RESOURCES FOR
SMALL BUSINESS
Access practical tools, guides and resources designed to support your business at every stage — whether you’re starting out, growing, or planning for the future.
We’ve brought together a range of resources to help Western Downs businesses build confidence, strengthen operations and make informed decisions. These materials are designed to be practical, easy to use and relevant to the realities of running a small business in our region
BUILDING BUSINESS RESILIENCE RESOURCES
Following the successful delivery of the Building Business Resilience Program in 2025, Western Downs Regional Council, with funding support from Shell QGC, has developed a suite of free resources for the local business community. These resources have been created to support ongoing learning and provide practical tools that businesses can access and use through to 2028.
Covering key areas such as:
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Getting the right advice
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Grant readiness and writing
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Website fundamentals
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Business risk and scenario planning
These materials are designed to help you strengthen your business, plan ahead and build long-term resilience.
AUSTRALIAN TAXATION OFFICE RESOURCES
Stay up to date with the latest tools and information from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). These free resources are designed to help small businesses understand their obligations, prepare for tax time and manage their business with confidence.
NEW: TaxTools4Tradies
If you work in the building and construction industry, the ATO's TaxTools4Tradies hub brings together essential tax information in one easy-to-use location.
Designed specifically for tradies, it covers key topics including:
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Tax
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Superannuation
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Business registrations
Making it easier to understand your obligations and stay on top of your finances.
2026 Tax Time Toolkit for Small Business
Preparing for tax time? The ATO's 2026 Tax Time Toolkit provides practical information, calculators and resources to help small businesses prepare and lodge their tax returns with confidence.
The toolkit includes guidance on:
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Home-based business expenses
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Motor vehicle and travel expenses
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Digital products and software
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Using business money and assets
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Closing a business
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What's new for the 2026 income year
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
We also continue to provide access to our earlier Resources for Growth webinar series, focused on preparing your business for growth and managing your team effectively.
WHO ARE WE?
Business Navigator is here to provide practical coaching and assistance to help make your business journey smoother and more successful.
We genuinely want to assist you in finding the right direction for your business, and in developing the skills, knowledge and confidence to achieve your business goals.