Tag: federal Government

NSW support package welcomed by retail industry

The National Retail Association (NRA) and the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) welcome the Federal and NSW government’s economic support package. However, it’s important that these packages are flown through quickly to those who...

Government budgets for economic recovery

The 2021 federal budget aims to maintain the momentum of Australia’s economic recovery. The plans are a step in the right direction, according to industry bodies, with retailers, manufacturers and small business...

ARA welcomes government’s digital investment

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has welcomed the Federal government’s $1.2 billion investment to grow Australia’s digital capabilities and help businesses innovate and grow in the new digital economy. ARA CEO Paul Zahra...

Storm clouds to clear for Northern Australian small businesses

Media Release The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson says insurance premiums will be more affordable for small businesses in Northern Australia, under a new Federal government scheme to launch...

Roadmap addresses workplace sexual harassment

The Federal Government yesterday announced its response to the Respect@Work Report. In ‘A Roadmap for Respect: Preventing and Addressing Sexual Harassment in Australian Workplaces’ (the Roadmap for Respect), the Government sets out its...

Aus manufacturing machinery made locally

There is expected to be an increased in components and machinery made locally, after the Government’s $1.5bn investment into its Modern Manufacturing Strategy. This investment will result in improved availability and safety of...

Mental health program for small business owners

The Federal Government’s $4.26 million budget shows its commitment to a new mental health program for small business owners. The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell, welcomes this plan. “Mental health...

Pharmacy vaping proposal ‘worst of both worlds’ for convenience retailers

The National Retail Association (NRA) has expressed its concern about a federal government proposal to hand pharmacies a “monopoly” over the sale of smoke-free nicotine products. NRA CEO Dominique Lamb says the proposal represented the...
Advertisment

Most Popular