Congratulations to Carol Hanlon of @BelmontBEC & @TCFaustralia on being named the #COSBOA National #SmallBusiness Champion 2025! Carol has helped 36,500+ small businesses, supported 7,500+ designers and built connections across 125+ countries. https://t.co/RbcV4KPp6J

Transitioning Well has released a new induction resource for casual employees, outlining their paid FDV leave entitlements. A helpful tool for small businesses onboarding new staff. Download here: https://t.co/g8jY3dRGeK

Michele runs Rainforest Bookkeeping – helping small business owners stay compliant. But rising software & compliance costs mean doing the right thing is getting harder. Read her story on page 37 of COSBOA’s #SmallBusinessPerspectivesReport: https://t.co/b21sO999WM

Here’s to a brighter, more confident year ahead – with new opportunities and a strong small business community behind you. COSBOA is with you in 2026.

The Government’s SEE Program helps small businesses boost staff language, literacy, numeracy & digital skills – onsite, flexible & tailored to you. Find out more: https://t.co/kOehTuAg2C #SmallBusiness #COSBOA #Skills #Training

Warm wishes to all small business owners, teams and families today. Whether you’re taking a break or working through, COSBOA is thinking of you and the vital role you play in every community. Thank you for everything you do.

Congratulations to Lynda McAlary‑Smith on her appointment as the next Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (@ASBFEO). COSBOA looks forward to working with Lynda from March 2026 to support small and family businesses across Australia.

Need simple, clear guidance on IR and workplace law changes? #SmallBusinessPEAK delivers plain-English guides, toolkits & checklists to help small businesses stay compliant. Log in now and get the clarity you need. 🔗 https://t.co/Bsh8fwVQbL

Two new #PaydaySuper case studies are now available from #SmallBusinessPEAK: What if you forget to pay SG on payday? 🔗 https://t.co/MdGSMhsKiM What if a new employee delays giving fund details? 🔗 https://t.co/Q9wUnSLA0v Payday Super fact sheet. 🔗 https://t.co/zQB5aCxd2E

We’re pleased to welcome Hennings Workplace Lawyers as a new COSBOA Associate. The national firm specialises in IR and employment law, including enterprise bargaining, wage compliance, dispute resolution and workplace investigations. Learn more: https://t.co/w03vUBpOrF

🌟 Super Early Bird Regos Open! Join Australia’s small business leaders at the 2026 COSBOA National Small Business Summit! Influence policies that matter. Expand your knowledge. Network with leaders. Members register by 31 Jan 2026 to save up to $500. https://t.co/jok6DdIqP0

COSBOA’s Adele Sutton met NT small businesses, govt reps and training leaders in Darwin, including @asicmedia's Duncan Poulson and 2024 Small Business Champion Gary Strachan. Adele & Dominic also attended the Australian Training Awards.

We’re delighted to welcome Skye Cappuccio as COSBOA’s next CEO. Skye brings deep advocacy, reform & member-based experience. Her leadership will help strengthen the voice of Australia’s 2.5M small businesses. Skye commences 3 Feb 2026. 🔗 https://t.co/VRKS0cqQR0

The Silver Review recommended abolishing the Victorian Small Business Commission. COSBOA welcomes the @VicGovAu's decision to keep it in place, ensuring small businesses continue to have fast, accessible & affordable dispute resolution. More: https://t.co/b8J5W0RG4O

Payday Super starts 1 July 2026. Employers will need to pay super at the same time as wages – with a 7-day payment deadline and new reporting requirements. Small Business PEAK has released a fact sheet to help small businesses prepare. 🔗 https://t.co/zQB5aCxd2E

COSBOA attended the @ASBFEO Small Business Policy Forum with Minister Dr Anne Aly. Key issues discussed: regulatory pressure, digital adoption, skills & training, the need for right-sized policy settings.

COSBOA welcomes the Government’s National AI Plan – a sensible step that reflects what small business needs. But cost remains the biggest barrier. Implementation must prioritise real-world support, regional access & long-term certainty. Read more: https://t.co/tt20keDu9g

The Instant Asset Write-Off is extended to 30 June 2026, but small businesses need long-term certainty. COSBOA is calling for a permanent $150,000 IAWO that reflects real costs and supports real investment. Read more: https://t.co/lAMtwtBiRO #SmallBusiness #IAWO #COSBOA

Every #smallbusiness is more than just a shop front or service provider. When you #ShopSmall you’re keeping jobs, supporting local supply chains, strengthening your community’s resilience & helping your neighbourhood flourish. Join us in backing them this #SmallBusinessSaturday.

Want to be part of #Brisbane2032? The @QldGov is seeking local suppliers – including small businesses – to help deliver the Olympic & Paralympic Games and leave a lasting legacy. 👉 Learn more: https://t.co/2SdBRZSOeH #COSBOA #SmallBusiness #Olympics #QueenslandBusiness

From tax complexity to tech disruption, the squeeze on small business keeps tightening. Owners are calling for simpler systems that let them focus on growth. 📘 Read more: https://t.co/b21sO99HMk #SmallBusinessPerspectivesReport #SmallBusiness #COSBOA #Advocacy