Mike Sullivan

2 weeks ago | businessacumen.biz | Mike Sullivan |Mike and Judy Sullivan

HOME CONSTRUCTION commencements across Australia are set to increase over the next few years, driven by strong population growth, low unemployment, and falling interest rates. However, long-term structural issues continue to pose risks to housing affordability and national supply targets, according to the latest outlook from the Housing Industry Association.

2 weeks ago | businessacumen.biz | Mike Sullivan |Mike and Judy Sullivan

By Leon Gettler, Talking Business >> US PRESIDENT Donald Trump’s tariffs will affect all economies and all businesses right around the world. According to Arne Geschke, the co-founder and CTO of the Australian tech startup, Fair Supply, it will cost the Australian economy $15 billion. The worst affected sectors will be health, construction services, public administration and defence. What’s caused this? The tariffs will hit the supply chains of these sectors.

2 weeks ago | businessacumen.biz | Mike Sullivan |Mike and Judy Sullivan

THE Australian Technologies Competition (ATC), has received its highest ever number of startup entries this year, at 229 applications, up from 136 in 2024 – an increase of 68 percent. Scalare Partners will be offering $100,000 investment prize to the winner. With investment being a key focus of this year’s competition, successful entrants will have the opportunity to connect with investors, mentors and industry experts to help grow their business.

2 weeks ago | businessacumen.biz | Mike Sullivan |Mike and Judy Sullivan

QUEENSLAND’s Sarah Waller Building company claimed the Housing Industry of Australia’s highest honour – the coveted 2025 HIA-CSR Australian Home of the Year – in front of an audience of industry leaders and home building consumers in Melbourne on May 17. Set across subtle cascading levels on a sprawling acreage, the contemporary, pavilion-style home – named Blackwood – blends bold architectural design and functional living.

3 weeks ago | businessacumen.biz | Mike Sullivan |Mike and Judy Sullivan

ADELAIDE-based entrepreneur and business disruptor Nikki Katzhas made history as the first woman to be inducted into the Real Estate Institute of Australia’s (REIA) Hall of Fame, recognising her as one of the most influential and innovative forces in the business broking industry. The national award recognises and celebrates outstanding individuals and businesses who have consistently achieved excellence in their respective categories within the real estate industry.