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The federal budget features important changes to how trusts are taxed. The post Budget 2026: New 30% minimum tax rate for discretionary trusts in push for “fairness” appeared first on SmartCompany .
StartupDaily ·
In solving one problem, it will create more - especially for the nation's digital builders.
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SmartCompany ·
Accounting platform Xero was hit by five days of outages that one accountant has described as "nothing short of a shit show". The post “Nothing short of a sh*t show”: Xero outages hit accountants, small businesses in tax return week...
SmartCompany ·
Wondering what the terms used in the federal budget actually mean? Look no further, we've got you covered with this easy-to-understand guide. The post Your A-Z for the 2026 federal budget: The ultimate glossary appeared first on...
SmartCompany ·
From negative gearing to family trusts, the proposed tax reforms are expected to raise billions in extra revenue. The post Negative gearing, CGT and trusts: Labor’s proposed tax changes explained appeared first on SmartCompany .
StartupDaily ·
Australia’s AI boom risks leaving startups behind, so access and pathways to global scale are vital, Jasmine Batra argues
SmartCompany ·
The $23.4 million Cyber Wardens program faces an uncertain future, after delivering 34,000 of the 50,000 graduates targeted for its first three years. The post Budget uncertainty hangs over Cyber Wardens appeared first on SmartCompany .
StartupDaily ·
Wellington’s Humankind has acquired Blackbird-backed management training startup The Mintable, in a deal that lands three years after the startup’s $6.8 million seed. The transaction folds The Mintable’s training platform...
SmartCompany ·
Me&u founder Stevan Premutico has launched Hey Buddy, a voice AI platform designed to stop restaurants missing calls, bookings and revenue. The post Me&u founder Stevan Premutico’s new startup wants to end missed restaurant calls...
SmartCompany ·
Brisbane-based ProcurePro plans to use the new funding to hire 100 people over the next 24 months across product, engineering and go-to-market. The post ProcurePro raises $15 million to bring AI to construction procurement appeared...
StartupDaily ·
Brisbane's ProcurePro raises US$11M led by QIC Ventures, with French construction giant Bouygues — already a customer — joining the cap table.
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The federal government has reportedly settled on its capital gains tax reform agenda, giving investors a year-long transition period before an inflation-based model comes into effect. The post Budget 2026: Investors could get one-year...
SmartCompany ·
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has said the 2026 federal budget will be the government's "most responsible" yet, but what do business founders and leaders actually want? The post “Bold” R&D incentives, housing reform and more: What six...
SmartCompany ·
As businesses scale, every new location and device adds potential for costly security gaps. In many cases, stretched IT teams find themselves trying to manage networks, launch new technology and do more with less. The post Four expert...
SmartCompany ·
The instant asset write-off allows small businesses to instantly claim a tax deduction for eligible purchases up to the value of $20,000. The post Budget 2026: $20,000 instant asset write-off to become permanent appeared first on...
StartupDaily ·
From zero to six-figure revenue in 3 months—see top founder lessons from Startmate.
StartupDaily ·
The proposed CC Signals framework lets creators decide if or how they want their material to be used by machines.
StartupDaily ·
Australian construction software outfit BuildPass says the US already accounts for more than 20% of revenue six months after opening an Austin office, helped along by new debt from venture...
StartupDaily ·
Pet treat maker Wagalot has launched a dog food range made from unsold fruit and veg rescued from Melbourne’s Prahran Market, partnering with food-waste outfit Eco Guardians to dehydrate the...
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Skye Cappuccio, CEO of the Council of Small Business Organisations Australia, said the touted changes fall short of necessary tax reform. The post COSBOA says budget tax rumours still miss what small businesses need appeared first on...
StartupDaily ·
Forget panels and boozy mixers—Melbourne needs hands-on, in-person tech education to truly grow.
SmartCompany ·
Treasury says Australia’s current super rules may discourage investment in startups and VC ahead of the 2026 federal budget. The post Budget 2026: Treasury warns super rules may discourage startup investment appeared first on SmartCompany .
StartupDaily ·
Ready to launch a startup, but not sure what kind and how? Repeat Builders offers $3M, a team, and zero fundraising.
StartupDaily ·
R&D tax breaks soar but looming capital gains tax changes threaten startup growth.
SmartCompany ·
The Northern Territory’s 2026 budget delivered a surplus and major infrastructure spending, but offered limited support for small businesses. The post NT budget 2026 offers little for small business and startups appeared first on...
StartupDaily ·
Discover Hey Buddy, Stevan Premutico's voice AI fixing missed calls and revenue leaks in restaurants.
SmartCompany ·
NSW Industry Minister Anoulack Chanthivong and Shadow Minister for Science & Technology Jacqui Munro are at loggerheads over the closure. The post Fishburners collapse sparks new political fight over NSW startup support appeared first...
SmartCompany ·
WA’s 2026 budget delivers a $100 fuel payment and small business grants, but offers no payroll tax relief despite a billion-dollar surplus. The post WA budget 2026: Small businesses miss out despite $2.4 billion surplus appeared first...
SmartCompany ·
PR can help startups raise capital by building credibility and shaping investor perception. The post PR: The most overlooked startup fundraising tool founders ignore appeared first on SmartCompany .
StartupDaily ·
Administration spells an uncertain future for the not-for-profit, which evolved from a single hub in Ultimo to a community spanning over 35,000 entrepreneurs.
StartupDaily ·
Australia doesn’t have a pipeline problem when it comes to girls in STEM. It has a retention problem for women. At school, the story is encouraging.
StartupDaily ·
Their vast data centres rival small countries - so why won’t tech giants show their emissions cards?
SmartCompany ·
OpenAI has expanded ChatGPT ads with self-serve campaign tools, CPC bidding and conversion tracking, pushing the platform closer to a Google Ads-style ecosystem. The post OpenAI adds self-serve ads and CPC bidding to ChatGPT appeared...
SmartCompany ·
The administration spells an uncertain future for the not-for-profit, which evolved from a single hub in Ultimo to a community spanning over 35,000 entrepreneurs. The post Fishburners enters administration in major blow to Australian...
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Startups warn proposed CGT changes could undermine the federal budget’s innovation agenda, despite an expected boost to the R&D tax incentive. The post R&D tax incentive boost tipped as startups fear CGT overhaul appeared first on...
SmartCompany ·
A loss carry-back scheme allows incorporated businesses to 'carry back' losses from the current financial year against previously taxed profits. The post Budget 2026: Covid-era loss carry-back scheme on the table for businesses appeared...
SmartCompany ·
The native botanicals used across the Bunji range, including saltbush and bush rosemary, are sourced directly from Indigenous growers and communities. The post Bunji Native Superfoods finds the “right home” for its dog treats in...
StartupDaily ·
Canva hit with $792K in ASIC fines for late financials—discover how a tech unicorn handles profit talk versus billion-dollar losses.
StartupDaily ·
Enaxiom lands $2.5M to revolutionise AI data centre cooling with water-saving tech.
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