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.
Events and updates
Smart poles project
Council is installing 20 smart poles across Brisbane to learn more about our city and operations.
Brisbane's key economic facts
Council collects information on Brisbane’s economic performance including key statistics and research, updated each quarter in Brisbane's Economic Profile.
Social Enterprise program
Do you have an enterprise idea that could create positive social or environmental impact?
Small business assistance
Council is backing Brisbane’s small businesses by reducing the cost of small business fees and charges.
Find what you need
Business Hotline 133 BNE (133 263)
Do you have a business question? Council has a dedicated 24-hour-a-day, seven-day-a-week hotline to support business in Brisbane. Businesses can access information on a range of Council topics including licensing, development applications, business opportunities and procurement.