Business Resources

Thinking of starting a new business or need help running an established business?

Our Business Resources webpage is where you can find information and links to support you and your business. Expand the sections below to get started.

Starting Your Business

NSW Government: Things to consider before starting your business and the steps you need to take to get your business up and running.
https://www.nsw.gov.au/business-and-economy/starting-a-business
Australian Tax Office: Essentials to strengthen your small business at any stage, with the ATO online learning site.
https://smallbusiness.taxsuperandyou.gov.au/
Service NSW Business Bureau: Personalised business support and guidance.
https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/business
Service NSW Business Concierge Service: Your dedicated Business Concierge can provide ongoing one-on-one guidance at every stage of your business journey. We can help you over the phone, in person or online.
https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/business/business-concierge-service
Support for Women in Business: The Service NSW Business Bureau is here to help women start, run and grow their business, with access to available funding, education, networks, programs and services they need to succeed.
https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/business/support-for-women-in-business
Aboriginal Business Advisory Initiative: Coaching and advice delivered locally by independent Aboriginal business advisors.
https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/business/aboriginal-business-advisory-initiative

Running a Small Business

NSW Government: Learn about business compliance, obligations and regulations in NSW, and explore opportunities to grow your business.
https://www.nsw.gov.au/business-and-economy/running-a-small-business

Grow Your Business

NSW Government: Expand your product or service range, export goods, explore online options to reach new customers, hire staff, franchise your business and sell your goods and services to government or other businesses.
https://www.nsw.gov.au/business-and-economy/business-advice-and-support/grow-your-business
Industry Growth Program: The program provides an Advisory Service for startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) undertaking innovative commercialisation and/or growth projects that are within the priority areas of the Australian Government’s National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) and help build Australia’s manufacturing capability for the future.
https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/industry-growth-program

Your Business Toolkit

Dubbo Regional Council is committed to supporting business at any stage and are hands on in providing practical support.

Your Business Toolkit is regularly updated and provides handy links to information, resources and training for you and your staff to easily access.

Dubbo Regional Council Economic Development Team

Dubbo Regional Council takes a holistic approach to the region’s economic development, expansion, and growth. This involves working closely with businesses, educational institutions, and industry partners, all geared towards enhancing the liveability and overall productivity within our region.

https://www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au/Business-Investors/Economic-development/regional-economic-development

Stay Connected

Dubbo Regional Council: If you are interested in staying up to date with the local business news, data, tips, and opportunities subscribe here.
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Local Business and Industry Networks: The Dubbo Region is home to a thriving ecosystem of networks, business and industry groups.
https://www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au/Business-Investors/Networks-and-Opportunities/local-business-and-industry-networks

Your Street

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Road and Footpath Maintenance
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DRC&ME: Register with DRC&ME portal and have all of your transactions in one place, pay your rates, submit maintenance requests, report vandalism and more.
YourSay: Join the conversation, share your opinions and stay up-to-date on projects and plans for our region.

Education, Training and Research Groups

These groups provide capability training, capacity-building programs, and research local business environments in the Dubbo Region.

Phone or Internet Connectivity

Regional Tech Hub (RTH): If you are living or working in regional, rural or remote Australia and have a question or concern with your phone or internet connectivity? Find free personalised one-on-one support through the RTH hotline, booking system, connectivity reports, and escalation forms. We also provide resources and troubleshooting guides to help you learn more about mobile, internet, and technology options and stay up to date on the most recent advancements.
https://regionaltechhub.org.au/

Last Edited: 24 Jun 2024