In association with the Economic Development Charter(PDF, 1MB), Council has launched a new bi-annual Small Business Friendly Grant. For more information, you can read the Small Business Friendly Grant Policy(PDF, 94KB).
Round 2 – Strategic Consulting
The goal of this round is to support small businesses in the Longreach Regional Council area by funding short-term strategic consulting projects. These projects are designed to help businesses address a defined challenge or opportunity in a strategic area of their choosing.
Businesses can apply for up to $2,000 in funding, which must be matched by the applicant at an equal or greater value. This round helps small businesses in the Longreach region access short-term, strategic consulting services. You can use the funding to engage a consultant for help with:
- HR or recruitment strategy
- Legal advice (contracts, compliance, IP)
- Marketing and digital strategy
- Financial planning or modelling
- Preparing your business for sale or investment
- Succession planning
- Website creation or redesign
- Anything you need!
Projects must be strategic and one-off in nature—not for day-to-day or ongoing business expenses.
Applications must be received by 30 May 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.
- Applications open: Monday 28 April 2025
- Applications close: Friday 30 May 2025
- Funding awarded: At Council’s June ordinary meeting
View the guidelines(PDF, 117KB)
Download the application form and checklist(PDF, 148KB)
Completed application forms and supporting documents can be submitted:
If you have any questions or need assistance completing your application, please contact the Governance and Economy Team on (07) 4658 4111 or via email at council@longreach.qld.gov.au.