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.
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.
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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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.
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.
The Business QLD Small Business Support Network offers free financial counselling, wellness coaching, and other support services designed to help you and your business.
Whether you’re looking to protect your business name, logo or phrase, a registered trade mark is a form of intellectual property (IP) protection that can help your enterprise grow.
Creative Workplaces is a new hub supporting fair, safe and respectful workplaces for creative businesses and workers across Australia
Most small businesses rely on guesswork instead of tracking what actually drives sales. Focusing on real metrics like lead sources and conversion rates helps you make confident, data-driven marketing decisions.
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Exclusive discount for BNCC members! Hosted on the Gold Coast from October 30th to November 1st, 2025, the Women in Business Conference is Australia’s premier event for female entrepreneurs, coaches, consultants, and service-based business owners. The organisers are offering BNCC members and exclusive discount to this conference.
Connect with global decision-makers and access international markets at the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors’ Forum in Dubai—Brisbane City Council’s premier event for business growth and strategic partnerships.
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Expert insights and strategies to help first-home buyers make confident, informed decisions.
Here's the thing about standing out – it's not about being the loudest person in the room, using confusing jargon, or having the flashiest
website. In a world full of "disruptive thought leaders" and "growth hackers," being genuinely yourself is what makes
you relatable.
Download the resources to get started with workforce planning, complete a workforce plan or address a specific workforce need.
The Australian Government's Real Jobs, Real Wages program offers valuable support to help employers expand and diversify their workforce.
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Small business owners often face an impossible choice: serve existing clients or find new ones. When you're stretched thin, both feel
equally urgent - and equally impossible to ignore. This is the so-called feast-or-famine cycle that traps so many entrepreneurs.
If you are thinking of scaling up, exploring new markets, or looking to connect with like-minded professionals, the insights in this year’s State of the City report are designed to help you make informed decisions and unlock new business opportunities.
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Free Brisbane City Council Workshop: Book in your small business for a free 45-minute session with an IDCARE cyber advisor.
Women-led businesses will have the opportunity to receive up to $5,000 in funding to support business growth through training, essential equipment, and professional services.
Feast or famine? Stop pausing your marketing when you’re busy. Steady, simple actions build lasting client flow and put you back in control.
Partial scholarships of $700 - $5000 are available to help women in select industries participate in world-class leadership courses.
Join this free 2-hour in-person workshop to explore the current landscape of AI in customer service, showcasing what's genuinely effective and how you can make intelligent choices for your business operations.
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This free webinar provides practical tips to help you prepare comprehensive and conforming tenders for government and private sector contracts.
Connect with established business leaders, emerging entrepreneurs, and key stakeholders who are driving Brisbane's economic growth while positioning your brand alongside the city's 2032 Olympic preparations and the unprecedented business opportunities ahead.
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There will be changes to the National Minimum Wage, registration fees, superannuation, energy bill rebates and reporting obligations for business owners from 1 July 2025.
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) offer a suite of Masterclasses designed to strengthen your small business knowledge.
The Nudgee Small Business Awards celebrate the hard work of local businesses and employees, with public voting open until 31 May 2025. Locals can vote online or via QR codes, with a chance to win one of two $100 vouchers to spend at a winning business.
Cancer Council Queensland’s Lexus for Cancer 2024 Raffle is your chance to win a stunning Lexus while supporting vital cancer research, prevention programs, and support services.
Enjoy presentations and connect with industry experts, successful entrepreneurs, and supportive services.
Celebrating 20 years of excellence, the Lord Mayor’s Business Awards are back to honour the innovators, entrepreneurs and game-changers driving Brisbane’s growth and transformation.
