Small businesses plead for government intervention

Australian small businesses are facing a critical survival crisis, with hundreds forced to close in New South Wales alone over the past 60 days. Industry leaders are demanding immediate federal and state government intervention and clear direction to help businesses navigate post-pandemic challenges, including high interest rates, rising fuel costs, and complex fair work arrangements. The Small Business Association Australia warns that 2.7 million small businesses across every postcode and industry need urgent support to plan for their future and survive current economic pressures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.