Coronavirus

Changes to Melbourne’s reopening roadmap mean hospitality venues will be able to reopen to more people earlier than planned. But a talent shortage in the sector means some can't take full advantage of the eased restrictions.

Business support payments and one-off cash grants are coming to an end in NSW, Victoria and the ACT, as states reach 80% double vaccination targets.

Melbourne clothing and accessories brand Elk is embracing ‘outdoor’ trading on the city’s first day out of lockdown by setting up clothing racks and marquees outside two of its stores.

The process for applying for government support payments could soon be easier for small businesses across the country, thanks to a change in how businesses can register for business categories or ANZIC codes. 

The small business ombudsman said the amusement sector faced a ‘clear and present danger’ as a result of businesses being unable to get insurance cover.

The Western Australian government has joined other states in issuing a sweeping vaccine mandate that will cover thousands of workers.

Australia’s tax commissioner Chris Jordan is facing an inquiry into whether he disobeyed the Senate after not following through on an order to provide details about businesses receiving JobKeeper.

The support package will see millions of NSW residents receive a $50 voucher to spend on accommodation in businesses anywhere in the state.

Australian women-only rideshare business Shebah fell through the cracks in COVID-19 business support and struggled to attract backing from the VC sector or the government.

Small businesses forced to comply with vaccine mandates face serious legal risks when collecting and storing the health data of their staff.