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Kmart allegedly sold nail glue without adequate warnings about burn risks, and retailed products without testing button battery safety. The post Kmart “disappointed” as ACCC launches legal action for alleged safety oversights appeared first on Sm...

Payments technology was the real theme of this week's startup raises, with three businesses across Australia and New Zealand scooping up new funding. The post Three ANZ startups that raised $20.3 million this week appeared first on SmartCompany.

The Meta CEO has been ridiculed for his beer drinking technique on Stripe co-founder John Collison's podcast, but Zuckerberg said "that's just my face." The post Mark Zuckerberg goes viral for appearing to choke back a Guinness appeared first on S...

Àerre started life as an online-only brand, specialising in perfumes 'inspired by' luxury scents but sold at affordable prices. The post Something in the Àerre: Fragrance maker to open 10 new stores as network grows to 26 appeared first on SmartCo...

The Jila range of gum and mints will soon roll onto the shelves of 16,500 stores across major South Korean retail chains CU Convenience and Olive Young. The post Regional Victorian family business lands major South Korean deal for its Aussie-made ...

Addison called it a "great privilege" to serve the small business community through what "continues to be a very tough environment" for SMEs. The post Matthew Addison departs as COSBOA chair after five years appeared first on SmartCompany.

The closures will begin on Thursday, after prospective buyers indicated they would not seek to continue trading the 26 locations. The post Cue and Veronika Maine to close 26 stores as buyers circle appeared first on SmartCompany.

Former Beyond Blue executive Greg Jennings has been appointed Victoria's Small Business Commissioner, bringing experience in workplace mental health and industrial relations. The post Beyond Blue, Fair Work veteran named Victorian Small Business C...

The business, known for its bathbombs and ethically-sourced products, said it will not renew its ten Westfield leases once they expire. The post Lush exits 10 Westfield leases to focus on “the right locations” appeared first on SmartCompany.

As Market Square's decline drives major retailers out of the centre, Geelong's mayor says something must be done. The post Geelong mayor pushes to seize declining shopping centre in bid to revive CBD appeared first on SmartCompany.

Two of Amazon's major advantages are delivery speed and range. Major moves by Target and Big W could change that. The post The big way Target and Big W are disrupting Amazon in Australia appeared first on SmartCompany.

South Australia is now home to 12 Michelin stars, after the global culinary guide arrived in the Australian state. The post Michelin Guide to put South Australian hospitality on the map, says Africola chef appeared first on SmartCompany.

Small Business Minister Anne Aly has denounced an Opposition member's comments that she be "stoned in the square." The post Aly combats “racist” backlash to ATO plan, discloses 19 death threats in past week appeared first on SmartCompany.

AUSTRAC's expanded anti-money laundering rules are adding compliance costs for small businesses, prompting some to rethink the services they offer. The post AUSTRAC starts handing out $21,840 fines to businesses as new anti-money laundering rules ...

Joshua Williams, director of Forrest Beach Supermarket, said the grocery store is encouraging customers to use cash wherever possible. The post QLD supermarket says cash up 30% after offering discount linked to card surcharge ban appeared first on...

Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to introduce the legislation on Wednesday but it now won't be passed until at least late 2026. The post Trust tax changes pushed to inquiry as Greens take issue with small business carve-out appeared first on SmartCom...

This year's Smart50 Awards gala dinner will be hosted by comedian Lizzy Hoo, and feature lucky door prizes from Smart50 alumni including Luxury Escapes, July and Paire. The post Tickets on sale for 2026 Smart50 Awards gala dinner appeared first o...

More than half of regional businesses surveyed said housing was among their five biggest challenges. The post Regional SA businesses lose workers and contracts amid housing shortages appeared first on SmartCompany.

Intellectual property rights are proving to be a strategic move for startups on the rise. The post ‘People take your business more seriously’: Why IP is a hot ticket for growth appeared first on SmartCompany.

From The Little Potion Co’s backyard beginnings to Muscle Nation’s arrival on supermarket shelves, we revisit five former Smart50 businesses to see just how far they’ve come. The post From backyard businesses to big brands: Five Smart50 alumni con...