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The Urgent Need for Small Businesses to Prioritise Cyber Security

Discover the alarming cyber security habits among Australian small businesses and the top 5 vulnerabilities they face. Learn how Small Business Australia is addressing this urgent issue with solutions and expert advice.

Cyber and IT Security Health Check

Don’t wait until it’s too late. Take proactive measures to safeguard your business and protect against cyber threats. Secure your business today and ensure that you are well-prepared to face the challenges of the digital landscape.

Protect yourself online when buying or selling a house

In light of recent publicity surrounding scams that are targeting settlement processes when purchasing a house or a property it is timely to revisit some tips provided by PEXA that are still relevant today about how to ensure you are protected from scammers.

Innovation drives growth for a Melbourne Jeweller

Read about how a local Melbourne jewellery business says that “Innovation” has been the key to their ability to grow and scale the business from its online beginnings in 2017. By embracing innovation, Cullen Jewellery has experienced an impressive 300% revenue growth year-on-year.

Making sure your small business is legally compliant

Reckon has produced a really informative article explaining the vital regulations around registrations, Fair Trading, employment laws, intellectual property, and marketing and advertising. The post serves as an informative guide for small business owners who want to ensure their company is legally compliant, avoid potential legal issues or penalties, and protect themselves, employees, and consumers.

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Legislative developments affecting small businesses

The Australian government’s proposed legislation to create a designated small-business complaints mechanism has been warmly welcomed by small-business advocates.

Harnessing Artificial Intelligence

The article shows how small business owners can harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) to level the marketing playing field.

Want more insights into how to prepare best and utilise AI, then look to the Get The Edge Program available on the Business Advantage website, where a recent speaker at the Small Business Australia Conference held in late 2023 spoke about the rise of AI and how to best prepare for its increasing use and the benefits of AI for small businesses.

Communicating with your customers

The Business.gov.au website has a great resource that offers insights on effectively communicating with customers to enhance customer relationships. Key points include active listening, using analogies, establishing customer service standards, resolving disputes promptly, and choosing the best communication methods. The article emphasises building rapport and trust with customers to drive loyalty and advocacy for your business.

Current Events

The following events are a curated list from reliable sources. This information is supplied from our global Events page and will therefore hold dates beyond the date of when this page was originally published.

Title Type Date Description
Exclusive Industry Luncheon with special guest Jess Wilson MP In-person Melbourne 8/07/2025 oin us at Centonove on Tuesday, 8th July 2025, from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM and experience an afternoon of incredible food and wine, and—most importantly—game-changing industry insights delivered first-hand. View event
Mentor Walks Sydney: Get guidance and grow your network In-person Sydney 24/07/2025 The concept is simple: You and up to two other aspiring women spend an invigorating hour walking and talking around the Sydney Harbour with an exceptional female mentor. It’s a supportive space to tackle career progression, discuss work worries, workshop challenges and build connections. It’s for any type of career conversation, and for any stage in your career. View event
Non Profit Finance Training – Sydney – July 2025 In-person Sydney 24/07/2025 Board members, CEO’s and managers of not for profit organisations come to the role with a mix of skills and experience which makes their contribution to the overall success of the organisation unique and significant. Many don’t have an in-depth knowledge of accounting or a head for numbers, yet their individual responsibilities often incorporate budget development. View event
Sydney ITS Business Networking Event 2025 In-person Sydney 25/07/2025 Join us at our exclusive ITS Business Networking Events, where industry gather to exchange insights, build connections, and engage with clients. View event
The Startup Network Presents: Pitch Night! In-person Melbourne 29/07/2025 Join us for an exciting evening where innovation knows no bounds at our 2025 Open Pitch Night. This competition invites founders from all industries and stages to take the spotlight and showcase their groundbreaking ideas. From tech to creative ventures, anything goes in this celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation. View event