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12 April 2023 Newsletter [] [View this email in your browser.]( [business.gov.au](   Newsletter 12 April 2023       Workplace equity guide for STEM businesses Workplace Gender Equity: An implementation guide is a free resource to support businesses to make changes towards a more inclusive and equitable workplace. If your business operates in a STEM field, download your copy for simple, practical advice and guidance. [Arrow]( [Find out more]( R&D Tax Incentive: apply by 2 May   Thinking about applying for the R&D Tax Incentive? If your income year ended on 30 June 2022, the deadline to apply is 2 May 2023. Find out more about the application process.   [Arrow]( [Find out more]( Digital advice for small businesses Round 2 of the Digital Solutions program is now open, offering tailored advice on topics like selling online, digital marketing, business software, online security and more. [Arrow]( [Find out more]( Does your business sell to government? The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman is reviewing how 1 July 2022 changes to Commonwealth procurement rules have impacted small businesses. If your business has had contracts with the Australian Government, the Ombudsman wants to hear from you! [Arrow]( [Find out more]( Manage your environmental impact With Earth Day coming up on 22 April, this is a great time to consider your business's environmental impact. We've gathered a range of information about reducing the amount of resources your business uses, to help you save money and the environment. [Arrow]( [Find out more]( Know the rules about accessing your super   You can only access your superannuation in certain circumstances, such as when you retire. The ATO has a simple factsheet on the dangers of illegally accessing super, and what to do if you are approached by a promoter of an illegal scheme. [Arrow]( [Find out more]( Update your newsletter preferences   Have you updated your business.gov.au newsletter preferences yet? You can now tailor your newsletter to get information that's personalised to your business, location and interests. [Arrow]( [Find out more]( Find government assistance, grants and events Use our finder tools to explore government services available to help businesses. [Arrow] [Grants finder]( [Arrow] [Adviser finder]( [Arrow] [Events finder]( [Facebook](  [Twitter](  [LinkedIn](  [YouTube]( [business.gov.au]( - simple access to useful information and services for Australian businesses. Your email address, {EMAIL}, is subscribed to the business.gov.au news email list. [Manage your preferences]( |  [Unsubscribe](