Whether you're starting out, growing, managing employees or navigating regulation, these government resources offer free tools, programs and advice tailored to small businesses across Golden Plains.
Business Victoria
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, Business Victoria offers a wide range of free tools, templates, guides and programs to support every stage of your business journey.
From step-by-step guides on how to start, buy, grow or exit a business, to regularly updated webinars, online courses, and grant opportunities, this is an essential hub for Victorian small business owners
- Start a Business
- Buy a Business
- Grow Your Business
- Exit Your Business
- Courses & Webinars
- Tools & Templates
- Grants & Programs
Agriculture Victoria
For primary producers, Agriculture Victoria offers vital tools, market insights and emergency support. Whether you’re managing a farm business, navigating biosecurity requirements, or adapting to drought and climate conditions, their resources are built for Victorian farmers.
- Farm business support and tools
- Land and soil management
- Climate adaptation and drought resources
- Programs and grants
Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
The ATO provides detailed guides and tools to help small businesses stay compliant and manage tax responsibilities confidently—from setting up ABNs and understanding GST, to Single Touch Payroll and superannuation.
- Small business support hub
- Key tax due dates and checklists
- Employer superannuation obligations
- Cash flow coaching kit
Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC)
ASIC supports small business owners with practical tools around business registration, compliance, and avoiding scams. They manage business names and company registrations in Australia.
- Register or renew a business name
- Business compliance and reporting obligations
- ASIC small business hub
- Avoiding scams and unfair conduct
WorkSafe Victoria
WorkSafe provides resources and advice to help businesses create safer workplaces and understand their obligations around insurance, incident reporting, and injury prevention.
Fair Work Ombudsman
Fair Work offers essential guidance on employee entitlements, awards, workplace rights, and how to set up fair employment contracts.