Resources

RESOURCES

Find out where to go for additional information and access a range of useful resources available in Victoria

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Small Business Victoria

Get information, tips and help with how to develop a business and conduct a myriad of business activities such as setting up a business and what licenses or permits are applicable to your business.

LaunchVic

LaunchVic creates a globally connected startup ecosystem by providing startups with world-class education and support from target startup sector specialists and development and leadership programs.

ASIC

Conduct searches on what company or business name has already been registered in Australia while also finding out about the history of such associations. Information about setting up and maintaining a business, rights consumers have, and professional registration are also available.

ATO

This government agency administers the Australian federal taxation system, superannuation legislation and other related matters.

IP Australia

Intellectual property rights and legislations concerning trademarks, patents, plant breeder’s rights, registered designs are administered by this agency.

Austrade

This entity promotes international trade and commercialization partners and provides businesses with assistance in familiarising themselves with the global market.

NIBA

The association is the top body of the insurance broking profession in Australia. It provides services such as helping businesses find an insurance broker, giving its members access to opportunities and more.

WorkSafe

Plays an important role in the lives of workers and their employees by regulating Victoria’s workplace health and safety requirements and the compensation scheme.

MyVictoria

Access open data insights for your business from here. Contains information such as specific industry and demographic data, information about customers and competitors and potential opportunities.

VSBC

The Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) Aids the development of small business by providing advocacy, market monitoring, engagement and dispute resolution services.

Department of Justice & Regulation, Victoria

INNOVIC

Get assistance from startup specialists in turning your new concepts and inventions into viable businesses and products. From helping you conduct market research to assisting you in linking up with strategic partners INNOVIC does it all.

ACCC

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.

auDA

This industry self-regulatory body manages .au websites. Learn more about what type of domains your business will be eligible to register for and maintain.

ABLIS

Get to know sort of licenses, council approval, compliance requirements and regulations you have to meet to open, develop or close a business.

VBA

The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) facilitates a competitive and efficient building and plumbing industry across Victoria by regulating building and plumbing practitioners.

DELWP

The Department of Environment promotes and strengthens the link between the community, economy, industry and environment. Contains information on how to save on usage of resources and planning mechanisms.

Fair Work

The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman, or more commonly, the Fair Work Ombudsman, is an independent statutory agency of the Government of Australia that serves as the central point of contact for free advice and information on the Australian national workplace relations system.