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Business Tasmania

Starting a business

Tasmania is a dynamic place to get your business idea out of your head and up and running. We are an island of entrepreneurs, with 97% of our business population made up of small businesses and the highest business survival rate in the country (source: Tasmanian Interim Business Growth Strategy December 2021).

If you are thinking about starting a business, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got you covered from having an idea, planning your business to expanding your place in the market and everything in between.

Click on any of the links to access more information and check out the tools section for handy checklists and templates.

You can contact Business Tasmania through ask@business.tas.gov.au if you can’t find what you’re looking for or have a suggestion for content to share.