Supporting your business
There is a wide range of services offering specialised advice, education and support to your business
Explore the support services available to your business
There are diverse range of support services and agencies available to local businesses, providing valuable resources and guidance to help you succeed.
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Available support services
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Service NSW Business Bureau, provides free, ongoing, and personalised support for your business. Talk to a Business Concierge on the phone, in person or online. Get independent advice from a Business Connect advisor. Manage government transactions with a Business Profile.
Our Business Concierge can provide help with:
- navigating government regulations
- licences and permits
- mental health support for you and your employees
- disaster recovery support
- resources and support for women in business and Aboriginal business owners
- financial assistance – vouchers, grants, and rebates.
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This is a government website for the Australian business community. This website has information, grants, services and support from across government to help your business succeed.
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The ATO is committed to delivering a better client experience for small business. A range of business support is available including tax topics, videos, workshops and live chat support. New businesses may be eligible for one-on-one personalised tax and super support through the small business assistance program.
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There a number of Central Coast business member and networking groups to help you on your business journey.
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DPIRD is dedicated to growing NSW primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to regional NSW, and our state. The Central Coast Regional Economic Development team provides end-to-end support for businesses in key engine, emerging and new industries wishing to set up or expand their operations on the Central Coast.
They work with industry and community to implement policies and programs that protect, support, and develop our primary industries and regional communities.
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Self-Employment Assistance, from the Australian Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR), provides a range of services for current and aspiring business owners, ranging from flexible individual Business Advice Sessions to a structured 12-month package of Small Business Coaching.
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TAFE on the Central Coast offers a wide range of training for entrepreneurs and individuals building a business, switching careers, or seeking to upskill in their current roles. Local business owners can use TAFE NSW’s online Study Seeker tool to identify courses that best suit their needs.
Need more help?
For all enquiries regarding setting up or growing your business contact Council’s Business Support Team via business@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au