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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Tom Connell.
Sky News
24 November 2023
Tom Connell…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Tom Connell.
Sky News
24 November 2023
Tom Connell…
… by substituting a hacker’s BSB and account numbers. That payment is made and within moments it then gets usually … pause mechanisms if someone oddly changes authorities for payment or things of that kind, which might be the … by substituting a hacker’s BSB and account numbers. That payment is made and within moments it then gets usually …
Originally published in The Daily Telegraph.
A quick ‘tap and go' has made it very easy to make a payment for something we need.We're not restricted to having the right amount of cash in our pocket or wallet and paying by cheque is now…
… A quick ‘tap and go' has made it very easy to make a payment for something we need. We're not restricted to having … it to their prices. Everyone loses - except the banks and payment companies. We all know the rising cost of living, … in promoting this either. Average transaction costs in 2020-21 were six per cent of the transaction value compared …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, says the small business community is exasperated by the delay in passing vital incentives to invest and create jobs that will expire on Sunday.
The Ombudsman called for…
… for Small Business and Charities and Other Measures) Bill 2023. “It’s absurd to think a small business can … that they just wanted certainty. But until a Bill passes Parliament, they cannot know what the final law … for Small Business and Charities and Other Measures) Bill 2023. “It’s absurd to think a small business can …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
Radio 2CC Canberra
Leon Delaney
The Australian Small…
… seen pressure in some quarters. In other areas I think at times the underwriters, they can often be Lloyd's syndicates … seen pressure in some quarters. In other areas I think at times the underwriters, they can often be Lloyd's syndicates …
The economic contribution of small business to the Australian economy has topped half a trillion dollars, according to a report released today by the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson.
The value of small…
… economy has topped half a trillion dollars, according to a report released today by the Australian Small Business and … one-third of Australia’s GDP. The Small Business Matters report has been released to coincide with World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day on 27 June. The report also shows that Australia’s 2.5 million small …
… Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, released the final report on the insurance crisis facing Australia’s amusement, leisure, and recreation sector. The report, The Show Must Go On , finds a Discretionary Mutual … in the industry. The interim report followed ASBFEO's 2020 inquiry into the insurance market for small businesses , …
… fees’ are charged by schemes, acquirers, and issuers (payment service providers) to facilitate card-based payments … and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) has prepared this report with insights from CMSPI Pty Ltd (CMSPI), a leading … competition in the debit card market by ensuring a payment is processed via the least-cost route. Merchants …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with David Dowsett.
ABC Radio Wide Bay
Subject: Small business…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with David Dowsett.
ABC Radio Wide Bay
Subject: Small business…
Income tax cuts, a rise in the minimum wage, updated information on tax deductions and increased superannuation payments are among changes coming into effect on 1 July, says Bruce Billson, the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman…
… to ensure that SG payments arrive on time, as processing times for payments made through a clearing house can vary and … to ensure that SG payments arrive on time, as processing times for payments made through a clearing house can vary and …
… Payment disputes Payment plan enables outstanding payment to be made A small business owner had an ongoing payment dispute with another business, which lasted over six …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Stephen Cenatiempo.
Radio 2CC Canberra
Subject: Budget 2024-25
…
… the Small Business Debt Helpline, sadly, is a sign of the times. For many new customers aren't knocking their doors … the Small Business Debt Helpline, sadly, is a sign of the times. For many new customers aren't knocking their doors …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has welcomed the Australian Government’s $1.2 billion investment in the nation’s digital future, including the 30% tax offset for the video game industry.
Mr Billson…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has welcomed the Australian Government’s $1.2 billion investment in the nation’s digital future, including the 30% tax offset for the video game industry.
Mr Billson…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Tom Elliott.
Radio 3AW
Subject: Insolvency figures, small business conditions…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Tom Elliott.
Radio 3AW
Subject: Insolvency figures, small business conditions…
Bruce Billson, the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman sat down with Nick Fox, Deloitte’s Payment Times Reporting Lead to discuss the recent release of the first Payment Times Reporting Register.
Below is a summary of the…
… Payment Times Reporting Scheme 10 March 2022 Bruce Billson, the … Enterprise Ombudsman sat down with Nick Fox, Deloitte’s Payment Times Reporting Lead to discuss the recent release of … Good business pays and the Register helps to encourage and report on that. Watch the full video here … Bruce Billson, …
Disputes about being paid, trouble with a digital service provider, contract battles and franchise disagreements are the top four issues where small business have sought the help of the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman over the…
… five requests for help from a small business related to a payment dispute while almost one-quarter of cases involved … make it difficult for a small business to pursue timely payment for their services. In one case a government … last after paying their bills and staff, so slow payment can needlessly amplify the risks of business …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
Radio 2CC Canberra
17 January 2024
Leon…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
Radio 2CC Canberra
17 January 2024
Leon…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
2CC Radio Canberra
Subject: Creating a Small Business and Codes List…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
2CC Radio Canberra
Subject: Creating a Small Business and Codes List…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, is encouraging Australians to celebrate World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day on 27 June by saying thank you to small and family businesses for their…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, is encouraging Australians to celebrate World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day on 27 June by saying thank you to small and family businesses for their…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Isla Evans.
ABC Radio South East NSW
Subject: Regional bank branch…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Isla Evans.
ABC Radio South East NSW
Subject: Regional bank branch…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Ross Greenwood.
Business Now, Sky News
Subject: Supermarket inquiry, Federal…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Ross Greenwood.
Business Now, Sky News
Subject: Supermarket inquiry, Federal…
Originally published in the Canberra Times on Monday, 27 May 2024.
Bruce Billson
Winning a government contract can be life-changing for a small business. As all businesses know, there is no substitute for good…
… 27 May 2024 Originally published in the Canberra Times on Monday, 27 May 2024. Bruce Billson Winning a … constructive and practical recommendations in our report handed to the government last December. These included … boost women-owned business opportunities and improve payment times. We found active stewardship is essential to …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Laura Tchilinguirian.
ABC News Radio
Subject: Ombudsman’s guide…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Laura Tchilinguirian.
ABC News Radio
Subject: Ombudsman’s guide…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has extended the deadline for a survey of women who own and lead businesses.
“There has been a tremendous response so far - it is clear there is an appetite to engage…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has extended the deadline for a survey of women who own and lead businesses.
“There has been a tremendous response so far - it is clear there is an appetite to engage…
New instant asset write-off thresholds, updated tax rules, increased superannuation payments and a rise in the minimum wage are among changes coming into effect on 1 July, says Bruce Billson, the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise…
… were first used or installed ready for use between March 2020 and 30 June 2023. From 1 July, assets valued at more … financial year. It also says employers are required to report pay as you go (PAYG) withholding information every … financial year. It also says employers are required to report pay as you go (PAYG) withholding information every …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Stephen Cenatiempo.
Radio 2CC Canberra
Subject: Supermarket inquiry, Federal…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Stephen Cenatiempo.
Radio 2CC Canberra
Subject: Supermarket inquiry, Federal…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, is encouraging small businesses to adopt eInvoicing as a more secure and faster way of getting paid.“There are real opportunities for small business in engaging with…
… vulnerable to invoice substitution scams – also called payment redirection scams or business email compromise - … it lands in the customer's inbox, it looks legit and is a bill they were expecting so they pay it. The money goes to … Government for incentivising its use with faster payment times its suppliers,” he said. “For small and family …
Natural disasters can be devastating for small and family businesses yet only one in four small businesses have a current business continuity plan, according to a report by the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson.…
… have a current business continuity plan, according to a report by the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise … Natural Disaster Preparedness and Resilience Inquiry report, tabled in Federal Parliament today, found that taking … clarity and certainty of the support available.” The report finds governments at all levels and the business …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has strongly backed a call from the Inspector-General of Taxation for the Australian Taxation Office to more consistently and transparently…
… Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman backs tax report 14 October 2021 The Australian Small Business and … appeal decisions. “This is a significant investigation and report by the Inspector-General of Taxation and Taxation … to help people as part of their Charter.” Ms Payne’s report called for the Tax Office to update the Taxpayers’ …
Many small businesses say they feel excluded from the chance to tender for Australian Government procurement contracts because they are not part of the ‘in-crowd’ or find the process too hard to navigate, says the Australian Small Business and Family…
… has been extended until 15 September. Mr Billson’s report will be handed to the government in December. MEDIA … has been extended until 15 September. Mr Billson’s report will be handed to the government in December. MEDIA …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has called on digital platform providers to dramatically improve their dispute resolution processes for small business.
Mr Billson said there has been a noticeable…
… involving digital platform providers, and since July 2020 the Ombudsman has taken on more 236 cases involving … with scammers only removing them once they receive payment. “Most disturbingly, there are commercial service … with scammers only removing them once they receive payment. “Most disturbingly, there are commercial service …