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RedFlow powers on with battery rollout
REDFLOW Technologies has expanded its Brisbane factory as it ramps up commercialisation of its zinc-bromide battery technology.
Fashionable touch to phone apps
RETAILERS are letting customers bypass the fitting room and purchase from their touch phones.
Merchants lose $89m in credit card fraud
BUSINESSES hit by growing fraud as more payments made over the internet or by phone.
HSBC makes move for small exporters
BANKING competition is increasing in the small business market as HSBC targets export businesses with turnover up to $10m.
Tony Abbott turns focus to small business
TONY Abbott has considered using public funds to break credit squeeze as he seeks to sharpen his electoral pitch to small business.
Money still hard to get for small business
MANY small businesses are still finding it hard to borrow money from banks in the wake of the global financial crisis.
Retail spending 'extremely disappointing'
PEOPLE are confident about keeping their jobs but still won't spend big, retailing groups say.
Workplace laws a costly legal hassle
MANY small businesses have renegotiated staff contracts twice, with legal help, since WorkChoices was introduced in 2006.
Credit squeeze hits small business hard
ACCESS to credit is the biggest barrier to growth for SMEs, with almost half reporting interest rate hikes on loans since January.
Pub hands back money-making pokies
PUB shocks gambling industry by handing back lucrative pokies that don't "fit the feel" of the business.
Tax cuts no gain for small business
SMALL business owners will get almost no benefit from the company tax cuts of either the Government or Opposition.
Galleries
Branch out
Sick of your job? Quirky franchise options can help you strike out on your own and start a small business.
Small Business Tips
Rewarding your loyal customers pays off
REWARDS programs are not just for big business. Discounts and vouchers are key to winning new customers and keeping old ones.
Build Your Business
Building your online brand presence
IN today's competitive small business environment an online brand presence is mandatory to keep ahead of the pack
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Important Dates for Business Owners
26 July 2010
The Government hosts seminars, training courses and other events for business owners all around the country. See business.gov.au for more details.
29 July 2010
Australian business and IT expo
A gathering of business owners and entrepreneurs seeking products, services and education to further business growth.
3 August 2010
What's your business really worth?
The City of Sydney's first 'Smart Business' seminar will be held at Customs House, 31 Alfred Street, Circular Quay, Sydney.
6 August 2010
2010 Excellence in Franchising Awards
The Victorian awards ceremony will be held at the River Room of Crown Casino at 8 Whiteman St, Southbank.
12 August 2010
2010 Excellence in Franchising Awards
The New South Wales awards ceremony will be held at the Doltone House, 26-32 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont.
20 August 2010
Franchising & business opportunities expo - Melbourne
The Expo will be held 20-22 August at the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre.
20 August 2010
National Telstra business awards ceremony
The national presentation dinner will be held at the Grand Ballroom of the Westin Hotel, 1 Martin Place, Sydney.
21 August 2010
2010 Excellence in Franchising Awards
The South Australian awards ceremony will be held at the Lounge Bar of Sebel Playford at 120 North Tce, Adelaide.
27 August 2010
2010 Excellence in Franchising Awards
The Western Australian awards ceremony will be held at the Burswood Entertainment Complex, Great Eastern Highway, Burswood.
31 August 2010
Measure your marketing
The City of Sydney's second 'Smart Business' seminar will be held at Customs House, 31 Alfred Street, Circular Quay, Sydney.
2 September 2010
Family Business Australia conference
Keynote sessions and workshops for family businesses will be held 2-4 September at the Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove, Queensland.
10 September 2010
2010 Excellence in Franchising Awards
The Queensland awards ceremony will be held at the Novotel Brisbane on Creek St, Brisbane.
11 September 2010
Franchising & business opportunities expo - Brisbane
The Expo will be held 11-12 September at the Brisbane Exhibition and Convention Centre.
15 September 2010
Franchising & business opportunities expo - Brisbane
The Expo will be held 11-12 September at the Brisbane Exhibition and Convention Centre.
23 September 2010
The Expo will be held 23-24 September at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
1 October 2010
October is the Northern Territory's 'Business Month'. Check out NT website for more details of forums and events.
10 October 2010
The Franchise Council of Australia will host the convention 10-12 October at the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort and Spa in Queensland.
11 November 2010
The national awards ceremony for inspirational businesswomen will be held in Melbourne.
1 December 2010
Medium business clients must pay their income tax by 1 December. Check the ATO website for more details.
Small Business Advice
ATO's quick guide to tax and accounting issues that affect new small businesses.
Help with workplace issues, forms for hiring staff and best practise workplaces.
Compare interest rates, fees and find the right business loan and bank account.
Checklists, step-by-step guides and business planning to help launch your idea.
Helpful links to a range of resources for business owners and industry.
Helps business owners learn about basic intellectual property issues to protect their ideas.
Training, advice and support for jobseekers looking to start a business.
Funding, mentors and support for inventors and entrepreneurs to turn ideas into a business.
Business Enterprise Centres nationwide help entrepreneurs start and grow a business.
Government-run advice and support for small business owners in each state or territory.
Twelve centres that help small and medium sized businesses.
Government support for hiring apprentices, especially in industries with skills shortages.
Step by step guide to how to export, including sales leads, networking and FAQs.
Request a free mentoring session with a business coach for Victoria businesses.
Find an accountant to help manage the books and provide strategic advice.
Information on activity statements including GST, PAYG withholding and fringe benefits tax.
Videos, case studies and advice on managing, supply chains, marketing and finance.
Rules on how to create a safe and healthy workplace for employees and customers.
Small Business Advisory Services helps businesses weather the global financial crisis.
Stock Quotes
Market Charts at 12:00AM
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| Hang Seng | 21801.59 | +122.79 | +0.57 |
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| ASX200 | 4540.7 | -54.2 | -1.18 |
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| All Ords | 4563.0 | -52.6 | -1.14 |
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| Nikkei | 9551.05 | -21.44 | -0.22 |
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| DJIA | 10644.25 | -54.5 | -0.51 |
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| S&P; 500 | 1121.06 | -6.73 | -0.6 |
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| S&P; 100 | 509.0 | -2.84 | -0.55 |
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| NASDAQ | 1899.24 | -15.93 | -0.83 |
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| CAC 40 | 3730.58 | -46.79 | -1.24 |
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| DAX 30 | 6286.25 | -65.35 | -1.03 |
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| FTSE | 5376.41 | -34.11 | -0.63 |
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| Euro Top100 | 2232.35 | -16.51 | -0.73 |
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| AUD/USD | 0.9117 | -0.0 | -0.11 |
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| Oil | 80.24 | -1.22 | -1.5 |
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ASX200 - Top Gainers & Losers at 04:10PM
| Code | Name | Price | Percent |
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| ISF | iSOFT | 0.16 | 10.34% |
| SDL | Sundance Resour.. | 0.16 | 6.66% |
| CHC | Charter Hall Gr.. | 0.65 | 4.0% |
| ESG | Eastern Star Gas | 0.85 | -7.11% |
| AAX | Ausenco | 2.37 | -6.7% |
| LYC | Lynas Corp | 0.89 | -6.32% |
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