The City of Canning has been Small Business Friendly since 2016 and offers local businesses the opportunity to participate in a range of programs to build capability and capacity. These include the Canning Business Mentoring Program, City of Canning Grants Centre and a range of business events. The Canning Business Mentoring Program is in its...
More than two thirds of WA small businesses are now operating in small business friendly local governments.
The Federal Budget, announced on 9 May 2023, provides a range of support programs to help small business owners with cost pressures and contemporary challenges. Here is an overview of the main announcements that are likely to have an impact on small businesses. Tax related measures Instant asset write-off extended and increased The instant asset...
The SBDC welcomes the City of South Perth to the Small Business Friendly Local Governments initiative.
Running a business brings with it a number of risks and rewards. We asked members of our Facebook group, I’m a small business owner in Western Australia, what the best and worst things are about running their business. Here is some of their collective wisdom… It gives you a sense of purpose One of the overwhelming positives of running a small...
Here are three factors to consider when you’re planning a fit out for business premises you will be leasing.
Did you know that working on diversity and inclusion in small business can deliver greater productivity, innovation and workforce wellbeing? Recent research from the International Labour Organization and consulting firms McKinsey and Deloitte has found that companies who demonstrate inclusion through diversity perform better. So, what does...
It’s easier than ever for you to access free business advice and support from our team of local business advisers, with the launch of online advisory appointment bookings on our website. One of the most important services we provide at the SBDC is our free business advisory service. Any current or aspiring small business owner in Western Australia...
The cities of Canning and Gosnells, along with the Town of Victoria Park have cut red tape for food businesses trading at events.
Buying an established business can represent a huge challenge – and a huge opportunity. Dr Vanessa Atienza-Hipolito bought a long-standing health business eight years ago and has discovered there is always more to learn. While many business stories begin as an idea that sparks a start-up, small business success stories can take other forms too. In...
If your business has been affected by a skills or labour shortage, here are some ways you can take action to keep your business thriving. One of the many ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the shortage of skilled or available workers across many industries. Some workers may have changed careers or industries, others may have moved...
How can you effectively set goals in your business? We spoke to Trevor Flint, founder and director of Capstone Associates.