Getting started

Set up your business

Choose the best structure to help your business succeed.

• Set up as a sole trader
• Set up an incorporated limited partnership
• Set up a trust business structure

Register your business

Stay compliant by applying for business and tax registrations.

• Apply for a business Tax File Number (TFN)
• Apply to operate a business on reserved land
• Apply to register an incorporated association
• Help with leasing business premises
• Register an Australian Business Number (ABN)
• Register a business or association name
• Register a company
• Register a co-operative
• Register a limited partnership
• Register your business for Goods and Services Tax (GST)
• Register a trade mark
• Register a regulated water system

Industry services

Access specific services for your industry.

• Agriculture and farming industry
• Building and construction industry
• Cleaning industry
• Food production industry
• Hospitality industry
• Maritime and shipping industry
• Motor vehicle and road transport industry
• Private health industry
• Retail industry
• Security industry

Support

• Personalised support

  Get in touch with a Business Concierge for help with vouchers and grants, licences and applications, or guidance on government regulations.

• Business advice

  Business Connect advisors can provide you with free, independent, tailored business advice in one-on-one sessions.

• Business Profile

  With a Business Profile, you can keep track of your licences, applications, or support programs.