Fire Hazard Compliance Notice 2025/2026

Kwinana rural property owners must install and maintain fire breaks by 1 December 2025. Non-compliance may result in fines up to $5,000. Fire Notices have been sent. Protect your property and community from bushfires.

Visit the Fire Safety page to view the 2025/2026 Notice

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Business Support and Resources

The City of Kwinana offers and promotes a range of programs that help you to launch your business and keep it thriving. You can find a range of helpful information and resources on this page to help your business be the best that it can be. Subscribe to the Thrive Business Bulletin for updates on funding rounds, events and more.

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Business Grants and Funding

Business Grants and Funding

The City of Kwinana offers Business Support Grants to support small local businesses to grow and prosper.

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Tell us about your business and how the City of Kwinana can support you.

Thrive Business Bulletin - Latest Editions

We profile a Kwinana business every month to our business community and on the City's Facebook page. If you would like us to promote your business, email us at ed@kwinana.wa.gov.au with up to 150 words describing what you do, and a picture of yourself or your product/service. Let's get to know our local businesses so we can refer and support each other's enterprises!

Local business workshops and events

Check out details of local upcoming events and training that may be useful to your small business.

    Events

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    Business Meet-up | Christmas Networking Lunch
    16 December 2025

    Business Meet-up | Christmas Networking Lunch

    Being self-employed means no big office do, no endless snacks, and no work Christmas party. But why should you miss out? Join us for an end-of-year networking celebration at Koorliny Arts Centre with other Kwinana small businesses, home-based businesses, freelancers and solopreneurs.

    Business Advisor Connect - January 2026
    28 January 2026

    Business Advisor Connect - January 2026

    Unlock Your Business Potential with Expert Guidance Running a small business can be both exciting and challenging. At times, you may find yourself facing situations that are outside your expertise, leaving you uncertain about the next steps.

    Business Advisor Connect - May 2026
    27 May 2026

    Business Advisor Connect - May 2026

    Unlock Your Business Potential with Expert Guidance Running a small business can be both exciting and challenging. At times, you may find yourself facing situations that are outside your expertise, leaving you uncertain about the next steps.

    Shop Local 

    Did you know that shopping local is one of the easiest ways you can ensure money continues returning into your community? Sometimes called the ‘boomerang dollar‘ effect, shopping locally and supporting small business means more money is channelled back to the community, jobs stay local, and we all benefit. That’s why the City of Kwinana is encouraging residents to Shop Local and help our small businesses remain the backbone of our vibrant, growing community.  

    It doesn’t matter how much you spend, and it doesn’t mean you have to make big changes to the way you shop. What matters is this question: “How can I Shop Local today?”.  Whether it’s using local tradespeople, buying local produce, visiting a new café, or supporting local arts, sports and entertainment venues, or spreading the word, every Shop Local choice can make a meaningful difference.

    Op Shop Local

    We're also encouraging residents to Op Shop Local - to donate, volunteer and reuse where possible. That's why we've created an Op Shop Local map so residents can easily access the op shops that impact our community in so many positive ways.

    Open the Op Shop Local map

    Business Training Solutions

    Are you looking to develop some specific business skills that are not listed? There is a host of external organisations that provide free or low cost training solutions on a weekly basis, Including:

    Tips for Promoting your Business

    If you are a local business in the City of Kwinana, there are a number of opportunities you can utilise to promote your business for free to the wider Kwinana community.

    Promote Your Events

    The City of Kwinana allows local community events to be listed on the What's On section of the website. To qualify, events must:

    • Be open to the public
    • Be community-focused rather than commercial
    • Take place at a public venue within Kwinana
    • Have all event details completed (incomplete listings won’t be accepted)
    • Be one-time events, not ongoing programs or courses
    • Have a clear purpose and audience
    • Align with Kwinana’s community vision in the City’s Strategic Community Plan

    To learn more, browse the What’s On or submit your community event.

    Using Social Media for Your Business

    Social media is a powerful, low-cost way for small businesses to reach people. You can create a Facebook or Instagram page for your business for free with easy online steps. There are a number of online resources that can assist you to either create a Facebook page for your business or to create an Instagram page for your business. 

    While the City of Kwinana uses its social media to promote its own programs and services, there are many local Facebook groups where Kwinana businesses can share their services and connect with residents. Many of these groups have specific days for business promotion. Be sure to follow each group’s rules.

    Some local Facebook groups to consider are:

     

    Signage for Businesses

    If your small business has a physical location, signage can help attract customers. However, street and advertising signs must follow the City of Kwinana’s local planning rules and policies.

    For details on all types of signage, including illuminated street signs and signs at bus stops or shelters, visit the street signs and advertisin​g page.

    Promotional Street Banners

    Local businesses can also hire promotional street banners on Gilmore Avenue in Kwinana (fees apply). For more information, see the City's Policy - Promotional Street Banner on Gilmore Avenue.

    Sign up to our eNewsletter 

    The City often promotes local small businesses through campaigns like Shop Local Stay Local. By signing up for the City’s business eNewsletter your business could be included in future marketing opportunities.

    Sign up for the City’s business eNewsletter

    Tenders and Contracts

    The City advertises its tenders via the TenderLink service. It is free to register your business and you will receive an email notification whenever a new opportunity is published.

    Learn more about the City of Kwinana's Tenders and Contracts here

    Business Support Services

    There are a range of free or low cost business support services offered by not-for-profit organisations as well as state and federal government agencies.

    • The Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) offers free business advice​ to help current and aspiring small business owners in Western Australia.

      The SBDC can assist with:

      • starting a small business;
      • business structures;
      • writing your business plan;
      • market research;
      • developing your business skills
      • business licences and permits; and
      • online business resources.

      The SBDC has a range of online resources to help you assess new business ideas and provides online advice on a range of topics including from marketing to business planning, intellectual property to employing staff and everything in between.

    • The Digital Solutions – Australian Small Business Advisory Services program works with small businesses to make the most of digital tools and offers broader advice specific to your business needs such as:

      • how digital tools can help your small business
      • websites and selling online
      • social media and digital marketing
      • using small business software
      • online security and data privacy

      Digital Solutions offers a 7-hour packaged service that includes 3 hours of one-on-one tailored support as well as group workshops or webinars

    • NewAccess for Small Business Owners – Complimentary counselling service

      NewAccess for Small Business Owners is a free and confidential mental health coaching program, developed by Beyond Blue to give small business owners, including sole traders the support they need.

      Over six sessions, coaches with a small business background will work with you to overcome difficult issues, providing you with practical skills to manage stress and get you back to feeling like yourself.

      ​Small Business Financial Counselling

      The service is free and confidential and is for businesses with less than 100 employees experiencing financial difficulties.  Small Business Financial Counsellors are qualified professionals who assist with independent information, advice, support and referral.

      Flexible appointment options are available.

      If you need help, financial counselling can help you take control of your finances by:

      • Helping you with Consumer Credit issues
      • Giving you access to information such as pamphlets and budgeting sheets
      • Providing information about policies and laws relating to bills, debts and fines
      • Informing you about government assistance that may be available
      • Helping you to develop money management skills
      • Referring you to other organisations that may be able to help
      • Outline your consumer rights and responsibilities
      • Provide you with general information about Bankruptcy.

    • New Enterprise Incentive Scheme

      New Business Assistance with NEIS can help you turn your business idea into a viable business. Over the last 36 years, NEIS has helped over 194,000 people become their own boss by starting their own business. NEIS offers free accredited small business training, business plan development, business mentoring and, if eligible, NEIS Allowance.

    Networking Opportunities 

    Expand your network and unlock business opportunities by joining the Rockingham Kwinana Chamber of Commerce. Connect with like-minded professionals and participate in the events that can help your business grow and thrive. If you are looking to grow your network within the local community, the RKCC is a good place to start.

    Join the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of WA and become a part of a vibrant network of professionals dedicated to fostering business growth and economic development. Enhance your visibility, foster valuable connections, and stay informed about the latest industry trends and regulations. Become a member of CCIWA today and take the first step towards achieving your

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    The City of Kwinana acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work and play, the Nyoongar people. We recognise their connection to the land and local waterways, their resilience and commitment to community and pay our respect to Elders past and present.

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