If you starting a business for the first time, knowing where to get started can be confusing and frustrating. Below are some helpful Australian business links to help you get started with ABN’s, registering the business name and the very basics when starting out.

NATIONAL LINKS

Register an ABN – 
Register or search for ABN’s, update your details.
www.abr.gov.au

Register a business name – 
Register your business name in your state.
www.business.gov.au

Register a web Domain – 
Register your .com or .com.au for an online presence.
www.tekhaus.com.au

IP Australia – 
Register and search trademarks and patents.
www.ipaustralia.gov.au

ASIC – Information on starting and running a company.
www.asic.gov.au

STATE LINKS

Business Victoria – 
Comprehensive online resource designed to help you start, run and grow your business.
www.business.vic.gov.au

NSW Small Business – 
Starting and managing a small business in NSW.
www.smallbiz.gov.au

Smart Small Business Queensland – Start your business on the right foot.
www.smartsmallbusiness.qld.gov.au

Business ACT – Resources for business in the Australian Capital Territory
www.business.act.gov.au

South Australia Business Gateway – Small business support in South Australia.
www.southaustralia.biz

Small Business Development Corporation – 
Support and resources for Western Australian small business.
www.sbdc.com.au

Tasmania Small Business Assistance – Assisting small business in Tasmania.
www.development.tas.gov.au/business

Northern Territory BEC – Free help to establish and improve your business in the Northern Territory.
www.becnt.com.au

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