| Government Links |
| Apprenticeship information. Want to put on an Apprentice or a Trainee, this site will guide you through the process and help you to access the financial incentives that are paid to the employer. |
13 38 73 |
| Apprenticeships, Technical Colleges, and Skills Vouchers Programme. As an apprentice you may be eligible for a skills voucher that will contribute to the cost of undertaking accredited business training. |
13 38 73 |
| Austrade National Export. The Australian Trade Commission helps business in Australia do business Internationally by providing advice and market intelligence. |
13 28 78 |
| Australian Bureau of Statistics. Free statistical information on International trade, Retail trade, and household expenditure. |
1300 135 070 |
| Australian Competition & Consumer Commission.The ACCC promotes competition and fair trade in the market place to benefit consumers, business and the community. Its primary responsibility is to ensure that individuals and businesses comply with the Commonwealth competition, fair trading and consumer protection laws. |
1300 302 502 |
| Australian Taxation Office. Apply for an ABN number; lodge your activity statement on line, handy hints for keeping your financial documents legal and up-to-date. Answers questions regarding GST, FBT and PAYG and much more. |
132 866 |
| Australian Business Woman’s Network. Assisting women in business to raise their profile by offering a range of personal and business development and networking opportunities. |
1300 720 120 |
| Australian Securities & Investments Commission. Enforces and regulates company and financial services laws to protect consumers, investors and creditors. |
(03) 5177 3988 |
| Business Gateway. Provides essential business information regarding Insurance, intellectual property, taxation, Grants and assistance and E-business. |
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| Centrelink. A Commonwealth government Statutory Agency delivers a range of services to the community. |
13 10 21 |
| Department of Commerce NSW. The government agency whose role it is to make business in NSW simple, accessible and fair for employees, consumers and industry. |
(02) 9372 8877 |
| Department of Education Science & Training. Provides information on apprenticeships and traineeships, Science and Innovation. |
(02) 9298 7200 |
| Department of Employment Workplace Relations. Funds programmes like NEIS (New Employment Incentive Scheme). Provides access to information regarding jobs, careers, training, and working conditions. |
(02) 6121 6000 |
| Department of Education and Training. State government department responsible for schools, TAFE, state training initiatives, adult and community education courses. |
(02) 9561 8000 |
| E-Business Guide. Provides information and resources about E-business for small business in Australia. |
(02) 6271 1000 |
| Employment and Workplace Relations Services. Information about assistance schemes for people wanting to start a business; and for businesses employing Indigenous and disadvantaged job seekers. |
(02) 6121 6000 |
| Dept of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs. Provides support to Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander people, families and children, people with disabilities and people in remote and rural areas. |
1300 653 227 |
| NSW Office of Fair Trading. Administers consumer laws and looks after the rights of the consumer, also advising business and traders on fair and ethical practices. |
13 32 20 |
| Office of Industrial Relations. Provides information regarding Award pay rates, conditions of employment, and the rights of employers and employees. |
131 628 |
| Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs. For people who want to work or study in Australia, information about sponsoring skilled people to work in Australia. |
131 881 |
| Department of Industry Tourism & Resources. Great information for small to medium businesses who want to be more innovative and get their idea to the marketplace. |
(02) 9338 6600 |
| Patents, trade marks, designs and Plant Breeder’s Rights. All the information you need regarding your intellectual property rights, patents, designs, trade marks and much more. |
1300 65 1010 |
| Mature Age Employment. Promotes mature age employment and provides information for employers job seekers and mature aged workers. |
Fax (02) 6204 2645 |
| Office of the Employment Advocate. This site is a must when you are making workplace agreements. Information regarding the Fair Pay and Conditions Standard (5 minimum conditions). |
1300 366 632 |
| Office of State Revenue NSW Treasury. Office of State revenue (administers State taxation), and the office of Financial management (advice on Economic & Fiscal Strategies) are together the NSW treasury Office. |
1300 139 814 |
| Department of State and Regional Development. Provides information about starting a business, managing a business, exporting, and technology in business. |
1300 134 359 |
| NSW Seniors Card Programme. With nearly 3 million people over the age of 60 there is a market just waiting for you and your business. Become a senior’s card member and get access to this vast and growing market. |
1300 364 758 |
| WorkCover. This is a Statutory authority promoting workplace health and safety issues. WorkCover also provides a workers compensation system for employers and employees. |
(02) 4321 5000 |
| Women in Business. Provides information about women in business programmes, starting a business, managing a business, exporting, and technology in business. |
1300 134 359 |
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