Overseas Shopping Habits Unlikely To Change

Almost 80% of Australian consumers oppose reductions to the GST-free threshold on overseas online purchases, but any change will do little to quell their appetite to spend, new research reveals.

According to a study conducted on behalf of MasterCard, increasing… Continue reading →

Central Coast Business Chamber Support For Airport

The Central Coast NSW Business Chamber said it was supportive of developing a regional airport for the Central Coast and encouraged a community debate about what the benefits of a local airport would mean for jobs and business growth.

“It’s… Continue reading →

Jobs Bonus For Hiring Mature-Age Workers

Central Coast businesses hiring mature-age workers are being encouraged to take advantage of a $1000 job bonus as part of the Federal Government’s mission to increase mature age participation in the workforce.

The Australian Government has announced that it will… Continue reading →

Wyong Council To Brief Business Groups

All ratepayers in Wyong Shire will receive an eight page information brochure with their quarterly rates notice on 21 January 2013. Ratepayers who have paid their rates in advance will also get a copy of the brochure mailed directly to… Continue reading →

Grow Your Business Using Social Media Sites

The landscape of marketing has changed drastically with the advent of social media. Small businesses are turning to this new resource as a way to promote their brands. If your business does not have a presence on social media sites… Continue reading →

Kickstart Apprentice Program Incentives

Fast forward your apprentice hiring decision, receive 4 weeks wages free and pick up some talented young people as the economy recovers.

Small businesses in the building and construction industries have until February 28 to take advantage of the federal… Continue reading →

Mobile Users Getting Smart About Smartphones

Everywhere you look, you see people texting, talking and playing games on their mobile devices. Smartphones, tablets and e-readers are becoming increasingly popular, making them a valuable means of connecting with consumers.  Your business must stay accessible to as… Continue reading →

How Pinterest Can Help Your Business

When you think of social media marketing, your mind probably goes straight to sites like Facebook and Twitter. However, Pinterest is quickly making its mark on the social media scene, and it could also be a great way to generate… Continue reading →

How To Boost Sales With Mobile Marketing

Do you need to sell more products? You should think about using mobile marketing to boost your sales.

Your mobile marketing campaign will be successful if it is up to date and adapted to your audience.  Before you launch… Continue reading →

Can My SMSF Purchase Overseas Property?

A SMSF can directly purchase overseas property anywhere but certain countries are very litigious and how the fund acquires them can be quite tricky. Remembering the trustees must organize independent audits of the fund each year and this could increase… Continue reading →

Work Related Car Expenses: What To Claim?

Car expenses are the most common work related expenses and is one of the largest expenses. Car expenses are costs incurred as a result of using your car (whether owned, leased or hired under a hire-purchase agreement) for work-related travel… Continue reading →

Use SMS For Mobile Marketing

Every where you go, you can see someone using their mobile phone. Many times they are not using it to talk, but to search the Internet, download an application or use a social networking site. Why not use that knowledge… Continue reading →

Cost Management And Business Profitability

The term Cost Management includes both cost control and cost reduction investment decisions. It recognises that the objective should be a better business, not just a cheaper one.

For a business to be successful and stay that way requires some… Continue reading →

Central Coast Buy Local Festival 2013

Bookings are now open for exhibiting at the 2013 Buy Local Festival on 24th and 25th May 2013.  With the input and knowledge the steering committee has created a dynamic event.

The 2013 Buy Local Festival event is being… Continue reading →

New Workers Compensation Changes

In June 2012, the NSW Government passed legislation that will result in significant changes to the NSW workers compensation scheme.

While some of the workers compensation changes resulting from amendments made to workers compensation legislation in June have already commenced… Continue reading →

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