Startups Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on startups for australian businesses.
Can You Trade Mark a Word in Australia?
Your brand name is often the first thing customers remember about your business. So it’s natural to ask: can you trade mark a word to lock in that brand and stop others...
21 December 2025
How To Set Up a Company in Australia With Foreign Shareholders
Bringing in overseas investors can be a smart way to grow your Australian business. The good news is that Australia welcomes foreign investment, and it’s completely possible to run an Australian company...
21 December 2025
Directors’ Resolution Template in Australia
Running a company means making decisions - sometimes fast. A clear, legally sound directors’ resolution template gives you a simple way to document those decisions so your governance stays tight and compliant....
21 December 2025
Associated Companies in Australia: Key Rules and Legal Risks
If you’re growing your business in Australia, it’s common to create or work with “associated companies” - for example, a parent company that owns several subsidiaries, a special purpose vehicle (SPV) for...
21 December 2025
Equity Vs Shares: What’s The Difference?
If you’re building a small business in Australia, you’ll quickly hear people talk about “equity” and “shares” - sometimes as if they’re the same thing. They’re closely related, but they’re not identical....
21 December 2025
What Is An Intellectual Property Clause?
If you’re working with employees, contractors, designers, developers or suppliers, there’s a good chance valuable ideas and assets are being created for your business every day. Your brand, code, designs, content and...
21 December 2025
What Is a Privacy Policy in Australia?
If your business collects names, emails, phone numbers, payment details, CCTV footage or even website analytics, you’re handling “personal information”. That means you need to think seriously about privacy. A Privacy Policy...
21 December 2025
Understanding Corporations Legislation in Australia
Thinking about registering a company or already running one? Understanding Australia’s corporations legislation is one of the best ways to protect your business, its owners and your customers. Don’t worry-you don’t need...
21 December 2025
How To Start a Consulting Business in Australia
Starting a consulting small business is a smart way to turn your expertise into a flexible, profitable venture. Whether you’re advising on HR, IT, marketing, finance, compliance, operations, or strategy, there’s strong...
21 December 2025
What Is A Licence?
If you run a small business in Australia, you’ll come across the word “licence” everywhere - from software and logos to music, photos, franchising and even trades that need government approval. But...
21 December 2025
Is a Pty Ltd Company Right for Your Business?
Thinking about the best way to structure your small business in Australia? A proprietary limited company (often written as “Pty Ltd”) is one of the most common options for growing ventures because...
20 December 2025
How To Run a Shareholder Meeting in Australia
When you’re running a small company in Australia, shareholder meetings are where the big decisions happen - appointing directors, issuing shares, changing your constitution or approving a major transaction. Handled well, they...
20 December 2025
Understanding Shareholder Oppression Claims In Australia
When relationships between co-founders or investors break down, it can quickly spill over into the day-to-day running of your company. In Australia, minority shareholders have a powerful legal avenue called a “shareholder...
20 December 2025
What Is a Special Resolution in Australia? Meaning and Requirements
If you run a company in Australia, sooner or later you’ll come across the term “special resolution”. It sounds formal (and it is), but once you understand what it means and when...
20 December 2025
Structuring Business Loans for Lenders and Borrowers in Australia
Cashflow ebbs and flows are part of running a small business. Whether you’re lending funds to another business (or to an entity in your group) or taking a loan to fuel growth,...
20 December 2025
Domain Name Requirements in Australia: Key Rules and Eligibility
Your domain name is often the first thing customers see. It’s your online storefront, your brand’s identity, and a key asset you’ll build on for years. But in Australia, you can’t just...
20 December 2025
Interest as Chargee: What It Means in Australia
If you’ve come across the phrase “interest as chargee” on a search result, a finance document or a customer credit form, you’re not alone. It’s a common term in secured lending -...
20 December 2025
What Happens If You Don’t Have An ABN In Australia?
If you’re starting or running a small business in Australia, getting an Australian Business Number (ABN) is usually one of the first admin tasks on the list. It’s quick, it’s free, and...
20 December 2025Upper Limiting Fee: Using Fee Caps in Australian Service Contracts
Pricing your services can be tricky. Your clients want certainty, but you also need to protect your margins if a project takes longer than expected. An upper limiting fee (often called a...
20 December 2025
Is a Trust a Corporation in Australia?
If you’re weighing up how to structure your business or hold assets, you’ve likely asked: is a trust a corporation? It’s a great question - and it matters. Your choice affects liability,...
19 December 2025
Agreement Vs Deed: What’s The Difference In Australia?
At some point, almost every business owner in Australia bumps into the “agreement vs deed” question. You might be settling a dispute, assigning IP, bringing in an investor or updating commercial terms...
19 December 2025
What Happens To Shares When Someone Dies In Australia?
Dealing with the death of a shareholder is one of those moments most small companies don’t plan for-until it happens. Beyond the personal loss, there are immediate legal and practical steps your...
19 December 2025Alternate Dispute Resolution in Australia
Disputes happen in business. An invoice goes unpaid, a delivery misses the mark, or a contract gets interpreted differently by each party. When tensions rise, your first thought doesn’t have to be...
19 December 2025
AFSL For Hire: How To Operate Under Another Licence In Australia
If you’re launching a financial services business in Australia, you’ve probably come across the phrase “AFSL for hire.” It’s a common industry shorthand for using another company’s Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL)...
19 December 2025
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