Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming part of everyday business. From drafting emails and creating content to analysing data, writing code and automating internal processes, AI tools are helping businesses work faster and do more with fewer resources. But while businesses have been quick to adopt AI, insurance policies are now playing catch-up.

For many small business owners, the business itself can feel like the retirement plan. Years are spent building something valuable, managing cash flow, investing in growth and keeping employees, suppliers and customers happy. Personal superannuation contributions can easily fall further down the priority list.

Australia's building and construction industry continues to face one of its most challenging operating environments in years. While demand for housing and infrastructure remains strong, many businesses are balancing tight cash flow, increasing compliance obligations, skilled labour shortages and ongoing cost pressures.

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has identified a number of compliance areas that are attracting increased attention. Each quarter, the ATO will highlight key risk areas based on audit findings, data matching and intelligence gathered across Australian small businesses.

For years, Australians have used the term "side hustle" to describe everything from selling handmade products online and freelancing after hours to driving for ride-share services on weekends. The phrase makes these activities sound casual, flexible and relatively low-risk.

The NSW Government will hand down its 2026–27 Budget on Tuesday, with Treasurer Daniel Mookhey promising a focus on “relief for today, reform for tomorrow, and discipline always.”

When one of the world's most recognisable brands starts seeing changes in customer spending habits, it's worth paying attention.

The Federal Government's proposed changes to Capital Gains Tax (CGT) continue to generate discussion, particularly among Australia's start-up and small business community.