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18 Years In Business and Still Growing: Meet Impact Comics

Mal and Kameron met while working together at the comic counter in the back of a record store in Canberra. Now Impact Comics is now one of Australia’s largest comic suppliers.

How Jason Created a Sneaker Empire At Just 20

Jason spent his days after school lining up for limited edition sneakers, though usually leaving empty handed it sparked an obsession that led to endless hours of research and eventually a business.

Helpful Last-Minute Tips for the Holiday Season

Well, would you look at the time – Christmas is fast approaching! We’re here to help with some simple Christmas business tips you can concentrate on to achieve a great festive result.

How Much Does it Cost to Open a Cafe in Australia?

Thinking about turning your love for coffee into a full-time business venture? Here are some considerations and tips to help you get there!

Luck is What Happens When Hard Work Meets Opportunity: Meet Jad From Wholefood Merchants

Jad studied a bachelor of Fashion Merchandise Management as well as Graphic Design and Digital Marketing at university whilst working on the side at Wholefood Merchants. We sat down to chat about how he got into marketing full time.

Creative Business Ideas For The Digital Era

The evolution of digital technology is now allowing more people to look into their interests as possible businesses to cater for market needs and gaps. Read below a list of possible small business ventures made easier by the current digital infrastructure.

How This Business Trio Started Melbourne’s Go-To Vegan Restaurant

We caught up with founders Alexandra, Matthew and Jonathan to find out how they have expanded their business to two venues in two short years (plus a pandemic), and what the secret sauce is to Sable’s epic success.

Meet Australia's Largest Health Food Store: Wholefood Merchants

Learn how Wholefood Merchants have grown humbly from a small store in a local shopping centre, to stocking over 35,000 products.

How to Plan for Change in Your Business

A successful business is an ever-changing business, be this on an internal level, external, technological, or other. Find here how to always be one step ahead by adapting your business, and how to plan for it.

Why Your Restaurant Needs a Delivery Service

40% of diners are continuing to use online ordering & delivery post peak-pandemic period. If your restaurant doesn’t offer delivery you may be missing out on additional business, let us explain why.

How Much to Charge as a Freelancer

Working freelance is more popular than it’s ever been, but the question of how much you should be charging could have a huge impact on whether you succeed or fail. Read our guide to find out how to calculate the best rate.

Why Retail in Restaurants is Here to Stay

Data from our Future of Restaurants Report indicate that incorporating retail into restaurant operations is a trend that’s here to stay. We look at what this means for restaurateurs.

The Best Small Business Ideas for 2022

Looking to start the business in 2022? Deep dive into the best small business ideas for 2022 along with a business checklist. Find out more with Square.

How Aussie Businesses Are Preparing For Christmas

We recently surveyed 500 Aussie retail businesses and asked how they prepare for the silly season — 93% said they will have additional plans in place this Christmas. Here’s the 411.

What Is Mobile Commerce (and Why It’s a Strategy You Should Care About)?

What better place is there to meet your customers than on their mobile devices?

2023 Federal Budget Explained For Businesses

Octobers Federal Budget has been released against a tough backdrop of economic uncertainty, staff shortages and cost of living pressures. Learn about what measures were announced and how they can benefit your business.

How to Use Instagram Shoppable Posts to Sell on Social Media

With Instagram shoppable posts, you can sell products directly from shoppers’ feeds. Users can browse, buy, and check out without leaving the app. Here’s how to get started.

5 Email Marketing Tips For Christmas

It is the most wonderful and sometimes the most stressful time of the tear. With all that’s going on, who has time to remember to send out emails? Check out our top five tips and tactics for Christmas email marketing.

How Gift Cards Can Help Increase Sales This Christmas Season

The gift card industry in Australia is expected to grow by 12.2% on annual basis in 2021. If you aren’t selling gift cards, you may be missing out on key end-of-year revenue. Learn about how to gift cards can help your sales this silly season.

Square Wins the Canstar Award for Most Satisfied Business Customers for the Second Year

In exciting news, Square has been awarded Canstar’s Most Satisfied Customers – Merchant Services Award for the second time.

New: Square for Retail POS on Square Terminal

Retailers using Square can now add the portable Square Terminal to their payments hardware mix. Learn more in this introductory article.

Preparing Your Business For Your Next Slow Period

Many businesses encounter slow periods. Knowing how to deal with them, and the cash flow gaps that come with them, is crucial. Here’s how you can be prepared.

Telling Stories Through Food: KOI Experiential

Reynold Poernomo might be known as MasterChef’s Dessert King, producing some incredibly iconic dishes. But his skills and talents extend beyond sweet treats. Read more on Townsquare

Talking About Purpose With Boutique Label One Fable

We recently visited Byron Bay to meet Natasha Knight, owner of One Fable, a local boutique fashion label that humbly began with a small store in Bangalow and has now expanded to Byron Bay and more recently internationally to Bali.

Linktree: The Link in Bio Tool That Can Now Help You Get Paid With Square

Great news for businesses using Square and Linktree. You can connect both platforms and start taking Square payments and donations directly from your Linktree link in bio!

Born Out Of Necessity: Shred Culture Tattoo

When Mikey and Natasha moved from Sydney to Byron Bay with their young family they never anticipated a pandemic shut down and cross-border bubbles would lead to them losing their stable jobs. Read about how they started their business on Townsquare.

Afterpay For Retailers: How to Attract New Customers and Increase Sales

How to integrate Afterpay into your retail business

5 Tips To Help Prepare Your Business For Retail Christmas Trade

We asked five successful Square sellers to share their advice on how to best get ready for the holiday season.

A Taste of Italy in Byron Bay: Frankie’s Gelato

I dreamed of owning a business that represented my sentimentality for the Italy of old. Frankies was born out of the desire to bring one-of-a-kind gelato flavours to life in Australia. Read more on Townsquare.

How to Create an Online Store for Free

We continue to see customers embrace online shopping methods. Here’s how to start an online store of your own.

Behind The Counter At Vegan Restaurant No Bones Byron Bay

If you are a current or aspiring restaurant owner, working in the industry or just love hearing about how a large-scale venue ticks, we’ve got you covered. Read on to find out what happens behind the counter at one of Byron Bay’s best restaurants.

Finding a Role That Mirrors Your Values With Lili From No Bones

We recently sat down with Lili, Restaurant Manager at Byron Bays No Bones where we learnt what a day in the life looks like, aligning your career with your values and how a holiday turned into an international career pivot.

A Restaurant That Makes a Difference For The Planet: No Bones Byron Bay

We caught up with the team at fine dining vegan restaurant No Bones Byron Bay to learn about their expedition to save the earth one brussel sprout at time and how they have scaled their business to two and soon to be three venues with Square.

25 Business Apps You Can Integrate with Square

Discover the top 25 business apps you can integrate seamlessly with Square. From accounting to ticketing we’ve got it all covered. Learn more with Square.

How To Leverage The Small Business Tax Incentives and Advisory Services Program For Your Business

Ahead of the annual Jobs and Skills Summit the Federal Government has made a number of announcements benefiting small businesses. Keep reading to find out about how these can benefit your business below.

Rewriting the Stereotypes Behind Korean Cuisine With Jung Sung

Located on the third level of an old rum store in Chippendale Sydney, Jung Sung is a contemporary take on traditional Korean flavours. Read their story on Townsquare