What the 2022-23 Federal Budget means for small-business
30 March 2022
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Announced on 29 March 2022, the Federal Budget provides a range of support programs to help small business owners drive economic growth and employment as the country emerges from the pandemic. Here is an overview of the main announcements that are likely to have an impact on small businesses. Tax related measures Skills and Training Boost Provides...
Avoiding disputes
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Practical tips to help you avoid a business dispute. This includes confirming details in writing, developing good communication and relationships and knowing your legal obligations.

Choosing a lawyer
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Practical tips to help you find the right lawyer to assist you with legal matters related to your business.

Choosing suppliers
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Establishing positive and mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers is crucial to the success of your business. This guide provides an overview of how you can find the right suppliers for your business.

About the SBDC
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Information about the SBDC, including our governance framework, Small Business Commissioner, SBDC Board and facts and stats about the sector in Western Australia.

Our work
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An overview of the work we do at the SBDC. This includes a summary of our services, advocating for small business and our Small Business Friendly initiatives.

Marketing and promotion strategies
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An overview of the six key aspects that you need to focus on when marketing your products or services. 

Is it a hobby or a business?
7 June 2023
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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?
17 January 2024
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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...