Business Set Up Articles
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Transferring an ABN in Australia: Rules and Limits
Can You Transfer An ABN In Australia? In most cases, you can’t transfer an ABN from one person or entity to another. Your ABN is issued to a specific legal entity. That...
15 September 2026
Co-founder Agreements for Australian Remote Work Software Startups
A co-founder agreement can save Australian remote work software startups from early disputes about equity, code ownership, founder roles and exits. Here
15 September 2026
How to Start a Handyman Business in Perth: Licences and Legal Steps
Perth is a great place to build a handyman business. There’s steady demand from homeowners, landlords, strata managers and small businesses that need help with maintenance, repairs and quick upgrades. But if...
15 September 2026
How to Navigate Shareholder Deadlock in Your Business Agreements: Deadlock Meaning
A shareholder deadlock can stall key decisions, funding and growth if your business agreements do not set out a clear way forward. This guide explains
15 September 2026
How To Apply For Voluntary Company Deregistration In Australia
Closing a company isn’t always a sign something went wrong. Sometimes it’s the right strategic move - you’ve finished a project, you’re simplifying your structure, you’ve stopped trading, or you’ve moved the...
14 September 2026
How To Get An ABN: Step-By-Step Application Guide In Australia
Getting your Australian Business Number (ABN) is one of the first “official” steps that makes your business feel real. It’s also a practical one - you’ll usually need an ABN to invoice...
14 September 2026Co-founder Agreements for Packaged Food Brands in Australia
A co-founder agreement for a packaged food brand should cover more than equity splits. Here is what Australian founders should sort out around recipes
14 September 2026
Unit Holders: Rights And Obligations In A Unit Trust
If you’re running (or planning to start) a small business in Australia, you’ve probably heard people mention unit trusts at some point - often in the same breath as asset protection, family...
14 September 2026
Buying Shares in a Company: Legal Issues Australian Businesses Should Consider
Buying shares in an Australian company can expose buyers to hidden liabilities, transfer restrictions and governance issues. This guide explains the legal
14 September 2026
How to Set Up as a Sole Trader in Australia
Setting up as a sole trader in Australia can be quick, but there are still legal steps to get right. Learn what registrations, licences, contracts
12 September 2026
Shareholder Rights & Risks: What Every Investor Should Know in Australia
Investing in a private company can be exciting, but shareholder rights and risks are often misunderstood. This guide explains what Australian investors
12 September 2026
What Does a Company Chair Do?
The definition of a chairman is often misunderstood by founders and SMEs. This guide explains what a company chair does in Australia, how the role fits
10 September 2026Co-founder Agreements for Medical Device Distributors
A co-founder agreement for an Australian medical device distribution startup should do more than split equity. Here's how founders can deal with roles
9 September 2026
How To Set Up And Manage A Branch Company In Australia
Expanding into a new suburb, a new city, or even just a second premises can be a big milestone for a growing business. Often, the simplest way to do it is to...
8 September 2026
Founder and Director Legal Duties and Liability for Australian Startups
If you’re building a startup, it’s common to wear multiple hats. You might be the founder who came up with the idea, raised money, hired the first team members and sold the...
8 September 2026
How To Choose, Register and Protect a Trading Business Name in Australia
Your business name is often the very first thing customers notice. It’s on your invoices, website, socials, proposals, signage, and (hopefully) in your customers’ recommendations to other people. But when you’re starting...
7 September 2026
Director Duties of Due Care and Diligence in Australia
When you’re running a small business, you’re constantly making calls that affect your staff, customers, cashflow, and future growth. Some decisions are quick and everyday (like signing off on a new supplier),...
7 September 2026
Board Meeting Minutes: Legal Requirements In Australia
If you’re running a company in Australia (especially a startup moving quickly), it’s easy to treat board meeting minutes as “admin” you’ll get to later. But minutes are more than note-taking. They’re...
7 September 2026
Minority Shareholder Oppression: Practical Steps And Remedies
If you run a company with more than one shareholder (even if it’s just you and a co-founder, or you and a family member), you’ve probably realised that “ownership” isn’t always as...
7 September 2026
Legal Issues When Transitioning to B Corp in Australia
A b corp transition in Australia can require much more than certification paperwork. Here’s what startups and SMEs need to know about governance changes
6 September 2026What Is a Share Split? An Australian Business Guide
Confused about the split of shares meaning? This Australian guide explains what a share split is, how it differs from issuing or transferring shares, and
6 September 2026What Does Compulsory Acquisition of Shares Mean for Australian Businesses?
Compulsory acquisition of shares can affect founders, investors and minority shareholders during a sale, restructure or dispute. This guide explains what
6 September 2026Company Secretariat Compliance in Australia: What Growing Businesses Need to Manage
Company secretariat compliance covers the governance records, ASIC updates and internal approvals that keep an Australian company legally organised
5 September 2026
B Corp Transition for Australian Businesses
A practical guide to b corp transition for Australian businesses, including governance changes, constitutional issues, contracts, consumer law risk and
3 September 2026
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