"The initiative by the banks to assist small businesses though the current crisis is very welcome. Deferral of loan repayments for six months will give many businesses vital extra room to move," Chief Executive of the national employer association Ai Group, Innes Willox, said.
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The prescription? Buy Australian made
The Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management, David Littleproud has urged those businesses and Australians who will receive the Federal Government’s stimulus to buy Australian made products and buy from Australian businesses.
Climate, malnutrition must have a place in trade talks
Global trade talks are silent on three of the world's most pressing issues -- malnutrition, obesity and climate change - researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) say.
Wild rabbit enterprises shot down by red tape
Federated Farmers is dismayed by reports that at least two businesses which process meat from wild rabbits are being strangled by compliance costs.
Interest rate cut welcomed by farmers during tough times
Lower interest rates on Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) loans is welcomed good news for farmers, NFF Chief Executive Officer Tony Mahar said.
CBA launches venture building entity X15
Commonwealth Bank has launched X15 Ventures, an Australian technology venture building entity, designed to deliver new digital solutions to benefit Australian consumers and businesses.
Extra energy savings for drought-affected small businesses
Farms and small businesses in drought affected areas will receive much needed Government support to reduce their energy costs and improve energy efficiency as part of the Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP).
Research exposes ‘horticulture labour shortage’ as a lie, true motivation is exploiting foreign workers
New research has exposed the industry’s persistent claims of a labour shortages in the horticultural sector as an excuse to expand the exploitative working holiday visa and deny Australian workers proper pay and conditions.