Advice & support
You can take advantage of a broad range of advice and support offered by the Australian Government. These services include information and advice on starting and growing a business, obtaining funding and training for yourself and your staff.
What to do...
- Call the Small Business Support Line on 1800 77 7275 to access information, assistance and referral services.
- Check our Events Calendar for seminars and workshops on how to start a business.
- Certain industry associations and government agencies may be able to help - search our directory for contact details.
- Receive free tax support and advice from the Tax Office business support service.
- Contact your local council for information on whether there are local government grants available in your area. For contact details, search our directory.
- Contact your nearest Business Enterprise Centre for free advice and support.
- If you're in a rural area, contact your Area Consultative Committee about government priorities and programs.
- Find out if you are eligible for the New Enterprise Incentive Scheme.
- Contact the ACCC Small Business Helpline for assistance with understanding your responsibilities under the Trade Practices Act.
- Access specialist advice, know how and technologies to improve your business performance through Enterprise Connect.
- Consult an experienced business adviser, accountant or solicitor.
- Find out about support available for young Australians in business through Enterprise Network for Young Australians.
- Visit our Personal counselling services page to find out what financial, family, rural, drought and general counselling is available to you.
- Find Programs and services for innovation on the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research website.
- See what advice and support is available in your state or territory.
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