Federal Government Departments
ABN Lookup
This site allows you to apply for an ABN online and hosts a database containing publicly available information on other businesses which have an ABN.
Agriculture Portal
One of the portals of the Australian Government Online Initiative, this site is an entry point for all things agricultural.
AusIndustry
The Commonwealth Government agency for products, services and information to support industry, research and innovation.
Austrade
A one-stop-shop for exporters, including information on export grants and government assistance, to export events and opportunities in international markets.
Australian Apprenticeships
All the information you need for employing a new apprentice.
www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au
Australian Bureau of Statistics
A good place to research census and ABS information, especially if your thinking of starting a bsuiness and want demographic details.
Australian Customs Service
For any business importing or exporting goods.
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
For business rights and responsibilities on complying with the Trade Practices Act.
Australian Industrial Relations Commission
The national tribunal to deal with employment issues.
Australian Taxation Office
All things "tax" related.
Business Entry Point
For information and links to all things "business".
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Australia
Responsibile for increasing the competitivenes, profitability and sustainability of these industries.
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Outlines trade policy and guidelines in Australia, with access to the Business Gateway which provides information on Business Services.
Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources
Government initiatives to promote internationally competitive and sustainable business in Australia.
GrantsLINK
Direct link to federal government grant programmes and how to write applications for grants.
Intellectual Property Australia
Information to secure your intellectual property.
National Innovation Website
Answers questions for business on how to implement new ideas and where to go for assistance.
Regional Entry Point
Source of government programmes and services available for people in regional and rural Australia
Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation
Information for people involved in rural and agribusiness industries including research, publications, R&D, industry programmes and articles.
Super Choice
Contains information for employees, employers and professional advisers regarding super choice
Tourism Research Australia
Provides tourism statistics based on national and international visitor surveys.
WageNet
Information about wages and conditions of employment in Australia for work covered by federal awards and agreements
Women's Portal
Relevant information about government services for women.
WorkChoices Portal
Information and contacts to understand the Federal Government's new workplace relations system