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Why outsourced financial teams are in high demand
Effective financial management is critical for businesses of all sizes. One way to achieve this is through outsourcing your finance team. Outsourcing is rapidly gaining popularity among businesses of all sizes, with financial services being one of the most sought-after outsourced services.
12-week plan to improve your business finances
Improving your business finances can be tricky, but ensuring your business’s long-term growth and success is essential. These are ten of the top tips I recommend to help clients improve their business finances with rapid results. Chase outstanding debts Paid invoices can impact your cash flow – significantly – and hinder your ability to pay your own bills and invest in your business’s growth. As a result, it is crucial to be proactive about chasing up outstanding debts.
Accelerate business growth pre-EOFY
Businesses are always looking for ways to improve their financial performance and accelerate their growth. This is a common theme that comes up as the end of the financial year approaches and strategising for the new year begins. Here are five tips that I would recommend to achieve financial objectives before the end of the fiscal year and successfully set up the next 12 months.
Attracting start-ups with an outsourced business model
Start-up life isn’t for the fainthearted. It’s messy, chaotic and full of sleepless nights. But through the challenges and bumps in the road, it’s also an exciting adventure. It’s a journey I started eight years ago and one I’ve supported countless start-up clients through over those years. If there’s one thing that I’ve learned in that time, it’s that the best founders and start-up leaders pull in the right help at the right time.
Attracting start-ups with an outsourced business model
Start-up life isn’t for the fainthearted. It’s messy, chaotic and full of sleepless nights. But through the challenges and bumps in the road, it’s also an exciting adventure. It’s a journey I started eight years ago and one I’ve supported countless start-up clients through over those years. If there’s one thing that I’ve learned in that time, it’s that the best founders and start-up leaders pull in the right help at the right time.
Five tips to help small businesses survive in this economic climate
Less of a pinch and more of a squeeze, you’re not alone if you’re feeling the impacts of the current economic climate. From inflation to supply chain disruptions, the business owners I speak with daily are looking for new ways to navigate towards a more certain future. It’s not a hopeless situation. There are steps you can take to survive and thrive. Here are five tips to help you gain clarity and shore up your financial position.
FIGHT CONTINUES | NURSES & MIDWIVES UNITE TO SEND MESSAGE TO NSW GOVT | NBN News
Nurses and midwives at three local hospitals sacrificed their lunch break to send a message to the Berejiklian Government. Better pay and mandating staff-to-patient ratios are on top of the union’s wish list ahead of next week’s state budget. text will be replaced
EMERGENCY CREWS CALLED TO SUMMERLAND WAY CRASH SOUTH OF KYOGLE | NBN News
A car and truck driver have escaped serious injury after their vehicles collided on the Summerland Way, south of Kyogle. Emergency services, including three paramedic crews, were called to the crash site shortly after 10:30am. It’s understood the truck rolled following impact. Fortunately, nobody required transport to hospital. (NO VIDEO)
LISMORE KART CLUB GEARING-UP FOR ROUND FOUR MEET | NBN News
Lismore Kart Club is gearing-up for its round four meet this weekend. After a bumpy ride last year under tight restrictions, things are back on track for the club – which has experienced a surge of members. text will be replaced
LOCAL MP WEIGHS IN ON NORTH LISMORE PLATEAU DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION | NBN News
It’s not a silver bullet to fix the region’s housing crisis but a step in the right direction that’s how Federal Member for Page, Kevin Hogan, has described the North Lismore Plateau development. Mr Hogan is calling for the community to get behind an application for nearly 750 residential lots to be built over the north and western parts of the plateau. “If we need to solve any housing issue – social or otherwise – we need to build more and the North Lismore Plateau is all about that.
GOLD COAST TITANS PLAYERS VISIT BALLINA PUBLIC SCHOOL | NBN News
Ahead of the Gold Coast Titans’ Inspire Round this weekend, players Brian Kelly and Jamal Fogarty visited Ballina Public School this afternoon. The players led traditional painting and cultural activities with eager students. It was a homecoming for Kelly who attended the school in his early years. “As soon as I got here just a flashback of memories – the school looks a bit more smaller than what I remember it to be. I definitely see myself in some of these kids faces,” Kelly said.
COVID VACCINE CLINIC OPENS AT TWEED MALL TODAY | NBN News
A second shopping centre-based COVID-19 vaccination clinic has opened its doors on the Far North Coast. The facility, located next to Aldi supermarket, will open weekdays from 7:30am to 4pm. Bookings are essential and can be made through the online eligibility checker at www.health.gov.au. It comes as the region surpassed 100,000 doses today. The local primary health network expects to complete all aged care vaccinations by the end of this month. (NO AUDIO) text will be replaced
WILDLIFE HOSPITAL WELCOMES GOVT'S PLAN TO PHASE OUT SINGLE-USE PLASTICS | NBN News
Byron Bay’s Wildlife Hospital has welcomed plans by the State Government to phase out single-use plastics over 12 months once legislation is passed. Foundation vet, Dr Bree Talbot, says since opening its doors eight months ago, the mobile hospital has treated almost 800 animals.
RAIL TRAIL DEBATE FIRES UP AHEAD OF TWEED COUNCIL MEETING | NBN News
There’s just 48 hours to go before Tweed councillors meet to decide the next step in the shire’s contentious rail trail project. It has all the hallmarks of a robust debate with four local groups recently banding together to oppose tracks being ripped up. text will be replaced
RED FLAG FOR MURWILLUMBAH COMMUNITY AFTER ARMIDALE TEACHERS WALK OUT | NBN News
Teachers walked off the job at Armidale High this week in protest of the amalgamation of two former secondary schools. It’s a red flag for the Murwillumbah community – where the state government is charging ahead with its plan to merge four schools into a mega campus. text will be replaced
MAN REFUSED BAIL OVER ALLEGED STABBING RAMPAGE IN GOONELLABAH | NBN News
A man is spending his second night behind bars, following an alleged stabbing rampage at a Goonellabah home. Police say the 30-year-old knifed three males in the back at around 2:30pm yesterday. The victims were taken by ambulance to the Base Hospital in a stable condition. The accused has been charged with eight offences, and was refused bail at Lismore Local Court today. He’ll face a magistrate again next Wednesday. (VIDEO ONLY) text will be replaced
LISMORE'S CATHOLIC COMMUNITY MARKS CENTURY OF ST VINCENT'S HOSPITAL | NBN News
Parishioners gathered in prayer at Lismore this morning, to mark 100 years of St Vincent’s Hospital. An initiative of Bishop John Carroll, it was the first regional Catholic hospital to be founded in the state. Over its years, the hospital has been by the side of thousands of people in times of need. Bishop Gregory Homeming today prayed it will continue helping the sick for another century. (VIDEO ONLY) text will be replaced
RICHMOND RIVER GUN CLUB HOSTING NORTHERN ZONE CARNIVAL | NBN News
The sound of gunfire is echoing throughout South Lismore, as the northern zone trap carnival gets underway. Almost 100 shooters are taking part in the three day competition – with a surge of women giving the sport a go. text will be replaced
MACLEAN BOBCATS CELEBRATE 40 YEARS OF FOOTBALL | NBN News
Maclean Football Club celebrates a significant anniversary this evening, as it hosts Byron Bay at Wherrett Park. The Bobcats are in need of a win – the side is currently sitting at the bottom of the men’s premier league ladder. Football Far North Coast General Manager, Steve Mackney, says the club has promise though – previously claiming competitions in both the Far North Coast and North Coast fixtures.
MAMMOTH MARINE RESCUE OPERATION OFFSHORE FROM YAMBA | NBN News
There’s been a dramatic rescue offshore from Yamba, with a woman falling overboard from a dismasted catamaran. Thankfully, she was picked up safely overnight by Marine Rescue crew and was not injured. In the seven-hour round trip, volunteers successfully located the vessel and towed it into the Clarence River. (PICTURES ONLY) text will be replaced
DESIGN RELEASED FOR NEW CASINO AMBULANCE STATION | NBN News
Tonight we’ve got your first look at the new Casino ambulance station, which will be built at the town’s health campus. The state’s health minister announced in April the facility will replace the existing, 90-year-old station located on the Bruxner Highway. Brad Hazzard says the new station will be complete next year. It’s not yet known what will happen to the old station site. (VIDEO ONLY) text will be replaced
OPERATION PARIAC IN FULL SWING THIS LONG WEEKEND | NBN News
The men and women in blue will be out in force across the North Coast this long weekend, as part of a high-visibility operation. Officers will be focusing on anti-social behaviour and alcohol-related violence inside and near licensed venues. Richmond Police District Superintendent, Scott Tanner, says Covid restriction compliance and driving under the influence will also be targeted. (NO VIDEO)
THREE MEN STABBED IN THE BACK AT A HOME NEAR LISMORE | NBN News
Three men have been rushed to hospital after being stabbed in the back at a home in Lismore this afternoon. Police arrested a 31-year-old male nearby. Reporter Lachlan Grant has the details. text will be replaced
DONATION REJECTED | ANOTHER BLOW FOR STREAMING GIANT NETFLIX | NBN News
A donation from streaming giant, Netflix, to the Arakwal Aboriginal Corporation has been rejected as it continues to oppose a reality series based in the Byron Shire. The corporation’s board is among a number of local organisations and individuals that’ve publicly slammed the series. In a statement, the board says it was not consulted by producers, and believes the concept does not respect the community, and its cultural practices and values.
IZACK RODDA BEGINS JOURNEY HOME FROM FRANCE | NBN News
Former Wallaby, Izack Rodda, has packed his bags in France and started making his way home to Australia after signing with the Western Force. The 24-year-old will quarantine in Queensland before visiting his family in Evans Head. Rodda will then make his way over to Western Australia to begin training with the Force. The squad is currently sitting third on the Super Rugby ladder. Rodda’s former team, the Queensland Reds, are leading the competition with seven wins and just one loss.
MP DECLARES "I WILL NOT BE SILENCED" OVER CASHLESS WELFARE CARD | NBN News
Federal member for Richmond, Justine Elliot, has declared she will not be silenced, after her office allegedly received a call from a senior government staffer, demanding she remove a Facebook post claiming pensioners will be forced onto the cashless welfare card. The Labor MP says the post will not be taken down – adding under a future Labor government the controversial card would be scrapped.
FRONTLINE HEALTH STAFF STRIKE ACROSS THE NORTHERN RIVERS | NBN News
They’re the heroes at the forefront of the pandemic, but today, frustrated health staff walked off the job. Nurses and midwives are calling for staff-to-patient ratios to be introduced, while paramedics are demanding better pay. text will be replaced
WOMAN CRITICALLY INJURED AFTER FALLING FROM POPULAR OUTLOOK | NBN News
A woman is receiving treatment for serious injuries after falling from an outlook at Duranbah Beach. Emergency crews, including the Queensland Air Rescue chopper, responded shortly before midday. The victim, aged in her 20s, was flown to Brisbane’s Princess Alexandra Hospital. (NO VIDEO)
YOUNG BASEBALL STARS HIT LISMORE'S ALBERT PARK FOR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS | NBN News
Light showers delayed action on day one of the Australian Little League Championship in Lismore. Fortunately, play was able to get underway before midday but Victoria’s covid lockdown has left some teams out of the competition completely. text will be replaced
LARGE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO FIRE AT PEARCES CREEK THIS MORNING | NBN News
Crews have worked for more than an hour to contain a blaze in two sheds on a property at Pearces Creek this morning. In excess of twenty RFS personnel were assisted by three Fire and Rescue crews to extinguish the structures and prevent the fire from spreading to an adjoining house. Fortunately, no one was injured. The cause of the fire is unclear with an investigation now underway. (NO AUDIO) text will be replaced
GLOWING REPORT CARD FOR NORTHERN NSW HEALTH STAFF | NBN News
Frontline staff at multi-purpose health services in Kyogle, Nimbin, Urbenville and Bonalbo have been given a pat on the back from their patients. Survey results released today show 99 per cent of respondents rated the care they received as ‘very good’ or ‘good’ at the sites in the 12 months to June last year. Cleanliness, communication and kindness was also rated high. (NO AUDIO) text will be replaced
PARAMEDICS TO STRIKE OVER PAY IN NEW SOUTH WALES | NBN News
Paramedics will only respond to the most urgent triple zero calls tomorrow in response to being paid the lowest wages in the country. Northern NSW Local Health District Chief Executive, Wayne Jones, says he is concerned about the impact the industrial action will have on inter-hospital transfers. “We have confidence in the government and the ministry continuing their negotiations with the Health Service Union and we’re optimistic some common-sense compromise will be achieved,” Mr Jones, said.
THEA LIDDLE'S BELONGINGS FOUND INSIDE NIMBIN PROPERTY | NBN News
There’s been a development in the case of Thea Liddle, whose skeletal remains were found during a police search of Byron Bay bushland last July. Officers were called to a Nimbin property late yesterday where items belonging to the 42-year-old were located. They include clothes, letters and toiletries. She lived a nomadic lifestyle and was last seen alive at Mooball in October 2019. Inquiries into Miss Liddle’s death continue. (NO AUDIO) text will be replaced
TALKS CONTINUING TO FIND NEW HOME FOR BALLINA SES | NBN News
The new home of Ballina’s SES headquarters remains up in the air tonight. The unit is pushing back against council’s idea to relocate to the naval cadet facility on Endeavour Close. Instead, the unit’s controller hopes council will approve a move to the Clarke Street Reserve, near its current location. Mayor, David Wright, says talks will be held between council and New South Wales SES over the coming weeks – with all options still on the table. (NO AUDIO) text will be replaced
COVID VACCINE SUPPLY DOUBLES ON THE NORTH COAST | NBN News
The covid vaccine rollout on the Far North Coast is gaining pace – with supply now double what it was last month. It comes as the local health district prepares to open inoculation clinics at two more shopping centres. text will be replaced
LISMORE COUNCIL CANDIDATE THROWS IN THE TOWEL | NBN News
Independent Lismore City Council candidate, Sally Flannery, has announced she will not be contesting the September ballot. Miss Flannery says months of bullying and intimidation has taken a toll on her health. There are currently three nominees for the top job with Big Rob, Elly Bird and Darlene Cook each running for mayor. Residents will head to the polls for the local government elections on September 4. (VIDEO ONLY) text will be replaced
MARINE RESCUE CONDUCTS 'SEARCH AND RESCUE' EXERCISE OFF YAMBA | NBN News
There was commotion off the coast of Yamba today, with Marine Rescue conducting a large-scale search and rescue training exercise. The multi-agency activity involved the Westpac Rescue chopper, New South Wales Police, Surf Life Saving and Maritime authorities. Almost 60 Marine Rescue volunteers from the Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast are taking part in the exercise. It continues tomorrow. (VIDEO ONLY) text will be replaced
DRIVER INJURED AFTER CAR CRASHES INTO ELECTRONIC SIGN ON PACIFIC HWY | NBN News
Traffic slowed to a crawl on the Pacific Highway at Banora Point this afternoon, after a ute collided with a message board trailer. Emergency crews closed two south bound lanes and one north bound, to clear the debris shortly after midday. The driver was transported to Tweed Heads District Hospital in a stable condition. All lanes have since reopened. (NO AUDIO) text will be replaced
LISMORE ROWING CLUB HOSTS INAUGURAL REGATTA | NBN News
Several of the region’s best rowers were on Lismore’s Wilsons River today for the inaugural Lismore Rowing Club regatta. To the relief of event organisers, the five kilometre race took place in ideal conditions. text will be replaced
MANHUNT UNDERWAY AFTER WOMAN STABBED AT DUNOON HOME | NBN News
A manhunt is underway, after a woman was stabbed at a home in Dunoon early this morning. Officers were called to the Rayward Road property at around 5 o’clock. The 44-year-old victim suffered a serious wound to her shoulder and was airlifted to the Gold Coast University Hospital in a critical condition. Her attacker remains on the run, but police have not released a description. (VIDEO ONLY) text will be replaced
FAR NORTH COAST SKILLED STAFF SHORTAGE REACHES CRISIS POINT | NBN News
The state’s peak business body is hoping to get a better picture of a staffing crisis on the Far North Coast through a new survey. It’s hoped the results will help in advocating for assistance from government. If you’d like to complete the workforce skills survey, click here. text will be replaced
LISMORE SWANS TO FACE NAMBUCCA VALLEY IN ROUND SEVEN | NBN News
The winless Casino Lions will travel to Coffs Harbour tomorrow to face the undefeated Breakers in round seven of the AFL North Coast competition. Elsewhere, the Nambucca Valley Lions are hoping to upstage the Lismore Swans at home. text will be replaced
GOONELLABAH HOME DAMAGED BY FIRE, INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY | NBN News
A Goonellabah home has been damaged, after fire broke out this morning. Emergency services were called to the Frith Place property shortly before 10 o’clock. It’s believed the blaze started on the verandah. Fortunately, no one was injured. Police aren’t treating it as suspicious and the cause is being investigated. (NO AUDIO) text will be replaced
POLICE UNCOVER $2m WORTH OF CANNABIS HIDDEN INSIDE CAR | NBN News
A man has been refused bail after police allegedly uncovered more than $2m worth of cocaine hidden inside a car on the Far North Coast. Officers intercepted the vehicle on the Pacific Highway near Bangalow – they say searches uncovered six sealed packages containing 6.7kg of the drug, and cash. The 24-year-old driver has been charged with large commercial drug supply, and is due to face Byron Bay Local Court on Monday. (NO AUDIO) text will be replaced
FOOTBALL FAR NORTH COAST CRACKS DOWN ON BAD BEHAVIOUR | NBN News
After a dozen send-offs and five incident reports last weekend, Football Far North Coast is urging players and spectators to better behave themselves at games. “Football Far North Coast wants to set the standard and we’ve been very clear about this for many many years and 2021 is just this reminder yet again,” General Manager, Steve Mackney, said. The plea comes as the organisation today surpassed 7000 player registrations for the year. (AUDIO IN PARTS) text will be replaced
BALLINA'S MOMENTUM COLLECTIVE LAUNCHES FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN FOR DV REFUGE | NBN News
Ballina support service, Momentum Collective, has launched a fundraising campaign to keep the doors open at its refuge for women and children. Organisers say a lack of affordable housing in the region is creating a demand bottleneck. “We are needing more ongoing funding, we need to head lease more property, we need to come up with a solution in the Ballina area around how to safely accommodation women and children if they choose to leave violence,” Service Director, Sarah Dybing, said.
BATTLE ON THE BORDER RETURNS TO THE TWEED VALLEY | NBN News
The Tweed Valley will host cycling enthusiasts and elite athletes from across the country this August, for the annual ‘Battle on the Border’ race. The National Road Series event will feature a road race followed by individual time trials and criterium. But before the four-stage tour starts, a thousand riders are expected to take part in the ‘Cycle for Life’ organ donation fundraiser on August 1. Registrations for both events are now open online. (NO AUDIO) text will be replaced
MISSING PERSON | HAVE YOU SEEN 16-YEAR-OLD AKIRA CHEE? | NBN News
Police are asking for the public’s help to find missing teenager, Akira Chee. The 16-year-old was last seen a week ago in Pottsville wearing a black jumper, black pants and black shoes. Officers hold serious concerns for his welfare, and believe he could be between Kingscliff and Byron Bay. Anyone with information, should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. (NO VIDEO)
GREENS MP LABELS MARDIGRASS DRUG TESTING AS "DODGY" | NBN News
A Greens MP is calling for all roadside drug tests completed during Nimbin’s MardiGrass last month to be declared invalid. It comes after footage emerged of a police officer not wearing gloves, raising cross-contamination concerns. text will be replaced
LISMORE 'FIT 4 SERVICE' PROGRAM FOCUSING ON FEMALE PARTICIPATION | NBN News
A select few Lismore High school students were put through their paces today to see if they have what it takes to serve in the army. The 10-week, PCYC-run initiative, Fit 4 Service, is focusing on female participation this year. text will be replaced
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