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Migrant business ready

Services and programs to support new arrivals to establish and grow their small business.


Man and Woman face back to back - text Plan and grow your dream business

Migrant Business Ready Scholarship 

Are you ready to turn your business dream into reality?

The Migrant Business Ready Scholarship is your opportunity to gain the skills, confidence, and connections to grow as an entrepreneur on the Sunshine Coast.

This fully funded program, proudly delivered by Sunshine Coast Council, is designed especially for migrants who want to start or grow a business. Over eight weeks, you’ll be guided by The Learning Coach, gaining practical tools, mentorship, and a strong network of peers and industry leaders.

What you'll experience:

  • 8 weekly coaching circles (2.5 hours each from 8 October – 12 November 2025).
  • Supportive, hands-on learning with other entrepreneurial migrants.
  • Clear steps to shape your business vision and bring it to life.
  • Practical skills in customer strategy, sales and marketing, financial planning, and risk management.
  • An online coaching portal to keep you connected between sessions.
  • A pathway to upgrade into a nationally recognised Certificate III or IV in Business.

Why join?

The program is more than just training – it’s about finding your voice, building your confidence, and creating a business that reflects your values.

You’ll be welcomed into a supportive community where your ideas are celebrated, your cultural heritage is valued, and your future is in your hands.

Who can apply?

  • Sunshine Coast residents aged 18+
  • Confident in spoken and written English.
  • With an ABN (or willing to register for one).
  • Committed to attending all eight sessions.
  • Ready to take your business idea to the next level.

Applications are now open!

Submit your expression of interest by 8 September 2025

Please email [email protected] for more information.

Level Up your business

Level Up provides information and support from Chambers of Commerce, industry groups and all levels of government to provide you with a centralised resource centre. Types of resources available:

  • business planning
  • networks and support
  • continuity planning
  • permits, licences, and regulations
  • grants, funding, and programs
  • sustainability in business
  • digital upskilling

Become a council supplier

Council prefers to support local businesses.  If you are a local trade or maintenance business please subscribe to council's tender alert service, you will also receive notification of council events for businesses.

New business assistance with New Enterprise Incentive Scheme

New Business Assistance with NEIS provides support to people interested in starting their own business or who need help to refocus an existing micro-business.

Business news

Stay up to date with business e-news and events, and find resources, tools and support for your business on councils’ website.