On 1 July 2024, Business Local became SBDC Regional. While the name has changed, we’re still here providing you with free business advice and support in your area. Find your SBDC Regional provider . When opening and evolving their landscaping supply business in Albany, owners Jane and Ian sought guidance from advisers at the Albany Business Centre...
If your business sells any kind of unpackaged, ready-to-eat foods, it’s important to keep your customers safe from food-borne illnesses. Here’s what you need to know about the new food safety management standard introduced in Australia – and what action you need to take. It’s not pleasant to imagine the consequences for your customers, business and...
Are you finding it hard to work out how much you should be charging for your services? One of the most common questions we’re asked by new business owners is how much should they be charging per hour for their services. There are a number of factors to consider when setting an hourly rate. Here are our top tips if you are running a service-based...
Family owned and working across Western Australia, Dane Cocliff’s business I2R Modular focuses on bringing ideas to life. While construction and mining sites are a common occurrence across the state, not many people are aware of the skill and ingenuity required to bring these sites together, including creating the built infrastructure quickly and...
New laws designed to create greater flexibility for companies to either restructure their operations to survive, or liquidate their company in a more orderly and less costly way, have now become law.
It’s mid-December in Perth, which often means more customers, longer hours and an increased workload. While this time of year can bring a welcome boost in sales and energy, it can also leave your staff and you feeling physically and mentally drained – or in other words, suffering from festive fatigue. To ensure your business can make it through the...
The cost of renting your premises can be one of the biggest overheads in your business, and can put the pressure on you when a rental increase is looming. Learn about market rent reviews and what you can do if you’re a tenant facing rising rental costs. The costs of being in business are rising because of inflation, interest rate rises and other...
While some businesses have their peak season over the Christmas and New Year period, other businesses experience a lull or schedule a shutdown. If December and January are usually quiet for your business, you can plan ahead to make the most of your downtime. At the end of a busy year, it’s important to take some time to relax and recharge when...
Ensuring every aspect of their operation is as energy efficient as possible is the commitment of an award winning South West linen and laundry business. Baythe Linen and Laundry in Vasse, on the outskirts of the City of Busselton, is setting benchmarks for sustainability and environmental responsibility by continually seeking out and investing in...
Discover how you can use low-cost digital applications to improve business productivity and efficiency.
If your business sells gift vouchers, there are some key differences in your Goods and Services Tax (GST) payment and reporting requirements.
This interactive workshop takes the mystery out of your business financials, giving you the confidence to ask the right questions and make better informed financial decisions.
