The LNP Government has launched an innovative community-led program to support regional small businesses to grow and thrive.
Up to $4 million is available in round one of the Regional Business Gateways program which forms part of the Government’s Small and Family Business First agenda,
Member for Scenic Rim, Jon Krause, said the program would support eligible chambers of commerce, industry, trade, and networking organisations, as well as councils to identify specific challenges or opportunities for small businesses in their regional communities.
Eligible applicants can apply for funding between $250,000 and $600,000 per initiative to:
- strengthen local supply chains and business to business collaboration
- support under-represented, early stage, and micro-businesses; and
- build resilience and operational efficiency in sectors facing long-term challenges, to sustain growth and regional development.
The Regional Business Gateways program is open for expressions of interest until 17 July.
Further information can be found at www.business.qld.gov.au/regional-business-gateway