Government Support for Small Business

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You’ve had the great business idea and you’re ready to take the plunge into starting a new small business. But what next?

In the spirit of Startup Month, you’ll find below a range of government resources available to small business.

 

Resources for Small Business Startups in Australia

 

BEFORE YOU START

The site business.gov.au offers you simple and convenient access to all the government information, forms and services you need. It’s a whole-of-government service providing essential information on planning, starting and growing your business.

The Australian Business Licence and Information Service assists SME’s meet their compliance obligations and the Australian Business Account will help businesses manage their online transactions.

Each State and Territory has resources for small business. Services range from business plan templates, compliance advice, training and resources, grants and networking opportunities.

 

  • The Government also funds Business Enterprise Centres in your local area, which provide targeted support to local businesses. Find yours here – www.becaustralia.org.au.
  • Are you starting a business from home? Then you could try homebizconnect.org.au
  • The Grants Finder website will help you discover what assistance your business may be able to access.

 

GETTING STARTED

And once you are ready to start your business, here are the go-to sites for compliance, employment and regulation.

 

MANAGING YOUR BUSINESS

If once you are in business and you need some assistance, like dispute resolution, or if you think your business is being treated unfairly, or even if you believe a government policy is hampering your business, you may like to contact a Small Business Commissioner.

 

What other government resources have you heard about that assist start-up businesses?

About the Author

Victoria Taylor is the Director of Flourish Communication, a Canberra based business providing strategic communications, government relations and policy advice to clients involved in primary industries and natural resource management. Having spent many years as a political adviser and industry lobbyist, Victoria now assists clients navigate government processes to achieve...