Small Business

Sometimes it can be better to go as far as you can before using other people's money.

Federal Small Business Minister Bruce Billson has rejected a suggestion that the government should guarantee loans for small businesses to foster growth in the sector.

Trade exchange business Bartercard has taken control of its Western Australia franchise in the hope it can rekindle enthusiasm among members.

Perth is well behind world-leading cities when it comes to supporting tech start-ups.

The head of a Perth tax return franchise says plans to introduce automatic tax returns could see thousands of WA workers miss out on their full entitlements.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA has appointed former University of Western Australia Business School dean Tracey Horton as president of its general council.

Small businesses are being gouged by bank fees while big business gets off lightly, Reserve Bank data shows.

Environmentally-friendly cleaning products supplier ENJO has teamed with corporate advisory firm Azure Capital to embark on an expansion of its business to the United States.

Small businesses in Australia spend up to five hours per week on compliance with government regulatory requirements, according to a new report by the Productivity Commission.

In the space of a year, Nicolle Jenkins has grown her agency, The Hub Marketing Communications, from seven staff to 10, written a book about mothers and daughters, joined two boards and lobbied for small business at the recent state and federal elections.

Western Australia’s peak industry body has called on the state government to commit to comprehensive tax and regulatory reforms to get the state’s economy back on track.

Peter Anderson is stepping down as chief executive of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) in January.

Another store at my local shops pulled down the shutters this week.

A local start-up is using ‘augmented reality’ to showcase property developments.

Australia faces a long road to economic recovery, even if business gains a short-term boost in confidence from the election of a majority coalition government.

National gym franchise Jetts has lifted its presence in Western Australia during the past 12 months, growing its number of gyms to 40 from 32 last year.

Such is the focus on excellence required by Olympic athletes to succeed at sport, it’s no great leap to assume such application would have a positive effect in other aspects of their lives.

Sporting clubs have a key role to play in the development of their players’ skills, on and off the field.

Social innovation group takes a DIY approach to encouraging entrepreneurs in absence of significant state support.

In 2007, Melanie Perkins had a big idea and a dream to take it to the world.

The Barnett government has scrapped funding for a small business training scheme as it seeks to rein in spending to preserve its modest budget surplus.

Seven outstanding Western Australian business and community leaders will go on to represent the state in the 2013 EY Entrepreneur of the Year awards after being announced ascategory winners for the

Around half of Australian businesses say they recorded no revenue growth in the past 12 months, but most believe the future is looking brighter.

The Barnett government has increased its price preference for regional business to $250,000, it announced today.

Perth-based jeweller Tayron Scagnetti has placed second in the jewellery division at the 2013 WorldSkills International Competition in Leipzig, Germany.

From building PA systems for the Rolling Stones to rebuilding the business after a massive fire, Kosmic Sound managing director John Goldsmith has faced some big challenges in his 40 years at the h

The big names in the ice-cream business are planning to grow their presence in Western Australia, lured by the long, hot summers and higher disposable incomes.

Helping clients take ‘ownership’ of what you’re offering is a sure way to build a positive sales relationship.

Time-poor small business owners often forget the broader picture.

The nation’s peak business group has revealed the four top priorities for small business in the upcoming federal election.

A survey of 500 small to medium business owners in Australia has found nearly one in five respondents lost more than 10 per cent of annual profit to theft.

The limitations of the traditional SWOT analysis have become clear – it’s time businesses upgrade the way they plan and strategise for the future.