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Grow your business with the help of a mentor. Learn more with our obligation free 30-minute consultation for women who are in their own business. Click the “Are you mentor-ready?” button at the top of this page or email... read more
As part of our mission to keep politicians up to date with the issues and barriers that women in business face, today I had the great pleasure of meeting with Julie Bishop MP, Deputy Leader of the Opposition and... read more
Being in your own business is more than just a job. It’s a way of life. When you put in a lot of hours (as most women do!) then the results you product should reflect that effort. But, that... read more
At present, only private telephone numbers can be listed on the Do Not Call Register, which enables people to register to opt out of receiving unsolicited telemarketing calls. The Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy has just released a... read more
The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission (HREOC) is now calling for nominations for the 2008 Human Rights Medals and Awards, held annually to recognise the extraordinary contribution to Australian society of individuals and organisations committed to human rights,... read more
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Employment and Workplace Relations has asked the ABN to contribute to its inquiry on women’s equal opportunities in the workforce, including pay equity. The deadline to lodge submissions is 28 August. Some of the... read more
Senator Kim Carr, Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, today announced that the Government’s new $75 million Climate Ready program is open for applications. Climate Ready will support Australian businesses developing new products, processes and services to tackle... read more
Congratulations to the businesswomen who graduated this week from the MentorNet program. Your acknowledgement of your achievements, namely more direction in business, increased confidence in your self, more enthusiasm about business, increased business skills, and of course a plan!... read more
We are often asked by women whether they should get a mentor or a coach? We asked one of our regular mentors, Dennis Roberts (who is also a business coach) for his opinion: “The terms coaching and mentoring are... read more
The Government has released its proposal for a new plan to tackle climate change by reducing carbon pollution. The Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme, scheduled to commence in 2010 will, for the first time, place a limit, or cap, on... read more
Yesterday 100 women from all over Australia participated in the HerBusiness‘s webinar: Government Support and Programs for Small Business, presented by Susan McGrath. Women explored the various grants, subsidies, rebates and programs available from both state and federal governments.... read more
This August Victoria’s Small Business Festival will provide inspiration, ideas and information for you small business with more than 360 events registered as part of the festival. Learn more at business.vic.gov.au/energise or by calling 13 22 15. read more
