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| | | | | Navigate your financial reports If you’re unsure of your business financials, then this article from the Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) will help you navigate your financial reports. | Learn more |
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| | What records should you keep? Learn the five rules of record keeping and ensure your business is compliant in this article from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). | Read more |
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| | How to choose a BAS or tax agent. Choosing the right tax or BAS agent can make a big difference in managing your finances. In this article from the Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) you’ll discover how to check if your agent is a registered practitioner. | Find out how |
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| | | Curtin Ignition – last call for applications! Have you applied for a Curtin Ignition scholarship yet? The City is sponsoring two places each worth $3750 in the world class Curtin Ignition program. This intensive, week-long program runs from 1-6 September and empowers aspiring business owners to make their idea a commercial reality. Who should apply? Whether you’re the founder of an early-stage venture or have a specific solution for a new or improved product or service, the Ignition program will help you define your business plan and chart a clear path forward.
Applications close on Friday 5 July for funded places. Apply now and take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey! Find out more about the scholarship on the City's website: Curtin Ignition Scholarship now open - City of Cockburn | |
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| | | It can be a daunting task to prepare a tender submission, so how do you meet the tender requirements while standing out from the crowd? In this workshop you'll be guided step-by-step through the process of planning, writing and submitting a clear and compelling tender submission.
Join Business Foundations in partnership with the City to hone your tender writing skills on Tuesday 30 July, from 9.30-11.30am. | |
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| | | Are you making the most of LinkedIn? You might have a profile on LinkedIn, but that doesn’t mean you’re using the platform effectively! Join award-winning Career Coach Alison Bannister for an engaging presentation tailored for small business owners eager to harness LinkedIn's potential at this month's Micro Business Networking group.
In this presentation you'll learn how to: - Build a strong foundation for an effective LinkedIn profile
- Start expanding your network and understand its importance
- Master the art of showcasing your professional story through skills, experience, and expertise
- Gain practical, actionable insights to kickstart your LinkedIn journey immediately.
Register now for networking in person and on LinkedIn. Before the session, download the LinkedIn app on your phone so you can connect with fellow business owners on the day. | |
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| | | Open now: Defence Industry Grants Program The new Defence Industry Development Grant (DIDG) is now available for small and medium businesses. This grant aims to support businesses that are building skills and products that match the needs of Australia’s defence industry. The program will provide funding to help businesses: - Strengthen Australia’s own defence capabilities
- Compete globally
- Achieve technical excellence
- Enhance national security
There are four key areas in the program: - Sovereign Industrial Priorities: focusing on developing Australian defence capabilities Grants up to $1m.
- Skilling: building a skilled workforce to support the defence industry grants up to $250,000
- Exports: helping businesses reach international markets grants up to $250,000.
- Security: ensuring the safety and reliability of products and services grants up to $100,000.
If your business is working in any of these areas, consider applying for this grant to support your growth and innovation. | |
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