Resources and tools

It can be difficult and time consuming locating business tools and resources that are reliable, meet legal requirements, and are free!

Both the Australian Government and the Victorian Government business websites include a range of free, reliable resources, tools, information, and advice.

business.gov.au

There are a range of guides, tutorials, and resources on the Australian Government's business website. These relate to:

  • registering and starting your business
  • all aspects of the business (including, finance, marketing, managing people, change, and growth)
  • grants and programs
  • how to find reliable expertise and advice
  • events and training

business.vic.gov.au

There is a library of templates on the Victorian Government's business website. These cover:

  • marketing
  • finance and accounting
  • recruiting and staff management
  • business and actions plans
  • one-page action plan
  • Occupational health and safety and risk

This website also includes calculators for:

  • paying overtime and employing new staff
  • unscheduled leave
  • staff turnover
  • staff productivity
  • long service leave

Australian Taxation Office (ATO)

There is a range of information on the Australian Taxation Office website. This includes:

  • starting your own business
  • what registrations you will need
  • goods and services tax (GST)
  • Pay as You Go (PAYG) reporting
  • single touch payroll
  • start reporting

Other websites

Other websites that contain useful information and tools for businesses include:

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