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Budget 2026-27

The 2026–27 Budget was announced on 12 May. Find out what's available and what it means for your business.



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13 May

Entries Now Open for the FBA Excellence Awards 2026/27

Our friends at the Family Business Association have opened entries for the Family Business Excellence Awards 2026/27, celebrating outstanding family businesses and individuals across Australia and New Zealand. Entries close 12 July 2026.



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5 May

The Power of Connection and Community

BNCC President, Simon Penrose discusses what opportunities and impacts the Brisbane 2032 Olympics will bring. 



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28 Apr

From Small Fry to Global Recognition

Trevor Bowman and Radmila Bowman transformed a humble startup into a global sports success. What began with a single innovation, a flat-spring basketball goal, has propelled them to become a leading designer and supplier of elite sports equipment trusted on the world’s biggest stages. 



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27 Apr

Unlocking Global Growth Through Brisbane 2032

The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games represent a major opportunity for local businesses in South East Queensland. Beyond the hype, the Games present an opportunity for real, tangible outcomes; strengthening Brisbane’s global profile, improving international connectivity and increasing trade and investment. 



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20 Apr

From Construction To Customers: Unleashing Business Growth Through Brisbane 2032

There is so much talk about the Olympics it can be hard to understand what the opportunity means for your business. We talk to a number of members who feel confused trying to interpret all of the available information and how it practically applies to their business. This article series is designed to explore these ideas with you.



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7 Apr

Queensland Small Business Expo

Business Queensland is hosting a free Small Business Expo at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on Tuesday 26 May as part of Queensland Small Business Month. Support, exhibitions and presentations for businesses at every stage.



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2 Apr

Lord Mayor’s Multicultural Business Scholarship Program

Brisbane City Council is offering funded business training from short courses to bachelor degrees for aspiring leaders from multicultural and CALD backgrounds. Applications close 20 April 2026. 



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1 Apr

Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program

The Queensland Government is offering matched funding grants of $100,000 to $1.5 million for eligible manufacturers through the Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program. Round 1 closes Thursday 16 April at 1pm. 



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