Advice and resources for business owners

Below you'll find some useful resources and programs if you're starting or growing a business, or looking for general business advice. 

Redlands Coast Small Business Hub – Cleveland

Redland City Council and the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training are providing businesses with free support and advice on:  

• Recruitment and retention of staff
• Business planning and guidance
• Mentoring and support
• Government grants and funding
• Apprenticeship and traineeship support
• Skilling Queenslanders for Work
• Referrals to other agencies or organisations.

The Hub operates from the Cleveland Library on the third Thursday of each month from 10am to 2pm. The 2024 dates are as follows:

To book your appointment email southtraining@desbt.qld.gov.au

Resources for starting and growing a business

• Starting a business guide (Australian Government)
• Business planning template (Australian Government)
• Starting and running a business (Queensland Government)
• Business information such as registering a business name and getting an ABN (ASIC)
• Redlands Coast business toolkit [PDF, 2.5MB] - resources and contacts for existing and start-up businesses

Resources for retail businesses 

• Redlands Coast Local Retail Activation Toolkit - information and tips for retailers on how to enhance the customer appeal of your precinct

Support and networking groups

• Redlands Coast Chamber of Commerce
• Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ)
• Straddie Chamber of Commerce Inc
• Southern Moreton Bay Islands Chamber of Commerce
• Championing Redlands Coast - Redlands Regional Jobs Committee

Other links

• Licensing and permits information
• Business workshops and events