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Queensland Business Support

Businesses in Queensland are more likely to succeed if they seek and act upon the advice of a professional business adviser. This page should point you in the right direction.

"You don't know, what you don't know" is a great saying and so applicable to starting a business. There are so many considerations in the early stages that taking advice from an experienced business adviser will dramatically increase your chances of success.

See list of local business support organisations below.

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Free Startup Guide

Download the 2026 edition of our FREE guide

An interactive step-by-step guide which also includes all of the most important subjects covered with links to useful articles and relevant contacts.

This guide explains the key start-up subjects in simple English and points to where you can find help and support.

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Queensland Business Advisors

7 steps to business success

A useful seven step guide to starting your own business created by Queensland Government Business and Industry. You can read it online or print the whole guide and read at your leisure.

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Essential resources for business and intermediaries

If youre starting a business - or your business is about helping other businesses - the Queensland Government has a range of useful resources to help. These resources will help you develop a business plan, conduct market research, search licensing and support information, and access training opportunities. Includes: Business planning resources; Market research resources; Business licences and regulations; Grants and support services; Business skills; Digital channels and Related links.

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Essential resources for business and intermediaries

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Mentoring for Growth (M4G)

Mentoring for Growth (M4G) is a panel mentoring process delivered by the Queensland Government, with the support of private sector business mentors. M4G is designed to help businesses grow through access to a panel of 8-10 volunteer business mentors, matching business needs with industry experience. As a mentee attending an M4G panel, you will learn strategies for dealing with barriers to growth, and come up with solutions to move your business forward. You will also be challenged by the panel and encouraged to take a critical look at your current practices. M4G is a fully subsidised program for Queensland businesses. The industry mentors and convenors generously donate their time and knowledge.

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