The Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, highlights the issues at the top of small businesses’ agendas as we fast approach the end of the financial year. It was particularly pleasing to hear the Prime Minister specifically highlight the importance of small business in his first speech to the Labor Caucus, saying: “I’m… Read more »
When disputes arise between your business and other parties, it’s often best to resolve the matter before it gets to the point of costly and time-consuming legal proceedings. Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, explains how his office can help. Since being established six years ago, the Australian Small Business and Family… Read more »
After years of struggle through not only the pandemic, but also multiple natural disasters, Australian small businesses are finally feeling the hope of a bumper Easter in spending as the world opens up and restrictions ease. But let’s not forget those who will miss out, still heartbroken and struggling after the recent East Coast floods,… Read more »
Latest research revealing that female entrepreneurs in Australia are still facing more barriers to business growth than their male counterparts is “disappointing”, says Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson. This International Women’s Day, I want to extend maximum respect to the incredible women out there dedicating their time and efforts to supporting small businesses,… Read more »
While some Australian small business report feeling optimistic about the year ahead, many are still battling the many challenges thrown up by the pandemic, leaving them feeling cautious about the future, writes Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson. Small and family businesses are facing multiple headwinds, but powering through pandemic constraints such… Read more »
Mature age workers could come to the rescue of many sectors experiencing skills shortages, writes Australia’s Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson. Many small and family businesses have made the most of the holiday rush, with Australian shoppers spending an estimated $60 billion in the weeks leading up to the festive season. The… Read more »
The global pandemic continues to have a heart-breaking effect on many small and family businesses. With the lockdown in Sydney extended until at least the end of September, and lockdown in regional NSW, Victoria and the ACT extending well beyond what was originally hoped for, it’s a tough time for many owners and leaders of small… Read more »
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson highlight why more Aussies are flocking to support Australian Made and how your business can benefit. It’s been a bit of a roller-coaster ride for small businesses over the past month. The highs felt at the beginning of the month with the Budget measures designed to… Read more »
The past 12 months have been punishing for Australia’s small and family businesses. A horrific bushfire season was followed by a pandemic-induced recession, which has taken a heavy toll on our small business community, writes Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson. Indeed it has never been more important to ensure Australia is… Read more »
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