Business Set Up Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on business set up for australian businesses.
How Many Business Names Can One ABN Have?
If you’re building a small business in Australia, chances are you’ve already come across the basics: you need an ABN, you might register a business name, and you may even be thinking...
8 June 2026
Can a Company Be a Director of Another Company in Australia?
If you’re building or growing a business in Australia, you’ll quickly run into questions about company structures and who can (and can’t) be appointed to key roles. One question we hear a...
8 June 2026
Company Liabilities: A Practical Guide For Startups And Small Businesses
When you’re building a startup or running a small business, “liability” can feel like one of those legal words that sits in the background until something goes wrong. But in practice, company...
6 June 2026
Business Division Meaning: What It Is And How To Set One Up
When you’re running a small business, “growth” can be a great problem to have. More customers, more services, more locations, more staff, more systems - and (usually) more complexity. At some point,...
6 June 2026
How To Register A Partnership In Australia
Starting a business with a co-founder (or a few of them) can be one of the fastest ways to build momentum. You get more skills at the table, you can split responsibilities,...
4 June 2026
Why Register A Business Name? Benefits, Risks And How To Do It
Starting a business is exciting - you’ve got an idea, a plan (even if it’s still forming), and you’re ready to start selling. But pretty quickly, most business owners hit a practical...
4 June 2026
How To Do A Trust Name Search In Australia
If you’re setting up a trust for your business (or you already run one), you’ve probably had the same thought many trustees and founders have: “How do I check whether the trust...
3 June 2026
How To Reserve A Company Name With ASIC
Choosing a company name can feel like one of the most exciting parts of starting a business. It’s the name you’ll put on your website, invoices, pitch deck, and maybe even the...
3 June 2026
How To Open A Beauty Salon In Australia: Legal Steps And Checklist
Opening a beauty salon is an exciting move - you’re building a business around confidence, self-care and great customer experiences. But if you want your salon to be profitable (and stress-free to...
3 June 2026
Clarifying Beneficial Ownership of Shares in Australia
If you’re building a startup or running a small business, you’ll probably spend a lot of time thinking about “who owns what”. That might come up when you bring in a co-founder,...
3 June 2026
Becoming a Company Director in Australia: Legal Duties and Eligibility
If you run a small business, taking on the role of a company director can feel like a natural “next step” - especially if you’re incorporating for growth, bringing on co-founders, or...
3 June 2026
What Is Business Licensing?
If you’re building a startup or small business, you’ll hear the word “licensing” a lot - and it can mean a few different things depending on what you’re doing. Sometimes, “licensing” is...
2 June 2026
How Family Trusts Affect Borrowing Capacity in Australia
If you run a small business, chances are you’ve heard that a family trust can be a “smart” way to hold assets or operate a business. But when it comes time to...
2 June 2026
Pty Ltd Trading As: Meaning, Registration And Legal Risks
When you’re running a company, it’s completely normal to want a public-facing brand that’s different to your legal company name. That’s where “Pty Ltd trading as” comes in. You’ll often see it...
1 June 2026
What Is a Business Trust? Practical Guide For Australian Startups And Small Businesses
Choosing the right business structure can feel like one of those “make it or break it” decisions when you’re starting (or scaling) a business in Australia. You’ve probably heard of the usual...
30 May 2026
The 8 Principles Of Corporate Governance For SMEs And Startups In Australia
When you’re building a small business or startup, “corporate governance” can sound like something reserved for large listed companies with boardrooms, committees and lengthy annual reports. But good governance isn’t about being...
30 May 2026
How Much Does It Cost To Close a Trust in Australia?
If your business operates through a trust, it’s normal to eventually ask whether you still need that trust. Maybe the business has grown and you’re restructuring, maybe you’re winding down, or maybe...
29 May 2026
Business Partner Making Decisions Without Me: Legal Steps In Australia
When you start a business with someone, it’s usually because you share a vision. You expect teamwork, transparency and fair decision-making. So it can be a real shock when you realise your...
29 May 2026
How To Set Up And Run A Discretionary Trust Bank Account In Australia
If you run your business through a discretionary trust (or you’re thinking about it), one of the first practical questions is often: how do I open a discretionary trust bank account? It...
29 May 2026
ABN: Qué Es y Cómo Obtenerlo en Australia
Si estás empezando un negocio en Australia (o estás por hacerlo), es muy probable que te hayas encontrado con la pregunta: qué es un ABN. Y tiene sentido: el ABN aparece en...
29 May 2026
When Your Small Business Needs a Specialist Lawyer and How to Choose
Running a small business means making decisions fast. You’re balancing customers, cash flow, staff, suppliers, and growth - and legal issues often show up right when you’re trying to move quickly. That’s...
29 May 2026
Using Photos On Social Media: Permission Rules For Australian Businesses
Posting photos on social media can be one of the fastest ways to build trust in your brand. A great photo of a happy customer, a behind-the-scenes snap of your team at...
28 May 2026
How to Start a Homewares Business in Australia: Legal Checklist
Starting a homewares business can be an exciting move - you get to build a brand around style, comfort and how people live in their space. Whether you’re sourcing handmade ceramics, importing...
28 May 2026
Change of Company Name Resolution Template: Steps for Australian SMEs
Changing your company name can be a smart move. Maybe your business has evolved, you’re entering a new market, you’ve discovered a better brand name, or you’re aligning your company name with...
27 May 2026
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