Who we are
The Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) aims to create a fair and competitive environment for Victorian small business to operate, grow and prosper through its four functions – advocacy, dispute resolution, monitoring and engagement.
Download the VSBC 2016-17 Annual Report.
About the process
Helping and supporting small business by:
– advocating on their behalf
– providing tools and information to minimise disputes
– providing low cost mechanisms to resolve disputes
– monitoring the potential impact of market trends and change
Engage
Connecting with the small business community to promote VSBC services and encourage informed decision making.
Advocate
Advocating on issues affecting small businesses and their operating environment.
Monitor
Monitoring the impact of market trends, legislation and government policies on small business.
Dispute
Resolution
Providing an efficient and low cost small business dispute resolution service.
Who we can assist
If you have dispute with another business, a not-for-profit, or a local or state government entity, the VSBC can help you to find a resolution. There are five main areas of dispute that we provide assistance with:
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1. General
Small BusinessThe VSBC helps small businesses to resolve disputes – allowing you to get on with the job of running your business.
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2. Retail Tenants
& LandlordsThe VSBC is the first port of call for dispute resolution services between retail tenants and landlords.
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3. Owner drivers or forestry
contractors & hirersDo you have a dispute with your hirer? If so, the VSBC can help.
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4. Farmers &
farm creditorsBefore legal proceedings regarding a farm debt default can be initiated, mediation must be offered to farmers by creditors.
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5. Taxi Drivers
& OperatorsAs part of reforms to the taxi industry, the VSBC has a new dispute resolution role.
Latest News
What matters to small business?
We want to know about the most important issues facing small businesses so that we can advocate on their behalf. The Victorian...
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Drouin & District Business Group launches new website
The Drouin & District Business Group has launched a new website http://www.drouindistrictbg.com.au. The site was developed as part of ...
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Free event to help Yarram and district businesses grow
Yarram and district small business owners will be encouraged to grow their businesses together at a free breakfast on Tuesday 22 May....
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Free events to help Sale and Maffra businesses grow
Sale and Maffra small business owners will be encouraged to grow their businesses together at free breakfast events this month. The busine...
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Landlords put on notice after retail lease decision
A case that has clarified the definition of what are retail premises will have serious implications for landlords and tenants who currentl...
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One stop shop for Drouin businesses
Drouin business owners will have direct access to government support and advice at a small business pop-up information centre in town next...
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Getting Started
If you’d like to speak to someone about how the VSBC can help, call us on 13 VSBC (13 8722). If you have a dispute, refer it to the VSBC using the online application forms.
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Australian Supplier Payment Code
The Australian Supplier Payment Code is a voluntary national code of fair payment from businesses to their small business suppliers.
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Creating a Mentally Healthy Small Business
Being in small business can be a rewarding experience. However, it’s not always an easy journey.
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Submit an application
Make an application for dispute resolution or download a form.
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News &
PublicationsThe latest VSBC news and upcoming events, as well as articles and publications of interest.