Small business in Townsville

Starting a business in Townsville

1. ①

   Register an ABN

   Apply for a free Australian Business Number through the Australian Business Register.

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2. ②

   Register your business name

   If you trade under anything other than your own name, register it with ASIC ($44 for 1 year).

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3. ③

   Choose a business structure

   Sole trader, partnership, company or trust — each has different tax and liability rules.

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4. ④

   Register for GST (if turnover over $75k)

   Once you expect to turn over $75,000 or more a year, you must register for GST with the ATO.

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5. ⑤

   Check required licences

   Use the Australian Business Licence and Information Service to find what you need in QLD.

   Visit official site →

Small business support in Townsville

• Business Australia

  Membership-based small business advice, templates and HR support.

• Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ)

  Statewide peak body for QLD business with advocacy and training.

• Townsville Chamber of Commerce

  Local member network, breakfast briefings and council liaison for North Queensland businesses.

• ATO Small Business

  Tax, BAS, super, record-keeping and the small business newsroom from the ATO.

• Business Queensland

  QLD Government hub for starting, running, growing and exiting a business.

Free small business grants Townsville

• Business Boost Grant (QLD)

  $15,000 (up to 50% matched)

  Helps established small businesses with up to 20 staff in QLD improve efficiency and productivity.

• Advance Queensland Ignite Ideas Fund

  $50,000 – $250,000

  Backs QLD startups and small businesses scaling innovative products with market traction.

• Townsville City Council Industry Support Program

  $5,000 – $25,000

  Local council grants for events, training and sector projects that build the Townsville economy.

Always confirm eligibility and current status on the official funding body site. Grant programs open and close on rolling cycles.