Australia needs new laws and regulations to prevent significant harm to consumers and businesses from the exploitative practices of US tech giants. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission issued the warning in its final Digital Platform Services report on Monday, following five years of monitoring social...
Who truly excels at Excel? At the Microsoft Office Specialist World Championships, enthusiastic spreadsheeters compete to see who will be the global star of a computer program that many love to hate. Melbourne-based filmmaker Kristina Kraskov followed six teenagers on the road to the 2023 edition of...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising how we work, live, and create. From helping writers craft compelling content, generating lifelike images in seconds, streamlining workflows, to crunching complex calculations, AI is enhancing human potential in unprecedented ways. It’s not just a tool anymore; it’s a co-pilot...
Every dollar counts in business, especially for small enterprises. Therefore, you need to find ways to minimise your tax liability in addition to optimising income or profit. With a small business tax planning strategy, you can increase profits while also legitimately lowering the amount of taxes...
Preparing your home for sale in Australia requires a mix of strategic planning, maintenance, and marketing savvy. The process is a multi-faceted journey that encompasses both practical and aesthetic elements. Taking the time to optimally prepare your property can make a significant difference in both...
There’s a family event of sorts that gives parents mixed feelings of sadness, apprehension and relief — and children a lot of excitement: when a child leaves the proverbial nest. Now, this can happen early during your child’s teenage years or much later in life. Either way,...
Losing a family member or loved one is one of life’s most challenging experiences. Managing the legal and administrative responsibilities of a deceased estate can feel overwhelming amid the grief and loss. Ensuring that your loved one’s legacy is honoured and their final wishes are carried out...
If you’re an Australian or British retiree, retirement is the perfect time to travel the world and explore the places you’ve always wanted to see. Travelling may lead to much more than just a relaxing vacation, too. Seeing the world in your 50s, 60s, and beyond...
Workplace safety is a critical component of a productive and healthy working environment. Among the many factors contributing to employee well-being, the cleanliness and maintenance of air conditioning systems often go unnoticed. Air conditioning plays an essential role in modern offices, providing a comfortable and controlled indoor...
The groundwork has been laid for Australia’s most substantive attempt at tax reform in more than two decades as the treasurer promises to “grasp the nettle” on the thorny issue. Outlining his government’s economic agenda for its second term of parliament, Jim Chalmers threw down the...