- Queensland small and family businesses have received a funding boost as part of the Crisafulli Government's Business Basics Grants program.
- The program invests up to $7,500 in Queensland small and family businesses and their staff.
- Funding across all industries supports small businesses to adopt better practices, across areas such as digital communication, marketing, coaching and mentoring.
The Crisafulli Government has delivered hundreds of grants to Queensland small and family businesses to enhance their business skills and implement better practices to help grow their business.
Grants have been awarded to more than 600 small and family businesses, spanning a wide range of industries including construction, health and professional services, tourism and retail.
The grants focus is part of a program to ensure small and family businesses and their staff continue to grow.
It follows a bumper Small Business Month which moved away from the Labor Government-centric celebrations and prioritised meaningful engagement and direct support for businesses across Queensland.
Successful applicants have received funding to directly support projects such as launching digital marketing campaigns, upgrading digital communications and working with business coaches and mentors, among other initiatives.
Minister for Small and Family Business Steve Minnikin said the Crisafulli Government was committed to delivering a small and family business first approach.
"We are delivering grants across the State to small businesses to support their growth, which is vital to our economy," Minister Minnikin said.
"We have more than 495,000 small and family businesses and they employ more than 1 million Queenslanders and we expect that number to continue to grow significantly in the coming years.
"It's important we continue to support and empower our vibrant small business community to ensure they continue to flourish for years to come."
Southern Downs-based business Conrad Distillery is among the recent recipients. Co-Founder and Master Distiller, Debra Spence said she applied for the grant to boost the business' visibility and customer interaction.
"It's about making it easier for people to find us, understand what we do, and fall in love with our spirits. If no one can find you online, you're invisible. This grant changes that," Debra said.
Cairns-based business Aussie Ecotourism also secured grant funding. Founder and Owner Megan O'Toole highlighted how vital small business support is for regional operators. "Government support plays a crucial role in helping eco-tourism businesses thrive, particularly in regional areas, where operators might not always have access to the same infrastructure and marketing resources," Megan said.
Also backing the program, Redlands-based recipient Maria Dao, owner of handcrafted jewellery business, Araya Pearls and Gems, urged other small business owners to explore funding opportunities for their businesses.
"I encourage fellow business owners to apply and participate in these initiatives, it's a rewarding process that can provide the boost needed to take their business to the next level."
Visit business.qld.gov.au for the latest information on small business grant recipients and upcoming business grants.
