Business Advice

Companies in NSW that avoid paying payroll tax on unpaid wages could soon face significantly harsher penalties, as part of a NSW government plan to crack down on wage theft in the state. 

Menulog’s trial to treat its delivery riders as employees could lead to a shift in the way gig economy companies classify their workers, challenging the idea that they’re entrepreneurs themselves.

Small businesses across the country are still being subjected to unfair contract terms and there’s “no doubt” a delay in the government’s plans to make such terms illegal is costing those businesses greatly, says competition boss Rod Sims. 

Leading small business advocates have backed a call by ACCC boss Rod Sims to introduce an ‘unfair practices’ provision into the Australian Consumer Law to better protect small businesses.

What does the federal government's response to the [email protected] report mean for small business employers? There's two key changes to know about.

Late last year, the head of Australia Post's sole shareholder, Prime Minister Scott Morrison, labelled part of Christine Holgate's conduct “disgraceful and not on”.

Businesses that send commercial electronic messages must make it straightforward for customers to ‘unsubscribe’, or risk faces hefty penalties.

The director ID system is part of the federal government’s efforts to stamp out illegal phoenix activity. 

Fay Calderone asks individuals and organisations to take action and pledge #NotOnMyWatch against workplace bullying, sexual harassment and discrimination.

Small Business Ombudsman Bruce Billson has said the ruling should reassure small businesses that protections are available from unconscionable conduct.