The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, the Hon Bruce Billson has welcomed the announcement of the Lynda McAlary-Smith as his successor.
Ms McAlary-Smith is the current Victorian Small Business Commissioner and will commence in her new role on 11 March 2026 at the expiration of Mr Billson’s 5-year term.
Originally published in Convenience World Magazine and Business Builders
Over the past few years, Australia has endured an onslaught of natural disasters. Floods, storms, cyclones and bushfires have devastated communities, and the impact on too many small and family businesses has been just as severe.
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
Radio 2CC Canberra
Subject: ASBFEO Small Business Pulse
Leon Delaney
Originally published in The Canberra Times
Key highlights: ASBFEO Small Business Pulse November 2025
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Rod Henshaw.
2CC Canberra
Subject: Perils of fringe financiers for small businesses
Rod Henshaw
Originally published in The Canberra Times.
By Bruce Billson.
Originally published in Convenience World's November 2025 edition.
By Bruce Billson.
Justice. The word itself carries weight. It has responsibility. It implies things will be fair and if wronged, justice will serve and things will be right.
But for many small businesses, access to justice remains out of reach. For small businesses facing harm or difficulty remedying a situation that impedes their economic interests and legal rights, there are still too many barriers in accessing justice.
Originally published in The Canberra Times.
By Bruce Billson
Franchising, when done well, is one of the most dynamic and scalable models of entrepreneurship available to small business owners. It offers a unique blend of independence and support, allowing franchisees to leverage proven systems, established brand awareness and customer loyalty while contributing their own energy, capital, and local market insights.
Originally published in The Canberra Times
By Bruce Billson
Justice. The word itself carries weight. It has responsibility. It implies things will be fair, and if wronged, justice will serve, and things will be right.
But for many small businesses, access to justice remains out of reach.