THE cost of doing business and creating jobs is about to get a lot cheaper for businesses and not-for-profit organisations in Page, with the Federal Government announcing its first ‘repeal day’ as part of its commitment of cutting $1 billion in red and green tape. Federal member for Page Kevin Hogan said ineffective and inefficient…
FEDERAL member for Page Kevin Hogan has welcomed the Federal Government’s move to make life easier for small business, taking the first step to reduce the compliance burden employers’ face when making superannuation contributions for their workers. As part of this first step the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will take over the running of the…
Parlimentary speech on needs of small business. December 5, 2013 Mr HOGAN (Page) (09:39): I rise to speak on an issue of great concern to many businesses in my electorate of Page. As many in this chamber may remember, the previous government decided to change the definition of a small business, from 15 full-time equivalent staff…
BUSINESS confidence across the Northern Rivers has soared since the election of the Coalition Government, a Griffith University/Northern Star survey published yesterday (4/02/2014) has found. The quarterly poll conducted last month revealed 72% of respondents said the new Federal Government had given them more confidence about the future of their businesses, with many now planning…
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