Southern Downs Regional Council
Southern Downs Regional Council works to support the growth, prosperity and liveability of the Southern Downs region. Through economic development initiatives, business support programs, community services, infrastructure planning and regional investment projects, Council plays an important role in creating opportunities for local businesses and communities to thrive.
Useful for: Economic development, grants and funding opportunities, planning and development approvals, community initiatives, regional projects and local business support.
Business Chamber Queensland
Business Chamber Queensland is the state’s peak business organisation, providing advocacy, support and resources to help Queensland businesses grow and succeed. BCQ represents the interests of businesses at all levels of government while offering practical tools, training, workplace relations advice, policy updates and networking opportunities.
Useful for: Workplace relations advice, business resources, training and events, advocacy, policy updates and business support services.
Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning
The Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning supports economic growth, regional development and investment across Queensland. Businesses can access information on grants, infrastructure projects, planning frameworks, investment opportunities and regional development initiatives designed to support business growth and strengthen local communities.
Useful for: Grants, regional development programs, investment opportunities, infrastructure planning and business growth support.
Department of Trade, Employment and Training
The Department of Trade, Employment and Training supports Queensland businesses, industries and workers through programs that promote skills development, workforce participation, training pathways and economic growth. The department provides access to apprenticeships and traineeships, employment initiatives, workforce planning resources and support for businesses seeking to attract, train and retain staff.
Useful for: Workforce development, apprenticeships and traineeships, employment programs, skills training, workforce planning and business growth support.
Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ)
Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) helps Queensland businesses access new markets, attract investment and grow internationally. Through a network of Trade Commissioners and industry specialists, TIQ provides support for export readiness, international trade opportunities, investment attraction and business connections both within Australia and overseas.
Useful for: Export assistance, international trade opportunities, investment attraction, market expansion, business connections and trade missions.
Workforce Australia
Workforce Australia connects businesses with job seekers, workforce support services and employment programs to help address staffing and skills needs. Employers can access recruitment assistance, wage subsidies, apprenticeship support, labour market information and tailored workforce solutions to attract, hire and retain employees.
Useful for: Recruitment support, wage subsidies, apprenticeships and traineeships, workforce planning, employment services and connecting with local job seekers.