Business and industry
Business lifecycle
Business name search
Before you register a business name, check it's not already registered.
Download a Business Start-up Pack
Choose from a list of small business types or search your specific business activity. Find relevant licences required and download fact sheets.
Grow your business
Working hard to generate positive word of mouth, brand awareness and maintaining an excellent business reputation is essential in opening up opportunities for growth.
Guide to starting a business
Australian Government information about starting a new business, providing guidance on the issues and tips for planning your new business venture.
Help with exporting
Are you thinking of exporting? If your company has a product or service that's competitive in Australia and has the capacity to meet the demands of an export market, it's possible that your business is export-ready.
Register a business name
If you choose a name for your business that is not your own name then you must register the name with NSW Fair Trading.
Running your business
The day-to-day challenge of running a business can be a grind. But is doesn't have to be with good business strategies and planning.
Small Business Toolkit
Find information and interactive tools you need to start, run and grow your business.
Register for free to create a profile, build business planning documents and track your progress.
Starting a business
Information on financing your business, legal requirements and HR and employee management.
Test the viability of your business
Ideas Online will help you better understand the market for your idea, contribute to your knowledge about the likelihood of your idea being commercialised, and guide you where to go to seek further information.
