This week in 30 seconds
- [Practical guide] The NSW Small Business Commission shares a real commercial tenancy dispute resolved through mediation, including a payment plan for overdue rent and an agreed settlement without lengthy litigation, and explains the mediation process.
- The NSW Government is announcing the schedule for ‘NSW Small Business Month’, running throughout October. Applications are open for official partners to host events focused on capability building, networking, and free services.
- A parliamentary select committee on cyber security for small to medium sized businesses and organisations is surveying business owners about cyber security challenges, barriers to protecting their businesses and the support they need.
- [Practical guide] The Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS) has released a snapshot of the Inventory of Industrial Chemicals as of 2026-01-09 in an Excel file (.xlsx) format.
FX at a glance
- AUD/USD 0.7152 → 0.7128 · 1 week -0.33% · 1 month +0.12%
- USD/KRW 1,344.66 → 1,382.98 · 1 week +2.85% · 1 month -0.56%
- AUD/KRW 961.52 → 986.42 · 1 week +2.59% · 1 month -0.4%
- AUD→USD: 0.7152 → 0.7128 (-0.33%). Converting A$10,000.00 would have changed from US$7,151.60 to US$7,128.00, a difference of -US$23.60. This was less favourable for Australian businesses paying or sending USD; the effect is reversed for a business converting fixed USD receipts back to AUD.
- USD→KRW: 1,344.66 → 1,382.98 (+2.85%). Converting US$10,000.00 would have changed from ₩13,446,573 to ₩13,829,800, a difference of +₩383,227. This was more favourable for businesses converting USD to KRW for Korean payments; the effect is reversed for a business converting fixed KRW receipts back to USD.
- AUD→KRW: 961.52 → 986.42 (+2.59%). Converting A$10,000.00 would have changed from ₩9,615,167 to ₩9,864,200, a difference of +₩249,033. This was more favourable for Australian businesses paying Korean suppliers in KRW; the effect is reversed for a business converting fixed KRW receipts back to AUD.
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Mid-market observations. This is not an FX forecast or a recommendation about remittance timing.
Deadlines to check (next 14 days)
- 2026-09-21 (today) · Monthly BAS — same date with or without an agent — Businesses reporting GST monthly (turnover $20 million or more, or by choice) (The 21st of the month after the period (e.g. August BAS due 21 September). ATO: the agent electronic-lodgment concession does not apply to standard monthly activity statements.) source
- Ongoing · Payday Super — super guarantee received within 7 business days of payday — All employers (from 1 July 2026) (The former quarterly SG due dates no longer apply from 1 July 2026; each payday is the trigger.) source
Based on official pages (verified 2026-09-02). Confirm your own lodgment type and any extension with your accountant.
1. Commercial Tenancy Dispute Resolution in NSW
Practical guide · not a new rule · Source published: 2026-06-25
Status: guidance · Relevant to: Small business owners and landlords leasing or renting commercial premises in NSW.
The NSW Small Business Commission shares a real commercial tenancy dispute resolved through mediation, including a payment plan for overdue rent and an agreed settlement without lengthy litigation, and explains the mediation process.
Business impact: Mediation may reduce the time and legal costs of a tenancy dispute. Practical arrangements such as payment plans or handing over a fit-out may help reduce financial uncertainty and operational risks.
General matter to check: Confirm if the NSW Small Business Commission’s mediation process can be utilised for commercial tenancy disputes or rent arrears conflicts.
2. NSW Small Business Month 2026
Business update · Source published: 2026-07-08
Status: announcement · Effective/deadline: 2026-10-01 · Relevant to: Korean small business owners and organisations in NSW seeking training and networking opportunities, or those wishing to host events for small businesses.
The NSW Government is announcing the schedule for ‘NSW Small Business Month’, running throughout October. Applications are open for official partners to host events focused on capability building, networking, and free services.
Business impact: Provides opportunities to enhance business capabilities, connect with local businesses, and access the latest government support information through various free programs and networking events offered in October.
General matter to check: Check interest in participating in the events or partnering, and review the partner guide and newsletter information.
3. SME Cybersecurity Survey in Australia
Business update · Source published: 2026-08-31
Status: proposal · Relevant to: Small business owners in NSW, Australia.
A parliamentary select committee on cyber security for small to medium sized businesses and organisations is surveying business owners about cyber security challenges, barriers to protecting their businesses and the support they need.
Business impact: An opportunity to reflect on experiences with cyber threats like phishing, ransomware, and business email compromise, and to have these requirements for government support considered in policy development.
General matter to check: Check eligibility to participate in the parliamentary survey and review the Commissioner’s guide on preventing phishing and false invoicing.
4. AICIS Chemical Inventory Snapshot 2026
Practical guide · not a new rule · Source published: 2026-01-22
Status: guidance · Relevant to: Businesses importing or manufacturing chemicals, cosmetics, or industrial raw materials in Australia.
The Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS) has released a snapshot of the Inventory of Industrial Chemicals as of 2026-01-09 in an Excel file (.xlsx) format.
Business impact: Helps reduce regulatory compliance risks and checking time for imports and manufacturing by allowing bulk comparison of listed chemicals and related regulatory obligations via the Excel file.
General matter to check: Verify the current regulatory status and obligations for imported or handled substances through the AICIS inventory search or downloaded list.
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This brief provides general information, not individual tax, employment, legal, customs or foreign-exchange advice. Check the official source and seek appropriate professional advice. Contributors include a former CPA.