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Coronavirus information and support for business

Find financial assistance, eligibility and timing for the new government support for Australian businesses. We'll be updating this page as new information is available.

Guides to help your business

Use our guides to help you plan, start and run your business. You'll find resources, tools and where to go for more help.

Popular information

Register for an Australian business number (ABN)

Learn how to apply for an Australian business number (ABN) for tax and other business activities.

Guide to starting a business

This guide will take you through each step of starting a business and help you understand what's ahead.

Business structures

Learn about different business structures, how to choose one and what you need to do if you change your business structure.

Work health and safety

Find out Work Health and Safety (WHS) legal requirements that apply to your business.

Register your business name

Find out how to register your business name.

How to develop your business plan

A business plan sets you up for success when you start, and helps you adapt as your business grows.

Find government assistance, grants and events

Grants & Programs finder

Find grants, funding and support programs to help your business grow and succeed!

Expertise & Advice finder

You don’t have to do it alone! Use our search to find a business adviser or expert.

Events & Training finder

Use our search to find business events and training to improve your skills and grow your network.

News

Take action with AusIndustry for National Reconciliation Week

With National Reconciliation Week urging all Australians to think of reconciliation as more than a word, AusIndustry is here to support indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs to achieve their business vision.

Free legal assistance for employers and employees

Find out how the Workplace Advice Service can help your business.

Can your business help construct the world’s largest radio telescopes?

Expressions of interest for the first Square Kilometre Array construction contract now open.

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