Tag: business
Super members to face higher levy under new compensation scheme
By Sarah Brown October 14, 2026
Super members will face higher levy costs under the new 2026-27 Compensation Scheme of Last Resort, increasing obligations from $16.5 million to $23.8 million.
Super payments surge after reform
By Sarah Brown October 13, 2026
Super payments surge after reform with approximately 7 million workers transitioning to monthly contributions from quarterly payments.
AustralianSuper Supports Rethinking VC Performance Benchmark
By Amanda Wilson October 11, 2026
AustralianSuper advocates revising the venture capital performance benchmark to reflect extended investment lifecycles, ensuring fair superannuation testing for
Trustees Urged to Scrutinize Insurer Rulings on Super Claims
By Sarah Brown October 10, 2026
Superannuation trustees must independently review adverse insurance decisions, ensuring focus_keyword scrutiny of insurer rulings on super claims.
Australian super returns dip amid equity struggles
By Jessica Miller October 8, 2026
Australian super returns dipped 0.4% in September amid equity struggles, with local shares falling over 3% due to inflation and higher RBA rates.
Minister’s US lamb investment plan sparks super fund backlash
By Jessica Miller October 6, 2026
Australian minister's US lamb investment plan faces super fund backlash, aiming to shield exporters from potential tariffs.
Banner Jones merges with Harrop White in Mansfield
By Sarah Brown October 3, 2026
The law firm merger in Mansfield unites Banner Jones with Harrop White, expanding property, wills and family dispute services from St Peter’s Way office.
North East Launches £79m Innovation Fund
By Sarah Brown October 2, 2026
The North East launches a £79m innovation fund to support four flagship projects and generate high-value employment.
North East firm expands with new cyber security division
By Jessica Miller October 1, 2026
North East firm RMT Technology launches a new cyber security division, creating up to 50 jobs over five years to help businesses manage risks and threats.
North East travel firm secures six-figure tech boost
By Amanda Wilson September 30, 2026
North East travel firm Nirvana Europe secures a six-figure tech investment from NPIF II to boost digital capabilities and global reach as it evolves into a data