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On 1 July 2021, the value of goods covered by the definition of ‘consumer’ under the Australian Consumer Law increased from $40,000 to $100,000. This means that the consumer guarantees will apply to more transactions, [...]

Perth population up 1.8% By Mark Beyer - Business News Perth Perth was one of the fastest growing capital cities in Australia last year, with its population reaching 2.1 million, but the rest of the state lagged [...]

As we bid an appeased farewell to 2020 and look forward to 2021, Western Australia is in better economic status than any other state. The impulse we carry into this year is established on the economic [...]

There is a wide range of franchise opportunities and there are too many sectors to research them all thoroughly. But you can speed up the process by assessing your skills and your resources. What are [...]

Why an Enduring Power of Guardianship is relevant to you Many people fail to consider the need for an Enduring Power of Guardianship (also referred to as an “EPG”). It is important to consider the [...]

The holiday season is fast approaching and this provides a valuable opportunity for small business owners to set your company up to speed for the year. With the new world we are facing, here are [...]

Cyber security is as important as physical security. With the Notifiable Data Breach Scheme, all Small to Medium Businesses need to declare any cyber breaches by law. So it is imperative to keep your systems [...]

Western Australia mineral exploration activity records a five-year high! July and August figures showed a 63 per cent increase on the 195 monthly average for applications and processing in the last five years. The report [...]

Did you know that one of the reasons that a business for sale takes so long to get sold is because it's priced too high? Any owner would always want the business sold at the [...]

Are you making donations? Many cafes and restaurants are generous in giving back to the community and COVID support programs. Add sanitation and disinfection equipment, screens, and staff training under the COVID-related expenses to your [...]

It's normal for any business to experience some setbacks and learn how to maneuver in order to avoid the same issue again. It's part of every entrepreneurial journey but how can you save your business [...]

Like any other business, the goal is to be successful but what success is to others may not be for your business. So your goal as a business must be specific. Create a company's mission [...]

  An expected 7,400 qualified small to medium businesses in Western Australia will begin receiving the $17,500 one-off grant from the McGowan Government this week. On Thursday, Finance Minister Ben Wyatt says, "We are very [...]

  Venturing into business is exciting but can be stressful at the same time. You have all these questions, if you should pursue or not because of a lot of factors. So it's important to [...]

Workers’ Compensation payments are payable to an employee who suffers a psychological or physical injury whilst at work. The Workers Compensation and Injury Management Scheme is a ‘no fault’ system, meaning that there is no [...]

Two financing options to buy a café If it’s your dream to own your own café, purchasing an existing business is a great way to minimize risk and make sure your company is on solid [...]

Click Here to view the current Guide to National Quality Framework for Childcare Centres in Australia.

Buying a business isn’t just about facts and figures. While it’s important to make sure you do your due diligence and make a good investment, you can also consider your own skills, experience and passions [...]

The holiday season can be a lucrative period for small business owners and provides a great opportunity to set your business up for success for the year. These top tips could take your business next [...]

No one can predict the future, but you can be prepared for whatever it may throw at you.In business, there are some proven steps, that can help make your future as successful and as stress-free [...]

The Government has launched the Business Registration Service (BRS) , with over 2,000 companies and nearly 11,000 business names registered using the new service to date. BRS has significantly reduced the time needed to apply for business [...]

Tips for keeping good records  Good record keeping is critical to business success. To help your small business clients keep good records and avoid mistakes, let them know about our tips, tools and services. Record-keeping [...]

Should I Buy or Start a Business? One of the biggest questions many people are asking themselves, should I start a business from scratch, or should I buy a business?  4 Reasons; Buy Established vs. [...]

Every business owner wants to leverage as much efficiency as possible from a working day. But it can be tricky to reign in wasted time and keep operations as streamlined as possible. Fortunately, there [...]

What is The PPSR? The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) offers your business excellent risk protection. It’s also a tool that can help you raise finance using your business goods and assets. [...]

The following article is based on the chapter “attributes of a successful cafe owner” from “The Complete Guide to Buying a Cafe” by cafe expert Craig Reid. Craig’s books are available for purchase via his website www.thecafeninja.com [...]

“More Australian families than ever are using childcare services, with nearly one million children in approved centres nationwide, a federal government report has found. The latest Child Care Update, released on Sunday, showed more [...]

Your employees are the lifeblood of your business and a happy workforce is a productive one. Here’s our advice on building strong relationships with your new team. Buy a profitable business and – unlike [...]