Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has unveiled the 2020-21 Federal Budget and revealed the government’s strategy to rebuild Australia’s economy out of recession.

As the COVID-19 pandemic has brought the events industry to a standstill, Melbourne Convention Bureau CEO Julia Swanson explains what is needed to put Melbourne back on center-stage.

With the Federal Government set to unveil the 2020-21 Federal Budget on 6 October, businesses wait with bated breath as to what the future will look like for Australia’s economy.

The operator of the Dreamworld theme park has been handed an Australian record-high workplace health and safety fine of $3.6 million, after its “frighteningly unsophisticated” safety systems resulted in the deaths of four patrons in October 2016.

Changes under the Retail Leases Amendment Act 2020 that amend the Retail Leases Act 2003, will make it easier for smaller businesses to understand their obligations, improve the information they receive to facilitate more informed decisions on retail leases, clarify the timeframe for return of security deposits and introduce a new cooling off period. The following provides a summary of the changes.

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has given the green light for Metropolitan Melbourne to begin its journey out of lockdown, announcing the city’s move to ‘Step Two’, along with the reopening of some businesses.

Roll on Sunday! I’m sure you are looking forward to Premier Andrews making what is expected to be a positive announcement on our roadmap to reopening on Sunday.

As the number of new daily cases of COVID-19 steadily declines in Victoria, and the road to restarting comes into view, now is the time for business to prepare for the new ‘COVID normal’ before getting back to work.

Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg MP has announced proposed changes to Australia’s insolvency laws that will allow small businesses to dig their way out of debt rather than calling in administrators.

While the COVID-19 pandemic has brought millions to a standstill, Yarra Trams’ Chief Executive has kept Melbourne moving, and explains why this crisis is “a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” for Melbourne.

The COVID-19 global pandemic may prove to be the greatest test of personal and professional resilience our generation will face, and for many, the challenge is far from over.

A case brought before the Fair Work Commission has highlighted the importance of gathering evidence, documentation and adopting of Fair Work processes during performance reviews.

The Daniel Andrews government has unveiled a further $3.29 billion in grants, tax deferrals and cashflow support to help Victorian businesses and sole traders recover from the COVID-19 global pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced all of us to work together and navigate challenges no one ever thought possible, and though many businesses have survived, the war is not won, and we need the support to keep fighting.

With Fair Work Commission claims on the rise, we are supporting employers more than ever before. Whether you would like to self-represent or have us represent you, we have compiled some tips and tricks so you are best placed to defend the claim at whatever stage it is at.

Over the next few months, Victoria’s road to recovery will be a complex and arduous journey affecting many businesses differently. Here is everything you and your business need to know.