In August 2024, Council officially joined as a proud member of the Queensland Small Business Commissioner’s Small Business Friendly Program (SBF program).

Small businesses are at the heart of liveable communities, creating local jobs, growing the local economy and providing essential goods and services.

Being a Small Business Friendly Council ensures that small businesses are provided the opportunity to thrive and are supported by their Local Government through a consistent framework and approach across Queensland.

Committing to the simple, yet powerful SBF Program Charter, Council will focus on improving how we transact, interact and support small businesses in the Gladstone Region.

Council will continue to take a planned approach to deliver the most value for both Council and small businesses.

Queensland Small Business Commissioner Dominique Lamb joined Gladstone Region Mayor Matt Burnett to celebrate the milestone signing, and to introduce the program to local businesses.

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