On 13 November 2024, the Australian Government announced the appointment of Ms Judy O’Connell as the independent reviewer for the Statutory Review of the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman.
Under the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Act 2015 (the Act) there must be a review of the assistance function of the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) every 4 years. There have been 2 prior reviews of the ASBFEO, in 2017 and 2021.
As the ASBFEO approaches 10 years of operation, it is timely to undertake a broader review of its functions and operation.
Ms O’Connell will report findings and recommendations to the government in 2025.
Ms O’Connell has extensive experience with the small business sector, previously as Commissioner at the Victoria Small Business Commission and as an Assistant Commissioner at the Australian Taxation Office.
Stakeholders are invited to provide any feedback or request further information by way of email to ASBFEOReview@treasury.gov.au
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Media release – Review of the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman – 13 November 2024