AGP Executive Report
Last update: 33 minutes agoEnergy Relief: Regional Queensland households and small businesses are set for lower power bills from 1 July after the QCA’s 2026-27 price determination, with renewables and battery storage cited as key drivers. SME Cashflow Pressure: “Date-night economics” is hitting cafes, restaurants and retailers as younger Australians cut discretionary spending amid cost-of-living strain. Local Trading Boost: Brisbane’s South Bank is reviving a FIFA World Cup live site, expected to lift hospitality and tourism spend for surrounding businesses. Market Access Win: Lakemba Nights stallholders say council fee changes have saved them thousands and made the market more “professional”. Business Failure Watch: Australia’s first music school empire, Stormer Music, has collapsed owing $1.8m to creditors, with liquidators reporting minimal cash on hand. Insolvency Debate: ASIC data shows first-time insolvencies up sharply since 2022, sparking political pushback over whether the rise is driven by business control or broader economic settings. Digital Presence: VentraIP highlights how small businesses can build and manage online presence without specialist know-how, as online competition keeps intensifying. Workforce Support: AMES-backed employment mentoring helped a Melbourne migrant single mother move from barriers into stable work, pointing to the value of tailored support for jobseekers.
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