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Short, practical articles on bookkeeping, BAS, payroll and the finance side of running a supermarket or small business in Victoria.
27 July 2026
Profitable but short on cash? How business finance bridges the gap
You can be profitable and still run out of cash. Here's how business finance — like invoice finance from our partner ScotPac — turns unpaid invoices into working capital, and when it's worth a look.
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20 July 2026
Getting ready for BAS time: a simple checklist for small business
A practical, no-jargon checklist to make your next Business Activity Statement painless — whether you lodge it yourself or hand it to us.
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26 June 2026
The money independent supermarkets leave on the table: supplier rebates
Rebates and trading terms are where independent supermarkets quietly lose margin. Here's how to make sure you're claiming everything you're owed.
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