The Shire of West Arthur is keen to grow its business community.  Our business and residential prospectus is available to view here (insert link to prospectus).  Please get in touch if you are thinking of starting a business in Darkan and we will provide you with assistance to get established.

The West Arthur Community Resource Centre is also available to provide office space, technology and business services.  Training courses are often run by the CRC.

There are a range of existing programs and organisations that can assist in establishing your business in Darkan:

• Australian Charities & NFP Commission (ACNC).  Defines cyber security, outlines your organisation's legal obligations, and explains how to manage the risks of cyber-attacks.  Includes resources, guides, checklist and templates.
• Small Business Friendly Corporation 
• Small Business Cyber Security Information and a range of resources, including the Small Business Cyber Security Guide, to help small businesses protect themselves against common cyber security threats.
• Wheatbelt Business Network 
• Wheatbelt Development Commission 
• Regional Development Australia 

If you have any queries or would like to explore additional opportunities, contact the Shire Chief Executive Officer. 

Industrial Land for Sale

Landcorp currently has two light industrial blocks (2936m² in area) available for sale in the light industrial area on Growden Place.  Contact the Shire for more details if you are interested.  

Dispute resolution

Are you dissatisfied with our services, one of our officers, or seeking to resolve a dispute with us? Are you aware that the Small Business Development Corporation has a Dispute Resolution Service available here?

Introducing the new look Business Licence Finder

Having the right information about business licences and permits is important because they provide protection to businesses, business owners and employees; ensure particular business activities are allowed under Australian law; and enable trading without risk of fines or penalties.

Common business licences or permits relate to:

• Running a business from certain premises such as a home or mobile van.
• Playing or using music in a workplace, on a telephone on-hold music, or a website.
• Doing certain types of work such as operating a food business, working from heights or removing hazardous waste.

Access the SBDC's Business Licence Finder here.