Thursday, 17 February 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
A new report has revealed that investors are seeing increased potential in the ATM market, prompting a renewed call for a cap on ATM fees.
Friday, 11 February 2011
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By
Kate Sallai
NMA explains the AOL-Huffington Post deal as only it can, revealing that AOL’s goal for 2011 is to ‘make it 1997 again through science or magic.’
Wednesday, 09 February 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Small businesses can expect better lending conditions as the economy strengthens and competition in the banking sector increases, according to the Reserve Bank of Australia.
Tuesday, 08 February 2011
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By
Ryan Jon Dunn
A local expert says Australian tech start-ups are an increasingly attractive proposition for overseas investors due to the NBN and competition in the US venture capital market.
Friday, 04 February 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Franchise veteran Paul Wheeler has reentered the industry by setting up an Australian branch of US-based aged care franchise Senior Helpers.
Thursday, 03 February 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Victoria continues to be the strongest property market in Australia, with NAB’s Commercial Property Index revealing Melbourne leads the way in the retail, office and industrial markets.
Monday, 31 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
New research reveals credit unions have the best personal loan product offerings, but analysts say the banks are still competing with non-bank lenders for businesses loans.
Monday, 24 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Time-poor, cashed-up Australians will continue to continue to outsource former household duties, according to IBISWorld.
Tuesday, 18 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Shoe store chain The Athlete’s Foot has topped another Roy Morgan survey of customer satisfaction, with customer service and product knowledge proving to be more important than price.
Friday, 14 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
After a return to positive economic conditions in 2010, businesses across several different industries are gearing up for a big 2011.
Thursday, 13 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
The ACCC is calling on wannabe franchisees to enroll in its franchise education program at Griffith University.
Wednesday, 12 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Australia’s poor-performing construction industry and a fall in first-time homebuyers could prompt the Reserve Bank to keep interest rates on hold for the next few months.
Tuesday, 11 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
The Urban Taskforce has criticised a new NSW Government bill, which is aimed at protecting small retailers’ interests, for not focusing on the issue of town planning.
Wednesday, 05 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
iPhone app developer Firemint has acquired video game studio Infinite Interactive, with the Melbourne-based start-ups joining forces to focus on self-published titles.
Wednesday, 05 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Finance experts are warning the National Consumer Credit Protection Act, which came into effect on January 1, could leave the self-employed with less access to credit.
Monday, 20 December 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
Ice-cream brand Baskin-Robbins is on the hunt for new franchisees as part of its new owners’ expansion in Australia, following the collapse of Allied Brands.
Thursday, 16 December 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
New data from property advisory firm Urbis reveals specialty retailers are enjoying stronger sales in CBD shopping centres rather than their suburban counterparts.
Wednesday, 15 December 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
Start-up retailers have been urged to learn from The Athlete’s Foot and Williams the Shoemen, which are leading the way in shoe store satisfaction.
Monday, 13 December 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan’s proposed banking reforms have received mixed reviews from business and banking representatives.
Tuesday, 07 December 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
Recruitment is an industry worth millions, but you’ll struggle to survive if you don’t do your research first.