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Top government grants for startups in Australia
January 7, 2020
These free government grants for small businesses and startups are your first port of call in getting off to a flying start. Cash has always been one of the most valuable assets for startups. Applying for free government grants for small businesses can be a great way of accessing sorely needed funding without having to...Read More
5 unusual self-reflection questions
December 16, 2019
The end of the year is a great time for self-reflection. It’s a time when you can ask questions to help clarify and inform about your clients, profits, processes and more. But here are five unusual questions you’ve possibly never asked before; the answers to which might boost both your joy and sales in 2020....Read More
5 reasons to go fishing while on holidays
December 16, 2019
So, you love fishing when you are on holidays but are finding it hard to convince others just how awesome angling is? Don’t fear – we have five solid reasons why holidaymakers should fish during their break. 1. Connection Put down the iPads and mobile phones and connect the good old-fashioned way – through conversation....Read More
Travelling with Kids: 4 Travel Hacks
December 16, 2019
Meltdowns in the street, vomit in the car and that dreaded statement of, “I’m bored,” continue to curse family holidays the world over. Travelling with kids is always going to be an adventure that’s split between magical moments and holiday hell. However, that’s never going to stop us from going, right? Next time you’re set...Read More
6 Sustainable Christmas Ideas
December 9, 2019
By the time we sit down for a sun-drenched lunch on Christmas Day, lounge rooms across the country are usually piled high with shreds of wrapping paper, screwed up gift tags and shattered plastic toys. Cue sunset and leftover prawns join soggy crackers, wilted salad and half-eaten lollies in the bin - all wrapped up...Read More
Grow your super in the new year
December 9, 2019
Making an extra voluntary contribution now might improve your lifestyle once you retire. A new year’s as good a time as any to make plans. How about a gift to your future self by maximising your retirement contributions? It’s not as far-fetched or self-absorbed as it might seem. If you think of this as investing...Read More
4 Easy Ways to Stick to Healthy Habits
December 3, 2019
You’re trying so hard to eat a clean diet, right? Yet, you simply can’t resist the smell of fried food. Going for a jog every day should be easy, but something else always ranks higher on the priority list. This constant back and forth is often the very thing that stalls the healthy habit-making process,...Read More
How to not grow your lifestyle business
December 3, 2019
Growth isn't always good A lot of small business advice assumes that you intend to grow. You may be advised to hire more staff, open more stores and do more marketing to win customers. But what if you’re happy with your current business size? Perhaps you: launched your business for lifestyle reasons and don’t want...Read More
6 essential tips for safe travel during bushfire season
November 25, 2019
As most of us would be aware, Australia is prone to experiencing bushfires. And as BIG4 has parks dotted all over the country, it’s a given that we have a presence in regions where bushfires can hit. Whether you’re travelling to, from, or within your holiday destination, we want you to have fun and enjoy...Read More
Banking and credit scams
November 25, 2019
How to identify and avoid credit scams Scammers have clever ways to get your banking, credit card or personal details, and to trick you out of your money by offering you a loan. Credit card scams Scammers don't need to steal your credit card to take your money - all they need are your card...Read More