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Startup financing in Australia: funding options and application tips

Securing capital is one of the first major hurdles for many Australian startup founders. This guide explains common funding options, how to assess your financing needs, what lenders and investors may look for, and how to prepare a stronger application or pitch. - read more

Practical Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Cash Flow in Your Small Business

Cash flow refers to the movement of money into and out of your business. It encompasses all the income your business earns from sales, payments from customers, and investments, as well as all the expenses for operational costs, salaries, and other expenditures. - read more

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Why Payday Super Could Reshape Small Business Funding Needs

01 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori

Australian small businesses are being urged to prepare for a major payroll change as payday super moves closer. From 1 July 2026, employers are expected to pay superannuation at the same time as salary and wages, rather than relying on the current quarterly cycle. While the policy is designed to improve retirement savings and reduce unpaid super, it also has practical cash flow implications for SMEs. - read more

Why Unpaid Invoices Still Shape Small Business Borrowing

25 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori

Fresh small business payment data has put a familiar pressure point back on the agenda for Australian SMEs: invoices are still taking too long to turn into cash. While many operators are seeing pockets of stronger demand, that does not always translate into immediate liquidity. For businesses with wages, rent, suppliers and tax instalments due on fixed dates, even a short delay in customer payments can create a funding gap. - read more

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