Small Business Centre

Central Coastal

INTRODUCTION

There are many ways that we can be of assistance to existing and new businesses in the Central Coastal region. Apart from providing workshops and seminars aimed at promoting business growth and health, we also act as a conduit and are able to source information and contacts for our clients.

For example we can arrange introductions to the various Shire councils and business associations for new clients. We also offer business advice to those considering starting up their own businesses.

Check out our 'Shire Council' and 'Links' page for more information...

At our Lancelin premises we offer meeting and presentation room

facilities including data projectors, screen, white board, broadband internet connection, secretarial services and can arrange special packages for businesses wishing to hold company sales and other events.

In short, whatever the business need in the Central Coastal Region, make us your first port of call, you'll find our service friendly and helpful.

 FINANCE
Government assistance for small business can take many forms, most commonly it is in the form of free or low cost advisory services. It is rarely by way of cash grants or loans to enable NEW BUSINESSES to start, or to help existing businesses overcome a shortage of funds. Usually this kind of funding has to be obtained via banks and other conventional lending institutions or through private means. Nonetheless, there are many State and Commonwealth Government financial assistance programs available for activities such as market and product development, and access is usually subject to eligibility criteria.

HOW TO FIND OUT ABOUT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Assistance is available through State and Commonwealth Governments. Information about specific programs can be obtained from the responsible department.

You will need to allocate some time to conduct research into what assistance is available and whether you fit the criteria. An excellent starting point is the use of search facilities via the Internet. If you donít have access to the internet, there are many places which offer free or low cost internet access, such as your local library or the Business Information & Licence Centre (BILC), 553 Hay Street (Cnr Pier), Perth.

Your Industry Association should be able to advise of any relevant assistance available, as it is often through their representations, that the government provides an assistance program. There are also various competitions which provide rewards, in cash grants or products, for innovation or excellence in business. The method of entry is submission of a comprehensive business plan and they are generally advertised widely in the media. The following information may assist with your research.

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As part of our service to local and prospective business, we regularly distribute a newsletter with up to date information on business happenings and events in the region. We hope that you will register and join our valued clients as a subscriber.