AI boom forecast as Australia’s biggest bonanza yet

9 September

The adoption of artificial intelligence is rocketing in Australia, creating massive demand for infrastructure that will deliver jobs and economic benefits. The nation was at the “cusp of a data centre boom”, Oxford Economics head of economics...[Read More]

$20,000 instant asset write-off (IAWO) here to stay

9 September

Eligible small businesses can continue to claim an immediate deduction for assets costing less than $20,000. From 1 July 2026, the $20,000 instant asset write-off is permanent, giving eligible small businesses greater certainty when...[Read More]

Blanket bans on AI could cause ‘data centre panic’

2 September

One-size-fits-all restrictions on how artificial intelligence data centres are powered could send investment in the growing technology overseas, business groups warn.In a submission to a Senate inquiry into AI data centres, the Australian Chamber of...[Read More]

Treasury tips AI as key driver of productivity growth

2 September

Artificial intelligence could be the ticket out of stunted economic growth while risking the future of increasingly high-skilled jobs, according to Treasury advice.In a brief handed to the treasurer, AI has been characterised as a tool which could...[Read More]

Retirement savings to be ‘decimated’ under early access

19 August

Workers being able to access their superannuation early would destroy their retirement earnings, the treasurer has warned, following calls by Pauline Hanson.The One Nation leader has called for a relaxation of rules that would allow people to...[Read More]

Tax: The good, the bad and the ugly for small business owners

13 August

Tax is one of those unavoidable parts of running a business. When things are going well, paying tax can actually be a sign that your business is profitable. But without planning, tax can also create cash-flow pressure, unexpected bills and, in the...[Read More]

‘Put people first’: landmark AI probe to set guardrails

12 August

A national-first royal commission will investigate the dangers and benefits of artificial intelligence in society as a premier pledges to get the balance right. South Australian leader Peter Malinauskas announced the inquiry on Monday after...[Read More]