“Flame of ambition”: Ombudsman proposes Prime Minister’s awards for small business in 14-point plan
Would small business awards handed down by the Prime Minister, or formal accreditation for those who pay suppliers on time, help to re-energise the SME sector? Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson believes so.
3G shutdown: Tyro, Ombudsman urge small businesses to act before it’s too late
Payments provider Tyro and the Small Business Ombudsman have urged small businesses to switch from the 3G mobile network before it is turned off.
“Exasperated”: Small business advocates fear delays will mean SMEs miss out on $314 million energy tax breaks
Small business figureheads fear the full $314 million in tax benefits expected under the Small Business Energy Incentive will go unrealised, with its delayed passage into law causing uncertainty among the business owners it was designed to help.
Helping small businesses to start, grow or transform
Disputes about being paid, trouble with a digital service provider, contract battles and franchise disagreements are the top four issues where small businesses have sought the help of the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman.
Small Business Ombudsman here to help
The goal of the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman is to help ensure Australia is the best place to start, grow and transform a small business.
ASBFEO proposes federal ‘small claims’ tribunal to help SMEs seek cheaper, faster justice
Australia's small businesses deserve affordable access to justice through the Federal Court, the national small business ombudsman says, proposing a small claims tribunal-style alternative to lengthy and financially exhausting legal proceedings.
Nailing EOFY: How an expert plans for the new financial year
In this must attend EoFY session, a panel of experts will address the current state of play for SMEs and share the latest advice, insights and projections on the year ahead.
“Think Big Act Local”: Community urged to support small businesses during Main Streets of Australia Week 2023
Main Streets of Australia Week showcases small business owners, retailers and entrepreneurs that keep Australia’s main streets alive and make them vibrant and thriving places.
The $80 billion question: New ASBFEO inquiry asks if small businesses are locked out of government contracts
The multi-billion dollar flow of taxpayer funds to small business contractors will come under investigation by the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO), as the federal government attempts to lock in its new small business procurement target.
As business collapses rise, Parliamentary Committee scrutinises ATO’s role in 74% of cases
The primacy of the ATO as Australia’s biggest creditor when it comes to corporate insolvencies is being put under fresh scrutiny.
“Really positive”: Andrew Leigh hailed for competition reforms, as Small Business Ombudsman calls for further action in 2023
Small business groups have praised the Labor government's recent competition reforms, Small Business Bruce Billson says, but the SME advocate suggests more could be done to crack down on harmful conduct in 2023.
John Durie: It’s time for a small business-specific IR award
Why doesn’t the federal government revive an old plan to establish a small business industrial relations award?
