David Adams, SmartCompany

David Adams

SmartCompany

Melbourne, VIC, Australia

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Recent:
  • Unknown
Past:
  • SmartCompany
  • Women's Agenda
  • The Chainsaw

Past articles by David:

Tap to the future: Government could crack down on payment companies making it harder for SMEs to access the cheapest fees

A consultation paper highlights least-cost routing, which lets businesses choos the cheapest option whenever a customer taps their card. → Read More

Budget 2022: The 10-year cost of Stage 3 tax cuts grows by $11 billion as Chalmers downplays action

The 10-year cost of keeping the planned Stage 3 tax cuts in place has ballooned by $11 billion to $254 billion. → Read More

Looking for a leadership speech? Former PM Scott Morrison is now available for hire

Former prime minister Scott Morrison is now available for speaking engagements on leadership, on top of his Parliamentary duties. → Read More

Qantas flies away from reputational hit, forecasting profits of $1.3 billion and record loyalty earnings

Qantas, after months of flight cancellations and mishandled luggage reports, says it is returning to operational efficiency. → Read More

Ruby the Roo might not solve Australia's international tourism woes, say small businesses

The CGI mascot will roll out in 15 key markets, but smaller travel operators suggest the campaign could be more nuanced in its approach. → Read More

Managers are lagging other professions in the rush back to the office, new WFH data shows

As businesses usher employees back into the office, managers are still among the highest WFH beneficiaries, University of Sydney data shows. → Read More

Three tips for today’s startup founders from Canva co-founders Melanie Perkins and Cameron Adams

Canva co-founders Melanie Perkins and Cameron Adams recently shared their advice for today's entrepreneurs. Here's what they said. → Read More

Labor MP Julie Collins appointed Minister for Small Business in Anthony Albanese’s brand new cabinet

Labor MP Julie Collins has been appointed Minister for Small Business, joining the ranks of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s new cabinet. → Read More

Australian businesses reported easing supply chain shortages in February, but new threats to logistics have emerged

Further transportation chaos could be on the horizon, due to widespread flooding on the east coast, and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. → Read More

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Thursday, March 3. → Read More

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Friday, February 25. → Read More

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Thursday, February 24. → Read More

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Thursday, February 17. → Read More

Rental vacancies have hit a 16-year low, with further price pressure expected in the coming months

Rental property vacancy rates plummeted in January, and new reports suggest renters could face an even tougher slog in February. → Read More

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Wednesday, February 9. → Read More

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Tuesday, February 8. → Read More

Here’s how much borrowing power Australian homebuyers could lose if rates increase in line with analyst expectations

Financial comparison site Canstar said Westpac estimates of a 1.65% rate increase could take $71,000 off a median earner's maximum mortgage. → Read More

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Friday, January 28. → Read More

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Thursday, January 27. → Read More

10 things you need to know this morning in Australia

This is Business Insider Australia's morning newsletter for Monday, January 24. → Read More