Businesses will get better access to grants, export opportunities and government tenders under the Service NSW Business Bureau. 

The new service allows prospective or current business owners to access practical information on how to start and grow their enterprise. 

With businesses facing inflation troubles, interest rate rises and a skills crunch, Business NSW CEO Daniel Hunter welcomed the state government’s investment in small businesses. 

“Members across the state say dealing with paperwork is often the most time consuming, unproductive and difficult part of running a business,” Mr Hunter said. 

“We see the Service NSW Business Bureau as a way to streamline paperwork and ultimately let mum and dad business owners get on with what they do best – growing their business.  

“We welcome the government’s approach to navigating red tape and its commitment to reduce it. It’s everyone’s business to ensure small businesses can go big.” 

The challenges for business remain very real. The inflation rate increased from 4.9 per cent in July to 5.6 per cent in September 2023, according to ABS monthly Consumer Price Index figures released yesterday.

Housing costs went up 2.2 per cent quarter on quarter. This was the second highest inflation category behind transport (including petrol and diesel), which increased 3.2 per cent. 

“Providing business support for both winning government tenders and exporting will also play a key role in growing small businesses – especially those struggling with cost of doing business issues,” Mr Hunter said. 

“What’s good for business is good for NSW.

“We look forward to working with the government to ensure the bureau’s services match the many needs of NSW businesses.”