Useful Links

Australian Business Register
http://abr.gov.au
Apply for an Australian Business Number (ABN) or update your ABN details online.

Australian Government – Business
business.gov.au
The “Guide to starting a business”, “Growing your business checklist” and “Guide to continuing your business” will guide you through the various stages of your business.

Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
www.asic.gov.au
Enforces company and financial services laws to protect consumers, investors and creditors; regulates and informs the public about Australian Companies.

Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
www.ato.gov.au
Tax information for individuals, companies, and organisations, from the Tax Department of the Australian Federal Government.

Centrelink
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/centrelink?
Information on the social security payments and services which Centrelink delivers to the Australian public.

Director Identification Number
Click here for instructions on how to apply for a Director ID
You need a director identification number (director ID) if you’re a director of a company (including corporate trustees of trusts and self-managed super funds).

Family Assistance: Services Australia – Raising Kids
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/raising-kids
Services Australia has been setup by the Australian Government to give Australians better access to government services. Explore their section on Raising Kids to discover a wealth of information about support services and various payments you may be entitled to.

Intuit Quickbooks
www.intuit.com.au/qbohome/
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Medicare
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/medicare
Administers the national health program on behalf of the Commonwealth Government.

MoneySmart
www.moneysmart.gov.au
Calculators and tips to help you make better financial decisions from ASIC and the Australian Government. Simple guidance you can trust.

MYOB Accounting Software
www.myob.com.au
Flexible accounting software with a little extra. Download Online!

NSW Fair Trading
www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au
Providing information and assistance for consumer issues, motor vehicles, home building and renovation, credit, property and tenancy issues, plus co-operatives…

Revenue NSW
https://www.revenue.nsw.gov.au/
Information about NSW state taxes and duties, e.g.: payroll tax, land tax, stamp duty; also administers schemes for first home buyers.

SCAMwatch
www.scamwatch.gov.au
The SCAMwatch website provides information on a wide range of scams, including examples of scams and tips on protecting your business against online scams.

Australian Cyber Security Centre (part of the Australian Signals Directorate)
https://www.cyber.gov.au/
The Australian Cyber Security Centre provides a range of information on securing your computer and conducting smart transactions online.

Xero
www.xero.com/au/
Xero is a New Zealand-based software company that develops cloud-based accounting software for small and medium-sized businesses. Start your FREE Xero Trial Today.