Starting a Business in Greater Dandenong

Thinking of starting your own business or even relocating to Greater Dandenong? Well, there are a few things you will need to put into place and check off, this will include creating a business plan with concreate idea, ensure you have all required permits, and register your business.

There is plenty of assistance out there to ensure that you start off on the right foot and also comply with the various legislative requirements that govern small business.

Setting up a business

Setting up a business, writing business plans hiring and managing staff, money, profit and accounting are just some of the topics covered by the Business Victoria website.

• Why start or relocate your business to Greater Dandenong

• Economic Profile of Greater Dandenong

• Business Victoria

• Templates and business checklist  

• Starting a company   

Supporting local businesses Greater Dandenong Business is dedicated to serving the needs of our business community and strengthening the economy of Greater Dandenong and Melbourne's South East. Council supports businesses by: Promoting local success stories New business launches Assisting with food and tourism event applications Retail food and tourism promotions Council has produced a pamphlet titled 'Greater Dandenong Business - Supporting Local Business'. Download the Greater Dandenong Business - Supporting Local Business pamphlet

Starting a food business

There are specific local government requirements when operating a food premises in addition to the above. Click here to obtain an overview of the City of Greater Dandenong requirements.

• Starting a food business in Greater Dandenong

• Starting a health or accommodation business in Greater Dandenong

Home based business

Some businesses operate from a residential address, these are usually active small businesses, independent contractors or sole proprietors. By law, you may need a planning permit to use and develop land, renovate a building, or make changes on your land. Your home business activities cannot disturb, affect or have negative impact on your neighbours, you must also consider the impact of your surrounding which may include noise, odour or other remissions. Know the limitations and advantages of home-based businesses.

• Home based business

• Planning information for your property

• Home Occupation section of Greater Dandenong's Planning Scheme

Licences and registrations

The Australian Business Register can assist you with registering for an Australian Business Number, PAYG, GST, and an AUSkey.

• Check to see if your company name is available

• Register your business name

• Australian Business Register

• Register of an ABN

• License and registration

• Pay as you go (PAYG) withholding

• The Australian Securities & Investment Commission

• Australian Business Licence and Information Service (ABLIS)

Do I need a permit from Council?

You may require permits to start your business, it’s important that you have all the relevant permits before starting your business.

• Planning permits

• Building permits

• Health permits

Support for your business

Your business might need the extra support, use this opportunity and take your business to the next level with support from the Victorian government, from various grant opportunities, the small business bus and small business mentoring advice from experienced mentors to support and train small business. 

• Small Business Bus

• The Small Business Institute Mentoring information

• Small Business Mentoring Service (SBMS)

• Grants, vouchers and assistance programs

• Greater Dandenong Business Grants

Start Up Case Studies

• Biofuel Innovations Case Study (PDF 572KB)

• From Granny Case Study (PDF 559KB)

• SPEE3D Case Study (PDF 576KB)

• Uncle’s Smallgoods - Video case study (PDF 585KB)

Insuring your business

All businesses will need insurance, it’s a matter of knowing what insurance you will need for your business.

• What type of insurance does your business need?

• Worksafe insurance

Need more help?

For more information, please contact Greater Dandenong Business on 8571 1550 or email business@cgd.vic.gov.au.