Did you know 44% of Australians have low English literacy? We have new Easy Read information to ensure all Australian business owners can access business information and make informed decision.

What is Easy Read?

Easy Read is a way to present information so that it is accessible for people with low literacy. Initially developed for people with intellectual disabilities, it is useful for people who may have:

  • poor education
  • English as a second language
  • learning difficulties
  • cognitive impairment
  • an acquired disability.

It is also useful for people who are busy and want to understand information quickly.

The information is easier to understand by:

  • using plain language
  • using short sentences
  • telling people exactly what they need to know
  • using simple and minimal design.

The information is a simple webpage with a column of text and related images. There is also the downloadable PDF version.

Easy Read on business.gov.au

Here are some pages about business that are easier to read:

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