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Critical PHP vulnerabilities put business websites at risk
Australian businesses with websites or online systems running PHP are being urged to check that security updates have been applied. The Australian Cyber…
ATO credit-card payments extended to 30 June 2027
The Federal Government has directed the ATO to continue accepting credit-card payments until 30 June 2027, delaying the previously announced 1 December…
Free fast-tracked trade qualifications to target housing skills shortages.
Summary: The federal government’s $78 million Advanced Entry Trades Training program is designed to fast-track nationally recognised qualifications for up…
Card surcharge ban starts 1 October 2026: stakeholder kit released for small business networks
From 1 October 2026, card surcharges are set to end for many everyday card payments in Australia, including payments made through eftpos, Mastercard, Visa…
Regional Pulse Survey seeks business input for Southern NSW and ACT planning
Summary: Regional Development Australia Southern NSW and ACT has opened its Thrive Regional Pulse Survey, seeking input from people who live, work,…
NSW offers business advisory support for Great Western Highway closure impacts
Summary: Small businesses affected by the closure of the Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass can register for free, tailored business advisory support…
Treasury consults on discretionary trust tax changes
Summary: Treasury has released consultation material on reforms affecting discretionary trusts and capital gains tax concessions. Treasury says all 2.7…
