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18 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Nicole Santinon is choosing love to shape how we do business

Mahatma Gandhi once eloquently said ‘in a gentle way, you can shake the world’. For Nicole Santinon she lives by this quote, to e…

18 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

The number of businesses entering administration is on track for a 10 year high

Data released today from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) paints a concerning picture of the corporate…

18 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Are your fixed term contracts as rigid as you think they are?

Are you aware of the changes to the rules that apply when engaging employees on fixed term contracts, which came into effect from…

18 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Slight rise in unemployment in March figures

The national unemployment rate has risen by 0.1 percentage points to 3.8% in March with the economy shedding around 7000 jobs sin…

17 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Calls for one-off $500 grants for Automated External Defibrillators

There are calls for the state government to provide grants of $500 to businesses, contributing to the cost of the installation of…

16 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

How Sim Penzo is swimming a race of his own with CodeFish Studio

Sim Penzo Founder of CodeFish Studio is no stranger to being thrown in to the deep end, but this industry trailblazer is no longe…

16 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Business priorities in the upcoming State Budget

The submission highlights the critical need for the government to reduce the cost imposts being faced by businesses and provide s…

16 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Payroll tax for good?

Ask any business owner what’s the one tax they’d like to see the back of and there is a good chance payroll tax will be top of th…

15 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Local fertiliser companies' $3.5 million investment into global food security

Biological fertiliser company Neutrog Australia is ramping up its R&D commitment to global food security, investing $3.5 million …

15 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Premier announces "modest changes" to the South Australian cabinet

Premier Peter Malinauskas has announced a new-look cabinet as a result of a reshuffle triggered by the resignation of Geoff Brock…

15 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Photo Gallery: Exclusive Corporate Lunch, Dandelion Vineyards, Friday 12 April 2024

A collection of photographs taken at the Exclusive Corporate Lunch, Dandelion Vineyards, Friday 12 April 2024

11 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Superannuation clause review in Modern Awards

On 26 March 2024, the Fair Work Commission issued determinations varying superannuation clauses in 147 modern awards to reflect c…

11 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Need help to start your own business or grow an existing one?

Do you have a business concept that you want to turn into a reality? Or maybe you need some support to help create a sustainable …

11 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Update: Prohibition on the use of engineered stone

On March 22, 2024, ministers responsible for Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) convened to discuss proposed revisions to the mode…

11 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Young entrepreneur program at risk of losing state government support after 26 years

The long-running South Australian Young Entrepreneurs Scheme (SAYES), facilitated by the South Australian Business Chamber is fac…

11 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Why Kara Prichard just says yes and works the rest out later

Just saying yes, and working the rest out later, can be a daunting proposition for anyone. But not for Kara Prichard; this is the…

9 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Matthew Draper is flourishing doing what he loves

‘Do what you love, and you will never work a day in your life’, is a cliché as old as time. But Matthew Draper is doing what he l…

9 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Interstate movers and shakers hear SA businesses pitch for capital

17 South Australian businesses were presented with the opportunity to pitch for investment on Thursday, during a unique initiativ…

5 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Photo Gallery: Official AFL Gather Round Business Lunch, Adelaide Convention Centre, Friday 8 April 2024

A collection of photographs taken at the Official AFL Gather Round Business Lunch, Adelaide Convention Centre, Friday 8 April 2024

4 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Why Daniel Franco is embracing change as his superpower

In a modern business world, many are focused on digital transformation and optimisation, but Daniel Franco from Synergy IQ is ens…

4 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

How Emotional Intelligence Training transformed my leadership in a modern workplace

What it means to be a ‘leader’, whether = in the workplace, on the sporting field, or in your community, is a term that has been …

4 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Are your contactors true contactors or are they employees?

Did you know that there have been changes to the defence to misrepresenting employment as an independent contractor arrangement?

4 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Businesses baking on a big weekend for the AFL Gather Round

Businesses across South Australia are gearing up for an action-packed weekend as AFL fans descend on the state for four footy-fil…

3 Apr 2024 | SA Business Journal

Business leader appointed as Australia’s next Governor General

On the recommendation of the Prime Minister, King Charles III has approved the appointment of well-known Australian business lead…

2 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

China drops tariff on Australian Wine

Updated: China has dropped it's tariff on Australian Wine

26 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Are your casual staff really casual?

The existing definition of a ‘casual employee’ in the Fair Work Act will be replaced with a new one. This is one of the key chang…

26 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Unley on the lookout for young entrepreneurs

Fish Tank is the City of Unley’s flagship youth entrepreneurship program. Since 2016, the initiative has provided opportunities f…

26 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

It's time for payroll tax reform

Abolish payroll tax! As a policy position it’s a headline grabber, but in reality, has a less than zero chance of success with an…

26 Mar 2024 | SA Business Journal

Payroll tax puts the breaks on local business

Richard Billings, Managing Director of RT Diesel, is eager to take on more apprentices but the rate of payroll tax is preventing …

26 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

William Buck SA Announces New Managing Director

South Australia’s largest locally owned and operated accounting and advisory firm has announced a change in leadership.

22 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Photo Gallery: The Chamber Networking, CodeFish Studio, Wednesday 20 March 2024

A collection of photographs taken at The Chamber Networking at CodeFish Studio, Wednesday 20 March 2024

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Record population growth

Australia’s population grew by 2.5% to 26.8 million people in the year to September 2023.

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Unemployment drops to record low in South Australia

The national unemployment rate plunged from 4.1% to 3.7% in February on a seasonally adjusted basis. This is the biggest monthly …

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

New Google update to combat AI content that may affect all businesses

oogle’s Core Update is likely to generate a massive impact on most of the websites currently on the Internet, but it is also an o…

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Discrimination protections - Family and Domestic Violence

There are now stronger protections against discrimination for employees who are (or have been) experiencing family and domestic v…

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Is your Working with Children Check expiring soon?

Time to reapply for your Working with Children Check?

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Looking for a business mentor but don't know where to start?

One of the greatest benefits of participating in our Entrepreneur Programs is the assistance participants get from working with a…

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Sandy Ellis Retires After 27 Years at the Chamber

After 27 years of devoted service, Sandy Ellis, the South Australian Business Chamber's longest-serving current team member, bids…

19 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Bumper February for Adelaide accommodation sector

Hotel analytics firm STR has reported that hotel occupancy across greater metropolitan Adelaide in February 2024 was the highest …

19 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

In Binh’s world there are no failures, there are only lessons.

Atychiphobia is the intense fear of failure – this phobia may cause people to avoid scenarios that have the potential for unsucce…

19 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Interest rates held for the third month in a row

The Reserve Bank (RBA) has kept interest rates on hold at 4.35% for the third month in a row.

18 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Push for energy rebate boost in the upcoming state budget

The South Australian Business Chamber is urging the state government to fully fund and double the $650 energy rebate scheme in th…

18 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Surviving the Federal Government’s Industrial Relations Agenda

The scope of these reforms is extensive, with the whole concept of employment hit hardest. It is not an overstatement to say that…

14 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Mental health support for small and family businesses

South Australian small and family business owners will be able to access mental health and wellbeing support for themselves and …

14 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

How genuine connections built the foundation of Travis Guerin’s Need Trade Services

‘Find a tradie you trust’ is synonymous to the Australian experience, and as a master plumber of 20 years and now multi-trade bus…

14 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Employee or contractor – the new definitions you must be across

New definitions of ‘employee’ and ‘employer’, one of the key changes under the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes…

12 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

500 import tariffs to be removed from 1 July

The Commonwealth government has announced the elimination of almost 500 import tariffs from 1 July 2024, in what’s being referred…

12 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Psychosocial decision - timely reminder on duty of employers under WHS Act

With the commencement of the Regulation in South Australia relating to psycho-social injuries from 25 December 2023, it is timely…

8 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Photo Gallery: International Women's Day, Adelaide Convention Centre, Friday 8 March 2024

A collection of photographs taken at International Women's Day at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Friday 8 March 2024

7 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

What is Chloe McLeod’s secret recipe to success? Just say yes!

Famously, Richard Branson (Founder of the Virgin Group) said ‘if somebody offers you an amazing opportunity, but you are not sure…

7 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Save now and train better with our new HSR training packages

We are now presenting topical and informative workshops for those looking to expand their skills and knowledge as safety advisors…

7 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

'The Right to Disconnect' for employees starts from 26 August 2024

The “Right to Disconnect”, one of the key changes under the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023 starts f…

7 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

SA manufacturer leading the charge with gender equality

The release of the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) pay gap data last week has shone a light on pay disparity in larger Au…

7 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Easter Public Holidays – to roster or not to roster?

With the Easter public holidays shortly upon us, it’s important that if you are planning to roster an employee to work on a publi…

6 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

GDP growth still postitive, but slow

The Australian economy grew by 0.2% in the December quarter 2023. It is the fourth quarter in a row that has recorded a gradual d…

6 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Why it pays to keep on learning

"No matter what stage you're at in business, you’re going to benefit from continuous learning," said Clarie Osterstock, the found…

4 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Become a mentor supporting veterans transitioning to new careers

A mentoring program that connects veteran community members with business leaders to help them achieve career success is now open…

4 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Labour challenges still a top concern for businesses

According to recent findings from the South Australian Business Chamber and William Buck’s December quarter Survey of Business Ex…

29 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Photo Gallery: The Chamber Networking, Garçon Bleu - Sofitel Adelaide, Tuesday 27 February 2024

A collection of photographs taken at The Chamber Networking, Sofitel Adelaide, Tuesday 27 February 2024

29 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Round 2 of Energy Efficiency Grants now open

The second round of the federal government’s Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Enterprises for South Australia opened…

27 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Five major companies have signed development agreements for SA's first large-scale clean hydrogen precinct

Premier Peter Malinauskas announced the five project partners on Monday

27 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Businesses treading water as cost pressures continue to bite

Despite feeling the brunt of rising costs of doing business, South Australian operators are quietly optimistic about the future, …

27 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Breaking down the issues facing bigger businesses

It’s becoming increasingly apparent that addressing the challenges faced by the larger end of town demands a nuanced approach dis…

27 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Swagger state primed for property investment opportunities

Local investment firm secured $250 million in asset growth in four years, and there’s more to come.

26 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Public smoke and vape ban in force from Friday

From Friday 1 March 2024, new laws come into effect in South Australia banning smoking and vaping in a variety of public outdoor …

23 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

End of an era for Boileau Business Technology

After almost 35 years in Adelaide, Boileau Business Technology has been sold.

22 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Record breaking primary industries and agribusiness revenue

South Australian primary industries and agribusiness revenue have increased by 7% to a record $18.5 billion, according to a repor…

22 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Elevate Your Workplace: Embrace the Three Pillars of Mental Health

In the fast-paced world of modern business, the importance of mental health in the workplace cannot be overstated.

22 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

How Jake Press is redefining success

‘Success’, or ‘perceived success’ has always been measured by metrics like profitability and growth amongst many businesses, but …

22 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

IR laws pass the Federal Parliament

This significant legislative development, now awaiting royal assent, heralds substantial industrial reforms for Australia.

21 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Wage growth reaches 15 year high

Australian wages rose by 0.9% in the December quarter of 2023, and by 4.2% in the year. This is the highest annual increase since…

15 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Latest unemployment figures

Australia’s unemployment rate rose 0.1% in January to 4.1%, the first time it has been above 4% since January 2022.

15 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Photo Gallery: 185 Year Celebration, The Piccadilly Cinema, Thursday 8 February 2024

A collection of photographs taken at 185 Year Celebration, The Piccadilly Cinema, Thursday 8 February 2024

15 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Victorian WHS Psychosocial Risk Conviction sets new precedent

With South Australia having now introduced the Work Health and Safety (Psychosocial Risks) Amendment Regulations 2023, the recent…

15 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

SAYES entrepreneur trailblazing a new ONLINE PATH in 2024

Unley-based marketing agency Online Path was recently awarded the ‘Best Use of Search’ Award at the 2024 APAC Search Awards.

14 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Unlocking your business's potential during Adelaide's event season

Is your business prepared to seize the opportunity presented by the influx of visitors during the Adelaide Fringe, Adelaide Festi…

13 Feb 2024 | SA Business Journal

What's in a name?

Anniversaries are often a time for reflection. That’s a process that can often trigger change. Such has been the case at the Cham…

9 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Introducing the South Australian Business Chamber

Business SA, South Australia’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has unveiled its new identity as the 'South Australian Business Ch…

7 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Attention marketers: New rules for sending bulk emails and what you need to do

Google and Yahoo have recently introduced new measures aimed at ensuring recipients of bulk electronic mail receive only the comm…

6 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

RBA keeps interest rates on hold

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has elected to keep the cash rate unchanged at 4.35% at its February board meeting today.

5 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

RDA’s regional infrastructure priorities could deliver $21bn in benefits

Progressing 23 high-priority infrastructure projects across regional South Australia could deliver more than $21.45 billion in ec…

1 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Do you have Psychosocial risks covered in your business?

New Work Health and Safety psychosocial regulations complement the existing control provisions under the Work Health and Safety A…

1 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Bronwyn Hurrell brings 30 years’ experience to Adelaide PR firm

Adelaide agency Hughes has appointed media veteran Bronwyn Hurrell to the role of Senior Consultant, following two months of recr…

1 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Why Credit Union SA CEO Todd Roberts is unlearning everything

To unlearn means to let go and make room for something new. While it may sound simple, Todd Roberts, CEO of Credit Union SA, sat …

1 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Struggling to manage change in your organisation?

The world is constantly changing, so change has become inevitable. Whether it is adopting new technologies, driving innovation, o…

1 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

State Government investing in growing local business

In 2023 the South Australian Business Chamber facilitated an exciting new initiative - the Small Business Fundamentals Program as part of the State Governm…

1 Feb 2024 | South Australian Business News

Inflation drops to two year low

Inflation in Australia has decreased to 4.1% in the year to the December quarter 2023 – a two-year low.

31 Jan 2024 | South Australian Business News

SA packaging company teams up with Uber Eats to help reduce carbon emissions

The smaller-sized delivery bags will cater for smaller orders while helping to reduce the impact on carbon emissions at the same …

25 Jan 2024 | South Australian Business News

Elevating business performance with Zoho

A buyer's journey is never a straight line. Whether you're a retailer with a physical storefront or a consultant working remotely…

25 Jan 2024 | South Australian Business News

Can businesses swap a public holiday for another day?

As the debate continues about changing the date of Australia Day, many employers are asking the question: Can I swap a public hol…

25 Jan 2024 | South Australian Business News

Understanding your Industrial Manslaughter obligations

With the passing of the Work Health and Safety (Industrial Manslaughter) Amendment Bill in Parliament, industrial manslaughter is…

18 Jan 2024 | South Australian Business News

Looking to start your own business or grow your existing business?

Do you have a business concept that you want to turn into a reality? Or maybe you need some support to help create a sustainable …

18 Jan 2024 | South Australian Business News

What a prohibition on the use of engineered stone means for businesses

From 1 July 2024, there will be an Australia-wide ban on the use, supply and manufacturing of all engineered stone due to the ris…

13 Dec 2023 | South Australian Business News

Last chance for small businesses to avoid penalty for late tax lodgements

Small businesses have until 31 December 2023 to make use of an amnesty on penalties for failure to lodge tax returns, activity st…

13 Dec 2023 | South Australian Business News

Investing in the West. City of Charles Sturt backs budding businesses

Business is booming in Adelaide’s western suburbs, and the City of Charles Sturt is playing a pivotal role in fostering this econ…

13 Dec 2023 | South Australian Business News

Haigh’s unwrap plans for $130 million chocolate factory in Adelaide’s North

The development which will break ground later this month, is the single largest infrastructure investment in the iconic South Aus…

12 Dec 2023 | Photo Galleries

Photo Gallery: Mentor Drinks, the South Australian Business Chamber, Tuesday 12 December 2023

A collection of photographs taken at Mentor Drinks at the South Australian Business Chamber on Tuesday 12 December 2023

12 Dec 2023 | South Australian Business News

Kangaroo Islands new mainland connection construction

SA Power Networks has announced the construction of a new 150-kilometre-long fibre optic cable stretching between mainland South …

12 Dec 2023 | South Australian Business News

Tourism and Hospitality offers hope in the Riverland amid Labour Cost Crisis

South Australia’s Riverland region has tourism and hospitality opportunities but most businesses in the area are weighed down by …

12 Dec 2023 | South Australian Business News

Regional tourism and seafood hub has a business problem

Businesses say it remains difficult to source suppliers, trades, and employees the further they are away from Adelaide. Some decr…

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18 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Nicole Santinon is choosing love to shape how we do business

18 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

The number of businesses entering administration is on track for a 10 year high

18 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Are your fixed term contracts as rigid as you think they are?

18 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Slight rise in unemployment in March figures

17 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Calls for one-off $500 grants for Automated External Defibrillators

16 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

How Sim Penzo is swimming a race of his own with CodeFish Studio

16 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Business priorities in the upcoming State Budget

16 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Payroll tax for good?

15 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Local fertiliser companies' $3.5 million investment into global food security

15 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Premier announces "modest changes" to the South Australian cabinet

15 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Photo Gallery: Exclusive Corporate Lunch, Dandelion Vineyards, Friday 12 April 2024

11 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Superannuation clause review in Modern Awards

11 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Need help to start your own business or grow an existing one?

11 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Update: Prohibition on the use of engineered stone

11 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Young entrepreneur program at risk of losing state government support after 26 years

11 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Why Kara Prichard just says yes and works the rest out later

9 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Matthew Draper is flourishing doing what he loves

9 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Interstate movers and shakers hear SA businesses pitch for capital

5 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Photo Gallery: Official AFL Gather Round Business Lunch, Adelaide Convention Centre, Friday 8 April 2024

4 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Why Daniel Franco is embracing change as his superpower

4 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

How Emotional Intelligence Training transformed my leadership in a modern workplace

4 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Are your contactors true contactors or are they employees?

4 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

Businesses baking on a big weekend for the AFL Gather Round

3 Apr 2024 | SA Business Journal

Business leader appointed as Australia’s next Governor General

2 Apr 2024 | South Australian Business News

China drops tariff on Australian Wine

26 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Are your casual staff really casual?

26 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Unley on the lookout for young entrepreneurs

26 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

It's time for payroll tax reform

26 Mar 2024 | SA Business Journal

Payroll tax puts the breaks on local business

26 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

William Buck SA Announces New Managing Director

22 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Photo Gallery: The Chamber Networking, CodeFish Studio, Wednesday 20 March 2024

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Record population growth

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Unemployment drops to record low in South Australia

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

New Google update to combat AI content that may affect all businesses

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Discrimination protections - Family and Domestic Violence

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

Is your Working with Children Check expiring soon?

21 Mar 2024 | South Australian Business News

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