23 July 2025
Courtesy of Small Business Financial Counselling Service – Southern Qld
The beginning of the new financial year has seen a number of changes introduced which may impact your small business. It is important that, as a small business owner, you familiarise yourself with these changes and ensure your business remains compliant.
National Minimum Wage Increase
From 1 July 2025 the national minimum wage increases by 3.5%, lifting the minimum wage to $24.95 per hour or $948 per week for a full-time employee.
Energy Bill Relief
Eligible small businesses with an electricity bill may be able to receive up to $150 in energy bill rebates between 1 July and 31 December 2025. Rebates will be automatically applied to your electricity bill in two $75 quarterly instalments.
Right to Disconnect
From 26 August 2025 right to disconnect laws will apply to all small business employers. This legislation gives eligible employees the right to refuse employer or third party contact outside normal working hours unless that refusal is unreasonable.