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RBA lifts rates to highest level in 15 years at ‘worst time’
The cash rate rise to 4.6 per cent followed a unanimous decision by the RBA's monetary policy committee.
Trust tax changes reduce impact on SMEs but leave issues unresolved
Restructuring costs and the flexibility of existing trust structures are still concerns.
When franchise levies become a compliance risk
Clear records, current documentation and early communication are key.
Court ruling clears way for Mitre 10 franchisee to sue Bunnings
The dispute centres on plans for a new 15,000sqm Bunnings Warehouse.
Franchise Council’s constitution up for change
The constitution change requires 75 per cent of FCA members to vote yes.
McDonald’s amends delivery promotional campaign found ‘misleading’
The 99c delivery fee was not the only added cost associated with delivery orders.
The domino effect: wage liability in the franchise sector
Class action against Domino's alleges deceptive conduct for alleged underpayment.
IGA franchisee faces court for alleged underpayments
A Nepalese visa holder was allegedly underpaid more than $90,000.
Harvey Norman and Latitude fined $55 million after Asic probe
Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd was issued $35 million in penalties by the Federal Court.
US tariffs increase to 12.5 per cent
Australia's Trade Minister, Don Farrell, called the move "unjustified".