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Newsreel will be back soon

Newsreel is taking a brief break over Christmas but will be back bigger and better than ever in 2026. Thanks for all of your support in 2025. We have attracted more than
Read more 28 November 2025
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Mergers & acquisitions maintain momentum despite issues

The global mergers and acquisitions market remains positive, despite deals generally taking longer to complete and some sectors being impacted by common issues, such as
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Business red tape a $15 billion handbrake

Queensland businesses are tipped to spend more than $15 billion on red tape this year. Business Chamber Queensland’s latest Efficient Regulation Report shows the
Read more 17 November 2025
Fleur Madden. | Newsreel

Madden first champion for women in business

Brisbane has its first Women in Business Champion, with Fleur Madden tasked with driving connections within the city’s business community. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner
Read more 10 November 2025
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ASIC warning over advice on self-managed super funds

A regulatory review of financial advice regarding setting up self-managed super funds (SMSFs) found more than quarter put Australians’ retirement savings at
Read more 10 November 2025
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CHOICE give CBA unwanted award over fees drama

The Commonwealth Bank has earned some unwanted recognition becoming the most awarded company in CHOICE’s Shonky Awards. Ashley de Silva, CEO of the consumer group,
Read more 5 November 2025
Property Clearance Director Jude Morton. | Newsreel

Tax deduction would clear the way to boost housing stock

A Brisbane-based family business has a novel suggestion to increase housing stock through the implementation of a new tax deduction. Property Clearance cofounder and
Read more 16 October 2025
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ATO call centre under fire from tax agents

Accountants have expressed their frustration with the Australian Tax Office, with most queries directed to call centre staff with less than 12 months’ experience. Tax
Read more 16 October 2025
Woman getting a job. | Newsreel

$5000 boost for women after career break

Queensland women can access $5000 grants when returning to work after a career break. A $20 million  State Government program aims to the reduce the cost of returning
Read more 13 October 2025
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Business confidence surges to 10-year high

Queensland business confidence is at its highest levels in more than a decade. Business Chamber Queensland CEO Heidi Cooper said the group’s latest sentiment report
Read more 10 October 2025