Australian Government - Business newsletter July 2024

Newsletter 29 July 2024

Make your business stand out from the crowd

Are you looking to make your business stand out? We've got some ideas on how to provide your customers with a unique and memorable experience and help you stand out from the competition.

Reminder: 3G switch off in August

Australia's mobile network operators are preparing to switch off their 3G networks in August. Find out what it means for your business and what to do if your devices are impacted.   

Consumer rights and guarantees

If your business provides a product or service, it's important to understand your obligations and responsibilities. Under the Australian Consumer Law, consumers have rights, called consumer guarantees, which apply to certain products and services.

Do you know about the R&D Tax Incentive?

Register now for an information session at 1 pm (AEST) on Thursday 8 August to learn about the benefits and requirements for the Research and Development Tax Incentive and have your questions answered. 

Closing your business: know what to do

Knowing when and how to close your business can be difficult. If you're thinking of closing there are important steps you have to follow. We have detailed information to help you through the process. 

Reminder: changes to casual employment

Don't forget, changes to casual employment laws come into place from 26 August this year. Find out what this means for employers. 

What's new in grants

NewAccess for Small Business Owners is a program that provides free and confidential mental health support to small business owners. A coach will work with you to overcome difficult issues and provide practical skills to help manage stress.

The updated Advance and Overseas Finding form is now available through the R&D Tax Incentive customer portal. All R&DTI applicants are now required to use this form. Learn more about Advance Findings and Overseas Findings.

The First Nations Tourism Mentoring Program provides First Nations tourism businesses with access to free, tailored and one-one-one mentoring services from experienced tourism industry professionals.

Find government assistance, grants and events

Use our finder tools to explore government services available to help businesses.

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