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A new Bill has been introduced into parliament to establish a payroll tax rebate scheme which is intended to encourage the employment of people with disabilities (as opposed to the general dis-incentive payroll tax offers for employing people). The Payroll Tax Rebate Scheme (Disability Employment) Bill 2011 will provide employers with ...

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Anyone who reads the blog knows that I love online tools and calculators. I was very excited to hear of the launch of PayCheck Plus, an online tool provided by the Fair Work Ombudsman, designed for employers and employees to quickly calculate base pay rates, allowances, overtime and penalty rates ...

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The Textile, Clothing and Footwear Strategic Capability Program funds strategic projects that help increase innovative capabilities across the Australian Textile, Clothing and Footwear (TCF) Industry.  If your business is in the TCF industry, you can now apply for the second round of grants for the Strategic Capability Program (SCP). If you’re considering applying, ...

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As a small business owner, you may recognise the importance of protecting your intellectual property (IP) in Australia. However, have you considered the importance of protecting your IP overseas? Whether you’re thinking of exporting or have recently launched a website for your business, IP Australia’s IP Passport fact sheets can help ...

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Outstanding exporters can now apply for the 2011 Export Awards in their state or territory. The awards are aimed at recognising excellence in the export of goods and services to the international marketplace. They provide the opportunity for exporting businesses to be recognised by the public for their contribution to ...

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Enterprise Connect is celebrating its third birthday. Since 2008, the Enterprise Connect network has provided over 7 500 small and medium sized businesses with improved access to advisory services, technology and research opportunities in manufacturing and innovation. The program offers a range of grants and services to eligible businesses, including a ...

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Did you know that you can now search for Australian patents from 1904 onward through IP Australia’s AusPat database. This free online tool has a range of useful features that can help you find the patent you’re looking for, including: eDossier – access responses, reports and amendments to the patents ...

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If you’re a small business owner looking to upskill and grow your business, you can now learn online for free through the Business Building Blocks program. The program offers seven online modules from business opportunities and writing proposals to marketing and optimising your website. You can access all learning content ...

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Are you a NSW micro, home-based or solo business? Register now to take advantage of a range of practical tips, advice and guidance from small business experts during MicroBiz Week. Running from 30 May – 3 June 2011, MicroBiz Week features workshops, seminars and networking events covering a range of ...

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Free information sessions are available in May and June to let you know how commercial law changes commencing in October 2011 will affect your business. The personal Property Securities (PPS) Road Show will visit locations around Australia, providing you the opportunity to learn more about PPS reform, its benefits and how ...

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A new online tool is available to help businesses identify, measure and manage growth. The High Growth Diagnostic tool features a series of video seminars that focus on 14 principles of high growth in businesses. The tool aims to provide business owners with structured guidance on where they can build opportunities and capabilities ...

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