Business advisory service
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Find out more about the SBDC's free advisory service, the areas we can help you with and how to contact us.

Advice helps business pursue opportunities
12 April 2022
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Nearly 10 years into their business, Maggie and Bryan Jacobs realised they were missing out on opportunities to expand their trade. The owners of Geraldton Rubber & Conveyor had focused on working hard and providing great customer service since first opening in the Mid West town. But it wasn’t until happening upon RSM Business Local and seeking...
Business advice a gem for Julianne
19 October 2022
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When jeweller Julianne Karavitis relocated from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie, she saw an opportunity to launch a niche fine jewellery design. With the help of the SBDC’s Business Local team, Julianne has turned her love of jewellery into a vibrant business with a positive impact on her local community. Turning a passion into a thriving business is a...
What advice is worth paying for in your business?
25 January 2022
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Paying for professional advice when you start a business will save you money later on. So what advice is worth paying for? The answer to this question really depends on the kind of business you run. For example, if you’re an accountant running your own business, you know your way around a profit and loss statement and understand the difference...
Free workplace advice for small business
11 June 2019
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A new service from the Fair Work Commission offers free legal advice on employment matters such as unfair dismissal and workplace bullying cases. The Workplace Advice Service is available to small business owners in Western Australia who don’t have in-house legal, workplace relations or human resources staff. As part of the service, eligible...
Specialist advice helps strengthen pilates business
5 October 2022
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There’s no perfect time to start a business – but navigating the challenges of a tropical cyclone and pandemic would be enough to test any new business. Wendy Drew has made the most of the SBDC’s regional support through RSM Business Local, to help her Karratha business not only survive, but thrive, in challenging conditions. After years of...
COVID-19 Government Grants
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An overview of the State and Federal Government grants and support packages available for Western Australian businesses impacted by COVID-19.

Business advisory
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An overview of our business advisory services including general business advice, regional business support, subcontractor support and dispute resolution service.

Wheatbelt business support
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Whether you are based in Northam, Dowerin or Cunderdin, Kellerberrin, Wagin or Narrogin; Merredin, Corrigin, Dalwallinu or Gingin; we’re here to support you with trusted, free business advice throughout the Wheatbelt.

Selling a business
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An overview of whether selling is the right option for you, preparing for sale, setting the right price and making the sale are all steps in selling your business.

Pilbara business support
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From Karratha to Port Hedland, Newman to Onslow, we’re here to support you with trusted, free and confidential business advice.  

Kimberley business support
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When you need help, turn to Kimberley Small Business Support for free business advice. They are part of your network of local business advisers throughout WA, supported by the Small Business Development Corporation