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.
Business outreach program
Visit our outreach centres in SEQ. Talk to business experts about disaster recovery support.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred impact survey
Tell us how your business has been affected by the recent heavy rain and flooding.
Payments and financial help
Financial support is available for eligible businesses affected by recent weather events in NQ and SEQ.
Popular topics
Trading hours during applicable events
Emergency disaster planning declarations have been made in 29 local government areas to help restock shelves with essential goods.
Better Local Business grants
Business associations, chambers of commerce and local councils can apply for funding to run events during Queensland Small Business Month.
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.
Employing apprentices and trainees
Find information and support for taking on an apprentice or trainee in 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.
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.
Connect with Business Queensland
Keep up to date with all the latest information for Queensland small businesses.