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Statistics on Small Businesses in Australia: 2026 Update

Read about all key statistics from 2024 for small businesses in Australia: employment, industries and failure rates.

What Is Capital Gains Tax (CGT)? A Guide for Small Business Owners

Navigating capital gains taxes in Australia? This is your comprehensive guide on what triggers CGT, how to plan for it, and mistakes to avoid.

What Is Payroll Tax? A Comperhensive Guide for Australian Businesses

Understand how to manage your payroll tax obligations in Australia. Learn when to register, how payments work, and ways to ensure ironclad compliance.

Top 5 Cities to Start a Business in NT (FY26)

The 5 fastest-growing cities to start a business in NT (FY26), ranked on Lawpath and ABS data, with growth rates and what is driving each.

Most Read Small Business Legal Guides

Partnership Agreement Sample

Learn how to create your free Partnership Agreement using our Sample.

What Is an Instalment Activity Statement? A Guide for Australian Taxpayers 

Did you get an ATO notice to file an IAS? Are you wondering what is an Instalment Activity Statement? Check out our detailed guide for tax compliance.

What Happens To Employee Stock Options When A Company Is Sold?

Employee Stock Options (or ESOs) are regularly used as part of staff remuneration packages in startups. But what happens when the startup is sold?

Resigning During Probation: How Much Notice? (2026 Update)

Resigning during probation in Australia? Find out your legal notice period obligations for full-time, part-time, and casual employees to avoid pay issues.

How Long Should Your Notice Period Be?

A notice period is a crucial time for you and your employer to prepare for your departure. Find out how long yours should be here.

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