Doing
Business in Australia
Australian business is largely conducted in its cities. Sydney
and Melbourne in particular are large multi-cultural, sophisticated
cities. These world class centres demand a high level of preparation
and presentation from exporters.
Methods of payment
Most business in Australia is done on sight of draft or open
account terms. In order to ensure competitiveness in Australia,
it may be necessary to open business dealings on an open account
basis. Letters of credit may still be used in the formative
period of a business relationship, but once trust has been
established, payment typically progresses to the open account
system.
General business hours
8.30 am - 5.00 pm - Monday to Friday.
Holidays 2000/2001 Observance
Observed Australia-wide
Labour Day 2 October (NSW, ACT, SA)
Christmas Day 25 December
Boxing Day 26 December
New Year’s Day 1 January
Australia Day 26 January
Good Friday 13 April
Easter Monday 16 April
ANZAC Day 25 April
Queens Birthday 12 June (except WA)
Some Useful Sources of Information
Australian Customs Service : Information
for
travellers, importers, exporters and tourists to Australia.
http://www.customs.gov.au/
About Australia - Information on Accommodation,
Attractions, Tours, Places, Travel Tips, Travelpak, Culture,
Education, Health, Events, News, Sport, Transport, Facts,
Maps, Weather
http://www.about-australia.com/
Australian Financial Review: News Service - By Hour
http://www.afr.com.au/
AUS-info - Business directory
http://www.dcp.com.au
Trade information for exporters and importers of Australian
products
http://www.austrade.gov.au/
AusAid
http://www.ausaid.gov.au
Dept of Foreign Affairs and Trade
http://www.dfat.gov.au
Markets and Sectors
http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/australia/sectors.html
Market Access
http://www.tradeport.org/ts/countries/australia/market.html
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