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24 Aug

BNCC Members Save 8% on Corporate Health Insurance with Medibank

BNCC members can now save 8% ongoing on Corporate Health Insurance with Medibank, plus extra perks for you and your family.



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20 Aug

Queensland's New Science and Innovation Strategy: What It Means for your Business

The Queensland Government has unveiled a new 15 year plan to turn local ideas into businesses, plus STEM grants up to $25,000 now open.



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19 Aug

Supporting Women in Construction Grants Program

Construction Skills Queensland is investing $4 million to help more women build careers in construction. Grants of up to $500,000 are available for eligible projects.



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18 Aug

Free Micro-Credential Courses for Small Businesses

The Queensland Government has committed $11.5 million for free micro-credential courses to help small and family businesses build skills in areas like AI, cyber security and procurement.



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19 May

Budget 2026-27

The 2026–27 Budget was announced on 12 May. Find out what's available and what it means for your business.



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13 May

Entries Now Open for the FBA Excellence Awards 2026/27

Our friends at the Family Business Association have opened entries for the Family Business Excellence Awards 2026/27, celebrating outstanding family businesses and individuals across Australia and New Zealand. Entries close 12 July 2026.



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7 Apr

Queensland Small Business Expo

Business Queensland is hosting a free Small Business Expo at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on Tuesday 26 May as part of Queensland Small Business Month. Support, exhibitions and presentations for businesses at every stage.



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2 Apr

Lord Mayor’s Multicultural Business Scholarship Program

Brisbane City Council is offering funded business training from short courses to bachelor degrees for aspiring leaders from multicultural and CALD backgrounds. Applications close 20 April 2026. 



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1 Apr

Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program

The Queensland Government is offering matched funding grants of $100,000 to $1.5 million for eligible manufacturers through the Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program. Round 1 closes Thursday 16 April at 1pm. 



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31 Mar

BNCC Member Benefit: Save on Corporate Health Insurance with Medibank

BNCC members can now access a boosted 12% ongoing corporate discount on health insurance through Medibank. Limited-time offer valid until 8 April 2026.



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25 Mar

Visual Merchandising Training Program

Brisbane City Council is offering a fully funded visual merchandising training program for eligible retailers located within Brisbane’s Local Government Area.



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16 Mar

Free Workshop | Navigating Grants for Small Business: Research, Apply, Succeed

Ready to unlock funding for your business? Brisbane City Council is hosting a free workshop to help you find the right grants, assess your eligibility, and write applications that get results.



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26 Jan

Master Digital Skills in 2026 - Free TAFE Courses

The Institute of Applied Technology – Digital is now enrolling for stackable Microcredentials in Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security and Software.



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14 Jan

Queensland Procurement Policy 2026

The Queensland Government's refreshed procurement policy is reshaping how government delivers value for Queenslanders.



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4 Dec '25

Business Growth Fund Returns: ROI Open Now

The Queensland Government is offering grants of $50,000 to $75,000 through the Business Growth Fund to help innovative small and family businesses invest in the equipment, systems and tech that'll transform your operation.



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3 Dec '25

Free Business Planning Course

The FREE Business Planning Course, brought to you by the University of the Sunshine Coast and Queensland Government, runs 10–11 December 2025. Build a plan that helps your business grow with a clear path forward.



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27 Nov '25

Secure Communities Partnership Program

The Queensland Government is offering grants of between $5,000 and $20,000 (excluding GST) to eligible small and family businesses who have been significantly impacted by crime in the last 3 years. You must co-contribute at least 50% towards total project costs.



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12 Nov '25

Free Workshop: AI Strategies

Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t just another tool - it’s a business advantage. This focused workshop will unpack how consultants, freelancers, marketers, and small business owners can use AI to drive growth, improve efficiency, and deliver better results for business success.



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11 Nov '25

BCC Free Workshop | Mentoring for Growth

The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth program will be at the upcoming Nundah Small Business Hub to deliver free, face-to-face Mentoring for Growth (M4G) sessions for local businesses.



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11 Nov '25

Small Business Support Network

The Business QLD Small Business Support Network offers free financial counselling, wellness coaching, and other support services designed to help you and your business.



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