Doing business in Brisbane
Council is committed to supporting Brisbane businesses. We provide resources and opportunities for businesses at any level of growth - from getting the right permits and licences, through to data to help research your new business and our 24/7 business hotline.
- State Government - Job support loans
- Federal Government - Cashflow boost
- Federal Government - Business grants
Current updates and events
Women in Business Grant
Council is supporting female business owners with a grant to grow and develop their business. Apply now for the Lord Mayor's Women in Business Grant until 9 December.
Pop-up Shop Program
Take your business to the next level — register your interest to trial a pop-up shop and you could be matched with an empty shopfront across Brisbane.
Suburban Shopfront Improvement Grants
If you’re looking to paint a mural, plant a green wall or re-tile your shopfront, you may be eligible for Council’s Suburban Shopfront Improvement Grant.
Free networking
Make new business connections in your local area at our free Networking in the Suburbs sessions across Brisbane.
Economic recovery
Read Brisbane's Economic Recovery Plan to find out how Council is supporting Brisbane's recovery.
Brisbane Business Hub
The Brisbane Business Hub supports local businesses to recover and transform in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Current tenders
Discover the tenders that are currently open for submission and plan for upcoming tenders.
Maker Entrepreneurship Program
This program offers micro-business training to creative makers wanting to grow and sustain their online businesses and connect with other makers.
Join us on Facebook
Join our Business in Brisbane Facebook group to connect with like-minded people and to hear more about Brisbane City Council's business offering.
Find what you need
Get your business in the Brisbane app
Don’t miss your chance to have your business listed in the Brisbane app.