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Modest changes to Super won’t help most Aussies build their nest eggs
First 5000 | April 2, 2019The changes to the rules for voluntary super contributions in the 2019 Federal Budget are good news for older members who can afford to make additional contributions to their superannuation savings, however they will have minimal impact on the retirement outcomes of most Australians, AIST said.
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Our brains reveal our choices before we’re even aware of them: study
First 5000 | April 2, 2019We like to think that we are in the driver’s seat when it comes to the choice and strength of our everyday thoughts, but new research from UNSW suggests they might be more automatic and unconscious than we think.
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Space&Co. opens doors flexible workspaces
First 5000 | April 1, 2019The GPT’s Group’s flexible workplace business Space&Co. today announced its opening of a full-floor venue at 580 George Street Sydney.
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Have your say: recycled water prices
First 5000 | April 1, 2019The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) is seeking feedback on its draft decisions on the pricing framework for recycled water schemes.
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Ethics and education: financial advisers take further steps towards professional recognition
First 5000 | April 1, 2019Important changes have been made to the Corporations Act 2001 to raise the standard of education, training, ethical behaviour and professionalism for financial advisers.
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Supporting migrants to reach their potential
First 5000 | March 31, 2019The IntoWork Australia Group is delivering a new program to support migrants to settle and integrate into the Tasmanian community, with a particular focus on career and employment goals in partnership with the Tasmanian Multicultural Services (TMS).
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Wilkhahn showroom achieves Australian retail first
First 5000 | March 31, 2019The BVN-designed showroom for Wilkhahn in Surry Hills has received the first GOLD WELLS certification in Australia under the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) Retail Pilot Program.
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A third of consumers would sell their private data to a total stranger
First 5000 | March 31, 2019Reckless data is leaving consumers exposed to more than they bargained for, according to new research from Kaspersky Lab.
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Consultation process for unfair contract terms must listen to small business
First 5000 | March 30, 2019Consultations on changes to legislation on unfair contract terms (UCT) for small businesses must adequately consult and take into account the views of the small business sector and the regulators, according to the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell.
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Join AI revolution for industry survival
First 5000 | March 30, 2019Australian businesses should embrace artificial intelligence (AI) to develop workplace survival skills, according to a leading Chinese entrepreneur who will address local entrepreneurs in Sydney next month.
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Surgeons biggest earners in 2016-17
First 5000 | March 30, 2019The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released the annual Taxation Statistics report for the income year 2016–17. The report presents an overview of 16.5 million 2017 income tax returns for 13.9 million individuals, 970,000 companies, as well as super funds, partnerships and trusts.
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Australian businesses believe election speculation no good for business
First 5000 | March 29, 2019On the eve of the Federal Budget, a new poll has shown that three out of five Australian businesses believe speculation around the federal election is having a negative impact on business and consumer confidence.
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ATO collects more than $500 million from illegal phoenix operators
First 5000 | March 29, 2019The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) today announced it has collected more than $500 million in revenue for the Australian community as a result of audits of illegal phoenix operators since the Phoenix Taskforce started in November 2014.
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Grants to accelerate smart businesses
First 5000 | March 29, 2019The Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews MP, recently announced that 15 Australian businesses have been offered Accelerating Commercialisation grants under the Entrepreneurs’ Programme.
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Transgender visibility matters in the workplace
First 5000 | March 28, 2019International Transgender Day of Visibility on 31 March is a day we acknowledge each year to celebrate transgender and gender diverse people around the globe, their courage and accomplishments.