The Small Business Commissioner provides assistance to resolve business disputes and advocates on behalf of the sector to all levels of government.
An overview of key digital marketing channels you can use in your business including websites, social media, email marketing, search engine optimisation (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM).
An overview of the different obligations you have when you employ staff. This includes pay and employment conditions, tax, super, leave entitlements and a range of employment laws.
Explains the different types of employment types and the wage and leave entitlements for each. This includes information on full-time, part-time, casual and fixed term employees as well as apprentices and trainees.
Follow these steps to help you decide if you are ready to go into business, how to get started and where to seek help along the way.
Selecting the right location and premises for your business is a critical decision. Find out more about what you need to consider if you're locating your business from home, buying or leasing business premises, or using a mobile van, co-working space, incubator, market stall or pop-up shop.
Background information on our small business workshops including details of each category and how to book.
An overview and comparison of the most common business structures - sole trader, partnership, company and trust.
We represent the needs of Western Australian small business owners to government and industry, ensuring their voice is heard. This page provides an overview of the work we have carried out to support the sector during the last financial year.
Key information on buying a franchise business and the factors you need to consider before signing up.
Find out more about the work we are doing to minimise the impact of construction on small businesses by providing a practical framework for government organisations and industry.