• Business

    ANZ’s four-day work week pilot success a “game changer” for how we work


    Joe Jiang |  July 5, 2023


    Successful trials of the four-day work week in Australia and New Zealand have signalled a need to transform the way we work to achieve sustainable benefits for the employee, the organisation and society, RMIT Professor Zhou (Joe) Jiang, explains.


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  • Finance

    Australian middle market continues to power ahead as the engine room of economy


    Mick Wright-Smith |  June 30, 2023


    Banks face several key challenges in lending to middle market companies, Mick Wright-Smith, Co-Founder and Partner, Epsilon Direct Lending explains.


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  • Digital transformation

    Embrace digital transformation now or risk falling behind


    Adrian Floate |  June 26, 2023


    Businesses of all sizes need to embrace digital transformation – especially in how they make/accept invoice payments and how this impacts cash flow – as a means of survival in today’s uncertain economic environment, Adrian Floate Managing Director of Spenda explains.


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  • Retail

    Retail recession will be life-changing for consumers


    First 5000 |  June 23, 2023


    According to customer experience expert, Lyndall Spooner of Fifth Dimension, the retail recession will be life-changing in a positive way for consumers. While brands are going under and there is blood on the streets, consumers will be the winners.


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  • Digital transformation

    SMES to benefit from staff training, digital investment


    First 5000 |  June 22, 2023


    Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) is encouraging SMEs businesses to act now if they want to benefit from a new tax incentive to train their employees and digitise their business.


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  • Cyber security Have your say

    ASIC invites Australian entities to assess their cyber resilience


    First 5000 |  June 21, 2023


    ASIC-regulated entities, including mid market businesses, publicly listed companies, other entities holding licences and authorisations, are invited to take part in a survey to measure cyber resilience in Australia’s corporate and financial markets. 


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  • Human resources

    Changes to pay secrecy explained


    Sean Melbourne |  June 14, 2023


    Penalties for pay secrecy clauses have been updated. Sean Melbourne from professional services company Source explains what employers and employees can and can’t do when it comes to pay secrecy.


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  • Superannuation

    Federal Government announces payday super from 1 July 2026


    First 5000 |  June 1, 2023


    The Albanese Government has announced it will require super to be paid at the same time as salary and wages from 1 July 2026.


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    First 5000     |      July 4, 2022

    Saber Astronautics and TCG Group have officially launched the Wolfpack Space Hub’s new facility in Waterloo, Sydney. The new site will incubate local space tech companies and support Australia’s rapidly growing space industry.

  • 3 types of leaders that hold back teams, companies

    Gerard Penna     |      July 1, 2022

    The quality of leadership in many workplaces falls short of expectations. Gerard Penna shares research which identifies three common patterns of sub-optimal leadership present in many workplaces.

  • HAVE YOUR SAY: Responsible business

    First 5000     |      July 1, 2022

    What does responsible business mean to you and your company? What policies are you implementing to ensure that you are a good corporate citizen. As part of our have your say series we invite you to answer: ‘How is your organisation stepping up to responsible business?’ 

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    Amelia Atkins     |      July 1, 2022

    No matter how big your company is, how many people you employ, and what you do, the chances are that you need some help turning all your dreams into reality. It doesn’t matter how you make it all happen – as long as you make your company successful and lucrative, you’ll know that you’re doing […]

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    Scott Stein     |      June 30, 2022

    How do we get remote staff to be productive and happy?  There are 3 key activity areas that can help them achieve both: work, recharge and relax, Scott Stein explains.

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    Charlie Dewitt     |      June 29, 2022

    The gig economy continues to have a strong influence in Australia as the number of casual positions and independent contractors grows. Charlie Dewitt, managing director, ANZ/SEA of UKG explains.

  • Taking Care of a Person with a Disability

    Carolin Petterson     |      June 29, 2022

    Caring for someone with a disability is a deeply rewarding yet challenging responsibility. It requires compassion, patience, and a commitment to providing the necessary support and care. Whether you are a family member, friend, or professional caregiver, understanding the unique needs and experiences of individuals with disabilities is crucial to providing effective care. So, here […]

  • Trust in brands drives consumer spending: study

    First 5000     |      June 28, 2022

    There is a strong correlation between brand trust and consumer behaviour, according to a study from Adobe.

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    Angus Sedgwick     |      June 27, 2022

    It’s a tough time for SME’s at the moment. Rising overheads, supply chain issues, high staff turnover and an increase to the minimum wage – it’s no wonder many are struggling with the day to day running costs. Angus Sedgwick from OptiPay explains.

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    Carolin Petterson     |      June 26, 2022

    The Dana Biosphere Reserve in Jordan is a place of extraordinary natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and cultural significance. Spanning over 300 square kilometers, this protected area is renowned for its diverse landscapes, from rugged mountains to deep canyons and sprawling desert plains. However, the true value of the Dana Biosphere Reserve extends far beyond its […]

  • Time to switch to Single Touch Payroll Phase 2

    First 5000     |      June 24, 2022

    The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has been writing to employers to let them know that Single Touch Payroll (STP) Phase 2 is here. Employers that can switch but have not yet done so are urged to start reporting as soon as possible.

  • Digital marketing trends that are practical for 2022

    Maryn Mcdonnell     |      June 23, 2022

    If you’ve been following any headlines lately, it’s no secret that social media advertising has become an essential part of digital marketing strategies. More and more businesses invest in advertising on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram. Maryn McDonnell explains.

  • Why optimism trumps pessimism in creating a strong organisational culture

    Tom Daemen     |      June 22, 2022

    As we’ve seen over the last two years, leadership can take many forms when it comes to managing crises such as a global pandemic, natural disaster, or international conflict. Thomas Daemen explains.

  • Reforms to early childhood education support workforce, parents

    First 5000     |      June 21, 2022

    The New South Wales and Victorian Governments have committed to a full year of universal pre-kindergarten or pre-prep in the year before school by 2030, a move that will help support parents’ return to the workforce and create jobs growth for the sector.

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    Bronwyn Reid     |      June 20, 2022

    There are 6 phases of a boom and bust cycle and a regular feature of these top phases is that here, elephants start to dance – other huge companies meaning massive takeovers emerge that don’t always make sense. Bronwyn Reid explains.