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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AgTech pioneer SwarmFarm Robotics transforms farming with autonom
30 January 2026
SwarmFarm Robotics, a Queensland-based AgTech pioneer, is transforming farming with autonomous robots. Their innovative solutions improve efficiency, reduce chemical usage, and enhance sustainability. Learn how Advance Queensland's Ignite Ideas funding helped them grow into a world-leading company.
Upcoming events
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Disability Friendly Business Basics micro-credentials
3 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
4 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
5 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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The Power of Her Story
5 Feb 2026 5:30pm–7:30pm
Smart Precinct NQ
143 Walker Street, Townsville City QLD 4810We’re thrilled to welcome Kathryn Giudes, Founder & Managing Director of ORCA Opti, for an exclusive fireside chat hosted by…
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Disability Friendly Business Basics micro-credentials
6 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
7 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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