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Get a Free Website with the Queensland Government’s Business Basics Grant. No strings attached. No co-contribution needed. Just money to make your business better.
Ok, so here’s the deal: The Queensland Government’s latest round of the Business Basics Grant is offering small businesses up to $7,500. No strings attached. No co-contribution needed. Just money to make your business better. This presents an excellent opportunity for businesses to invest in various improvements, with website upgrades being a particularly valuable option.
The Basics
You’re eligible if:
- You’re based in Queensland
- You’ve been in business for at least a year
- You have fewer than 5 employees
- Your annual turnover is under $300,000
What’s It For?
The grant covers three key areas:
- Professional business advice
- Strategic marketing services
- Website build / upgrades
But let’s talk about number 3: Website upgrades.
Why Your Website Matters
Your website never sleeps. It’s your round-the-clock representative, often the first handshake between your business and potential customers. When you’re off the clock, it’s still on duty. But here’s the catch: if it’s not showing up well, it’s not just failing to represent you – it’s actively misrepresenting you. A subpar website doesn’t just miss opportunities; it pushes them away.
So, what does a good website do?
- It shows up when people search for you (or what you do)
- It looks great on phones (where most people will see it)
- It loads fast (40% of visitors leave a website if it takes more than 3 seconds to load *)
- Tells your story clearly (clear messaging, clear language & easy to use)
- Makes it easy for people to contact you or buy from you
* Find out how you stack up to new industry benchmarks for mobile page speed – Google
So, Why Upgrade Now?
- It’s essentially free. The Queensland government is picking up the tab.
- Your competitors are probably thinking about it too. Don’t fall behind.
- The internet isn’t going away. Your website is only becoming more important.
What You Could Do
The grant covers a bunch of things to do with website upgrades & rebuilds, including:
- Get a brand new, professionally designed website
- Overhaul your existing site to work better on mobile
- Add e-commerce capabilities to sell directly online
- Improve your site’s speed and search engine optimisation
At Strong Digital, we have created grant packages to help. We’ll foot some of the bill, the government will cover the rest.
How to Get It
- Submit an Expression of Interest
- If you’re shortlisted, you’ll be invited to submit a full application
Tips for Success
- Be clear about how you’ll use the money
- Explain how a better website will help your business grow
- Be specific about what you’ll improve and why it matters
The Bottom Line
A great website can transform your business. It can bring in new customers, make your existing ones happier, and save you time. And right now, the Queensland government is offering to foot the bill.
Don’t leave this money on the table. Your business deserves a website that works as hard as you do.
Ready to claim your free website upgrade? Head to the Business Queensland website and get started. Register your interest with us to get a quote so you are ready for your application – view our packages here.