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Legal

Learn how to comply with Australian business laws.

Legal essentials for business

Understand the common legal areas and laws that may apply to you and your new business.

Health and safety

Creating a safe workplace for you, your employees and customers you will minimise injuries and illness.

Fair trading

Ensure you comply with unfair trading laws to help protect your business and customers.

Contracts and tenders

Learn about your contracting rights and responsibilities as a business owner.

Bankruptcy and insolvency

Understand your options and how they apply if you have to declare bankruptcy or liquidation.

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