Checklist for people starting a new business

Check what you need to know about small business tax issues.

How to use the checklist

You can download a rich text format (RTF) version of the Checklist for people starting a new business (319KB). You can then save the checklist on your computer and type notes in it as you find out what applies to your business.   You can download a Portable Document Format (PDF) version of the Checklist for people starting a new business (134KB).

This checklist may not show everything you need to know if you’re starting in business – but it’s a great starting point. You can find more information from the websites and publications shown. We also suggest you seek advice from your tax adviser.

Do you need to know about …
Getting started (for example, legal structure, tax file numbers, ABNs)	Yes	No
Keeping records	Yes	No
GST	Yes	No
Fuel tax credits	Yes	No
Your employees	Yes	No
Paying tax	Yes	No
Support for small business	Yes	No

Last Modified: Wednesday, 4 November 2009