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Small Business Support programs

These services are proudly funded by the Queensland Government and we’re delivering them on its behalf.

Free support for small business owners

Small Business Support North Queensland is funded by the Queensland Government to deliver free and confidential support through financial counselling, wellbeing support, and financial resilience activities.

These services help small business owners manage current challenges, make informed decisions, and build stronger foundations for the future.

Small Business Financial Counselling

The Small Business Financial Counselling program provides free, confidential and tailored support to Queensland small business owners facing financial hardship.

Our experienced financial counsellors work with small businesses to help them take control of their finances and plan for the future.

We provide practical, tailored support to help you understand and manage your business finances with confidence.

Support includes:

  • Business health checks to review your current financial position and identify practical ways to improve financial management.

  • Viability support to help you assess the long-term sustainability of your business and explore your options.

  • Risk identification and management to help you understand financial risks and develop strategies to reduce and manage them.

  • Debt support, including guidance, negotiation assistance and practical solutions to help manage outstanding debts.

  • Business planning support, including succession planning and updates to your business plan to support future growth and continuity.

Small Business Wellbeing Support

Free and confidential wellbeing support is available to help small business owners experiencing mental health challenges, stress, or personal and professional pressures.

Whether you are navigating personal or business pressures, our wellbeing coaches work with you to understand your unique needs, help reduce stress, improve overall wellbeing, and connect you with flexible business support.

Wellbeing coaches are available across Queensland, offering both face-to-face and virtual consultations.

You can access guidance and support to navigate challenges, strengthen your mental wellbeing, manage financial pressures, and build a stronger future for your business.

Small Business Financial Resilience

The Financial Resilience Program provides proactive, targeted support to help small businesses strengthen capability, improve financial management, and build long-term resilience.

The program equips small business owners with practical tools, knowledge and confidence to manage challenges, adapt to change, and reduce the risk of future financial distress.

Support is delivered through:

  • Workshops

  • One-on-one sessions

  • Tailored events

  • Practical business activities

  • Specialist guidance from experienced professionals

Focus areas include:

  • Cash flow management

  • Risk planning

  • Strategic decision-making

  • Financial management

  • Sustainable growth

  • Business resilience

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These services are proudly funded by the Queensland Government and we’re delivering them on its behalf.

Dedicated support when you need it most

There is no cost to access our service at any time. Our team is experienced and provides impartial, independent support designed to help your business.

Get in touch with our team sooner rather than later and we can help you and your business navigate your options and get back on track.