May 12, 2021
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg speaks to the media as he arrives to Parliament House in Canberra. Source: AAP Image/Mick Tsikas.
Last night’s federal budget gave us a whole lot to cover, both in terms of small business and startup initiatives. But between the digital economy plan, tax relief for SMEs and measures to boost employment, there were a few things missing.
Here are eight things we were looking out for that just didn’t materialise.
Support for women entrepreneurs
When it comes to encouraging entrepreneurship among women, the Women’s Budget Statement fell short of announcing any new support packages.