Our work
Landing page

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.

About the SBDC
Landing page

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

Choosing a lawyer
Content page

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

Choosing suppliers
Content page

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.

Marketing and promotion strategies
Content page

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

Starting a Business
Workshop

If you are thinking about starting a business, but don't know where to begin, this FREE workshop will take you through the essentials.

Building a Business Dashboard
Workshop

Building a successful business is linked to understanding and focusing on key performance areas. This workshop helps identify these critical areas and how to monitor them.

Indigenous business honours culture
27 October 2024
Blog
Doing your homework before you chose to register your business is sound advice for new enterprises according to business owner Sharon Todd, the founder of a funeral company specialising in traditional Aboriginal funeral services. Towards the Dreaming is a 100 per cent Indigenous owned and managed funeral service founded by Sharon in 2021 to fill an...
Is your business viable?
29 September 2022
Blog
Whether your business is surviving, thriving, or just getting off the ground, it is important to know if your business is viable. What does it mean to be a viable business? Viability refers to something working successfully over a sustained period of time. Ensuring your business can survive and overcome obstacles that may arise is an important part...
Small business 2020 expectations
26 February 2020
Blog
Each year we ask small business owners what they expect for the forthcoming year. Here's what they had to say.
Helping regional businesses thrive
5 April 2022
Blog
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 . A free business advisory service is helping small businesses in regional Western Australia to realise their full potential, as the state navigates the...
Crafting your Business Model
Workshop

A clear business model that communicates who you are, how you operate and the benefits you offer, can help you to stand out amongst competitors and build stakeholder loyalty.