Practical guide to business insurance
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Having the right business insurance is an important part of establishing a reputable and sustainable business, and minimising risk. Your type of business and daily activities will determine the insurance cover needed.

Small Business Friendly Approvals Program
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An overview of our Approvals Program that champions regulatory reform by working with local governments to streamline the process of obtaining local business licences and permits.

Jump Start your Business
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A five week program designed to help business owners create a distinctive market position, boost lead generation and optimise cash flow for long term success, all for just $60. 

Choosing an industry or business association
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Practical tips to help you find the right industry and business associations to join as a business owner.

10 tips for leasing business premises
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Securing a good lease is critical to your business success. These 10 tips will help you avoid costly mistakes.

How to manage risks in your business
11 December 2020
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To help you avoid or limit damage from a disaster, we have created a business continuity plan template that's suitable for any type of business.
Investing in your business’s next big step
4 August 2025
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I am very proud to welcome the launch of a new funding program, aimed specifically at assisting small businesses in Western Australia grow. Despite the SBDC’s excellent reputation for delivering funding relief during times of crisis, such as natural disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic, the creation of the Small Business Growth Grants program marks...
Is it a hobby or a business?
22 January 2025
Blog
When you first develop an idea you may decide to test it as a hobby but it’s important for tax purposes to know when an activity becomes a business
Will the 3G shutdown affect your business?
16 October 2024
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As Australia transitions to faster mobile networks, a significant change is underway with the shutdown of 3G services. We look at the challenges that could be posed for businesses and offer some practical steps to ensure a smooth transition. What is 3G? Launched in 2003, 3G (which stands for the third generation of mobile networks) enabled mobile...
NDIS and small business: Your questions answered
14 October 2024
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Our business advisory team receives a number of calls from business owners who provide services or support to participants of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) or are considering becoming NDIS providers. Here are the top questions business owners have been asking about the NDIS - and answers from an NDIS expert. The National...
Borrowing from family to start your business?
5 February 2025
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Should you borrow money from your family? Questions to ask yourself before getting loved ones involved.
Supply contracting: Is it right for your business?
7 September 2022
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Supply contracting is common in a number of industries, particularly in the construction, information and communications technology, manufacturing, government and professional services sectors. We asked Lisa Legena, manager of our Advisory Services team, to share her top tips on the factors to consider before you agree to a supply contract...