The Real Business Count: How Many Entrepreneurs Does Australia Really Have?
On 26 August, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) released its latest Business Entries and Exits data. It shows Australia as having 2,729,648 actively trading businesses, marking a 2.5 % increase (or 66,650 more businesses) over the previous year. These figures are already being quoted in Parliament, dissected in research papers, and splashed across headlines as […]
Methodology for The Lawpath Business Index
A fresh lens on who’s starting businesses in Australia, and what their choices reveal.
What Is Time Off in Lieu? (2025 Update)
Rather than be paid overtime, employees can sometimes receive Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) for extra hours worked. Find out what this means here.
How to Find Your ABN (2025 Update)
Your ABN is your business’s key identifier. But what happens if you misplace it? Read to find out more.
What’s the Difference Between a Branch and a Subsidiary? (2025 Update)
A branch and a subsidiary are both sub-categories of a broader company structure. Find out what they are and how they’re different here.
How Do I Choose My Company Name? (2025 Update)
Forming a new company requires a lot of important decisions. Read on to find out how to choose a company name.
Buying and Selling a Business (2025 Update)
The purchase and sale of a business can be a legal headache. Read this article for everything you need to know about buying and selling a business.
How Do I File a Trademark? (2025 Update)
A trademark is a great way to protect your intellectual property. Find out how to file a trademark here.
How Do I Make A Will? (2025 Update)
A Will is an important legal document that communicates wishes to your estate. Learn how to make your will here.
How to Register your Business (2025 Update)
Learn about two aspects of registering your business: registering an ABN and registering a business name.
Why you should have a Social Media Policy (2025 Update)
An article that gives an outline of how a social media policy can benefit you.
What Is A Company? (2025 Update)
Find out what a company is and whether this might be the company structure for you.
What’s the Difference Between a Franchise and a Partnership?
Deciding what business structure to adopt is an important decision – find out the differences between a franchise and partnership here.
What’s a Product Disclosure Statement (PDS)?
A product disclosure statement (PDS) is a document you’ll see when you purchase a financial product. Read about them here.
Does It Matter Which State I Register My Company in?
Different laws may apply to your company depending on what state you are in. Read what you need to know here.
How to Onboard a New Employee Remotely
Trying to onboard an employee remotely? Not sure where to start? This article will cover the ins and outs of the entire process.
How Businesses Adapted in 2020
2020 was a year like no other. While there were many challenges, there were also many opportunities. Read on to find out how businesses responded to the unique events of 2020.
Small Business Digital Adaptation Program: How to Claim Your Rebate (2024)
Claim the cost of the Legal Plan via the Victorian Government’s Small Business Digital Adaptation Program.