Australia’s economy expanded 0.2 per cent in the December quarter, propped up by government spending and private business investment. The quarterly lift in the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ official growth measure was a touch softer than economists’ expectations of 0.3 per cent growth. On an annual basis,...
Electric cars made up almost one in 10 new vehicles sold in Australia, according to new data, in the best result for the low-emission technology to date. But the popularity of diesel utes also soared by 26 per cent in Australia during February, according to the...
A survey shows big business is largely ready for Australia’s new climate disclosure regime that is slated to start soon, despite a strong pushback that could cause a delay. A climate governance study released on Tuesday by the Australian Institute of Company Directors shows mixed readiness...
Deputy Commissioner Small Business, Will Day, provides advice on how to get the basics right. If you’re looking to start a new business, we want to help you get on the right track, right from the start. And if you are running an established business, it’s...
The Victorian government and opposition have brokered a deal to push through contentious changes to the state’s broken worker insurance scheme. Premiums for businesses under the WorkCover scheme will be frozen for the 2024/25 financial year under an agreement to secure opposition support for the bill. Other...
Before going to court in Australia, it’s important to consider several key factors, whether you’re involved in a civil dispute, facing criminal charges, or engaging in another legal matter. Here’s a comprehensive overview of what to consider: Legal Advice: Seek advice from a qualified lawyer who...