Business coalition calls for pro-business policies to benefit business

Business, universities, and investors have urged the federal government to commit to cutting the cost of red tape by 25% by 2030 in a submission for next month’s Economic Reform Roundtable.

Can AI do your tax return?

AI is changing how Australians do their taxes, but experts warn it could backfire if overused. Convenience comes with risk, especially if you’re relying on AI alone.

Big firms confront climate reporting

New climate reporting rules come into force on July 1 but many companies are not ready for the change.

The corporate tax conundrum

Would a corporate tax cut boost productivity in Australia by creating a more “dynamic and resilient economy”? The Productivity Commission think so, but the evidence is unclear.

Funding small business innovation

Innovation isn’t confined to the headquarters of big tech companies and university laboratories. Small and medium enterprises are a powerhouse of economic growth in Australia but can struggle to secure the investment they need to turn big ideas into commercial products.

Businesses must invest in productivity

Rather than blame their workforce, or wait for more government handouts and initiatives, businesses must invest in productivity improvements for themselves.

Refocusing on Asia

Donald Trump’s quixotic attack on free trade may force Australia to strengthen and diversify our relationships in the Asia-Pacific, and that is no bad thing.

Stress for success

Harnessing stress effectively can help boost an individual’s productivity or motivation levels according to a new Griffith University study.

Small firms – Big factor

As the federal election looms, a newly released white paper from the Media Precinct reveals that Australia’s small and medium-sized enterprises may now emerge as the deciding voice at the ballot box.

Boosting small business

CPA Australia has called on the next federal government to take urgent action to revitalise small business after its Australia-Asia-Pacific Small Business Survey has revealed low confidence in the Australian economy.

Are tax breaks broken?

Tax breaks for businesses are designed to encourage investment and economic growth, but – apart from filling the nation’s roads with aggressive Ute drivers – do they really work?

The soaring cost of retail crime

A new retail crime study has revealed escalating challenges for the retail sector, with shoplifting, employee theft, fraud and customer aggression rising to record levels.