Small Business Assistance

The Australian Government's Small Business Support Line and information service is dedicated to assisting small businesses.

Advisors will be able to provide information, assistance and referral on small business issues.

In addition to this service, the Support Line is responsible for the Small Business Credit Complaints Clearing House which provides an avenue for small business to direct their issues about access to and the cost of bank finance.

Phone the small business support team toll free on 1800 777 275 between 8am and 6pm weekdays. Email inquiries are also welcome at

Small Business Guides

• The Guide for Small and Home Based Business [PDF 2.2MB]
• 10 Quick Questions to think about before contacting Council [PDF 13.7KB]
• Toolbox provides easy access to information regarding Council permits, licenses and registrations
• Sunshine Coast Business Reference Guide is full of information that may be useful for commencing, advancing, promoting and managing a business on the Sunshine Coast.
  

The ATO has a range of brochures for people who are thinking about or have recently started a new business:

• Take Control of Your Tax  [PDF 140KB]
• From apprentice to business owner  [PDF 145KB]
• Choosing the right business structure  [PDF 124KB]
• Ceasing your business  [PDF135KB]