AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWorkplace & compliance: Victoria’s new premier Ben Carroll says the state will keep pushing its work-from-home bill, with “sensible amendments” likely as employers brace for a 1 September start and possible extra costs for remote work. Payments pressure: A VIC small business (Yarra Valley Rides) is ditching card payments from 1 October rather than absorb surcharge fees, adding fuel to the debate over who pays for card costs. Tax uncertainty: CPA Australia backs Tranche 3 tax reform talks but warns small business faces rising complexity and compliance costs as details “trickle out,” with major CGT and property changes looming from 1 July 2027. Consumer & finance stress: AFCA recorded a record 119,949 financial complaints in 2025-26, with banking/finance issues and delays in claim handling topping the list. SME tech & operations: Sadie is integrating with Square so restaurants can take phone orders and payments via voice AI without pulling staff away. Business travel demand: Corporate Traveller reports a 19% jump in international Business Class bookings as airlines rework premium cabins. Regional growth & jobs: Apollo Bay Harbour gets a $12.61m upgrade to support local businesses and tourism, while WA’s Innovators of the Year 2026 finalists were announced.
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