Investors in student accommodation have had a tough couple of years, but even in a post-pandemic world the outlook remains uncertain, according to one of Australia’s leading commercial property analysts. Ray White Commercial head of research Vanessa Rader said the pandemic was a trying time for student accommodation providers given that international students stopped arriving. … Read more
The Albanese government has used its first Budget to announce two specific measures aimed at the small business sector. First, the government will provide an energy savings grant program to reduce energy use and lower energy bills. Second, it will fund free mental health and financial counselling support for small business owners. In other changes, … Read more
Businesses have been warned they need to be able to substantiate any environmental claims they make in their marketing. Australian Competition & Consumer Commission deputy chair Delia Rickard said there have been increasing reports of businesses falsely promoting green credentials to capitalise on changing consumer preferences. “Broad terms like ‘environmentally friendly’, ‘green’ or ‘sustainable’ have … Read more
It is no longer mandatory for the vast majority of workers to isolate for five days if they test positive to covid-19. The decision, which took effect in mid-October, was made by the National Cabinet, and agreed to by all the states and territories. While self-isolation is no longer mandatory for most Australians, health authorities … Read more
