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Four Days, Full Pay – Can Your Business Really Make a 4 Day Week Work?

September 3rd, 2025

The Australian Council of Trade Unions’ (ACTU) renewed push for a 4-day work week with no pay reduction has reignited debate across boardrooms, break rooms, and political circles. Backed by international trials showing improved productivity and employee well-being, the proposal has its advocates. But for Australian business owners, the reality is complex. Let’s unpack theread more

WA Property Market Update August 2025

August 29th, 2025

As we pass the midpoint of 2025 and end August, the WA property market continues to deliver a tale of two forces: strong population growth and a persistent undersupply of housing and industrial space. Both have driven price growth across metro and regional areas, and in some sectors, rental returns are achieving eye-watering yields. Withread more

Costly SMSF Compliance Pitfalls to Avoid in 2025-26

August 19th, 2025

Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) are one of the fastest-growing areas of Australia’s retirement savings system, now accounting for more than 625,000 funds with over $1 trillion in assets [1]. With the 2025–26 financial year introducing new contribution caps, pension rules, and enhanced audit requirements, SMSF compliance has never been more critical. Both the Australian Taxationread more

Family Home Guarantee (FHG) Scheme – A Guide for Single Parents

August 13th, 2025

Navigating the property market as a single parent can feel overwhelming – especially with rising house prices, cost-of-living pressures, and the challenge of saving for a home deposit on one income. Fortunately, the Family Home Guarantee (FHG) Scheme offers eligible single parents and single legal guardians a unique opportunity to step onto the property ladderread more

If Your Super Isn’t Super, Review it Now

August 6th, 2025

Ready for retirement and crunching the numbers, you review your super and there’s much less in there than you thought. Your dreams of international travel and a champagne lifestyle now have to be wound back to a weekend away every couple of years, and switching from Veuve to Yellowglen. Except – this isn’t you, becauseread more

WA Property Market Update July 2025

July 30th, 2025

With ongoing global uncertainty and shifting domestic conditions, Australian property continues to be a pillar of economic confidence. In July 2025, WA stands out for its resilient market dynamics in both the residential and office property sectors. Buoyed by interest rate cuts, a robust resources sector, and evolving investor sentiment, WA continues to chart itsread more

Cyber Security for Australian Businesses

July 21st, 2025

Cyber Security for Australian Businesses - Staying Safe in the Digital Age From invoice scams to ransomware, cyber threats are no longer just an IT issue — they’re a business risk with real financial consequences. For Australian businesses, especially Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs), the rise in cloud computing and remote work has delivered flexibility andread more

WA Budget 2025: Powering Battery Manufacturing Through Grants and Loans

July 16th, 2025

Western Australia is charging ahead with its clean energy transition, and the 2025–26 WA State Budget puts battery manufacturing front and centre with grants and other incentives. With $50 million allocated specifically to support local battery manufacturing, and billions more across the broader renewable energy ecosystem, the Cook Government is giving WA businesses a uniqueread more