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.

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.

North Queensland floods—small business recovery grant

Financial support is available to small and family businesses impacted by the 2025 North and Far North Tropical Low.

Popular topics

Vote for Queensland's best

Celebrate Queensland's 166th birthday by voting for 'all the best' things, including your business, across a range of categories.

DPI 25-year blueprint

Provide your feedback on the draft 25-year blueprint for Queensland's primary industries. Consultation closes 9 June 2025.

Nominate for the Export Awards

The Premier of Queensland's Export Awards recognise businesses across 15 categories including small business. Apply now to showcase your export achievements and grow your global footprint. Applications close 13 June.

Tariff updates—support for Queensland businesses

The United States has announced changes to tariffs affecting imports from Australia. Visit Trade and Investment Queensland for information on understanding and adapting to the new trade measures.

Small and Family Business First Action Statement

Read about the actions we're taking to put Queensland's small and family businesses first.

Secure communities partnership grants

Funding is available for local councils to help deter crime around small and family businesses and create safe areas for them to operate.

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.