About the Small Business Institute

A not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting small business and independent contractors across Australia.

Our mission

The Small Business Institute is building something worth reading — check back shortly as we expand our full manifesto and strategic direction.

What we do

We share practical, plain-English information on starting and running a business in Australia — covering employment, compliance, tax, insurance, and more. Our goal is to demystify complex legislation and provide actionable advice that directly impacts the bottom line of everyday businesses.

Who we are for

Small business owners. Independent contractors. Freelancers. Anyone navigating the reality of running their own business without a corporate support structure behind them.