Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Report
Review into small and medium-sized banks
A report from a review into the Australian banking sector focused on the role small and medium sized banks play in providing competition in the sector and the regulatory and market trends affecting them. It identifies several areas where regulation could be streamlined or simplified. The report provides recommendations for the Government and actions for...
Guide
The climate solutions advantage: a playbook for communicating the economic benefits of climate solutions to Australian mid-tier businesses
While many large enterprises already recognise the financial imperative of emissions reduction, many mid-tier businesses are being left behind – often due to a lack of tailored, actionable information. This guide aims to help large organisations and industry associations champion climate action across Australia’s mid-tier business sector. It provides clear, compelling messages to communicate the...
Report
Locked in or left out: assessing the impact of post-employment restraints in Australia
Post-employment restraints – including non-compete clauses, non-solicitation agreements and non-disclosure clauses – aim to protect employers’ proprietary interests, client relationships and intellectual property. However, their broad application raises concerns about job mobility, wage growth and innovation. This report investigates the impacts of post-employment restraints on Australian workers and the motivations and experiences of small and...
Report
Final report: inquiry into the understanding and utilisation of benefits under free trade agreements
This report explores the understanding and utilisation of benefits available to Australian industry and communities from trade, the challenges faced in accessing these benefits and how businesses can be further encouraged. The report notes that a global rise in protectionist sentiment poses a significant challenge for Australia as a trading nation. It makes 13 recommendations.
Submission
CPA Australia’s federal budget submission 2025-26
This submission responds to the 2025 National Small Business Strategy arguing it fails to deliver solutions to Australia's productivity crisis. The submission proposes eight core budget priorities and a suite of recommendations to stimulate the economy by reducing regulatory pressure on Australian business.