AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEnergy costs: Expanded federal solar rebates now cover business systems up to 1 megawatt, opening support to SMEs previously priced out of larger installations. Food waste: End Food Waste Australia has launched a membership network of more than 250 organisations, with small businesses able to access practical guides, tools and campaign resources. Trading pressures: A Coogee café owner says rising wages, energy, insurance and supplier costs are adding about $1,000 a week, while the card surcharge ban further squeezes margins. Tax debate: Calls to raise GST to 15% face opposition over the risk of worsening living costs, including for small businesses. Business services: A parliamentary inquiry will examine Australia Post’s long-term viability and access, which the committee says are vital to businesses and regional communities. Interest rates: Inflation reached 4.3% in September, keeping pressure on the Reserve Bank to lift rates and adding to borrowing-cost concerns.
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