Business Queensland
Making it easier to start, run and grow 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.
Western Queensland floods—support for agribusiness
Read about support available to agribusinesses impacted by western Queensland rain and floods.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred—disaster recovery grants
Grants are available for eligible businesses impacted by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Disaster impact surveys
Tell us how your business has been affected by recent severe weather.
Popular topics
Tourism Business Digital Adaption Program
More than $3 million in rebates are available for tourism businesses to future-proof operations and improve visitor experiences.
Queensland Small Business Month 2025 events
This May, help us grow and celebrate the vital contribution that our small businesses make to our local economy, by attending, or hosting an event. Register or find an event on our business events calendar.
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.
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.