This document provides contact information and services for various NSW government agencies to help small businesses. It aims to help small businesses know about available government products and services and access them. The booklet was produced by the Government Business Education Network (GBEN) which brings together over 20 government agencies to assist small and medium businesses in NSW.
The Utah Department of Workforce Services 2009 Annual Report summarizes the department's activities and accomplishments during a challenging year of increased demand and decreased resources. Key points include:
1) The department consolidated its eligibility services into a new statewide Eligibility Services Division to streamline processes and eliminate nearly 100 positions through attrition, while serving over 30,000 more individuals seeking food assistance.
2) Regional workforce councils focused on assisting youth and partnering with employers, education, and economic development groups to support training and skill development.
3) New technologies allow customers to apply for assistance and complete applications online from any location.
4) Programs helped place over 400 youth in paid internships and training funded through stimulus
ANALYZING FISCAL SPACE FOR HEALTH IN NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIAHFG Project
This document analyzes potential fiscal space for health in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. It identifies several options for increasing funding available for the health sector, including leveraging conducive macroeconomic conditions, increasing the priority of health in sectoral budget allocations, earmarking portions of taxes and fees for health, obtaining external grants, and improving efficiency. Collectively, these options could provide tens of millions of additional naira annually that could be directed towards expanding health coverage and services. The document recommends that Nasarawa State prioritize these funding avenues and implement reforms to fully capitalize on the fiscal space available.
This 44-page document contains a large assortment of opinion and articles regarding recommendations for further reforms in Pakistan's Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) from three months ending September 2013. ---
Reforms recommended include abolishing the Frontier Crimes Regulation (FCR), many calls for extending a local government system to FATA, amending Article 247 of the Constitution of Pakistan and others.
The document is a proxy statement from Quest Diagnostics Incorporated informing shareholders about the upcoming annual meeting on May 4, 2006. It invites shareholders to attend the meeting to vote on electing directors, ratifying an accounting firm, and approving amendments to increase authorized shares and an employee stock purchase plan. It provides details on the meeting location, voting procedures, corporate governance practices, and executive compensation.
This document provides an overview of social impact investing in Australia. It discusses the role of the Australian Government, investors, and service providers in social impact investing. The key points are:
1. Social impact investing aims to generate both social/environmental outcomes and financial returns. It can help address social problems by leveraging private capital.
2. The main forms of social impact investing discussed are social enterprises, social impact bonds, and social impact investment funds.
3. Potential benefits include stimulating innovation, sharing financial risk, and achieving social and environmental goals. Challenges include measuring diverse outcomes and a lack of track record.
4. The discussion paper seeks views on the role of the Australian Government in
El documento explica cómo convertir entre unidades de almacenamiento digitales como bytes, kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes, terabytes y petabytes. Indica que para pasar de una unidad mayor a una menor, como megabytes a bytes, se debe multiplicar por 1024 en cada paso, mientras que para pasar de una unidad menor a una mayor, como bytes a gigabytes, se debe dividir por 1024 en cada paso. Proporciona ejemplos numéricos de cómo realizar estas conversiones.
Para convertir entre unidades de almacenamiento como bytes, kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes, terabytes y petabytes, se debe multiplicar o dividir por potencias de 1024. Multiplicar por 1024 pasa a una unidad menor, mientras que dividir por 1024 pasa a una unidad mayor. El documento proporciona ejemplos numéricos para ilustrar cómo convertir 700 megabytes a bytes y calcular cuántas canciones de 8.3 megabytes caben en un dispositivo de 2 gigabytes.
The Utah Department of Workforce Services 2009 Annual Report summarizes the department's activities and accomplishments during a challenging year of increased demand and decreased resources. Key points include:
1) The department consolidated its eligibility services into a new statewide Eligibility Services Division to streamline processes and eliminate nearly 100 positions through attrition, while serving over 30,000 more individuals seeking food assistance.
2) Regional workforce councils focused on assisting youth and partnering with employers, education, and economic development groups to support training and skill development.
3) New technologies allow customers to apply for assistance and complete applications online from any location.
4) Programs helped place over 400 youth in paid internships and training funded through stimulus
ANALYZING FISCAL SPACE FOR HEALTH IN NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIAHFG Project
This document analyzes potential fiscal space for health in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. It identifies several options for increasing funding available for the health sector, including leveraging conducive macroeconomic conditions, increasing the priority of health in sectoral budget allocations, earmarking portions of taxes and fees for health, obtaining external grants, and improving efficiency. Collectively, these options could provide tens of millions of additional naira annually that could be directed towards expanding health coverage and services. The document recommends that Nasarawa State prioritize these funding avenues and implement reforms to fully capitalize on the fiscal space available.
This 44-page document contains a large assortment of opinion and articles regarding recommendations for further reforms in Pakistan's Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) from three months ending September 2013. ---
Reforms recommended include abolishing the Frontier Crimes Regulation (FCR), many calls for extending a local government system to FATA, amending Article 247 of the Constitution of Pakistan and others.
The document is a proxy statement from Quest Diagnostics Incorporated informing shareholders about the upcoming annual meeting on May 4, 2006. It invites shareholders to attend the meeting to vote on electing directors, ratifying an accounting firm, and approving amendments to increase authorized shares and an employee stock purchase plan. It provides details on the meeting location, voting procedures, corporate governance practices, and executive compensation.
This document provides an overview of social impact investing in Australia. It discusses the role of the Australian Government, investors, and service providers in social impact investing. The key points are:
1. Social impact investing aims to generate both social/environmental outcomes and financial returns. It can help address social problems by leveraging private capital.
2. The main forms of social impact investing discussed are social enterprises, social impact bonds, and social impact investment funds.
3. Potential benefits include stimulating innovation, sharing financial risk, and achieving social and environmental goals. Challenges include measuring diverse outcomes and a lack of track record.
4. The discussion paper seeks views on the role of the Australian Government in
El documento explica cómo convertir entre unidades de almacenamiento digitales como bytes, kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes, terabytes y petabytes. Indica que para pasar de una unidad mayor a una menor, como megabytes a bytes, se debe multiplicar por 1024 en cada paso, mientras que para pasar de una unidad menor a una mayor, como bytes a gigabytes, se debe dividir por 1024 en cada paso. Proporciona ejemplos numéricos de cómo realizar estas conversiones.
Para convertir entre unidades de almacenamiento como bytes, kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes, terabytes y petabytes, se debe multiplicar o dividir por potencias de 1024. Multiplicar por 1024 pasa a una unidad menor, mientras que dividir por 1024 pasa a una unidad mayor. El documento proporciona ejemplos numéricos para ilustrar cómo convertir 700 megabytes a bytes y calcular cuántas canciones de 8.3 megabytes caben en un dispositivo de 2 gigabytes.
How to get your website to deliver more profitInspiring Women
This document discusses how to create an effective website to deliver more clients. It explains that a good website can constantly deliver new clients, filter out unsuitable clients, position a business as an expert, build a brand, offer self-expression, and provide global reach. It emphasizes the importance of understanding what clients want, building trust, explaining benefits, and making clients feel good. The document also outlines common design errors to avoid and skills needed for a successful website, such as strategy, design, programming, content creation, and traffic generation.
This document provides an index of mental health and support services on the Gold Coast. It lists over 120 organizations across various categories of support including accommodation and housing, counselling, disability support, domestic violence support, drug and alcohol support, family support, health services, indigenous support, and more. It also provides emergency contact numbers and general information about accessing community mental health services in the Gold Coast area.
Doing Business with Council August 2014 workshopInspiring Women
Presentation to SME's on Procurement and accessing information regarding tenders and panel contracts for local government delivered by Warringah Council.
Seniors Program Warringah Council 2014 - 15 March - 16 AprilInspiring Women
The document is a program for Warringah Council's 2014 Seniors Week. It provides over 70 free and low-cost activities and events for seniors from March 15th to April 16th, including exercise classes, technology workshops, art exhibitions, and presentations on topics like healthy aging and downsizing. The Mayor's message encourages seniors to participate, meet new people and enjoy themselves during the many events celebrating their contributions to the community.
Practical Reporting for Effective Analytical Data Intelligence with CA Worklo...CA Technologies
This session will focus on the design, automation and distribution of reports using business intelligence and reporting tools with CA Workload Automation dSeries (DE).
For more information, please visit http://cainc.to/Nv2VOe
Caravaggio was an Italian Baroque painter known for his dramatic realism and controversial life. He moved to Rome in 1592 seeking fame and struggled at first before gaining recognition for his raw, emotional style. Caravaggio's works, like The Calling of St. Matthew, used everyday people as religious figures and chiaroscuro lighting to create an intense theatrical effect. However, after killing a man in a duel in 1606, Caravaggio fled as a fugitive. Though briefly imprisoned, he died of illness in 1610 at just 38 years old, cutting his career short.
This document provides guidance for not-for-profit organizations on managing grants in Australia. It was written by CPA Australia in response to calls from the community and profession for a straightforward guide. The document covers key aspects of grants management for not-for-profits, including applying for grants, accepting grants, financial management of grants, reporting and acquitting grants, and the audit process. It aims to help not-for-profits properly manage grants and meet accountability requirements.
This document provides a summary of the outcomes of the National SMME Policy Colloquium held in October 2014 in Johannesburg. The colloquium brought together over 400 stakeholders to discuss challenges facing small businesses in South Africa and propose solutions. Key issues identified included regulatory burdens, lack of access to finance and markets. The colloquium proposed developing a national SMME master plan aligned with the National Development Plan to coordinate support for small businesses. It emphasized the need for collaboration between government, private sector and other stakeholders to improve the environment for small business growth and job creation. Follow up provincial engagements were proposed to further develop strategies and finalize a national master plan at a second colloquium in 2015.
This thought leadership paper is designed to help businesses to successfully navigate challenging issues.
The report is divided into three key areas:
• Planning for expansion
• Choosing your location
• Conducting business overseas.
http://www.charteredaccountants.com.au
This document discusses various parties that can assist small business operators, including professional accountants, bankers, solicitors, finance companies, government agencies, business associations, universities, accountancy bodies, and networks. It recommends consulting regularly with a professional accountant, banker, and solicitor. It also suggests joining relevant business associations and developing networks to exchange information and ideas.
Facilitating High Growth Enterprises through Seed Stage investing in South Af...Mmathebe Lobega CA(SA)
This research aims to understand High Growth Enterprises in terms of identification and employment growth and to determine if bridging the Seed Stage gap in South Africa will facilitate the growth of High Growth Enterprises.
The research employed a quantitative cross-sectional design with the founders of Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises as the unit of analysis.
The main findings of the research are that High Growth Enterprises (HGEs) in South Africa create a significant amount of jobs than those that are not (non-HGEs). Entrepreneurial Orientation significantly determines whether enterprises will become HGEs or not and significantly drives the employment growth of HGEs. Most HGEs in South Africa have funded themselves and use equity instruments at Seed Stage showing that there is a need to bridge the equity Seed Capital gap in South Africa. Venture Capitalists through their Selection Criteria are able to add more credibility to HGEs resulting in increased access to resources and employment creation. The Selection Criteria of Venture Capitalists alone cannot predict which enterprises will be HGEs Value-adding Activities of Venture Capital firms have not benefited many firms in South Africa due to the niche and nascent nature of the Venture Capital eco-system.
The implications of these findings are that the Entrepreneurial Orientation must be used to identify High Growth Enterprises and the equity Seed Stage gap in South Africa must be bridged.
This document summarizes a report on a proposed New South Wales Government social impact bond pilot program. The report reviews potential policy areas and nonprofit organizations for the pilot, assesses investor appetite, and recommends a structure. It finds potential in programs addressing juvenile justice and parenting skills, and identifies criteria for selecting participants, measuring outcomes, and establishing an independent audit body. The report provides an overview of social impact bonds and lessons from the UK experience to inform next steps for the NSW Government's pilot program.
Adding Value through Sustainable Agriculture Entrepreneurship: Overview and R...ElisaMendelsohn
This document provides resources for farmers and entrepreneurs interested in developing value-added agricultural enterprises. It begins with an introduction on entrepreneurship and working together. It then lists national resources such as federal programs, organizations, books, and websites. A large section provides state-specific resources for the 13 southern states. The resources cover financing, business planning, technical assistance, marketing, and capacity building for new or expanding agricultural businesses.
Adding Value through Sustainable Agriculture Entrepreneurship: Overview and R...ElisaMendelsohn
This document provides an overview and list of resources for farmers interested in developing value-added agricultural enterprises through entrepreneurship and sustainable practices. It begins by discussing the importance of entrepreneurship and cooperation for small farmers adding new ventures. The document then lists national and regional resources for financing, training, books and websites on value-added agriculture. Finally, it provides state-specific resources for farmers in Southern states. The goal is to help farmers access information on business skills, marketing, and funding opportunities for innovative agricultural businesses.
Future State: How ICT & Digital can improve our WA EconomyAIIA Admin
This document discusses how digital technology can improve Western Australia's economy. It proposes initiatives in three key areas: 1) Creating new skills and jobs in WA by developing ICT talent and attracting global talent; 2) Improving the WA public sector through digital transformation and citizen-centric services; 3) Transforming WA into a 21st century economy by supporting startups, accelerating digital capabilities, and promoting commercialization. The Australian Information Industry Association invites the new WA Government to work with industry on a strategic approach to leverage technology and drive economic growth, public sector reform, and job creation in Western Australia.
This document provides a corruption assessment of Senegal. It was produced for USAID by Management Systems International under contract. The assessment finds that lack of transparency and corruption plague Senegal's public sector. Corruption can be seen in both petty interactions with officials and large government contracts. The assessment provides an overview of Senegal's political and economic context, the nature and vulnerabilities of corruption under its transitional regime, its legal and institutional anti-corruption frameworks, strategic implications, and analyses specific sectors and cross-cutting issues vulnerable to corruption. It concludes by recommending an overall governance and transparency strategy for USAID to address these issues through supporting pro-reform forces and targeted interventions.
This document is the annual report of the Conseil de la Coopération de la Saskatchewan (CCS), which provides economic development services and support to Francophone communities in Saskatchewan. The report outlines the CCS's activities over the past year, including providing business services, hosting job fairs, supporting community economic development projects, and facilitating partnerships. It expresses gratitude to funding partners for supporting the CCS's work promoting the economic growth and sustainability of Francophone minority communities in the province.
The document discusses the Australian government's support for the FinTech industry through various initiatives. It outlines the National Innovation and Science Agenda which includes tax incentives for early stage investment, reforms to venture capital rules, plans to introduce entrepreneur visas, and investment in start-up incubators. It also discusses various FinTech priorities the government is focusing on and ways Australian regulators are engaging with the FinTech sector.
How to get your website to deliver more profitInspiring Women
This document discusses how to create an effective website to deliver more clients. It explains that a good website can constantly deliver new clients, filter out unsuitable clients, position a business as an expert, build a brand, offer self-expression, and provide global reach. It emphasizes the importance of understanding what clients want, building trust, explaining benefits, and making clients feel good. The document also outlines common design errors to avoid and skills needed for a successful website, such as strategy, design, programming, content creation, and traffic generation.
This document provides an index of mental health and support services on the Gold Coast. It lists over 120 organizations across various categories of support including accommodation and housing, counselling, disability support, domestic violence support, drug and alcohol support, family support, health services, indigenous support, and more. It also provides emergency contact numbers and general information about accessing community mental health services in the Gold Coast area.
Doing Business with Council August 2014 workshopInspiring Women
Presentation to SME's on Procurement and accessing information regarding tenders and panel contracts for local government delivered by Warringah Council.
Seniors Program Warringah Council 2014 - 15 March - 16 AprilInspiring Women
The document is a program for Warringah Council's 2014 Seniors Week. It provides over 70 free and low-cost activities and events for seniors from March 15th to April 16th, including exercise classes, technology workshops, art exhibitions, and presentations on topics like healthy aging and downsizing. The Mayor's message encourages seniors to participate, meet new people and enjoy themselves during the many events celebrating their contributions to the community.
Practical Reporting for Effective Analytical Data Intelligence with CA Worklo...CA Technologies
This session will focus on the design, automation and distribution of reports using business intelligence and reporting tools with CA Workload Automation dSeries (DE).
For more information, please visit http://cainc.to/Nv2VOe
Caravaggio was an Italian Baroque painter known for his dramatic realism and controversial life. He moved to Rome in 1592 seeking fame and struggled at first before gaining recognition for his raw, emotional style. Caravaggio's works, like The Calling of St. Matthew, used everyday people as religious figures and chiaroscuro lighting to create an intense theatrical effect. However, after killing a man in a duel in 1606, Caravaggio fled as a fugitive. Though briefly imprisoned, he died of illness in 1610 at just 38 years old, cutting his career short.
This document provides guidance for not-for-profit organizations on managing grants in Australia. It was written by CPA Australia in response to calls from the community and profession for a straightforward guide. The document covers key aspects of grants management for not-for-profits, including applying for grants, accepting grants, financial management of grants, reporting and acquitting grants, and the audit process. It aims to help not-for-profits properly manage grants and meet accountability requirements.
This document provides a summary of the outcomes of the National SMME Policy Colloquium held in October 2014 in Johannesburg. The colloquium brought together over 400 stakeholders to discuss challenges facing small businesses in South Africa and propose solutions. Key issues identified included regulatory burdens, lack of access to finance and markets. The colloquium proposed developing a national SMME master plan aligned with the National Development Plan to coordinate support for small businesses. It emphasized the need for collaboration between government, private sector and other stakeholders to improve the environment for small business growth and job creation. Follow up provincial engagements were proposed to further develop strategies and finalize a national master plan at a second colloquium in 2015.
This thought leadership paper is designed to help businesses to successfully navigate challenging issues.
The report is divided into three key areas:
• Planning for expansion
• Choosing your location
• Conducting business overseas.
http://www.charteredaccountants.com.au
This document discusses various parties that can assist small business operators, including professional accountants, bankers, solicitors, finance companies, government agencies, business associations, universities, accountancy bodies, and networks. It recommends consulting regularly with a professional accountant, banker, and solicitor. It also suggests joining relevant business associations and developing networks to exchange information and ideas.
Facilitating High Growth Enterprises through Seed Stage investing in South Af...Mmathebe Lobega CA(SA)
This research aims to understand High Growth Enterprises in terms of identification and employment growth and to determine if bridging the Seed Stage gap in South Africa will facilitate the growth of High Growth Enterprises.
The research employed a quantitative cross-sectional design with the founders of Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises as the unit of analysis.
The main findings of the research are that High Growth Enterprises (HGEs) in South Africa create a significant amount of jobs than those that are not (non-HGEs). Entrepreneurial Orientation significantly determines whether enterprises will become HGEs or not and significantly drives the employment growth of HGEs. Most HGEs in South Africa have funded themselves and use equity instruments at Seed Stage showing that there is a need to bridge the equity Seed Capital gap in South Africa. Venture Capitalists through their Selection Criteria are able to add more credibility to HGEs resulting in increased access to resources and employment creation. The Selection Criteria of Venture Capitalists alone cannot predict which enterprises will be HGEs Value-adding Activities of Venture Capital firms have not benefited many firms in South Africa due to the niche and nascent nature of the Venture Capital eco-system.
The implications of these findings are that the Entrepreneurial Orientation must be used to identify High Growth Enterprises and the equity Seed Stage gap in South Africa must be bridged.
This document summarizes a report on a proposed New South Wales Government social impact bond pilot program. The report reviews potential policy areas and nonprofit organizations for the pilot, assesses investor appetite, and recommends a structure. It finds potential in programs addressing juvenile justice and parenting skills, and identifies criteria for selecting participants, measuring outcomes, and establishing an independent audit body. The report provides an overview of social impact bonds and lessons from the UK experience to inform next steps for the NSW Government's pilot program.
Adding Value through Sustainable Agriculture Entrepreneurship: Overview and R...ElisaMendelsohn
This document provides resources for farmers and entrepreneurs interested in developing value-added agricultural enterprises. It begins with an introduction on entrepreneurship and working together. It then lists national resources such as federal programs, organizations, books, and websites. A large section provides state-specific resources for the 13 southern states. The resources cover financing, business planning, technical assistance, marketing, and capacity building for new or expanding agricultural businesses.
Adding Value through Sustainable Agriculture Entrepreneurship: Overview and R...ElisaMendelsohn
This document provides an overview and list of resources for farmers interested in developing value-added agricultural enterprises through entrepreneurship and sustainable practices. It begins by discussing the importance of entrepreneurship and cooperation for small farmers adding new ventures. The document then lists national and regional resources for financing, training, books and websites on value-added agriculture. Finally, it provides state-specific resources for farmers in Southern states. The goal is to help farmers access information on business skills, marketing, and funding opportunities for innovative agricultural businesses.
Future State: How ICT & Digital can improve our WA EconomyAIIA Admin
This document discusses how digital technology can improve Western Australia's economy. It proposes initiatives in three key areas: 1) Creating new skills and jobs in WA by developing ICT talent and attracting global talent; 2) Improving the WA public sector through digital transformation and citizen-centric services; 3) Transforming WA into a 21st century economy by supporting startups, accelerating digital capabilities, and promoting commercialization. The Australian Information Industry Association invites the new WA Government to work with industry on a strategic approach to leverage technology and drive economic growth, public sector reform, and job creation in Western Australia.
This document provides a corruption assessment of Senegal. It was produced for USAID by Management Systems International under contract. The assessment finds that lack of transparency and corruption plague Senegal's public sector. Corruption can be seen in both petty interactions with officials and large government contracts. The assessment provides an overview of Senegal's political and economic context, the nature and vulnerabilities of corruption under its transitional regime, its legal and institutional anti-corruption frameworks, strategic implications, and analyses specific sectors and cross-cutting issues vulnerable to corruption. It concludes by recommending an overall governance and transparency strategy for USAID to address these issues through supporting pro-reform forces and targeted interventions.
This document is the annual report of the Conseil de la Coopération de la Saskatchewan (CCS), which provides economic development services and support to Francophone communities in Saskatchewan. The report outlines the CCS's activities over the past year, including providing business services, hosting job fairs, supporting community economic development projects, and facilitating partnerships. It expresses gratitude to funding partners for supporting the CCS's work promoting the economic growth and sustainability of Francophone minority communities in the province.
The document discusses the Australian government's support for the FinTech industry through various initiatives. It outlines the National Innovation and Science Agenda which includes tax incentives for early stage investment, reforms to venture capital rules, plans to introduce entrepreneur visas, and investment in start-up incubators. It also discusses various FinTech priorities the government is focusing on and ways Australian regulators are engaging with the FinTech sector.
This document provides a toolkit for simplifying business regulations at the sub-national level. It contains guidance for establishing a simplification team, developing a strategic plan, conducting diagnostic and design phases to analyze regulations and processes, implementing reforms, and evaluating outcomes. The overall aim is to make regulatory processes more efficient and user-friendly for small and medium enterprises.
Utah's business-friendly environment and pro-growth policies under Governor Gary Herbert's leadership have positioned the state as a top destination for business expansion and relocation. Herbert aims to foster economic opportunity through initiatives promoting targeted industry clusters, workforce development, small business support, renewable energy, and international trade. The Governor's Office of Economic Development works to attract innovative companies and maximize Utah's competitive strengths.
The document is the 2007 annual report of the Atlanta Legal Aid Society. It provides statistics on the organization's caseload and outcomes in 2007. Some key details include:
- The organization helped over 400 people in domestic violence situations and protected over 1,400 persons against losing their housing.
- In consumer cases, it obtained nearly $1.75 million in savings for clients and helped 217 people avoid excessive or unlawful debt.
- The report lists statistics on cases by practice area, including family law, housing, consumer law, and others. It also recognizes sponsors and partners who supported the organization's work.
This document outlines the United States Department of Labor's Open Government Plan. Key points:
- The plan was developed through collaboration across DOL agencies and input from employees and the public.
- Two new initiatives are being launched - an Online Enforcement Database providing public access to enforcement data, and a new grants map increasing transparency into how DOL grants impact communities.
- The plan aims to make ALL DOL data public while respecting privacy, and support ongoing data publication. It reflects a commitment to openness and outlines steps to improve transparency, participation, and collaboration at DOL.
Guide to Starting and Expanding a BusinessRyan MacNeil
This document provides an introduction and guide for starting and expanding a small business in Hants County, Nova Scotia. It outlines the typical processes involved, including planning, registration, regulations, human resources, financing, marketing, and networking. Contact information is included for various local organizations that can provide counselling, templates, research support, and advice to help entrepreneurs at each stage of the business planning and development process. The guide aims to help local small business owners navigate both the opportunities and challenges they may face.
VEDP Virginia Guide to Incentives 2019 and 2020Jim Rowe
This document provides an overview of business incentives available in Virginia, including tax incentives, recruitment/training programs, management support, and financial assistance. It outlines several discretionary grant programs administered by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership to encourage business expansion and job creation in the state, including requirements for capital investment, job creation, wages, and local matching funds.
Australia's service economy is booming, representing 70% of GDP and growing strongly. Key drivers of growth include outsourcing, technological advances, and rising Asian demand. The document highlights several innovative Australian companies that are successfully exporting services globally and redefining industries such as graphic design, tasks and errands, and online retail through new digital business models.
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The Small Business Cyber Security Best Practice GuideInspiring Women
Cyber security is a big problem for small business.
Small business is the target of 43% of all
cybercrimes.
• 60% of small businesses who experience a
significant cyber breach go out of business within the
following
6 months.
• 22% of small businesses that were breached by the
2017 Ransomware attacks were so affected they could
not continue operating.
• 33% of businesses with fewer than 100 employees
don’t take proactive measures against cyber security
breaches.
• 87% of small businesses believe their business is
safe from cyberattacks because they use antivirus
software alone.
• Cybercrime costs the Australian economy more than
$1bn annually.
The document discusses imposter syndrome, a psychological phenomenon where successful people feel like frauds and do not believe they deserve their accomplishments. It affects women more than men. The document notes that despite increasing numbers of women in fields like law and business leadership, imposter syndrome causes many women to underestimate themselves. It provides tips for overcoming imposter syndrome, such as acting confidently, working hard, and not dwelling on perfection.
International Women's Day - Women and Change by Professor Marian BairdInspiring Women
This document discusses changes in women's participation in the workforce in Australia from 1978 to 2013. It summarizes statistics showing increases in female labor force participation rates and numbers of women employed over time, especially among mothers. While more women are working, gaps remain compared to men in areas like hours worked, types of leave taken, job security, career attainment, and pay. The document also outlines recent Australian policy changes to support work-life balance and gender equity, but notes that challenges still exist and women's domestic responsibilities have not changed at the same rate as their participation in the paid workforce.
Australian Local Government Womens Association Dec13/Jan14 NewsletterInspiring Women
The newsletter from the Australian Local Government Women's Association NSW Branch.
News for women who work in local government or who are elected to their local Council in New South Wales, Australia.
This document provides tips and guidance on networking. It discusses the benefits of networking such as building relationships, advancing one's career, and getting new prospects. It then lists some common networking mistakes to avoid, such as only talking to the same people or staying by the food. The document provides tips for effective networking, including setting a goal, showing genuine interest in others, and asking open-ended questions. It also suggests having an concise explanation of who you are and what you do prepared. The importance of following up with new contacts is emphasized. The document concludes by providing examples of networking groups and events in the design/decoration industry and noting the value of social media for networking and portfolios.
This template was provided by the Davidson Institute.
The Davidson Institute Team deliver business planning and financial education concepts through courses that can help bring further knowledge and expand on the information that has provided through this seminar. They provide both face to face and on-line learning platforms. If you would like to speak to them on how they may help your organisation, please drop them a note or visit them at davidsoninstitute.edu.au for more information.
Elizabeth Hall is a real estate agent who can be contacted by mobile phone or email. She works for The Novak Agency, a real estate company located in Sydney, Australia. Ms. Hall's contact details are provided so that interested parties can reach out to discuss potential real estate transactions.
This document discusses feeling alone and like nobody cares about your life or work. However, it reassures the reader that they are wrong to think this way, as somebody is always very interested in everything they do. This interested party never stops thinking about the reader, even when everybody else quits on them.
Couse & Community Centre Activities for Warringah Centres in 2013Inspiring Women
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow and levels of neurotransmitters and endorphins which elevate and stabilize mood.
As a Regional Development Australia Committee, RDA Sydney is jointly funded by the Australian and NSW State Governments, to advance sustainable economic development and social equity within Sydney’s Regions.
Accumulating poverty? Women’s experiences of inequality over the lifecycleInspiring Women
This document summarizes an issues paper examining the gender gap in retirement savings in Australia. It discusses how women's experiences over their lifecycle, including unequal division of unpaid caring work, lack of support for employees with caring responsibilities, and gender-based barriers, contribute to lower superannuation balances and incomes for women in retirement. It notes that current projections show the gap will remain a problem, with women more likely to rely solely on the age pension and face poverty. The paper calls for removing barriers to women's workforce participation, recognizing unpaid caring work, and other measures to close the gender gap in retirement savings.
The document provides a summary of key tax changes and planning considerations for individuals and businesses for the 2012 tax year. Some of the major changes highlighted include the ceasing of the flood levy on June 30th 2012, changes to tax rates and thresholds from July 1st 2012, changes to private health insurance rebates and caps on superannuation contributions. The document recommends actions taxpayers can take such as deferring income or bringing forward deductions and expenses to maximize tax savings before the end of the financial year.
The Small Business Fair Dismissal Code outlines procedures for fair dismissal of employees in small businesses with fewer than 15 employees. It allows for summary dismissal for serious misconduct like theft or violence. Otherwise, employers must warn employees of performance issues and give them time and support to improve before dismissal. Dismissals for genuine redundancy are also permitted if redundancy criteria are met. The Code checklist helps employers document they followed required procedures if an unfair dismissal claim is later made.
Small businessregulationipa15 03_12webinarbeaInspiring Women
This document discusses regulations impacting small businesses. It notes that in addition to death and taxes, businesses now face a third certainty of changing laws and regulations. The presentation provides an overview of key areas small businesses need to consider to minimize the regulatory impact and set the direction for their venture. This includes having a business plan, understanding regulations from local, state and federal governments that may apply, implementing risk management and compliance processes, and regularly reviewing one's operations in the changing regulatory environment. The goal is to help small business owners prepare, stay informed and make decisions that help their business thrive within the current regulatory frameworks.
The document provides 40 pieces of advice for living a fulfilling life:
1) Walk or exercise daily, smile while doing so, and sit in silence for 10 minutes each day.
2) Listen to good music daily, set a daily goal, and live with energy, enthusiasm and empathy.
3) Play games, read books, look at the sky, dream more while awake, and eat natural foods to stay healthy in both body and spirit.
LA HUG - Video Testimonials with Chynna Morgan - June 2024Lital Barkan
Have you ever heard that user-generated content or video testimonials can take your brand to the next level? We will explore how you can effectively use video testimonials to leverage and boost your sales, content strategy, and increase your CRM data.🤯
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We know we want to create products which our customers find to be valuable. Whether we label it as customer-centric or product-led depends on how long we've been doing product management. There are three challenges we face when doing this. The obvious challenge is figuring out what our users need; the non-obvious challenges are in creating a shared understanding of those needs and in sensing if what we're doing is meeting those needs.
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4. business.gov.au AusIndustry
The Australian Government’s Supporting industry, research and innovation
principal business resource AusIndustry is the Australian Government’s principal business
program delivery division in the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research.
The business.gov.au website is the federal government’s principal, award-winning business website
that offers simple and convenient access to government business information and services. AusIndustry delivers a range of more than 30 business programs - including innovation grants, tax and
duty concessions, small business development, industry support and venture capital - worth $2 billion
Whether you’re starting a business or seeking information on improving a business,
to more than 12,000 businesses and about 85,000 individuals every year.
business.gov.au has all the information and tools you need to make running a business easier. The
website is continuously being refined and progressively offers more online services in response to your To help customers with product and eligibility information, AusIndustry has about 400 customer
business needs. service managers located in more than 20 offices across Australia, plus a national hotline and website.
Our products and services AusIndustry offers both entitlement and grant programs. For a grants-based program, customers
• ABN Lookup allows you to apply online for ABN, GST and charity information on publicly listed compete for limited funds, based on the merit of their application. For entitlements-based programs,
Australian businesses such as an R&D Tax Concessions, a customer makes a claim, based on their self-assessed eligibility.
• Checklists that provide a step-by-step guide to starting and growing your business
• Content syndication which is a way to add our content to your website for free and help you maintain Our products and services
compliant information AusIndustry provides incentives to help Australian businesses:
• Government and business associations directory with over 1,500 government listings • Conduct research and development
• Business consultation website where you can register your interest to be consulted on government • Grow small business
policy or regulation • Take up new technology
• GovForms which helps you to find, manage and complete a range of government forms • Undertake industry-specific manufacturing and production
• The Small Business Support Line provides an excellent point of contact to access information and • Commercialise a new technology or venture
referral services that assist small businesses. Phone 1800 777 275. • Apply for a tax or duty concession for research and development or to improve export
competitiveness
Need more information? • Gain access to science resources.
Phone 1800 777 275 Department of Innovation, Industry,
Fax (02) 6213 7000 Science and Research Need more information?
www.business.gov.au GPO Box 9839 Phone 13 28 46
SBSL@innovation.gov.au Canberra ACT 2601 www.ausindustry.gov.au
hotline@ausindustry.gov.au
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5. Austrade Australian Bureau of Statistics
Australia’s trade and investment development agency Providing statistical solutions to help you make informed decisions
The Australian Trade Commission – Austrade – is the Australian Government’s trade and investment The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is Australia’s official statistical agency. We assist and
development agency. encourage informed decision making, research and discussion within governments and the
community, by leading a high quality, objective and responsive national statistical service. We provide
Through a global network of more than 100 locations in over 55 countries, Austrade assists Australian a wide range of statistics that can be accessed for free on our website.
companies to succeed in international business, and facilitates productive foreign investment into
Australia. We operate a phone information and referral service, which is staffed by trained consultants who can
work with you to satisfy your business information needs. Small businesses can improve their business
Our role is to advance Australia’s international trade and investment interests by providing information, performance by making use of our information, products and services. To help us produce accurate
advice and services. statistics, we ask for small business co-operation in answering survey questions as accurately as
Our products and services: possible and returning answers on time.
• Assisting Australian companies to capture increased export and overseas investment opportunities Our products and services
• Facilitating productive foreign direct investment (FDI) into Australia • Identify existing business performance on an industry basis
• Engaging and promoting policy that reduces barriers to international trade • Identify potential market opportunities
• Administering the Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) scheme, which provides financial • Identify the value and quantity of individual commodities imported or exported in Australia
assistance to potential, new and existing Australian exporters • Provide information to assist in planning a new business location
• Providing advice to the Australian Government on its trade and investment policy agenda • Produce a demographic profile of a catchment area
• Delivering Australian consular, passport and other government services in designated overseas • Assist to target promotional campaigns
locations. • Census data.
Need more information? Need more information?
Phone 13 28 78 GPO Box 5301 Phone 1300 135 070 GPO Box 796
Fax (02) 9390 2024 Sydney NSW 2001 Fax 1300 135 211 Sydney NSW 2001
www.austrade.gov.au Aon Tower, Level 23 www.abs.gov.au Level 5, St Andrews House
info@austrade.gov.au 201 Kent Street client.services@abs.gov.au Sydney Square
Hours 8:00am – 6:00pm Sydney NSW 2000 Hours 9:00am – 5:00pm Sydney NSW 2000
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6. Australian Competition Australian Securities and
and Consumer Commission Investments Commission
Promoting competition and fair trade We enforce and regulate company and financial services
If you are in business or planning to go into business the Australian Competition and Consumer law to protect consumers, investors and creditors
Commission (ACCC) can help you understand your rights and responsibilities under the Trade
Practices Act, 1974 (TPA). As the corporate regulator, we are responsible for ensuring that company directors and officers carry
out their duties honestly, diligently and in the best interests of their company. We have powers to
The TPA regulates how businesses deal with other businesses and with consumers. We provide protect consumers against misleading or deceptive and unconscionable conduct affecting all financial
extensive information through publications on topics such as franchising, advertising and selling, products and services, including credit.
country of origin requirements, anti-competitive practices, unconscionable conduct, consumer
protection, product safety and liability and collective bargaining. We license and monitor financial services businesses to ensure that they operate efficiently, honestly
and fairly. These businesses typically deal in superannuation, managed funds, shares and company
Our products and services securities, derivatives, and insurance. We also register all companies and ensure that information about
• Confidential inquiries and complaint handling them is available efficiently and quickly.
• Workshops and seminars on the TPA for industry, professional and ethnic business/community
organisations Our products and services
• Publications on a range of topics • Complain about companies*
• www.scamwatch.gov.au provides information to consumers and small business about how to • Find out about financial services professionals*
recognise, avoid and report scams.* • Find out about your legal obligations as a registered company*
* Online service • Register as an Australian company or close down your company*
• Search for information about other registered Australian companies.*
Need more information? * Online service
Phone 1300 302 021 GPO Box 3648
www.accc.gov.au Sydney NSW 2001 Need more information?
Hours 8:30am – 5:00pm Level 7, Angel Place Phone 1300 300 630 PO Box 4000
123 Pitt Street Fax (03) 5177 3999 Gippsland Mail Centre VIC 3841
Sydney NSW 2000 www.asic.gov.au Level 8, City Centre Tower
info.enquiries@asic.gov.au 55 Market Street
Hours 9:00am – 5:00pm Sydney NSW 2000
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7. Australian Taxation Office Building and Construction Industry
At your service Long Service Payments Corporation
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is responsible for the administration of Australia’s taxation system
Long service…you deserve it
through a range of collection systems, including income tax, GST, superannuation and excise.
The Building and Construction Industry Long Service Payments Corporation (the Corporation)
We also administer benefits and refunds, including income tax and GST refunds, excise grants and administers a portable long service scheme for the NSW building and construction industry. The
superannuation contributions. industry’s portable long service scheme rewards building workers for their service to the industry,
rather than to one employer. Individual workers have periods of employment in the building and
Our products and services construction industry recorded by the Corporation from information provided by their employers.
• Telephone advice and assistance service for tax and superannuation matters
• Tax and superannuation information in publications and on our website* There are no fees for employers or workers. The scheme is funded by a levy payable on all building and
• Electronic tools and calculators to help you manage your business tax and superannuation affairs* construction projects in NSW that cost $25,000 or more.
• Online services to order publications, lodge activity statements and check business tax accounts, Employers are required to register with the Corporation and then advise the Corporation any time they
register for an Australian business number, a tax file number, GST and PAYG (Pay As You Go) and start and end workers’ employment. At the end of each financial year the Corporation will provide
update registration details* employers with a list of all workers that are registered as working for them. The employer must check
• Business assistance visits providing personalised special assistance the list, confirm the details and return it to the Corporation. All reporting obligations can be done
• Seminars and workshops on topics including employer obligations, GST, PAYG, business activity online. Penalties apply for failure to meet these legal obligations under the Building and Construction
statements and record keeping. To enquire or register phone 1300 661 104. Industry Long Service Payments Act 1986.
* Online service
Our products and services
Need more information?
• Help businesses understand and meet their obligations under the Building and Construction
Phone 13 10 20 (superannuation) GPO Box 9990
Industry Long Service Payments Act 1986
Phone 13 28 66 (business) Sydney NSW 2000
• Provide advice and assistance on long service payments.
www.ato.gov.au
Hours 8:00am – 6:00pm Need more information?
Phone 13 14 41 Locked Bag 3000
www.lspc.nsw.gov.au Central Coast Mail Centre
info@lspc.nsw.gov.au NSW 2252
Hours 8:30am – 5:00pm
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8. Centrelink Department of Education
and Training
Giving you options
State Training Services
Centrelink is an Australian government statutory agency, delivering a range of Commonwealth services State Training Services assists and manages the vocational education and training sector in NSW and
to the Australian community. Centrelink’s Financial Information Service (FIS) provides independent, plans for its future.
free and confidential information to help people make informed decisions about investment and
financial issues. State Training Services works in partnership with employers and training organisations, government
agencies, industry and regional communities to develop solutions to skills shortages, provide access to
As well as growing your business it’s important to invest in non-business assets. FIS can help you, and training for disadvantaged groups, address structural or economic challenges, provide quality training
your staff, by providing information on financial planning and financial products. FIS is available to opportunities within the workforce to support training for business growth, economic development and
everyone by phone, appointment or through seminars. incorporation of ‘green’ initiatives.
Our products and services State Training Services provides a variety of initiatives and services for businesses through regional
• Information on shares and managed investments, including getting started on a savings plan centres and via online resources.
• Information on superannuation, annuities, taxation and how it affects you and your investments
• Information on investment options, risks and strategies Our products and services
• Information on choosing an expert, such as a financial planner • Information for businesses on finding relevant training for staff
• Information on pensions, allowances and other benefits • Information and advice for businesses on apprenticeships and traineeships including obligations and
• Free financial and lifestyle seminars - email fis.seminar.bookings@centrelink.gov.au (Please what could best suit your business
include the title, date of seminar and a phone number). A list of current seminars is available at • Information on group training organisations that make it easy for your business to take on
www.centrelink.gov.au/FIS apprentices or trainees
• Information on becoming a group training organisation
Need more information? • Information and support for workforce management
Phone 13 23 00 (FIS Officer) Locked bag 5028 • Information on skills recognition
Phone 13 63 57 (seminars) Alexandria NSW 2015 • Advice and assistance for businesses feeling the impact of the economic downturn
www.centrelink.gov.au • Registering training organisations and quality assurance of the vocational training sector
Hours 8:00am – 5:00pm • Funding training organisations to provide training courses in priority skills areas.
Need more information?
Phone 13 28 11 Level 12, 1 Oxford Street
www.training.nsw.edu.au Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Hours 8:30am – 4:30pm
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9. Department of Environment, Department of Immigration
Climate Change and Water NSW and Citizenship
Partnering with business, profiting you People our business
and the environment
The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) is building Australia through the well managed
Good environmental practice is good business - it helps to reduce costs, lower risks and increase entry and settlement of people.
competitiveness. Through its family, economic and humanitarian programs, DIAC helps to promote a society which
As a starting point, DECCW helps business to reduce power bills. It’s all part of the NSW Government’s values Australian citizenship, appreciates cultural diversity and enables migrants to participate
Energy Efficiency Strategy and our commitment to work with business to lower carbon pollution. equitably in social and economic advancement.
We offer rebates for energy efficiency improvements and subsidised energy audits. We can also help DIAC is developing a framework to guide migration planning and address demographic challenges in
you with waste, water, supply chain, staff engagement and purchasing choices. building Australia’s future. This framework will ensure a balance between Australia’s population, labour
market, economic, environmental, urban and regional development outcomes.
Our products and services
The Australian Government is working closely with state, territory and local governments, industry
• Rebates of up to $5,000 for energy efficiency improvements (Energy Efficiency for Small Business
peak bodies, unions and regional authorities to provide migration programs that help fill short and
Program)
long-term skill shortages for employers in metropolitan and regional areas.
• Subsidised energy audits for medium to larger business (Sustainability Advantage Energy Saver)
• Help for your business to manage resources efficiently, engage staff and suppliers and enhance Our products and services
your other sustainability practices (Sustainability Advantage Program) • Visa options for business people
• Energy efficiency training (Energy Efficiency Training Program) • Appointing industry, union and regional outreach officers to work directly with peak and regional
• Industry-specific information to help you to manage environmental issues common to your sector. industry bodies
This includes guides, resources and tools available on www.environment.nsw.gov.au/forbusiness. • Developing flexible programs for employers to fill skill shortages
htm and information on environmental legislation, compliance and licensing • Overseas recruitment expos
• The National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS), which rates the environmental • Priority processing of employer and state and territory sponsored visas for skills in critical shortage.
performance of existing buildings, including offices.
Need more information? Need more information?
Phone 1300 361 967 PO Box A290 Phone 13 18 81 GPO Box 9984
Phone (02) 8837 6000 (business partnerships) Sydney South NSW 1232 Fax (02) 9032 4096 Sydney NSW 2001
sustainbus@environment.nsw.gov.au www.immi.gov.au Ground Floor
Hours 9:00am – 4:00pm 26 Lee Street
www.environment.nsw.gov.au
Wednesdays 9:00am – 1:30pm Sydney NSW 2000
Hours 9:00am – 5:00pm
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10. Enterprise Connect Export Finance and
Australia’s small to medium Insurance Corporation
sized business assistance initiative Overcoming financial barriers for exporters
Enterprise Connect provides support to eligible Australian small and medium sized businesses. Core Export Finance and Insurance Corporation (EFIC) provides finance and insurance solutions to help
services include Business Reviews for eligible businesses at no charge to firms and grant assistance to Australian exporters overcome the financial barriers they face when growing their businesses overseas.
implement recommendations flowing from the business reviews.
As the Australian Government’s export credit agency, we help successful businesses large and small to
We have 12 centres located across the country that work with a diverse range of industries. All our win, finance and protect export trade or overseas investments where their bank is unable to provide all
services are available to businesses whether they are located in metropolitan or remote areas. the support they need.
Our products and services EFIC is uniquely placed to do this: we use over 50 years of export finance and industry expertise,
• Business reviews at no charge to eligible businesses conducted by skilled Business Advisers who contacts at financial institutions around the globe, the strength of our AAA credit rating and an
provide sustainable recommendations to help businesses reach their full potential entrepreneurial business approach to make export deals happen.
• Grant assistance of up to $20,000 in matched funding to implement recommendations flowing
from the Business Reviews Our products and services
• Placement of experienced researchers into businesses to develop and implement your new • Bonding facilities
commercial ideas. • Direct loans
• Workshops, industry events and networking opportunities • Working capital guarantees
• Referral services to connect businesses with expertise and support in relevant technological fields • Export finance guarantees and documentary credit guarantees
• Technology Partnerships equipment register that links firms owning highly specialised but • Medium-term export credit insurance
underutilised equipment with other businesses that may be able to use it. • Bond insurance
• Political risk insurance
Need more information? • Project finance.
Phone 13 17 91 GPO Box 6544
Fax (02) 9805 4111 North Ryde NSW 2113 Need more information?
www.enterpriseconnect.gov.au Building 91, 14 Julius Avenue Phone 1800 093 724 PO Box R65
Hours 9:00am – 5:00pm North Ryde NSW 2113 Fax (02) 9251 3851 Royal Exchange NSW 1223
www.efic.gov.au Level 10 Export House
info@efic.gov.au 22 Pitt Street
Hours 8:30am – 5:30pm Sydney NSW 2000
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11. Fair Work Ombudsman Industry & Investment NSW
Work with Australians to educate, promote Helping people to start, run and grow their business
fairness and ensure justice in the workplace
Industry & Investment NSW offers a range of services to meet the needs of people
NSW is part of the national workplace relations system administered by the Fair Work Act 2009. The operating established small to medium sized businesses, and new starters in business across the State.
national system covers all NSW private sector employers and their employees.
Our programs can help you start or run your business and expand your markets and can be accessed
If you are starting a new business there are some important things you need to know. There are ten Na- through our network of 18 offices located around the State.
tional Employment Standards which apply to all NSW workplaces. Your employees will also be covered
by one of the 122 industry-based modern awards. Modern awards set out important legal obligations Our products and services
for employers, such as minimum pay rates and other workplace entitlements. • A network of 14 Business Advisory Services across the State which offer confidential advice and
assistance about starting and managing a business.
The Fair Work Ombudsman is an independent statutory agency created by the Fair Work Act 2009. We • Innovation Advisory Service offer innovators regardless of where they are located, the chance to
replace and build on the work and services previously undertaken by the Workplace Ombudsman and test their ideas through access to skilled innovation advisors.
the general advisory function of the Workplace Authority. • Tailored workshops, seminars and programs for women in business, home-based and micro
business operators, young entrepreneurs and other industry groups.
In broad terms, the role of the Fair Work Ombudsman is to promote harmonious, productive and
• Large event programs including Small Business September, MicroBiz Week and NSW Manufacturing
cooperative workplace relations, and to monitor, inquire into, investigate, and enforce compliance with
Week.
relevant Commonwealth workplace laws. For more information see NSW Industrial Relations on
• The Business Clusters program supporting geographical and industry based clusters through the
page 22.
development of commercial business networks.
Our products and services • Aboriginal Business Development programs offering information and training for the development
and growth of Aboriginal businesses.
• Fair Work Online – website information on the national system for employers and employees* • Trade Program Services supporting export activity in the small business sector through the
• Fact sheets, template documents and best practice guides* provision of export advice, trade missions and market visits.
• Fair Work Information Statement* • The SmallBiz website www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au with free hints, tips and tools for small business.
• Fair Work Infoline – 13 13 94 – for queries relating to pay and conditions. Packed with up-to-date information it also includes news, links and interactive resources including
* Online service the Small Business Tool Kit.
Need more information? Need more information?
Phone 13 13 94 GPO Box 2567 Phone 1300 134 359 GPO Box 5477
www.fairwork.gov.au Adelaide SA 5001 (complaint forms) www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au Sydney NSW 2001
Hours 8:00am – 6:00pm Level 4, 255 Elizabeth Street assist@business.nsw.gov.au
Sydney NSW 2000
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12. IP Australia NSW Fair Trading
Protect your intellectual property Serving consumers and traders in NSW
Intellectual property can be your most valuable business asset and it is important to clearly identify NSW Fair Trading regulates consumer law with the aim of creating a fair marketplace for all. We advise
it. It may be the name on your front door, a distinctive design, an invention or your client list. You can businesses and traders in NSW on fair ethical practice. Unfair practices are investigated and prevented
put strategies in place to safeguard your rights and prevent others from exploiting your competitive and a licensing system helps ensure unqualified or inappropriate people do not work in a range of NSW
advantage. industries.
If your company has intellectual property, creating a strategy to use, manage and protect that property Traders and business people can register business names and obtain the licences and certificates they
may be the best investment you’ll ever make. IP Australia can help you get started. We offer a suite of need to operate in New South Wales. Fair Trading regulates industries in a range of areas including
free information such as Smart Start, a guide for new businesses, and Don’t Give Away Your Most home building, property and real estate, pawnbrokers, co-operatives and associations, motor vehicles
Valuable Asset, a brochure providing strategic information on intellectual property protection, and and retail tenancy.
patent, trade mark and design application kits.
Our products and services
Our products and services • Business, property and building licences*
• Business strategy information* • Registering and using a business name
• Database searching services* • Resolving disputes with consumers
• Latest news updates* • Information on running a business
• Links to information on protecting your ideas internationally* • Setting up co-operatives and associations
• Online fact sheets* • Understanding product safety and standards
• We grant intellectual property rights, specifically patents, trade marks, designs and plant • Retail tenancy
breeder’s rights. • 24 Fair Trading Centres across NSW.
* Online service * Online service
Need more information? Need more information?
Phone 1300 651 010 Phone 13 32 20 PO Box 972
www.ipaustralia.gov.au www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au Parramatta NSW 2124
assist@ipaustralia.gov.au Hours 8:30am – 5:00pm
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13. NSW Industrial Relations Office of the Mediation Adviser
Best practice employment advice for NSW workplaces A fast and easy way to solve disputes
NSW Industrial Relations delivers workshops to assist small businesses implement innovative, The Office of the Mediation Adviser (OMA) appoints mediators to assist franchisors and franchisees
productive and equitable workplace practices including developing workplace policies and strategies to to resolve their problems without going to court. The OMA has a specialist panel of mediators across
manage staff, improve staff retention and keep skilled employees. Australia. These commercial mediators are trained in mediation and are familiar with franchising
issues. Their role is to facilitate a commercial outcome.
For more information on the National Employment Standards and modern awards see the Fair Work
Ombudsman on page 18. The OMA appoints a mediator for a dispute covered by the Franchising Code of Conduct upon request.
The Franchising Code of Conduct is a mandatory code prescribed under the federal Trade Practices Act.
Our products and services The settlement rate of mediations conducted through the OMA is around 75%.
• Information on shop trading hours and restricted shop trading exemptions
• Information about NSW Public holidays Our products and services
• Long service leave calculator* • Confidential and free advice about how mediation can resolve your dispute
• Information on long service leave entitlements • Explaining the dispute resolution procedure as per the Franchising Code of Conduct
• Community presentations providing information about workplace obligations, rights and • Providing a suggested Notice of Dispute to send to the other party
entitlements for employees • Appointing a mediator from a national panel of mediators experienced in dealing with
• Workshops for employer on employment law and human resource issues franchise issues
• Subscribe to a range of e-newsletters covering workplace and human resource information* • Information about the mediation process, what to expect, alternatives to mediation and
* Online service introduction to the Franchising Code of Conduct
• Quality control of franchise dispute mediations.
Need more information?
Phone 13 16 28 McKell Building Need more information?
www.industrialrelations.nsw.gov.au 2-24 Rawson Place Phone 1800 150 667
Twitter NSW_IR Sydney NSW 2000 Fax (02) 9264 8268
Hours 8:30am – 5:00pm www.mediationadviser.com.au
office@mediationadviser.com.au
Hours 9:00am – 5:30pm
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14. Office of State Revenue TAFE NSW
Collecting revenue to benefit NSW Skilling your workforce
The Office of State Revenue (OSR) is responsible for administering State taxation, collecting revenue, TAFE NSW provides vocational education and training for individual and business needs throughout
outstanding fines and penalties, developing policy and implementing legislation relating to State NSW. With business-driven training programs that are practical and innovative, we can equip you and
taxation for and on behalf of the people of NSW. your staff with the skills and competencies required to compete in today’s business environment.
We provide a number of products and services that can be accessed online, including subscriptions, Our delivery options are flexible and designed to minimise disruption to your business productivity.
publications, forms, online calculators and seminar information. Register online for the free seminars, Training options include online, distance education, face-to-face, on the job ‘just-in-time’ training or a
which are suitable for solicitors, accountants, professional advisers and anyone interested in keeping up blend of different methods. Our training programs are up-to-date and customised specifically to your
to date with State taxation issues. business needs to maximise your training investment.
Our products and services Our products and services
• Fact sheets, printable forms, newsletters, online calculators and other information are available on • Advanced course search and online enrolment for short courses and re-enrolments*
our website* • Advice and assistance to help you maximise the benefits of government-funded training incentives
• Free online subscription service that notifies you of significant updates and changes to our available to employers, their trainees and apprentices
publications, legislation, revenue rulings and seminar program* • Certification required to meet new and current industry legislation
• Free seminars covering the latest amendments and current issues relating to land tax, payroll tax, • Nationally recognised training programs and fast-track short courses expertly developed through
duties, grants and levies. TAFE NSW, in consultation with business and key client groups
* Online service • Skills audits, onsite needs analysis, skills gap training and formal certification for your employees’
existing skills.
Need more information?
* Online service
Phone (02) 9689 6200 GPO Box 4042
Fax (02) 9689 6464 Sydney NSW 2001 Need more information?
www.osr.nsw.gov.au Phone 13 16 01
www.sdro.nsw.gov.au Fax (02) 9283 4674
Hours 8:30am – 4:30pm TTY (02) 8289 4703
www.tafensw.edu.au/employerservices
tafeic@tafensw.edu.au
Hours 9:00am – 5:00pm
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16. Other useful contacts
Australian Federation of Employers and Department of Justice and
Industries (AFEI) Attorney General NSW
9264 2000 1800 684 449
www.afei.org.au www.lawlink.nsw.gov.au/agd
Australian Industry Group Indigenous Business Australia
1300 783 844 (Information for members) 1800 107 107
www.aigroup.com.au www.iba.gov.au
Australian Institute of Management LawAccess NSW
1300 651 811 1300 888 529
www.aimnsw.com.au www.lawaccess.nsw.gov.au
Business Enterprise Centres NSW Business Chamber
1300 363 551 13 26 96
www.beca.org.au www.nswbusinesschamber.com.au
Chartered Accountants NSW Enterprise Workshop
1300 137 322 02 9209 4796
www.charteredaccountants.com.au www.enterpriseworkshop.com.au
Community Relations Commission NSW Seniors Card
8255 6767 1300 364 758
www.crc.nsw.gov.au www.seniorscard.nsw.gov.au
CPA Australia Standards Australia
1300 737 373 1800 035 822
www.cpaaustralia.com.au www.standards.org.au
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