by Wayana | Jun 2, 2026 | Cash Flow & Numbers, Growth & Profit
The Fair Work Wage Increase Just Made Payroll More Complicated The headline is simple: “Award wages increase by 4.75% from 1 July 2026”. But once you look at the detail, it is not that simple. The Commission has decided to increase the lowest-paid award...
by Wayana | Jun 2, 2026 | Grants & Funding
Applications Open: 2026 Westpac Female Founder Awards The Westpac Female Founder Awards are now open for 2026. (note applications close 30 June 2026) Award Categories for 2026 The awards recognise women-led Australian businesses across three categories: Trailblazer...
by Wayana | Jun 2, 2026 | Cash Flow & Numbers
2026 Business Tax Tips: Your EOFY Tax Planning Checklist With the end of the 2026 financial year fast approaching, small business owners must prioritize tax planning right now. Once 30 June 2026 passes, it is too late to implement legal strategies to minimize your...
by Wayana | May 26, 2026 | Decisions & Direction
Business Systems vs. Heroic Effort: How to Scale Without the Chaos Most small businesses are still operating like a manual toothbrush. They work… but only with constant effort. The companies pulling ahead in today’s market are not necessarily working harder or...
by Wayana | May 13, 2026 | Cash Flow & Numbers, Growth & Profit
Federal Budget 2026–27: The Small Business & Trust Survival Guide Most Budget commentary focuses on headlines. But the real impact on small business is usually buried deep in the Budget papers. After working through the 2026–27 Federal Budget papers in detail,...