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Do Business in Canberra

Do Business in Canberra

There's an ease to doing business here. Canberra offers the right environment for established businesses to grow, and for new and innovative companies to make their mark.

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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the ACT, the Ngunnawal people and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region.

Create the future

Thriving economy

With over 3 decades of sustained growth, our economic foundations and fundamentals are strong. Canberra offers higher-value business opportunities and lower investment risk.

One-tier government

Our one-tier system of government is unique to Canberra. It reduces bureaucratic hurdles, improves access and efficiency, and streamlines decision-making.

The perfect balance

Balance and wellbeing underpin our quality of life in Canberra. Nature is your neighbour here with over half our territory as protected nature reserve.

Progressive and innovative

Canberra is a testing ground for new ideas. We’re leading the nation on climate action, delivering on our commitment to net-zero and renewable energy.

A collaborative community

Here business collaborates locally to compete globally. You can grow your networks quickly and build enduring partnerships.

Knowledge heart of Australia

Our world-class education institutes are led by renowned academics, industry leaders and award-winning thinkers.

Discover

Key Sectors

Canberra is the natural home for space in Australia, with a long and far-reaching history of space research and development.

Success Stories

See how other businesses have succeeded by tapping into the support and advice available here in Canberra.

Goterra

How Canberra, with its short commute times and university and government connections, is helping Goterra thrive.

AeroPM

How AeroPM grew from a one-person consultancy to an award-winning veterans’ employer.

Carbon disruptors calling Canberra home

Why MCi headquarter their carbon startup in the sustainability friendly ACT.

Live

In Canberra there's more time to enjoy the things you choose.

Work

Be exposed to a host of career opportunities, from private industry to government and more.

Study

Whatever your field of study, you’ll find success here.

Visit

Come to Canberra for one experience, and find more than you expected.

Interested in doing business in Canberra?

Contact the business team for information and advice.

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