There are many organisations and services that provide information and support specifically for small businesses.
Independent organisations and associations
Australian Copyright Council
Helps creators and copyright owners protect their rights under Australian law.
Website: copyright.org.au
Australian Industry Group
Provides workplace solutions, advice, support and representation to members of the manufacturing, construction, engineering and service industries.
Website: aigroup.com.au
Australian Investment Council
Represents the private capital industry’s participants, promotes the industry and encourages investment in growing business enterprises.
Website: investmentcouncil.com.au
Australian Professionals of Colour
Community dedicated to maximizing the potential and contribution of professionals of colour by sharing proven frameworks for building meaningful connections and developing new skills.
Website: apoc.community
Australian Retailers Association Victoria
Provides information and services to retailers and represents their interests.
Website: retail.org.au
Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW)
The online platform is a content tool for tourism operators and businesses to use to improve their digital presence.
Website: atdw.com.au
B Corporation
Certifies companies that meet high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
Website: bcorporation.net
Carbon Neutral Certification
Join over 500 business certified as carbon neutral.
Website: climateactive.org.au/be-climate-active
Climate-neutral Advisers
Climate Active have a register of consultants with technical expertise in decarbonisation.
Website: climateactive.org.au
Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC)
Australia’s ‘green bank’ with access to more than $30 billion from the Australian Government, the CEFC is investing in the transition to net zero emissions by 2050.
Website: cefc.com.au
Family Business Association
Provides access to specialist family business services in order to contribute to the sustainability of family businesses.
Website: familybusinessassociation.org
Green Finance
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) work with banks and co-financiers to deliver discounted finance.
Website: cefc.com.au/where-we-invest/investment-focus-areas/asset-finance/
HerBusiness
Provides resources and education for women in business as well as aiming to help businesswomen reach their full potential with access to mentors and role models.
Website: herbusiness.com
Industry Capability Network
Offers powerful procurement and supply chain tools.
Website: icn.org.au
Kinaway Chamber of Commerce
Provide business support and advice, help improve visibility and networks, strengthen relationships and create opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses across Victoria.
Website: kinaway.com.au
Mainstreet Australia
Support for main streets and town centres.
Website: mainstreetaustralia.org.au
Small Business Association of Australia
Supports and advocates for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). They work with governments and stakeholders to get a better deal for SMEs and help SMEs to connect with each other.
Website: smallbusinessassociation.com.au
Small Business Mentoring Service (SBMS)
Mentors from a diverse range of business backgrounds who are able to assist small business owners.
Website: sbms.org.au
Social Enterprise Network Victoria
Aims to connect, support and develop a thriving social enterprise community in Victoria.
Website: senvic.org.au
Social Traders
Industry body for social enterprise and responsible business
Website: socialtraders.com.au
Supply Nation
Australia’s leading database of verified Indigenous businesses: search by business name, product, service, area, or category.
Website: supplynation.org.au
The Startup Network
A not-for-profit organisation working with entrepreneurs, industry, community and educators to help grow Victorian startups. They can help you find the best resources and people for your startup.
Website: thestartupnetwork.com.au
Town Team Movement
Help businesses who want to work with and enable action by communities to improve their local area.
Website: townteammovement.com
Victorian Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Represents employers in Victoria and provides information and networking opportunities to businesses.
Website: victorianchamber.com.au
Victorian Small Business Network
Community of business owners in Australia.
Website: vsbn.com.au
Victorian Women’s Trust
Advocates for gender equality and social justice by funding initiatives, conducting research, and delivering programs that empower women in Victoria.
Website: vwt.org.au
