Written in 2020. This particular funding round has closed — check business.gov.au for current grants. Queensland’s government introduced a grant program to assist small businesses adapting post-coronavirus. The initiative supports expenditures across multiple business stimulus categories, with particular emphasis on digital transformation.
Eligible Expense Categories
The grant covers a range of business costs, including:
- Professional advice supporting business sustainability and diversification
- Strategic planning for business development
- Marketing and communications activities, including content development for web pages, mobile apps, and media
- Digital and technological strategy development
- Digital training or retraining for new business models
- Specialised digital equipment or business-specific software for online operations
- Selected non-marketing expenses
Available Services and Support
Blue Platypus Digital can provide documentation supporting grant applications, including quotes for:
- Strategic marketing advice across all channels
- Lead generation programs
- Search engine optimisation
- Website enhancements including ecommerce functionality
- Video campaigns
- Sales advisory services
- Design services
- Referrals to photographers, coaches, and professional service providers
Grant Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Business closure or significant impact from COVID-19 restrictions (as of 23 March 2020)
- Demonstrated revenue impact over a minimum one-month period
- Fewer than 20 employees
- Valid, active ABN as of 23 March 2020
- GST registration
- Queensland headquarters
- Annual turnover exceeding $75,000
- Payroll under $1.3 million
- Not insolvent; owners and directors not undischarged bankrupts
Five-Step Application Plan
Follow these steps to put together a strong application:
- Verify initial eligibility
- Review application questions thoroughly
- Collect internal business information
- Obtain quotes from suppliers
- Compose thoughtful responses — professional writing is recommended
Need Help Applying?
Blue Platypus Digital can assist with quotes and supporting documentation for your application. Businesses ineligible for the grant, or those simply seeking general marketing guidance, are also welcome to get in touch for a strategy consultation.
This is a genuine opportunity for Queensland small businesses to invest in their digital future at a reduced cost. If you think you may qualify, act quickly — grant programs like this have limited windows and funding.
