Understanding the difference between an independent contractor and an employee is a problematic area of employment and related laws. Independent contractors are defined as their own bosses and therefore work for themselves. Meanwhile, employees...

Tax Time? No Problem: Getting Prepped for EOFY The end of each financial year (EOFY) can be a stressful time for some businesses. There is paperwork that needs to be done but with the right preparation this can be a (fairly) painless process...

Businesses are constantly changing and growing, so if your business is enjoying a growth spurt, congratulations! But a changing business climate often means new insurance requirements, to help reduce your risks of being over or underinsured...

Critical labour shortages plus escalating materials costs are a spanner in the works for Australian construction businesses. In the year to September 2021, residential construction costs increased 7.1%, the steepest rise since 2005, and are...

According to the experts, the recent NSW and Queensland floods have been extreme and will occur more frequently as our planet warms. Overview: the far-reaching impacts of the floods But it’s not all about climate change. We’re also at the tail...

While the pandemic has spotlighted supply chain disruption, other factors are coming into play. These include climate change, skills and labour shortages, Australia’s shrinking sovereign manufacturing capability and greater political uncertainty...