Small Business Support

Start your Business - Australian Government

Setting up your own business can be an exciting time. Before you start, save yourself time and money by being aware of what's involved in running a business.

Investing time into proper planning is key to turning your dreams into reality. Operating a small business is not just about working for yourself or working from home, it's also about having the necessary management skills, industry expertise, technical skills, finance and of course a long-term vision to grow and succeed.

There is a broad range of advice and support offered by the Australian Government that you can take advantage of.

  • There are a number of free or low cost advisory services available that provide advice and assistance to businesses across Australia. Search for your nearest government-funded business advisor in your local area using our Advisory Services.
  • Find Mentoring services in your state or territory.
  • Use the Starting a business checklist to guide you through the various stages.
  • Check out the seminars and workshops on how to start a business.
  • Watch videos.

Easy to do Business and Business Concierges - Service NSW

Apply for the government licences and permits you need to open your business faster by using the Easy to do Business Concierge.

Easy to do Business is a free service for business owners that offers:

  • Business concierges - personalised support and step-by-step guides tailored specifically for your business.
  • How-to Guides - online information to help you understand government licensing, approvals and regulations.
  • My Business Navigator - an online tool that guides you through what you need to do.
  • Easy to do Business tackles the time, complexity and duplication issues that you can face when starting or growing a business in NSW. It cuts red tape and allows you to focus on your business rather than bureaucracy.

For further information visit the Service NSW website.

Disaster Ready Business Toolkit

There is much that a business leader can do to prepare his or her organisation for the most likely hazards. The Ready Business program helps business leaders make a preparedness plan to get ready for these hazards Being prepared for a disaster will enable businesses to reduce their losses due to a disaster and reopen faster following a disaster.

The Ready business website and the NSW Industry website also provide tools and how-to guides in preparing for emergencies.

 

Whether you’re just starting out or want to take your business to the next level, there’s a breadth of organisations, workshops and advisors to help you.

Button/Link to: Business Support Singleton NSW | Singleton Hunter Valley

If you would like more information on starting a business in Singleton, or a confidential conversation contact Singleton Council’s Economic Development Officer on E council@singleton.nsw.gov.au

 

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