Small Business Hubs

At the Small Business Hubs, you can meet DESBT officers to discuss grants, business development programs and other opportunities to your business thrive.

Face to face appointments are available at our four Scenic Rim Small Business Hubs located at Beaudesert, Boonah, Canungra and Mount Tamborine Libraries.

We are here to help your business thrive.  If you are starting out, want to grow your business or need support to employ staff, we can help with:

• Free mentoring and business guidance
• Access to grants and financial assistance
• Resources to make it easier to employ apprentices and trainees
• Opportunities to supply to the Queensland Government
• Queensland Small Business Commissioner advocacy and support.

Scenic Rim Small Business Hub Details / Locations

You are encouraged to register for an appointment, however drop-ins to the Small Business Hubs are also welcome.  We can also contact you by phone or we can visit you at your business.

Please don’t hesitate to email us at [email protected] to book an appointment or if you would like more information about the Small Business Hubs.

Mentoring for Growth Day

Register for a 45-minute mentoring session to help you find the right person to talk to about challenges and opportunities in your business.
The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program offers free and confidential mentoring sessions where you are matched with business experts to help you understand business processes, talk through a problem in your business or identify business growth opportunities. We have multiple 45-minute sessions available each day.

Experienced M4G mentors can assist you with anything related to your business and you can register for a mentoring session at any time. Once you register your interest, the team will contact you to schedule an available session for your business

Date: 11 October 2023 (Multiple dates available)
Time: 9am-3pm

For more information, email [email protected]

Free Webinar: Get more for less on Social Media

Struggling to maximise your social media presence while minimising costs and time? Wondering why your posts are not getting traction?

In this interactive session, you’ll learn

• How to create engaging content
• How to better reach your target audience
• How to increase your online visibility

This webinar will provide you with actionable insights that you can implement right away to see results. Don’t miss this opportunity to get more for less on social media!

For more information, email [email protected]

Update from Scenic Rim Regional Council:

Council is calling for community members to give a shout-out to the region’s quiet achievers with nominations now open for the 2024 Scenic Rim Australia Day Awards.

Celebrating the contribution of grassroots groups and community champions across the Scenic Rim, the awards will be presented in four categories recognising those who make a positive difference to the lives of others.

Scenic Rim Mayor Greg Christensen said Council’s awards provided an opportunity to shine a spotlight on community members of all ages who often work quietly behind the scenes without any thought of recognition.

“These are individuals who are the heart and soul of our region and who give so much of their time as volunteers in our community,” he said.

“Now’s the time to repay that in a small way by taking the time to recognise someone special.

“We all know someone – whether a friend, family member, work colleague or community leader – who helps to make the Scenic Rim such a wonderful place to live and enjoy family life so let’s recognise their efforts with an awards nomination.”

Nominations for the 2024 Scenic Rim Australia Day Awards are open from Monday 11 September to Monday 13 November in four categories:

• Community Event of the Year Award, for the individual, group or organisation which has staged the most outstanding community event in the Scenic Rim region during 2023.

• Citizen of the Year Award (16-30), for an exceptional young person who is accomplishing great things in all walks of life and making an outstanding contribution to the Scenic Rim community. Nominees must be between 16 and 30 years of age as at 26 January 2024.
• Citizen of the Year Award (31-65), for someone who has been an inspirational role model to the Scenic Rim community over a number of years. Nominees must be between 31 and 65 years of age as at 26 January 2024.
• Citizen of the Year Award (65+ years), for an inspirational role model, whose example encourages others and contributes to creating a friendly, caring and engaged community. This person will have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the local community over a number of years and had a positive impact on a wide range of people in the Scenic Rim. Nominees must be 65 years or older as at 26 January 2024.

A special Mayor’s Award, recognising outstanding overall achievement, will be presented to an individual chosen from the nominees across all categories.

The Scenic Rim’s Community, Arts and Culture Portfolio Councillor Michael Enright also called on community members to get behind the Australia Day awards program.

“It’s important for us to acknowledge those who play key roles in the life of our region and help to create our strong sense of community,” he said.

“Events of recent years including bushfires, floods and the COVID-19 pandemic have highlighted the importance of community organisations and the strength of character of their volunteers.

“Our Australia Day Awards are one way to say ‘thank you’ to those whose contribution to our communities throughout the year – and often over many years – makes a difference.”

For further information on the 2023 Scenic Rim Australia Day Awards, or to nominate an individual or event, visit Council’s website scenicrim.qld.gov.au/grants-funding-awards/australia-day-awards/1

Tickets for the 2023 Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards Ceremony are on sale now!

Be sure to secure your spot! Tickets can be purchased online here

The event will be held on Friday 10th November 2023 at The Centre, Beaudesert, QLD.

The aim of the Awards is to showcase, promote and unite businesses like yours across the Scenic Rim by highlighting excellence in innovation, productivity and customer service.

Delivered by Scenic Rim Regional Council, the awards seek to highlight your ideals and aspirations while applauding your achievements and endeavours to succeed, whether you are a large, medium or small business.

The biennial awards, which will be presented at a gala dinner at The Centre, Beaudesert on 10 November 2023, will recognise excellence in innovation, outstanding customer service and productivity that have contributed to the increasing strength of the local economy.

The awards will be presented in the categories of:

• Excellence in Tourism and Accommodation
• Excellence in Hospitality – Food and Dining 
• Excellence in Retail 
• Excellence in Trades and Construction 
• Excellence in Agriculture 
• Excellence in Transport, Logistics, Manufacturing and Mining
• Excellence in Professional Services
• Excellence in Community Services
• Most Outstanding New Business
• Excellence in Business (20+ staff), and
• Trainee/Apprentice of the Year.

If you run a business, this event is a must! 

You’ve worked so hard on your business. Treat yourself, save the date and take the time to attend our Surviving Your Business Conference.

Hosted by Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce, this conference is packed with guest speakers, trade displays and information/strategies to improve mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. You’ll also learn all you need to know about obligations under the new WHS code of practice regarding psychosocial hazards. It will also include sessions on issues that impact upon day-to-day stresses of managing a business, including:
• Managing cashflow
• Attracting and retaining customers
• Accessing finance
• Attracting and retaining staff
• Dealing with difficult people
• Work-life balance

When – Thu 14th Sep 2023, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Where – 1 Nicholas St

Get your tickets here