Small business support

The City supports business development and the local visitor economy in many ways. The Economic Development Team works with state and federal government to improve local business conditions and support the business community.

The team engages with the local business community, facilitates access to various services, partners with external organisations to provide business support and training and promotes the City and surrounding region as a visitor destination and business location. It does this by implementing the City’s Economic and Tourism Development Strategy 2021 – 2025.

Expert training and advice

Workshops, networking and free expert guidance in partnership with state and federal agencies

Supplier development

Support to become a supplier to local government, including tender registration and training

Business news and updates

Stay informed with our Stirling Business News featuring grants, training, and support programs

Celebrating success

Recognition through the Stirling Small Business Awards and local business expos

Community connections

Support for business associations, incubators, and co-working spaces like Stirling Business Centre

Engagement events

Supporting and hosting business breakfasts, forums, and networking events to connect with the local business community

Destination marketing

Opportunities to be featured in City-led marketing campaigns and initiatives

Access to grants and data

Free access to Stirling Grant Finder and local economic data to support smart business decisions

The SBDC provides free, expert advice and tools to help small businesses start, grow, and succeed. Their services include business planning, legal guidance, and dispute resolution.

Visit the SBDC website

The City of Stirling works with key tourism bodies to promote the Sunset Coast and support local operators. These partnerships help drive visitation, boost local spending and grow our reputation as a vibrant destination.

Find out more about our tourism and destination marketing initiatives here.

Through partnerships with Business Foundations and Business Station, the City of Stirling delivers practical, hands-on support to local businesses and tourism operators. Programs such as She Brews, digital skills workshops, and one-on-one advisory sessions are designed to build capability and confidence across a range of industries.

The City also works with key partners to improve operating conditions and access to services, including its role in the Small Business Friendly Local Governments initiative with the Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC).

Sign up to the City's newsletter to hear about upcoming workshops and opportunities.

The Stirling Business Association (SBA) connects local businesses through networking events, training, and advocacy. It’s a great way to build relationships and grow your presence in the community.

Join the SBA or attend an upcoming event

Supply Nation

Supply Nation is dedicated to growing diversity within the supply chain, by connecting Australian corporate and government organisations with its membership base of Indigenous business suppliers.

For more information, please visit the Supply Nation website.

Indigenous Business Australia

Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to access the skills, knowledge and resources required to start and grow a viable and sustainable business.

For more information, please visit the Indigenous Business Australia website.

Aboriginal Business Directory WA

Aboriginal Business Directory WA is a free service which gives Aboriginal businesses an opportunity to promote their products and services to potential buyers from government and private organisations.

For more information, please visit the Aboriginal Business Directory WA website.

At Stirling Business Centre tenants enjoy a collaborative community that offers coaching, training and networking to support the local small business owner to succeed and grow. The centre offers collaborative co-working, virtual offices, meeting and training rooms as well as pleasant communal areas to encourage interaction and engagement between tenants. With its vibrant feel and professional management Stirling Business Centre is the ideal stepping stone for your business journey.

For more information, please visit the Stirling Business Centre website.

Tradie HQ is a world first co-working facility specifically for tradies and trade based businesses.

Based in the commercial hub of Osborne Park, Tradie HQ blends classic open space, hot desk co-working and dedicated or shared offices with a modern, well appointed workshop with fabrication, set out, storage and training space.

Tradie HQ is the perfect stepping stone between working from home and getting your own commercial space to operate your business.

Email enquiries@tradiehqwa.com.au to book a tour or visit the Tradie HQ website.

Flowspace is a co-working hub in North Beach designed for small businesses who want a fantastic location, access to meeting and boardrooms, and to work in an open-plan environment with high speed Wi-Fi.

For more information, please visit the Flowspace website.

Integrity Business Centre is located in Osborne Park and offers 20 serviced offices in a variety of sizes to suit one to 12 people. There are also co-working meeting rooms and virtual offices that are available, in a range of pricing packages.

For more information, please visit the Integrity Business Centre website.

Regus have set up shared offices in Osborne Park, with a variety of options such as dedicated offices, meeting rooms, shared work spaces or a virtual office. Additional facilities include a 20-metre swimming pool, alfresco poolside café, fully equipped gym, barbeque facilities and full-size tennis court.

For more information, please visit The Garden Office Park.

The Perth Artifactory was established to promote the creative and artistic use of technology and offers a communal workshop in a large warehouse in Osborne Park. Members get access to tools, machinery and skills training, including a 3D printer, laser cutters and an electronics workbench, to make anything they want. Clients can use the facilities on a casual ‘drop in’ rate or a monthly membership, and it is a not-for-profit operation run by volunteers.

For more information, please visit the Perth Artifactory website.