Starting or buying a business
If you're considering, researching or developing plans for a new business use our guides, checklists, tips and templates to help you.
Start your new business journey by:
- taking our business readiness health check
- watching our starting a business video.
Business readiness health check
Take our quick online health check to discover if you and your business are ready to open.
Planning a new business
Develop your business idea, forecast your finances, and assess your personal skills.
Setting up a new business
Explore the start-up steps for licences, registrations, business names and legal structures.
Buying a business
Explore the option of buying a business. Learn about due diligence, valuations and contracts.
Buying a franchise
Learn about the pros and cons to consider when buying into a franchise business.
Business Launchpad
Use the Business Launchpad to find the licences and permits you need to start a business in Queensland.
Business Launchpad
Use the Business Launchpad to find the licences, permits and registrations you need to start your business in Queensland.
Tools and resources
Key elements of starting a business
Learn about the legal, regulatory, resource and finance elements of business before starting.
Writing a business plan
Find out how developing a business plan can help you to achieve your business objectives and goals - both short term and long term.
Costs to start and run your business
Understand common start-up costs and use our calculator to work out your start-up costs.