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Energy price crisis takes its toll on small business

Small businesses on the eastern seaboard are set to face power bill hikes of up to $1,310 a year from July 1, the Australian Energy Regulator has confirmed.

Opening statement to the Fair Work Commission annual wage review hearing

ACCI principal economist Peter Grist opening remarks at the commissions AWR hearing held in Sydney – 17 May 2023.

Time for Senate to deliver promised technology boost

A plan to extend an incentive for small businesses to invest in new digital technology has been welcomed by Australia’s largest representative of small businesses, the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Tourist tax hike will slow return of visitors

Australia’s peak body for tourism organisations expresses disappointment with the government’s decision to increase the passenger movement charge by $10 in the federal budget.

Business welcomes restraint but impending fiscal cliff demands decisive reform

The Albanese government has produced a credible budget however the extent of the challenges to bring Australia back to a sustainable fiscal path should not be underestimated.

Andrew McKellar interview with Greg Jennett, ABC News Afternoon Briefing

Small business sector welcomes energy efficiency incentives

Small and medium-size businesses suffering from energy bill shock are set to receive support to undertake electrification and efficiency upgrades through targeted tax incentives in the upcoming May budget.

ACCI welcomes new FWC president

The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the nation’s largest business network, congratulates Justice Adam Hatcher SC on being officially welcomed as the new president of the Fair Work Commission.