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COSBOA laments ‘rushed’ Closing Loopholes Bill

Achterstraat warned that small businesses are pessimistic that the government cares about a push for 'additional complex...
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COSBOA frustrated with government push for IR changes affecting small businesses

"Our industrial relations system is much more than a political plaything – it affects the daily lives of our small-busin...
employee data, obligations, cybersecurity tips, cyber-resilience, program

ASBFEO and COSBOA welcome Federal funding for cyber health support for small businesses

The new report reveals that a cyber attack happens every six minutes and affected small businesses lose an average of $4...
female entrepreneurs, women business network, small business, tech industry founders

Fear and finances holding back aspiring middle-aged female entrepreneurs

Defying stereotypes and perceptions, women in their 40s and 50s provide a significant presence in the global start-up sc...
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Government urged to extend Small Business Energy Incentive scheme

The process to make energy upgrades takes time, not helped by the pressure small businesses are facing from current econ...

Luke Achterstraat named new COSBOA CEO

Incoming COSBOA CEO Luke Achterstraat promises tol leverage his professional experience to help advocate for the welfare...

Cyber security, regional communities to be tackled in upcoming Small Business Summit

This year's COSBOA National Small Business Summit will have a refreshed look with topics that address the needs of the b...
data privacy, protect, procurement

Launch of first small-business cyber safety certification welcomed

An initiative of COSBOA with the Commonwealth Bank and Telstra, the Cyber Wardens pilot program will help upskill small-...
employee data, obligations, cybersecurity tips, cyber-resilience, program

New program to help small businesses improve their cybersecurity

COSBOA's Cyber Wardens program offers a free and easy-to-use accredited e-learning platform that will give small-busines...
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Australia’s favourite local businesses revealed

This year's eight chosen "most loved" local businesses have earned the love and trust of their customers, as seen and me...