Australia’s small business sector is in crisis. Since Anthony Albanese became Prime Minister, a staggering 22,800 businesses have gone insolvent. This isn’t just a number—it represents livelihoods destroyed, jobs lost, and dreams crushed. It’s real people, real families, and real communities suffering from a government that seems more disconnected from the struggles of ordinary Australians than ever before.
Small businesses are the backbone of the Australian economy, responsible for creating jobs, supporting local communities, and driving innovation. Yet, under the current government, these businesses are buckling under the pressure of soaring energy costs, sky-high interest rates, and an endless maze of red tape. These conditions have made it nearly impossible for small enterprises to survive, let alone thrive.
A Government Out of Touch
The root of the problem goes deeper than just policies. Anthony Albanese, like many in government, has never run a business or experienced the day-to-day struggles that come with managing one. He’s never had to meet payroll during tough times or navigate the complex challenges of regulation, taxation, and market pressures. How can we expect someone with no business experience to make informed decisions about policies that impact thousands of businesses across the country?
What we need is not more political rhetoric or finger-pointing but a genuine understanding of the needs of small businesses and solutions that work. Unfortunately, we have a government more focused on playing the blame game than on taking responsibility for the economic realities that so many business owners are facing.
The Cost of Ignorance
It’s unwise—and frankly dangerous—to place individuals with no business or entrepreneurial experience in charge of making economic decisions that affect millions of Australians. Running a country’s economy requires more than just academic understanding; it demands real-world experience and a grasp of the complexities involved in running a business. Without this, how can we trust that the decisions being made will serve the interests of those who are on the front lines, struggling to keep their businesses afloat?
It is no wonder that under the current leadership, we’re witnessing a train wreck in economic management. Instead of fostering an environment where businesses can grow, this government has imposed policies that suffocate small enterprises with unnecessary bureaucracy and financial strain. Energy prices have skyrocketed, making it unaffordable for many businesses to operate. Interest rates have surged, increasing borrowing costs at a time when businesses need support the most. And to top it off, there’s a dizzying amount of red tape that adds unnecessary stress and complexity to daily operations.
Bad Business Plans Lead to Disaster
If this were a business, it would have gone bankrupt long ago. The Albanese government’s approach to economic management can only be described as a series of bad business plans driven by poor judgment and a lack of real-world insight. This is not just about missteps in policy—this is about incompetence at the highest levels.
A good leader understands their strengths and weaknesses. Great leaders surround themselves with experts to fill in the gaps in their knowledge. Unfortunately, our current leadership seems to believe that ideology and political expediency are enough to run a country. They are not. The result is the loss of thousands of small businesses, widespread job losses, and communities that are left to pick up the pieces after the wreckage of bad policy.
A Secure Future for Politicians, but Not for Australians
While small business owners are losing everything, Anthony Albanese and his colleagues remain set for life. With secure salaries, generous pensions, and a lifetime of benefits, the disconnect between the realities of everyday Australians and those in government has never been more stark. Why would they care about the country’s economic challenges when their own futures are so comfortably guaranteed?
This is not just about bad policies; this is about a complete lack of accountability. While small businesses face the very real threat of closure and financial ruin, our political leaders continue to collect their paychecks and enjoy their perks—untouched by the consequences of their decisions.
A Call for Competence
Australia needs leadership that understands the complexities of running a business. We need decision-makers who have lived the challenges of entrepreneurship and who know what it means to struggle, innovate, and survive in tough economic conditions. Clueless and listless, this government has shown that it is neither capable nor willing to provide the kind of support that small businesses desperately need.
It’s time to demand more from our leaders. Small businesses need relief from soaring costs, lower interest rates, and reduced red tape—not more empty promises. We need a government that is focused on creating jobs, not destroying them.
The survival of Australia’s small businesses depends on it. Without immediate action, more businesses will close, more jobs will be lost, and the economic damage will be felt for generations. We cannot afford to let this government continue down this path of destruction.
