Small Business

Services

• business.gov.au
  Provides online tools to help you comply more easily with government requirements and useful information about running a business.
• National Business Names Registration Service
  Register your business name throughout Australia using one online process for a low fee.
• Enterprise Connect
  Connects your business to specialist expertise, knowledge and tools to increase your competitiveness
• Superannuation Clearing House
  Pay super guarantee contributions for your employees in one transaction.

Guides on legal issues

• Legal help guide for small business
• Working with contracts guide
• Independent contractors
• Look before you lease (retail leasing)

Codes of conduct

• Franchising code of conduct
• Motor vehicle insurance and repair industry code of conduct

Support line

The national Small Business Support Line provides you with information and referral services to improve your business sustainability and better manage your business.

Phone: 1800 77 7275
Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm AEDST
Email: SBSL@innovation.gov.au 

Consultation

• Achieving Best Practice Consultation with Small Business, A Guide for Government
  This guide intends to encourage agencies to think first to deliver improved regulatory outcomes for Australian small businesses. 
• Business Consultation Website
  The Business Consultation website connects businesses, individuals and associations with Australian Government departments and agencies. It provides opportunities for them to work together to develop and improve Australian Government policies and regulations.
• Small Business Commissioner
  The Commissioner will consult with small business and represent their interests to the Australian Government.
• Small Business Advisory Committee
  The Committee provides independent advice to the Government on proposals that impact small business. Members have extensive experience in small business.