An interesting phenomenon is taking place across Australia in 2025, as the push for increased sustainability gathers momentum. Despite cost-of-living pressures, consumers are seeking out sustainable products and services, even if they have to pay more. A report from Monash Business School’s Australian Consumer and Retail Studies Unit shows that nearly 50% of Australian shoppers […]

If you’re a business owner considering selling, this is likely a question you’ve asked yourself. Determining the correct valuation is crucial to ensuring you receive a fair price. Setting the price too low could mean losing significant value, while pricing too high might deter serious buyers and delay the sale. To understand business valuation, you

A new economic plan launched by the Australian Government will support Australia’s transition to a net zero economy. ‘A Future Made in Australia’ focuses on attracting investment to make Australia a leader in renewable energy, adding value to our natural resources and strengthening economic security. It will allow Australia to produce more things here, using

Long before it became ‘trendy’ and ‘on point’, Theme Rains knew that sustainability and integrity were the only way to go in business – and in life. After studying Law at university, there was a time when she believed that would be her career path. But out of the blue, whilst travelling, she had a

Achieving 5900% growth year-on-year is a sizeable achievement at the best of times! But when you manage to do that in the first 18 months of launching, it’s phenomenal! It’s even more amazing when it’s your first business – and you’re still in your twenties. But that’s exactly what twin brothers Brodie and Roger Cook

As a business owner, one of the most significant questions you might face is, “What is my business truly worth?” Whether you’re planning to sell, secure funding, restructure, or plan for the future, understanding your business’s value is critical to making informed decisions. A professional business valuation not only answers this question but also serves

When Tom Jonas was asked in Year 8 what he wanted to do when he grew up – and he said “play AFL” – his teacher laughed at him and said he was dreaming.  It’s quite likely that some people thought he was dreaming when, as an adult, he launched his own wine label!  But

Population dynamics play a critical role in shaping market demand, labour supply, and the allocation of resources. For businesses, understanding these trends by age and region is essential for making informed strategic decisions.   Insights into population growth can guide where to open new locations, how to tailor marketing efforts, what products to develop, and how

Whilst running your own business comes with enough responsibilities and tasks to fill your day, it is crucial that you also spend some time looking at the bigger picture.  And by that, we mean keeping up with trends and changes in the business world. This will give your business the best chance of success.   Here

Banks are in the business of lending money. Those billion-dollar profits you see the major banks announce every quarter; you guessed it, it’s mostly the interest they have collected on the money they loaned!   There is always a way to fund an acquisition; the question is, does it make sense? And to who?  It’s simpler