Resources and tools

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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:

COVIDSafe plans
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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