Privacy Overhaul for SMEs: The Albanese government has released an exposure draft of the Privacy Amendment (Personal Data Protection) Bill 2026, proposing a new “fair and reasonable” test, tighter rules for direct marketing, controller/processor roles, and a 72-hour breach notification deadline—plus a right of erasure for large digital platforms; businesses are urged to assess data governance and incident-response now, with consultation closing 18 September. Trust Tax Changes (Sort-of) Land for Small Business: COSBOA says revised discretionary trust rules let eligible trusts elect “fixed distributions” to avoid the proposed 30% minimum tax without restructuring, but warns flexibility and other issues remain. Right to Disconnect Court Win: A landmark ruling backs a “right to disconnect” approach after a boss was found to have stressed staff by messaging them outside work hours—an HR and compliance signal for small employers. AI Algorithm Crackdown Warning: Tech entrepreneurs warn proposed forced removal of social media algorithms won’t stop harmful content and could hurt Australian online businesses. Local Business Support Push: Nambour’s chamber breakfast highlights growing confidence in the town, while financial counsellors urge struggling owners to seek help early (cash flow, ATO debt, creditors, lease negotiations). Tourism Dollars for the Red Centre: A $5m voucher boost will give $500 vouchers to 600 interstate visitors, redeemable with eligible local accommodation operators, alongside broader grants for tourism businesses. SME Disruption in Defence: Cheaper drones are reshaping defence spending and opening the door for smaller, faster-moving companies to innovate and supply. Community Fundraiser: The Big Bowl barefoot bowls event returns for Mary Mac’s Place in Woy Woy, aiming to lift last year’s $18,000 to $20,000.