Start a business
Testing an idea, writing a plan, choosing a structure, registering and funding a new business.
Funding a start-up: savings, loans, grants and investors
The ways small businesses in Australia fund their start - savings, customers, family, loans, grants, crowdfunding and investors - and how to prepare before you ask anyone for money.
Government grants and free support for small business
How to find government grants that suit your business, how to write a stronger application, and the free advice, mentoring, mental health and financial support available to Australian small business owners.
How to start a business in Australia: a step-by-step guide
The steps to start a small business in Australia, in the order you'll actually do them - from testing the idea to registering, funding and opening your doors.
How to write a business plan (with a free template)
What to put in a business plan, how long it should be, and a free Word and PDF template made for Australian small businesses.
Registering a business: ABN, business name, GST and company
What to register when you start a business in Australia, in what order, and where - ABN, business name, company, GST, licences, trade marks and your domain name.
Sole trader, partnership, company or trust? Choosing a business structure
A plain-English comparison of the four main business structures in Australia - sole trader, partnership, company and trust - and the questions to take to your accountant.