Avoid Fines: Ensure Your SME Reports Hacker Payments

Avoid Fines: Ensure Your SME Reports Hacker Payments

The Federal Government has put its planned ban on ransom payments to hackers in the ‘too-hard basket’. But what they’re doing instead should make even your small-to-medium-sized business take notice. New proposed legislation could affect businesses across Australia,...
Combat Staff Attrition with These Simple Strategies

Combat Staff Attrition with These Simple Strategies

Staff attrition continues to be an issue for businesses. Across Australia, staff turnover averages 15% a year, or about one in six employees, according to the Australian Human Resources Institute’s (AHRI) Quarterly Australian Work Outlook Report. High turnover...
Simple Strategies to Lower Your Home Insurance Premiums

Simple Strategies to Lower Your Home Insurance Premiums

Home insurance premiums in Australia are on the rise, adding pressure to already-tight household budgets. It’s worth investigating what you can do to get a better deal. A comparison insurance website recently announced that Australians could save $819 on average...
Update on Professional Services SMEs & Money Laundering

Update on Professional Services SMEs & Money Laundering

Money laundering is a growing concern in Australia, and professional services firms are often caught in the crossfire. As a business owner, it’s crucial to understand how these illicit activities could impact your operations. We’ll also update you on the proposed...
Don’t Travel Without Insurance for Business or Leisure

Don’t Travel Without Insurance for Business or Leisure

As spring arrives, Australians are eager to embark on their travel adventures, both domestically and abroad; for business, leisure or both – often known as ‘bleisure’. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Aussies made 12% more trips in May 2024, compared...
Disaster Plans Every Australian SMB Should Have Ready Now

Disaster Plans Every Australian SMB Should Have Ready Now

More than two thirds of Australians live in a local government area impacted by one or more natural disaster over a 12-month period, says KPMG. Chances are your business is among the 75% of Australian SMBs without a current business continuity plan. So, how can you be...