The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell, has sung the praises of women in business and their contribution to the Australian economy on this International Women’s Day. “International Women’s Day is an opportunity to recognise the significant contribution women make to the small business sector,” Carnell said. “According to the Australian Bureau… Read more »
“For all parents trying to start, run or grow their small-medium business, there are several distinct commonalities that unite them all: an infallible work ethic, unwavering dedication and sometimes a sense that there simply isn’t enough time in the day to get things done,” writes the Minister for Education, Simon Birmingham Combined with concerns regarding… Read more »
On February 22, 2018, amendments were made to the Privacy Act to introduce the Notifiable Data Breach Scheme (NDB). All Australian businesses should have an action plan in place to deal with these new compliances. If your business fails to meet its obligations it can be costly. Hefty fines are in place for businesses that… Read more »
Small business owners are welcoming the news that former Small Business Minister, Michael McCormack, will be stepping into the role of Deputy Prime Minister. McCormack, a former small business owner, who first came to politics in 2010 after winning the seat of Riverina, has been described as a champion of the small business community. “Australia’s… Read more »
Aussie businesses registered to sell on Amazon’s Australian Marketplace will be able to access Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) from today. Businesses signed up to use FBA will now be able to ship their products directly to customers via Amazon’s fulfilment centre. Amazon will pick, pack and ship customers’ orders directly. Amit Mahto, Head of FBA… Read more »
The news that electric car manufacturer Tesla’s Amazon account was hacked to mine cryptocurrencies comes as a timely reminder that data breaches can hit even the big end of town. Reports suggest the company was targeted by several unknown hackers who cryptojacked the account to generate virtual currencies on Tesla’s computers. The cryptojacking was picked… Read more »
The Notifiable Data Breach Scheme (NDB) will come into effect on February 22. The legislation imposes changes to the existing Privacy Act to ensure businesses and organisations are obliged to notify all affected persons and the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if an eligible data breach has occurred. But what exactly is an… Read more »
Kochie’s Business Builders (KBB) and its Pinstripe Media sister sites, Flying Solo and Startup Daily will come together as media partners for the recently announced 360 Business Expo to be held in Sydney in September. The inaugural 360 Business Expo will be held at the International Convention Centre in Darling Harbour and is expected to… Read more »
The latest retail spending data is in and the verdict from Commsec and the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is Aussie’s love a bargain, enjoy a coffee and have a lust for the latest tech. In 2017 Australians spent over $311 billion on retail goods and activities such as food and clothing with spending at… Read more »
Understanding your audience, sticking to a plan and using a mix of paid and organic reach is integral when it comes to running an effective social media campaign, writes Luke Chaffey. If you’ve been following my guides your small enterprise will likely already understand the importance of having a presence on social networks. However, to… Read more »
Start-up pre-accelerator, Pitchblak is launching a new service to assist small business owners in developing new products. Over the past four years the pre-accelerator has helped over 100 entrepreneurs to secure investments and solidify their ideas, and now they are turning their attention to Australia’s small business owners. “After more than five years building our… Read more »
Springboard Enterprises Australia (SBE Australia) is kicking off another round of its Accelerator program and women-led businesses are encouraged to apply. Founded in 2012, the not-for-profit organisation is dedicated to supporting women-led tech companies to grow and scale their businesses. SBE Australia aims to empower female-lead businesses by providing experience, knowledge, tools, training, networks and… Read more »
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