Grow your business in Canberra with the backing of a thriving, stable economy.

Great for business

Canberra is a secure and stable place to do business.

With over 3 decades of sustained growth, our economic foundations and fundamentals are strong. We’re home to the Australian Government, the largest buyer of goods and services in Australia. We offer higher-value business opportunities and lower investment risk.

Our track record and economic management speaks for itself – it’s why people do business here.

• Our construction and housing industries are expanding
• Urban renewal projects contribute to consistently high liveability ratings
• Our unemployment rate is one of the lowest in Australia
• We operate on 100% renewable energy
• Of the Eastern states, we have the highest gross state product (GSP) per capita and gross household disposable income per capita.

Find the latest key economic indicators at the ACT Treasury.

Access to the right support

The ACT Government actively supports business in the Canberra region.

We can help you set up and grow your business, so you’re free to upgrade your capabilities and expand your scope.

Find the information and resources you need to get export ready. Receive tailored business advice and financial support through our:

• government grants
• programs and support services.

There’s also no commercial land tax to pay, and no insurance duty – a first for Australia and only in Canberra.

With the highest threshold for payroll tax in Australia, you can grow bigger and faster here.

In Canberra, you’ll be growing your business in a region that’s thriving with you.

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