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Business Set Up Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on business set up for australian businesses.
How To Read And Use A Current Company Extract In Australia
If you’re running a company (or dealing with one), there’s a good chance you’ll be asked for a current company extract at some point - by a bank, an investor, a supplier,...
10 February 2026
How To Reserve A Business Name With ASIC: Step-By-Step Guide
If you’re starting a new business, one of the first exciting steps is choosing a name that feels “right” - something that fits your brand, sounds professional, and helps customers remember you....
9 February 2026
ASIC Company Renewal: Step-By-Step Guide To Renewing Your Company Registration
If you run an Australian company (or you’re the director, company secretary, or the person who looks after admin), ASIC company renewal is one of those annual tasks you can’t afford to...
9 February 2026
Sole Proprietorship: What It Is And How It Works In Australia
If you’re starting a business on your own, you’ve probably come across the term “sole proprietorship” while researching online. In Australia, we more commonly call this structure a sole trader . But...
9 February 2026
Corporation Definition For Australian Startups
If you’re building a startup or running a small business, you’ve probably heard people say, “Just set up a corporation,” or “You should incorporate.” But in Australia, the words people use can...
9 February 2026
Sole Trader Vs Partnership: Which Structure Suits Your Business?
Choosing your business structure is one of those early decisions that can feel deceptively simple - until you realise how much it affects your day-to-day operations, your admin and compliance, and (most...
9 February 2026
Expanding to the US? What Australian Founders Need to Know Legally
Thinking of taking your business to the US? Expanding into the US can be a huge growth opportunity - but it also comes with a legal landscape that’s very different to Australia....
9 February 2026
What Is an Incorporated Entity?
Choosing the right structure is one of the earliest (and most important) decisions you’ll make as a founder. It affects your legal risk, your ability to raise money, how you sign contracts,...
8 February 2026
ABN For Sole Traders: Requirements And How To Apply In Australia
If you’re starting (or growing) a small business, it doesn’t take long before you run into the same question: do you need an ABN as a sole trader? For many business owners,...
8 February 2026
How To Set Up A Discretionary Trust In Australia
Choosing the right structure for your business isn’t just paperwork - it can affect how you pay tax, protect assets, bring in partners, and plan for growth. If you’ve been searching for...
8 February 2026
ASIC Company Statement: What Startups And SMEs Need To Know
If you run a company in Australia, there’s a good chance you’ve seen an email or letter from ASIC around your “annual review date” and thought: is this urgent, and what am...
8 February 2026
What Is A Trustee? Understanding Trustees And Trusts
If you’re running (or planning to run) a business in Australia, you’ve probably heard people mention “a trust”, “trustee”, or even “Pty Ltd as trustee for the XYZ Trust”. For many small...
7 February 2026
Discretionary Trust vs Family Trust: Which Is Right For Your Business?
If you’re running (or about to start) an Australian small business, choosing the right structure is one of the biggest “set it up once, live with it for years” decisions you’ll make....
7 February 2026
Business Name Registration Cost Breakdown In Australia
When you’re starting a business, every dollar counts. You’re probably already budgeting for a logo, a website, stock or equipment, and maybe even your first hire. So it makes sense that one...
7 February 2026
Small Business Lawyer Melbourne: Legal Guide for Startups & SMEs
If you’re building a business in Melbourne, you’re operating in one of Australia’s most competitive and opportunity-rich markets. That’s exciting - but it also means the “legal basics” matter earlier than many...
7 February 2026
Trading Name vs Business Name In Australia: Key Differences
If you’re setting up (or growing) a small business, it’s very common to get stuck on naming. You might be asking: what’s the difference between a trading name and a business name...
7 February 2026
How To Register A Not-For-Profit Organisation In Australia
Starting a not-for-profit can be one of the most rewarding ways to build something meaningful - whether you’re solving a local community problem, supporting a cause, or creating a member-based organisation that...
7 February 2026
Can You Register A Business Name Without An ABN?
When you’re starting a business, it’s easy to get caught in the admin “to-do list” before you’ve even made your first sale. One of the most common questions we hear from new...
7 February 2026
Trust Deed Template: What To Know Before Using One In Australia
Setting up a trust can be a smart move for a growing business - whether you’re trying to separate assets from trading risk, bring in investors, plan for succession, or create a...
6 February 2026
Legal Checklist For Starting A Convenience Store In Australia
If you’ve been thinking about opening a convenience store , you’re not alone. Convenience retail can be a great small business idea because you’re meeting everyday needs - snacks, drinks, household items,...
6 February 2026
Sydney Business Lawyers: What Startups Need To Know
Starting (or scaling) a business in Sydney can be exciting - you’re in one of Australia’s most competitive markets, with customers, talent and capital all within reach. But that same opportunity comes...
5 February 2026
Legal Steps For Starting A Side Hustle From Home In Australia
Running side hustles from home can be one of the smartest ways to test a business idea, build extra income and eventually grow something that stands on its own. But here’s the...
5 February 2026
Ultimate Holding Company: Meaning, Legal Role and Why It Matters
If you run a business through more than one company (or you’re thinking about doing that), you may have heard the term ultimate holding company come up in accountant meetings, bank paperwork,...
5 February 2026
Takeaway Shop Legal Checklist: Permits, Leases, Employment & Contracts
Opening a takeaway shop can be an exciting move, whether you’re turning a family recipe into a local favourite, expanding from a market stall into a permanent location, or launching a new...
5 February 2026
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