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Brooki Bakehouse, RecipeTin Eats, and the complexities of IP protection for small businesses
What do you do when your products and services sit in a legal grey area?
Election 2025: How major parties plan to cut red tape for small businesses
We break down the election promises major parties have made to cut red tape.
Can you spot a financial fake? How AI is raising our risks of billing fraud
Along with the many benefits of artificial intelligence – from providing real time navigation to early disease detection...
New Franchising Code takes effect: Key changes for 2025
The new-look Franchising Code takes effect today, 1 April 2025, with changes designed to strengthen franchisee protectio...
ACCC’s final supermarket inquiry report urges transparency and competition
The ACCC has released its final report on Australia’s supermarket sector, highlighting concerns over pricing transparenc...
ASBFEO’s low-cost legal advice services set for expansion
The additional funding for ASBFEO's low-cost legal advice service is seen to benefit unrepresented small businesses, inc...
Australia could make it easier for consumers to fight back against anti-competitive behaviour. Here’s how
Australia weighs competition law reforms that may reshape business and consumer rights dynamics.
Banking Code updates should strengthen protections for small businesses
Updates to the Banking Code provide additional safeguards for small business customers. Here are the details.
Divorce and business ownership: Navigating the unpredictable landscape of family court
As the Family Court's discretionary powers can create uncertainty, it is important that business owners tackle divorce s...
How to choose the ideal retail lease and location for your business in 2025
The Victorian Small Business Commissioner recently shared tips to help small businesses choose the right retail lease an...