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Xero, the New Zealand-based cloud accounting software company, has announced its acquisition of US-Israeli fintech startup Melio for $2.5 billion USD (approximately $4 billion AUD). This strategic move aims to bolster Xero’s presence in the competitive US market by integrating Melio’s payment platform with Xero’s accounting services.

Australia is on the cusp of a significant shift in how mergers and acquisitions are regulated. From 1 January 2026, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) will enforce a mandatory and suspensory merger notification regime, replacing the current voluntary system

In the UK, the private sector has witnessed a slight dip in pay settlements, even as the national minimum wage saw a significant rise.

In an era where data is the new currency, recruitment agencies stand at a critical juncture. The Australian Privacy Commissioner, Carly Kind, has signalled a decisive shift towards proactive enforcement of privacy standards, urging businesses to prioritise data protection or face significant penalties and reputational harm.

In a significant development for Australia’s workforce, the Fair Work Commission has announced a 3.75% increase to the national minimum wage and all modern award minimum wages, effective from July 1, 2025.

TikTok Shop’s Arrival Signals a Tipping Point for Australian Retailers

Goldman Sachs, one of Wall Street’s most storied institutions, is undergoing a quiet but significant leadership reshuffle as it contends with internal upheaval, strategic pivots, and broader pressures in the global financial services sector.

What does it means for Australia’s travel sector? Flight Centre Travel Group (ASX: FLT), one of Australia’s most recognised names…

Vizzy is redefining the traditional CV by turning it from a static document into a dynamic, digital profile that captures not just experience, but also a candidate’s potential, personality, and ambitions. Here’s how Vizzy’s technology is changing the recruitment landscape for both candidates and recruiters:

In recent years, Australian businesses have faced a mounting challenge when it comes to managing debt, particularly with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO)

The software industry is witnessing a seismic shift, as Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella predicts the death of traditional Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) models.

After 15 years since co-founding Infront Sports, Erin Devlin has successfully reacquired 100% of the business from people2people Group.

In October 2024, MEGT Australia and gforce employment + recruitment announced the commencement of discussions to explore a potential merger

The Adecco Group, the world’s second-largest staffing firm, has announced the creation of a new company in collaboration with Salesforce.

SEEK, the Australian jobs platform listed on the ASX, has made headlines with its decision to sell a $95 million stake in Employment Hero, an HR software unicorn

The Australian Government has announced a significant reform in the 2025–26 Federal Budget: the proposed ban on non-compete clauses for employees earning less than the high-income threshold, currently set at $175,000 per year.

Navigating the Road Ahead: Strategies for Recruitment Agencies and Small Businesses in Australia Amidst the 2025 Federal Budget and Upcoming Election