NATIONAL SCIENCE, INNOVATION AGENDA
How it will turbo charge Western Sydney
By Paul Van Bergen and David Pring
Partners KPMG Parramatta
THE Government’s National Innovation and Science Agenda (NISA), issued on Monday, aims to boost innovation - especially to create new businesses. There are some significant tax changes to be aware of.
OUTDOOR DINING FEES WAIVED
Hills fosters growing food scene
HILLS Council has waived application or rent fees for outdoor dining areas on Council footpaths for restaurant and café owners.
SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Client commitment drives success
THE Fitzpatrick Group has been recognised for its sector leadership winning the Small Business of the Year award at the OPTUS My Business Awards.
UNLOCKING THE BIG PICTURE
Why innovation is key
By Stephanie Christopher
MALCOLM Turnbull recently declared Western Sydney as the centre of Australia’s economic revolution, and it’s not hard to see why.
INNOVATION HUB LAUNCHED
Support for smart tech ideas
By Di Bartok
A HUB of innovation in cutting-edge technology was officially opened at the Parramatta office of KPMG on the same morning that the council launched its Smart City strategy.
FAMILY BUSINESS SURVEY
FBs are optimistic and open to disruption
THE results of the KPMG and Family Business Australia 2015 Family Business Survey have been released.
HOME OF THE $76,000 MATTRESS
How culture shaped Beard dynasty
AH Beard is one of Australia’s leading manufacturers of quality mattresses and bedding. As a 5th generation family-owned Australian business, A.H. Beard has built a reputation as the innovators in sleep products.