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Digital tools to check out in 2026
Keeping up with new digital tools can feel overwhelming, but choosing the right ones can save you time, improve customer experiences, and help your business stay competitive in an increasingly digital world. Here are some tools worth exploring in 2026. SIMPLE WEBSITES...
Prepared, Connected, Resilient: Supporting Health Through the Storm
As we begin 2026, natural disasters are already having an impact. The effects of former Cyclone Kohji are being felt with floods in North Queensland and as far south as Rockhampton. They are a reminder that the time to make preparations is before a weather event hits,...
Going digital: Lessons from 2025 and opportunities for 2026
2025 highlighted just how important digital tools and skills have become for small businesses. From changing customer expectations to ongoing cost pressures, many small businesses were required to adapt quickly and find smarter ways of working online. As we move into...
Why the New Year is a Great Time for a Reset
There seems to be two distinct camps when it comes new year’s resolutions. On one side you have the ‘new year new start’ crowd kicking off the year with big changes. On the other side you have those who maintain that you don’t need a new year to make positive changes....
Conflict in Small Teams: How to Deal with Problems Before They Blow Up
One of the greatest strengths of a harmonious small team is how close-knit people can become. Everyone knows each other, everyone pitches in, everyone supports each other. But when conflict shows up, that same closeness means there’s nowhere to hide. Avoiding each...
5 digital resolutions for your small business
As the year comes to a close, small businesses have a great opportunity to reflect on the past and plan for the year ahead. Investing time now in your digital systems, tools, and skills will save you hours later and help your business run more efficiently. Here are...
The Danger of Obvious Passwords: Lessons From the Louvre
Hiding in Plain Sight: Why the World's Worst Password Strategy Threatens Your Digital Fortress We’ve all heard the phrase, "The best place to hide something is in plain sight." In fiction, this is the hallmark of a clever mastermind. In cybersecurity, however, it’s...
Simple steps to keep your small business safe from cyber crime
Cyber security is essential for small businesses as it helps protect sensitive data, financial information, and customer details from cyber criminals. A single breach can result in significant financial loss, damage to your reputation, and potential legal...
Capability statements that snare the contract: What regional buyers really want to see
Regional Australia is pumping! Forget just the big-city stuff, there's an absolute mountain of work coming through for local road upgrades, essential water and energy projects, and making our regional towns more resilient to the next big weather event. If you're a...
Get Your Practice Prepared for Disasters
hen disaster strikes, whether it's a flood, fire, or storm, primary care becomes a lifeline. But how can local providers ensure they’re ready to serve their communities when it matters most? The Growing Primary Care Resilience program, delivered by Regional Business...
Why Business Development Is the Lifeblood of Any Successful Company
In today's fast-paced business environment, growth is not an option; it's a necessity. But growth doesn't happen by accident. It's a result of strategy, research, timing, and most importantly, business development. Business development is often misunderstood,...
7 Reasons Coworking Innovation Hubs Are Changing the Way We Work
The times are a changing In 2025, the way people work has undergone a permanent change. More people are seeking flexible, purpose-driven spaces that suit their routines, priorities, and values. Coworking innovation hubs offer that. These shared spaces combine...