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Analysing different types of data in your business can help you improve and grow.

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Start the conversation - R U OK?

Thursday, 8 September is R U OK? Day. It's a national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone to stay connected and make asking "are you OK?" a part of their everyday. Check out the resources, tips and ideas to help you drive genuine change in your business.

Have you been hacked?

The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has launched a new online tool to help people who believe they are a victim of a cyber attack – Have you been hacked?

Drive more traffic to your website through SEO

Ways to improve your SEO ranking and increase traffic to your business website.

New tool to help you check and apply for a trade mark

IP Australia is piloting a new online tool to help small businesses check trade mark availability and streamline the application process.

Act Now, Stay Secure on ransomware

Ransomware is one of the most significant cyber threats currently facing Australians and Australian organisations.

Occupation and industry specific guides to help you and your employees at tax time

Use the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) guides to help you work out the income and allowances to declare and the expenses you can claim this tax time.

The phase out of single-use plastics

Single-use plastic items are being banned in different state and territories over the coming years. It’s important you know what the single-use plastics ban means for your business.

Tax time tips to help you

It's that time of year again. Learn about the best time to lodge your tax return, claiming if you have received COVID-19 support payments, what you can and can't claim and how to start the new financial year on the right foot.

How can the 2021 Census data help your business?

Find out how the 2021 Census information and data can help you make important decision about your business.

Digital Identity a safe, secure, convenient way to prove who you are online

Online business services are moving to the Australian Government Digital Identity System, to make it more secure and convenient for you to prove who you are when you apply for business registrations and programs and access government services.

Changes for business coming on 1 July 2022

From 1 July 2022 there will be changes to super eligibility and increases to the super guarantee rate, national minimum wage and award minimum wage. Find out what it means for your business.

Take caution with emails

In the lead up to the end of this financial year, Australian businesses should strengthen their email security practices to protect their private information, their business, and their customers.

Export Finance Australia is helping SMEs to unlock their potential

As the Government’s export credit agency, Export Finance Australia provides finance solutions to Australian businesses.

.au direct domain names have launched

Shorter, simpler domain names are now available as a new option for Australian web and email addresses. Find out what your business needs to do to secure your .au direct domain name.

Software-related activities and the Research and Development Tax Incentive

New guidance now released to support the self-assessment of software-related research and development activities.

Instruments remade to support R&D Tax Incentive

Regulations and decision-making principles for the R&D Tax Incentive.

Funding announced under the Modern Manufacturing Initiative – Collaboration stream

Projects announced for the Modern Manufacturing Initiative Collaboration stream.

10 Aussie businesses to solve information accessibility challenges to support AMR

The Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) – Automatic mutual recognition of occupational registrations (AMR) grant recipients announced.

R&D Tax Incentive determination for clinical trials

The R&D Tax Determination for clinical trials streamlines R&D registrations and Advance and Overseas Finding applications for the biotechnology sector.

Director Identification Number (director ID)

All directors of companies, registered foreign companies, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations must apply for a director identification number (director ID).

The Australian Resource Directory for Women Entrepreneurs

The Australian Resource Directory for Women Entrepreneurs contains information and tools to support women entrepreneurs.

Help to advance your career

The Mid-Career Checkpoint program is helping workers in COVID-19 affected industries change or advance their career and assisting carers looking to return to the paid workforce.

Making it easier to work where the work is

From 1 July 2022, JobPass will benefit more workers and businesses, as more licences and registrations become part of the Automatic Mutual Recognition of Occupational Registration scheme.

Businesses urged to enhance their cyber security

Find out how to enhance your cyber security practices and the resources available to help protect your business and staff from cyber threats.

Celebrate cultural diversity in your workplace

It is Harmony Week 2022.

Celebrate the small wins in your business

Big goals don't happen overnight, so celebrate all the small wins along the way.

Changes to the Designs Act to benefit designers

IP Australia has announced that changes to the registered designs system are now Australian law.

International Women’s Day

Celebrating the achievements of women.

5 simple ways to keep your customers coming back

Don't take your return customers for granted. Read our tips for keeping customers happy and coming back.

Understanding buy now, pay later services

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) services are changing the way customers shop. Understand what BNPL is and whether it's a good fit for your business.

Helping you reduce emissions and improve your business energy use

Use the Industrial Energy Tools to assess your business's energy maturity and identify energy saving strategies.

Supporting the financial wellbeing of small business owners

The Australian Government’s Small Business Debt Helpline is a dedicated small business financial counselling service offering free and confidential phone-based support to small business owners nationally.

5 ways to motivate your staff this year

Understand how to motivate employees in order to maintain a happy and productive team.

Business trends for 2022

Check out some business trends for 2022 to help you plan for the upcoming year.

Secure your portable devices to protect your personal information from cybercriminals

Check out the Australian Cyber Security Centre's (ACSC) updated Quick Wins Guide for simple tips on securing your portable devices and protecting your information.

Give your business some love this Valentine’s Day

Check out our tips to help you improve your business.

ABN holders can now include 4 additional ANZSIC codes

Businesses can now include up to 4 additional business activities when updating their Australian business number (ABN) details on the Australian Business Register (ABR).

38 women share in $11.6 million to grow their startups

Boosting Female Founders Initiative Round 2 grant recipients announced.

Managing flexible working in your business

Learn about best practice ways to manage flexible working.

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Important financial dates in 2022

Find out about the most important financial dates for your business in 2022.

Supporting the mental health and wellbeing of small business owners

The Australian Government’s BusinessBalance and Ahead for Business initiatives help small business owners take proactive steps to improve their mental health.

Modern Manufacturing Initiative Round 2

Translation stream and Integration stream guidelines available and applications opening.

Funding under the Supply Chain Resilience Initiative

Funding under the Supply Chain Resilience Initiative to help Australian businesses address supply chain vulnerabilities for critical products.

Digital training for company directors

Register for the Digital Directors 10 part webinar series.

Grant recipients announced under the Modern Manufacturing Initiative Translation and Integration streams

Learn more about the innovative ideas that will be turned into commercial outcomes and help integrate businesses into new value chains.

Improve your cyber security with new online learning resources

The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has released a new online learning platform to help protect Australian businesses.

The Payment Times Reports Register is live

Are you a small business thinking about supplying a large Australian business? Find out how long they take to pay other small businesses before you take the leap.

Be prepared for an emergency

Make sure your business is prepared this season and know what to do in an emergency situation.

Do you export food products to China?

The requirements for exporting food products to China are changing from 1 January, 2022. There are registrations you need to do now to be prepared.

Online shopping this time of year is also popular with cybercriminals

Find out how to keep your business and customers secure when online shopping.

Cyber Security Assessment Tool upgrades

New upgrades are now available for the Cyber Security Assessment Tool. The upgrades provide a better experience for non-employing businesses using the tool to assess their business’s cyber security.

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Reopening after a COVID-19 lockdown

Find out how to reopen your business after a COVID-19 lockdown safely and successfully.

Is your business cyber secure?

Use our free Cyber Security Assessment Tool to check how cyber secure your business is and what you can do to make it more cyber secure.

Are you ready to apply for a business grant?

Use our Check if you're ready to apply for a grant checklist to learn more about the process and help you increase your chance of getting funding or support.

Do you know the cyber threats affecting Australian systems and networks?

Check out the Australian Cyber Security Centre’s Annual Cyber Threat Report 2020-21 to find out.

Looking for help to refocus your business or start a business?

With the help of New Business Assistance with NEIS you can get free support to refocus a micro-business in response to COVID-19 or if you are considering starting a new business, New Business Assistance with NEIS can also help.

Go Local First to support your local small business community

Learn more about the Go Local First campaign.

Celebrating a decade of the Research and Development Tax Incentive

2021 marks the 10th year of the Research and Development Tax Incentive – Australia’s flagship research and development support program.

Easily create an employment contract that protects your business

Short on time but big on doing things right? Save time with the new Employment Contract Tool.

Mental health training from Deakin Business School for trusted business advisers

The Counting on U training program helps business advisers provide first-line support.

Free legal assistance for employers and employees

Find out how the Workplace Advice Service can help your business.

Investing in small businesses to grow their digital capabilities

Find out how Digital Solutions - Australian Small Business Advisory Services program is supporting small businesses.

Want to have your say on policy changes that could affect your business?

Find out how you can engage with the government through community consultations.

Telco tips for small businesses

Check out the new Telco tips for small businesses fact sheet to help you make the most of your telco services.

Helping you hire employees for the first time

Use our Hiring employees checklist to help you employ staff the right way.

One simple way to find licences and permits for your business

The Australian Business Licence and Information Service (ABLIS) can help you save time.

Find the right energy plan for your business

Use the Energy Made Easy website to find and compare electricity and gas plans from all retailers in your area.

Manufacturing a new future for Australia

A new strategy to turbo-charge growth in our National Manufacturing Priorities.

Digital hub to support small business mental health

Ahead for Business now has expanded support and resources for small business owners.

Improve your cyber safety and protect your business

Make sure you complete the Cyber Safety Checklist to help improve your cyber security and protect your identity.

Don't pay for government grant information

Watch out for government grant scams. Never pay for government grant information.

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