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News and interviews on Julia Gillard including trends, features, blogs and community conversations from an Australian business perspective.

Tuesday, 10 July 2012

Labor can attack the Greens, but they are both stuck in a carbon loop: Gottliebsen

The ALP's decision to place a tax on carbon makes its attack on the Greens a futile one, particularly when you consider attitudes have shifted so much it's now being forced to re-justify the need to reduce carbon.

Monday, 02 July 2012

Why the asylum seeker stand-off means the carbon tax could well be repealed: Kohler

Thanks to the Greens' position on asylum seekers and a high carbon price, Tony Abbott is set to cruise into government with a large margin and a mandate to repeal the carbon tax.

Thursday, 28 June 2012

Carbon tax consequences still to come: Gottliebsen

The carbon tax, which starts on Sunday, was a good idea introduced at the wrong time which will have unforeseen side effects –- some of which may lift rather than reduce Australia’s carbon output.

A tax grab-bag from deductions to carbon sink forests

Sometimes it can be tough to see the tax for the trees – literally.

The top tax changes you need to know about in 2012

Getting your head around tax changes can be, well, taxing. New tax brackets, the carbon tax, and instant asset write-off are just some of the big changes in store for 2012-13.

Government introduces paid paternity leave – and businesses don't have to pay

The government has introduced two weeks of paid paternity leave and business doesn't have to be the scheme's paymaster.

Wednesday, 27 June 2012

Opposition’s anti-carbon tax posters spark ACCC warning

The consumer watchdog is warning businesses that display an anti-carbon tax poster being distributed by Tony Abbott's office could be in breach of the law and face a fine of up to $6,600.

Tuesday, 26 June 2012

The new financial year legal changes you need to know about

While tax issues might be uppermost for many at this time of the year, business owners also have to get their heads around a raft of legal changes that may affect how they do business.

Monday, 25 June 2012

THE BIG PICTURE: Why Gillard was right to tell Europe to focus on growth

Julia Gillard’s speech to European leaders last week was less gloating than a case of some friendly advice and a few home truths.

Thursday, 21 June 2012

Six things you need to do before July 1 to prepare for the carbon tax

For smart businesses, the carbon tax might actually present some valuable opportunities to cut costs and even gain a little extra funding.

Monday, 18 June 2012

Forget Greece, focus on Asia

One way to stop Australians focusing on crises in Europe is to start focusing on the growth opportunities in Asia.

Friday, 08 June 2012

Think tank calls for GST to be broadened and corporations tax reduced as a “game changer” for growth

The Grattan Institute says broadening GST and increasing workforce participation for women and older Australians are the three reforms the Federal Government should be prioritising.

Thursday, 07 June 2012

Smile – then get your ear to the ground

The GDP jump is a great surprise, but entrepreneurs need market intelligence more than ever.

Tuesday, 29 May 2012

Why Greece has the same problem as Tasmania: Kohler

Europe's real need is not to persuade Greece to stay in the eurozone, but to convince Germany to let fiscal adjustment slow down. But what's that Tasmania's saying?

Monday, 28 May 2012

Game retail chain to shut 60 stores, 281 jobs lost

Video game retailer Game will close 60 stores and scrap 281 jobs as administrators start investigating the company’s financial turmoil.

How a sensible plan to meet skills shortages became another Labor shambles: Kohler

Despite a general understanding of the labour shortage in the mining sector, politicians have managed to stuff up the Enterprise Mining Agreement while union leaders once again show a total lack of leadership.