The Small Business Friendly Workshop hosted a number of different delegates from a variety of local councils and was presented by the NSW Government’s office of NSW small business commissioner.

LPSC mayor Andrew Hope said the workshop focused on ways to make it easier for local small businesses to operate.

“Small, local businesses are the lifeblood of rural communities not only through the services they offer but also for the employment opportunities they provide,” Cr Hope said.

“I am pleased we are all here today as we explore ways to cut red tape and provide easier environments for them to operate in.”

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Cr Hope said many supporting local business was a priority for LPSC and many new strategies were developed during the meeting.

“The workshop examined ways for Councils to support business creation and growth through regulatory reform, networks and knowledge sharing events and practical tools and resources,” he said.

“The workshop was particularly valuable to our economic development staff with ideas to identify, explore and share information and strategies to boost small businesses.

“Supporting and growing our local business economy is a priority for LPSC.”

LPSC will look to host more business workshops in the future.

“Later this month, we look forward to partnering with Service NSW and the Office of the NSW Small Business Commissioner to launch Easy to do Business, a free service where through one online portal businesses can receive step-by-step guidance and support across local, state and federal government requirements, to open and grow a business,” Cr Hope said.

“We will announce full details later this month.

“LPSC is delighted to be able to continue our support of local business by joining this program.”