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Ransomware attacks on the rise in Australia

The Australian Cyber Security Centre warns of Ransomware amidst increasing attacks

Learn how to protect yourself against it and secure your devices.

What is ransomware?

Ransomware is a common and dangerous type of malware. It works by locking up or encrypting your files so you can no longer access them.

A ransom, usually in the […]

New online hub helps women succeed in business

NSW launches online hub to support female entrepreneurs

State Government’s new one-stop shop Women in Business Hub making it easier for women in NSW to start, run and grow their own businesses.

Treasurer Matt Kean said the online Hub was a recommendation of the Government’s Women’s Economic Opportunities Review to improve women’s financial […]

Farm businesses warned as scams targeting agricultural sector grow

Spike in scams targeting the agricultural sector

Farmers and small businesses in rural and regional areas are urged to be cautious, particularly when buying heavy machinery, following a spike in scams targeting the agricultural sector this year.

Reports to the ACCC’s Scamwatch show Australian farm businesses lost more than $1.2 million to scammers between 1 […]

October is Cyber security awareness month

Now is the time to protect yourself online

Throughout October the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is sharing guides and resources that will help you protect all your information from cyber criminals.

Update your devices and applications

Cybercriminals hack devices by using known weaknesses in systems or apps. Check your devices for updates, and

Research & Development (R&D) Tax Incentive

Not sure if you can access the R&D incentive?

Your business could be eligible for a tax offset through the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Incentive.

To find out, join members from the ATO and AusIndustry in one of their free information sessions to learn how the program might benefit your business.

Free sessions

Register […]

Superannuation Guarantee changes

Is your system updated for the latest SG changes?

From July 2022, the $450-per-month super guarantee (SG) eligibility threshold was removed.

This means that if an employee meets the other SG eligibility requirements, you must pay them SG, regardless of how much they earn. However, employees under 18 must still work more than 30 hours in […]

Salisburys shortlisted for Regional Business Award

Salisburys named Business NSW 2022 Murray-Riverina Regional Business Finalist

Salisbury Accountants & Business Advisors has been shortlisted as an Excellence in Small Business finalist in this year’s Murray-Riverina Regional Business Awards.

The Excellence in Small Business award category recognises businesses that have effectively driven growth and are able to demonstrate the specific strategies implemented to […]

Businesses urged to safeguard digital identities

Priority access to .AU web domain names

The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman is urging Australian businesses to protect their online assets as the cut-off date for priority access to register for their shortened domain name approaches.

.au direct has launched. If you have priority, apply for your matching […]

Online program for NSW women starting or operating a small business

Women in Business is a NSW Government and TAFE NSW initiative

It offers a fully subsidised online program for women who are looking to establish a micro business, a small business, or who are already operating a business.

You’ll hear from some of Australia’s leading female entrepreneurs sharing their own business experiences, while […]

eCommerce: Lowering traditional barriers and inspiring entrepreneurialism

eCommerce is lowering traditional barriers to entry for small businesses

Xero study says eCommerce is creating a new generation of profitable niche operations.

Xero surveyed 171 accountants and bookkeepers – with a collective clientele of about 6,000 small businesses – to learn how eCommerce was changing business ownership.

To participate in the study, advisors had […]