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The ‘sleeper issue’ small business needs to avoid when outsourcing
Engaging unlicenced labour-hire workers is a sleeper issue because not all companies understand their responsibility.
ACCC issues warning to franchisors over unfair contract terms
The ACCC strongly encourage franchisors to use information revealed in the report to inform a review of all their contra...
ACCC warns franchisors: fix unfair contract terms or face court
ACCC Deputy Chair Mick Keogh said every franchising agreement the consumer watchdog reviewed contained potentially unfai...
ACCC shares eight principles to help businesses avoid greenwashing action
The ACCC is expected to release further guidance for businesses and consumers on emission and offset claims in early 202...
Unfair contracts are now officially illegal; do yours comply?
Ensuring your contracts are fair and balanced isn't just about legal compliance; it's a matter of upholding your brand's...
South Brisbane eateries in FWO’s sights
Protecting vulnerable workers and improving compliance in the fast food, restaurant and café sector are priorities for t...
COSBOA laments ‘rushed’ Closing Loopholes Bill
Achterstraat warned that small businesses are pessimistic that the government cares about a push for 'additional complex...
The costly consequences of missing a super payment
The ATO may impose penalties for failure to lodge SGC statements or for providing false or misleading information, in ad...
Small-business disputes with financial firms on the rise
Fnancial difficulty complaints related to small-business lending fell one per cent to 475 complaints in 2022-23.
Banking industry pledge support for small businesses in fight against scams
Small businesses lost $13.7 million to scams last year, the majority of which was due to payment redirection scams.