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Gungahlin kiosk owner targeted twice by burglars in ten days

Michael's Keys and Gifts was burgled twice in August. The shop lost nearly $20,000 in stock and damage. The 62-year-old owner is now fearful for his safety.

Why it mattersIt shows how repeated crime can force established small-business owners to reconsider. They must decide whether they can keep operating safely.

AustraliaCanberra's retail traders face growing pressure from break-ins that damage stock and stock confidence in neighbourhood shopping centres.

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Trust tax escape hatch removes flexibility small businesses need, lobby warns

The government lets nearly 250,000 small businesses avoid a trust tax with an at least 30 per cent floor. The catch: they must lock in beneficiary splits permanently.

Why it mattersSmall business owners would face higher taxes and lose planning flexibility. That flexibility helped them manage cash. It also helped them adapt to family changes.