When you first develop an idea you may decide to test it as a hobby but it’s important for tax purposes to know when an activity becomes a business
Starting your own food business is involves more than just a love of food. There are many key steps to ensure you are set up for success.
The first three local government authorities have commenced SBDC’s Small Business Friendly Approvals Program to improve the operating environment for local small businesses. The SBDC’s Small Business Friendly Approvals Program has commenced, with Small Business Commissioner David Eaton meeting with representatives from the Cities of Melville...
The SBDC’s Small Business Friendly Approvals Program has been awarded for its partnership approach at the recent Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA) WA Awards, taking out the silver category for Best Practice in Collaboration Across Government Agencies. The IPAA WA Achievement Awards recognise individual and organisational...
Want to have more flexibility and reduce your operating costs? Here are three reasons to run your business from home
Food trucks have become a popular feature at many outdoor events. What do you need to know before starting a food truck business?
The Small Business Friendly Approvals program, funded via a Streamline WA commitment to streamline regulatory processes in Western Australia, has seen the SBDC work with selected local governments to identify reforms that will improve the process of starting and operating a small business in each area. The City of Wanneroo, one of the first local...
Many small business owners are unaware that they may be required to obtain various local government approvals for their new premises, to ensure they are operating in compliance with the relevant planning, building and health legislation. Here’s how to avoid costly and disruptive mistakes. It’s an exciting time for your business. You have a strong...
Turning a hobby into a side hustle business can be a labour of love, but one business owner warns others to be careful of the ‘fine print’ of regulations if you are working from home. Empire Copper is owned and operated by husband and wife team Cam and Beth Hayes as a side hustle, while they still work full time in the sheet-metal industry and...
Everybody loves music. Playing some tunes in your workplace can help create a positive working environment for your staff or help set the mood for your customers while shopping, dining or working out. But did you know that if you play music in your business you’re required to have a licence or you may be at risk of breaking copyright laws? Many...
There are indications that a global trend termed ‘The Great Resignation’ will see more workers than usual quit their jobs following the COVID-19 pandemic. What could this mean for you? In 2021, a survey by consulting firm PwC Australia found that 38 per cent of workers wanted to find a new job in the next year, while people management platform...
As more and more Australians are looking online to purchase goods and services, it's important for businesses to have an online store. This workshop explores the process of creating and running a successful online shop.