Trusted advice from our experienced small business advisers

Business advisory service

We provide free business advice to help small business owners in Western Australia start well, survive and thrive.

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Business workshops

We offer low-cost workshops to help small business owners build practical skills in areas like finance, marketing and planning. 

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Dispute resolution service

We can help to resolve disputes involving other businesses and Government departments.

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Why small businesses turn to the SBDC

The Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) is a Western Australian Government agency that supports small business owners to start well, survive and thrive. Whether you’re starting out, growing or facing challenges, you can turn to us for free business advice and support.

   Free or low cost services

   Independent and confidential advice

   Experienced small business advisers

   Supporting WA businesses for over 40 years.

 

We understand small business because we work with small business every day.

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Ready to turn to us?

We're available from 8:30am to 4:30pm weekdays. 
If you contact us after hours, you can leave a message or book an appointment online with an adviser at a time that suits you, and we'll get in touch. 

Call us on 133 140

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Testimonials

I've just had a great discussion with one of the business advisers at SBDC. I highly recommend this free service. To have an impartial, experienced business person hear my concerns and then discuss them with me, has given me a much-needed boost when I was starting to feel quite lost and freaked out!

Elizabeth Thomas
This is one of the best government organisations that I have dealt over the last 33 years who delivers a great services to small businesses. They provide very useful and meaningful advice. Very knowledgeable subject experts and willing to help.
Dr Sarath Jayawardana

A WEALTH of knowledge! The best place to go to for business assistance, no matter what stage you're in. I have used spreadsheets, gained a ton of knowledge, taken part in workshops. All of it has been excellent and helped build my confidence in my business journey. Thank you for all your help.

Catherine Heke

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What our clients are saying

90% of small business owners that used our services said they were satisfied with their overall experience. Here's what our clients are saying about the support they received from the SBDC.

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SBDC Blog

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Templates, tools and guides

Our free business templates, tools and guides have been designed to assist you to create essential documents for your business and build your knowledge.

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Business information

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