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Retailers have ‘had enough’ says NRA

The National Retail Association (NRA) lashes the inconsistent advice and directions from the Queensland Government, after consumers were told not to shop online. NRA Chief Executive Officer, Dominique Lamb additionally slams the advice...

Banks offer certainty to small business impacted by lockdowns

Media Release 10 July, 2021 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has welcomed the banks’ ongoing efforts to support small businesses impacted by COVID-19 lockdowns. The Australian Banking Association says...

SA referendum on shop trading hours receives industry support

A historic referendum that could pave the way for long awaited retail trading hours reform in South Australia has been welcomed by the retail industry. The reform package to be introduced by the...

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...

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...

A loan scheme critical for small businesses

Media Release Access to capital critical to survival in perfect storm: Ombudsman 14 January, 2021 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell is urging the Federal Government to establish a revenue-contingent...

Illicit tobacco report, ‘a long time coming’

The final report by the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Law Enforcement into illicit tobacco scheduled for today is welcomed by Imperial Brands Australasia. The report has said to be a ‘long time coming’. “The...

Wellbeing initiative will save lives

The Victorian Government’s $26 million wellbeing initiative for small business owners and workers will save lives, according to the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell. “The enormity of this second...
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