How can we help?
We help our best entrepreneurs, innovators and researchers turn their best ideas into commercial successes. We all share the benefits of this success — and that supports Queensland and Queenslanders to be the best we can be.
Grants and Programs
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Australian Government Self-Employment Assistance Program
18 Jan 2024 – 30 Jun 2027
Learn how to start your own business or grow your existing business with the Self-Employment Assistance Program.
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Female Founders Co-Investment Fund
18 Jan 2024 – 30 Jun 2027
Learn how the Female Founders Co-Investment Fund supports innovative women-led startups preparing for early-stage capital raise.
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First Nations Innovation Acceleration Program, managed by First Australians Capital
4 Feb 2025 – 4 Feb 2027 9am–9am
Boost innovation and entrepreneurial opportunities for mature Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses in Queensland. Learn about program goals, support…
Innovation stories
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Advancing Young Female Founders through AgTech
10 February 2026
The GrowHer program is building the next generation of female AgTech leaders across regional Queensland. Delivered through the Queensland Government’s Regional Enablers Program (REP), GrowHer empowers young women with the skills, confidence, and hands‑on experience needed to thrive in a…
Upcoming events
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AISX26 International Innovation Investment Trade Show & Conference
11 Feb – 12 Feb 2026 10am–4pm
Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
2684-2690 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach QLD 4218AISX26: Global Innovation & Investment event, Gold Coast. Connect with startups, VCs, & tech leaders. Focus: IP protection, early-stage funding.…
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Disability Friendly Business Basics micro-credentials
12 Feb 2026 12pm–9:59am
Online (virtual)
Improve diversity and inclusion awareness Enhanced skillset for effective service delivery Stronger connections with your customer base Opportunity to build…
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Disability Friendly Business Basics micro-credentials
13 Feb 2026 12pm–9:59am
Online (virtual)
Improve diversity and inclusion awareness Enhanced skillset for effective service delivery Stronger connections with your customer base Opportunity to build…
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Disability Friendly Business Basics micro-credentials
14 Feb 2026 12pm–9:59am
Online (virtual)
Improve diversity and inclusion awareness Enhanced skillset for effective service delivery Stronger connections with your customer base Opportunity to build…
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Disability Friendly Business Basics micro-credentials
15 Feb 2026 12pm–9:59am
Online (virtual)
Improve diversity and inclusion awareness Enhanced skillset for effective service delivery Stronger connections with your customer base Opportunity to build…
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Disability Friendly Business Basics micro-credentials
16 Feb 2026 12pm–9:59am
Online (virtual)
Improve diversity and inclusion awareness Enhanced skillset for effective service delivery Stronger connections with your customer base Opportunity to build…
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