Business Set Up Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on business set up for australian businesses.
How To Start A Pajama Company In 2026
Starting a pajama company in 2026 can be a surprisingly scalable business idea. You can begin with a small range of “hero” products, sell online from day one, and build a brand...
8 January 2026
Australian Standards For Petrol Stations: 2026 Edition
Running a petrol station (or setting one up from scratch) can be a great business opportunity - but it’s also one of those industries where “getting it mostly right” isn’t good enough....
8 January 2026
How To Start A Mental Health Consulting Business In 2026
Starting a mental health consulting business in 2026 can be a genuinely meaningful way to build a sustainable career while supporting people and organisations through change. Demand is growing across areas like...
8 January 2026
How To Change a Company Director in Australia
At some point, most companies need to change their board - whether you’re appointing a new director, accepting a resignation, or removing a director who’s no longer the right fit. The process...
8 January 2026
Modern Awards vs Enterprise Agreements: Which Is Best In Australia?
If you employ staff in Australia, you’ll run into the question sooner or later: should you rely on a modern award, or try to put an enterprise agreement in place? Both options...
8 January 2026
How To Start An Online Company In Australia In 2026
Starting an online company in Australia in 2026 is more achievable than ever. You can validate an idea quickly, sell nationally from day one, and build a brand without needing a physical...
8 January 2026
How to Build a Document Review Template That Actually Works
If you run a small business, you’re probably asked to sign or issue documents all the time - customer contracts, supplier terms, NDAs, employment offers, website policies and more. A quick skim...
8 January 2026
How To Start A Car Leasing Company In 2026
Car leasing is having a bit of a “second wave” in Australia. Between higher vehicle prices, the rise of EVs, flexible work, and consumers wanting predictable monthly costs, more people (and businesses)...
8 January 2026
Is It Illegal To Pay Cash In Hand In Australia? (2026 Updated)
Paying someone in cash can feel simple. No bank transfers, no waiting for payments to clear, and it can be convenient for short shifts or one-off jobs. But in Australia, “cash in...
8 January 2026
How To Protect Your Trade Mark In Australia
Your brand is one of your most valuable business assets. It’s how customers find you, remember you and recommend you. Protecting it early with trade mark protection can save you from copycats,...
8 January 2026
A Guide To Outsourcing (2026 Updated)
Outsourcing can be one of the fastest ways to grow a small business in Australia. When you outsource well, you get specialist skills on demand, more flexibility in your costs, and time...
8 January 2026
Can You Run A Business From A Residential Property In Australia? (2026 Updated)
Running a business from home can be a great way to keep costs down, stay flexible, and build something that fits around your life. Whether you’re freelancing, selling products online, providing professional...
8 January 2026
Etsy GST In Australia: Do You Need to Charge It?
Selling on Etsy is a great way to take your creative business to a national (and global) audience. But as soon as you start making sales, the tax and legal side kicks...
8 January 2026
Workplace Dress Codes In Australia: What Employers Need To Know
Setting a workplace dress code can help your business look professional, keep people safe, and make day-to-day expectations clear. But in Australia, your dress code needs to be reasonable and lawful -...
8 January 2026
How To Start A Parking Lot Business In 2026
Starting a parking lot business in 2026 can be a surprisingly solid way to build recurring revenue - especially as Australian CBDs, hospitals, airports, entertainment precincts and growing suburban hubs keep dealing...
8 January 2026
How To Use A Disclaimer In A Sentence
Disclaimers are a simple way to set expectations, manage risk and reduce disputes - but only if they’re clear and used in the right places. If you’ve ever wondered how to write...
8 January 2026
What Happens If There Is A Breach Of A Director’s Duty? (2026 Updated)
Being a company director in Australia can be exciting, especially when you’re building something you’re proud of. But it also comes with serious legal responsibilities. Directors’ duties aren’t just “best practice” guidelines....
8 January 2026
Negotiating Lease Terms In Australia: Protect Your Position
Signing a lease can be one of the biggest commitments your small business makes. The right lease terms can support growth, cash flow and flexibility. The wrong terms can lock you into...
8 January 2026
What Are The Requirements For An ABN? (2026 Updated)
Getting an Australian Business Number (ABN) is one of the first “proper” steps many people take when they’re turning an idea into a real business. And for good reason: an ABN affects...
8 January 2026
What Is a Trade Mark in Australia?
Building a brand your customers remember is half the battle in small business. But if you don’t lock down that brand legally, a competitor could start using a confusingly similar name or...
8 January 2026
Why Do I Need A Personal Training Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re a personal trainer (PT) in Australia, you’re probably in the business of helping people feel stronger, healthier and more confident. You’re not just selling “sessions” - you’re delivering a service...
8 January 2026
What Is a Facility Agreement and How Does It Work?
Securing the right finance can unlock the next stage of growth for your small business. Whether you need working capital to cover cash flow gaps, a line of credit to manage seasonality,...
8 January 2026
Business Code of Conduct: How to Create One
A strong business code of conduct sets the tone for how your team, managers and contractors behave every day - with customers, suppliers and each other. It’s more than a set of...
8 January 2026
Shareholder Loan Agreements in Australia
Injecting cash into your company doesn’t always mean raising equity or going to the bank. For many Australian small companies, a shareholder loan is a straightforward way to fund growth, stabilise cash...
8 January 2026
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