Advice and Support Services
Guides and information from government and private industry sources are available to help those who would like to start and/or improve their business.
- Business Victoria – Starting a Business Toolkit
- Small Business Mentoring Service – Free Resources to Help Start, Run and Group Your Business
- Australian Competition and Consumer Commission – Advice for New Business Start-Ups
- Sustainability Victoria – Reduce Your Energy Costs and Boost Business Productivity
- Consumer Affairs Victoria – Better Business Toolkit
- Good Access is Good Business(PDF, 6MB)
- Australian Limited – Guide to Exporting
- Startup Gippsland – Resources for Startups
Small Business Toolkit
The Small Business Toolkit is now available for download. This toolkit contains information on a range of topics applicable to small businesses, from starting up, to actioning growth plans. Developed by Latrobe City this resource is targeted to assist the growth of our local business sector.
Food Businesses
Latrobe City Council's Environmental Health team can provide advice and support for those wishing to set up or purchase a re-existing food business, within the municipality. Before you start construction or structural works we encourage you to contact the Environmental Health team so they can provide you information on the requirements of your food premises.
- Hospitality Guidelines for COVID-19(PDF, 6MB)
Accommodation Businesses
Latrobe City Council's Environmental Health team can provide advice and support for those wishing to set up or purchase a re-existing accommodation business, within the municipality. Before you start construction or structural works we encourage you to contact the Environmental Health team so they can provide you information on the requirements of your accommodation premises.
Health and Beauty Businesses
Latrobe City Council's Environmental Health team can provide advice and support for those wishing to set up or purchase a pre-existing beauty or health business, within the municipality. Before you start construction or structural works we encourage you to contact the Environmental Health team so they can provide you information on the requirements of your beauty or health premises.
Victorian Small Business Commissioner
The Victorian Small Business Commissioner operates a fair business environment for small businesses in Victoria. They assist businesses to resolve disputes, conduct mediations, and provide assistance at no costs or minimal cost to businesses.
For more information, visit the Victorian Small Business Commissioner or call 13 22 15.
Grants and Funding
The federal and state governments have tools that can assist you to determine whether you are eligible for a grant. Please visit business.gov.au and Business Victoria.
GrantGuru is also a great resource for businesses
Tax Assistance
The ATO provides free webinars (online seminars) on a variety of topics delivered by experienced tax officers. The webinars cover thirteen different modules including introduction to tax basics, income tax deductions, home-based businesses, small business concessions, activity statement essentials, goods and services tax, budgeting and record-keeping, super obligations, contractor issues, depreciation, employer obligations, and motor vehicle deductions.
Visit the Australian Tax Office website for more information on webinars available to business.
For more information, phone the Economic Development Team on 1300 367 700.