Small Shops Struggle as Costs Surge | Adelaide News

A beloved 70-year-old corner store in Broken Hill has shut its doors for good, victims of soaring costs—especially after a six percent minimum wage hike and new superannuation rules hit. Electricity bills doubled in a year, crushing already thin margins. This isn’t an isolated case: cafes and shops across the town are struggling, with one cafe closing after just 15 months. Owners are cutting hours, working harder, but the math just doesn’t add up. Economists warn this squeeze is nationwide, fueled by rising wages, fuel, and goods costs. The government offers support, but for many small businesses, survival is slipping through their fingers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ffe471a23140bbd8