Australian Dollar Falls as Unemployment Rises
Last week, the Australian dollar tumbled nearly 1.0%, slipping below US $0.65, after the unemployment rate jumped to 4.3% in June, the highest since November 2021. The…
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How AI is Transforming Content Curation and Search
A recent analysis in The Australian confirms a seismic shift: traditional Google search traffic is plunging—some sites report declines of up to 70%—as users increasingly…
How Inflation Is Shaping SME Pricing Decisions
As Australia faces ongoing inflationary pressures heading into the 2025/26 financial year, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are grappling with how to adjust their pricing…
TikTok Is Growing Fast…But Is It Right for Your Small Business?
TikTok is no longer just for dance challenges and Gen Z memes—it’s now the fastest-growing social media platform for brands, especially small businesses. According to…
Why Instagram Reels & Collaborations Should Central to Your 2025 Social Media Strategy
As social media continues to shift at a breakneck pace, small Australian businesses are under pressure to stay visible and relevant. Fortunately, new data from…
Is FY 2025-2026 the Make-or-Break Year for Aussie Small Businesses?
As Australia moves into the 2025/26 financial year, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face a crucial period that will significantly impact their future viability. With…
Think Your Business Is Too Small to Get Hacked? Think Again
In today’s digital era, no business—regardless of size—is immune from cyber-attack. According to the 2023–24 Annual Cyber Threat Report published by the Australian Signals Directorate…
How the US’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Could Unleash a 50-Year Inflation Surge Worldwide
The US government’s new ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ combines over $1 trillion in federal spending with a sharp increase in import tariffs on more than 500…
Why 70% of Customers Quit Brands After One or Two Bad Experiences
Customer loyalty is fragile — and the stakes have never been higher. Emplifi’s latest customer insights report reveals a stark reality for Australian businesses: 70%…
Top 5 Tax Return Mistakes That Will Trigger an ATO Audit in 2025
With the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) stepping up its audit efforts in 2025, Coco Hou, CPA and CEO of Platinum Accounting Australia, is urging all…