Government websites in all states and territories list current, past and future tenders and contracts.

There may be opportunities for Australian businesses to tender for work overseas, with the help of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

Federal, state and territory government guidelines are available to assist you to plan, prepare and submit your tenders.

There are useful resources for suppliers including the Useful resources for suppliers including the Endorsed Information and Communication Technology Multi Use List (ICT MUL) and Industry Capability Network.

A range of taxes affect small business, so before you begin operating you'll need to know what you must do to comply with government taxation regulations.

The Australian Business Number (ABN) is a unique 11 digit identifying number that businesses use when dealing with other businesses.

FBT is a tax payable by employers for benefits paid to an employee or the employee's associate in place of salary or wages.

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a broad-based tax of 10 percent on the sale of most goods and services and other things in Australia.

Pay As You Go (PAYG) withholding is a legal requirement to withhold amounts for income tax purposes.

A Tax File Number (TFN) is a unique number issued by the Tax Office to individuals and organisations.

Pay-roll tax is a state tax on the wages paid by employers. It is calculated on the amount of wages you pay per month.

There are a number of different taxes that can apply to your business, depending on your location and business activity.

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is the tax that you pay on any capital gain you include on your annual income tax return.

Excise duty is a tax levied on certain types of goods produced or manufactured in Australia.

Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) is a tax payable by employers for benefits paid to an employee or the employee's associate.

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a broad-based tax of 10 per cent on the sale of most goods and services and other things in Australia.

Federal income tax is levied on the taxable income of a person or a business.

Residents and non-residents have different tax rates, which is why you need to find out what international tax obligations apply to you.

Land tax is an annual state government tax payable by the owner of land.

Pay As You Go (PAYG) withholding is a legal requirement to withhold amounts for income tax purposes.