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Coronavirus information and support for business

Find financial assistance, eligibility and timing for the new government support for Australian businesses. We'll be updating this page as new information is available.

Guides to help your business

Use our guides to help you plan, start and run your business. You'll find resources, tools and where to go for more help.

Popular information

Register for an Australian business number (ABN)

Learn how to apply for an Australian business number (ABN) for tax and other business activities.

Guide to starting a business

This guide will take you through each step of starting a business and help you understand what's ahead.

Business structures

Learn about different business structures, how to choose one and what you need to do if you change your business structure.

Work health and safety

Find out Work Health and Safety (WHS) legal requirements that apply to your business.

Register your business name

Find out how to register your business name.

How to develop your business plan

A business plan sets you up for success when you start, and helps you adapt as your business grows.

Find government assistance, grants and events

Grants & Programs finder

Find grants, funding and support programs to help your business grow and succeed!

Expertise & Advice finder

You don’t have to do it alone! Use our search to find a business adviser or expert.

Events & Training finder

Use our search to find business events and training to improve your skills and grow your network.

News

$3.2m in grants for 8 Aussie innovators - just what the doctor ordered

Entrepreneurs’ Programme awards over $3.2 million in grant funding to 8 Aussie Innovators.

$2.4m in grants for 4 Aussie innovators changing the game – it’s a no brainer

Entrepreneurs’ Programme awards over $2.4 million in grant funding to Aussie innovators.

Easily create an employment contract that protects your business

Short on time but big on doing things right? Save time with the new Employment Contract Tool.

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