Business Queensland
Making it easier to start, run and grow your business
Queensland Small Business Month
Queensland Small Business Month
Each May Queensland Small Business Month celebrates our small businesses and the vital contribution they make to our state's economy and to our communities.
Small and Family Business First Action Statement
Read about the actions we're taking to put Queensland's small and family businesses first.
Business events calendar
Find out about the latest business events that can help you to improve your business.
Disaster support for business
Natural disaster support for your business
Get financial help, support and advice about managing your business before, during and after a disaster.
Payments and financial help
Financial support is available for eligible businesses affected by recent severe weather in Queensland.
Western Queensland floods—support for agribusiness
Read about support available to agribusinesses impacted by the 2025 western Queensland rain and floods.
Ingham uninsured perishable stock losses grant
Learn if you're eligible for financial assistance if your business was affected by power outages in Ingham during the 2025 North and Far North Tropical Low.
Popular topics
Tourism Business Digital Adaption Program
Rebates of up to $2,500 are available for tourism businesses to future-proof operations and improve visitor experiences.
Employing apprentices and trainees
Find information and support for taking on an apprentice or trainee in your business.
Share your red tape examples
Tell us about examples of red tape that unnecessarily restrict Queensland small and family businesses.
Small business cyber support
Find out how to protect your IT systems and data. Make sure your business has a plan for dealing with cyber attacks and other online risks.
Register for a free business mentoring session
Discuss opportunities and challenges that you may be facing in your business with experienced business mentors.
Cash flow, invoices and debts
Learn about managing your cash flow and invoices. Find out what to include on your invoices, and how to manage debtors so that you get paid on-time.
Connect with Business Queensland
Keep up to date with all the latest information for Queensland small businesses.
Start your business
Business Launchpad
Save time and effort when starting and running a business. Use our online tool to find which licences and permits you'll need.
Setting up a new business
Learn about the process for turning your idea and business plan into an operation that's ready to trade.
Registering a business name
Learn how to choose, register, use and manage a business name.
Business readiness health check
Receive a personalised report with advice on key areas where your start-up plans may need further work, and resources to help you launch your business.
Small Business Hotline
Phone the Small Business Hotline on 1300 654 687 for information on support programs, grants and services for Queensland small businesses.