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Checklist for people starting a new business

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

How to use the checklist

  • You can download the checklist in rich text format [RTF, 327KB]. You can then save the checklist on your computer and type notes in it as you find out what applies to your business.
  • This publication can be downloaded in Portable Document Format (PDF). Download Checklist for people starting a new business [PDF, 134KB].
  • To use the version below, you can select the ‘Printer friendly format’ icon at the top of this page for a clearer view.

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)

 

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: Monday, 30 June 2008

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