Brisbane Business Hub

23/06/2026

When Sarah Hackett and her two business partners launched in 2002, they had a hunch that Brisbane was ready for something different.

Twenty-four years on, is one of the most respected real estate brands in the country, with 26 offices, 800 staff, and $5 billion in sales last year alone.

Sarah recently joined us On The Couch at the Brisbane Business Hub to share the philosophies and pivots that have shaped her remarkable journey: https://businesshub.brisbane.qld.au/resources/news-and-insights/sarah-hackett-on-building-a-property-powerhouse

21/06/2026

⏰ 5 days to go!

Applications for the Lord Mayor's Business Awards close soon, and this is your chance to put your business in the spotlight.

For more than 20 years, the awards have celebrated innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping Brisbane's future. With 11 award categories, there's an opportunity for businesses of all sizes and stages to be recognised.

From emerging start-ups to established enterprises, the Lord Mayor's Business Awards recognise the businesses and leaders making a real impact. Entering gives you the opportunity to gain recognition for your success, elevate your brand, attract new opportunities and connect with Brisbane's thriving business community.

Don’t miss your chance to be recognised among Brisbane’s best.

👉 Applications close this Friday 26 June. Submit your application: https://beda.brisbane.qld.au/our-work/lmba



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18/06/2026

Last chance to register for our final Northstar Webinar of the season 🚨

If you've ever wondered whether funding is the right move for your business, or how to navigate the investment landscape with confidence, this session is for you.

Join Maaike Doyer, Founder & Managing Director of Epic Angels, and Fleur Madden, CEO of The Ginsburg and Brisbane's Women in Business Champion, for an honest conversation about what it really takes to secure funding and scale sustainably.

You'll walk away with:
✨ A clear understanding of the different funding options available and when each one makes sense
✨ Insight into how investor-ready your business really is
✨ Practical guidance on finding and connecting with investors who align with your vision

📅 Thursday 25 June
⏰ 12:00pm–1:00pm
💻 Online

Secure your spot: https://businesshub.brisbane.qld.au/events/brisbane/bbh/funding-demystified

16/06/2026

Before Edible Blooms became one of Australia’s most searched gifting brands, it was a Brisbane start-up with nine products, a small commercial kitchen and a founder willing to work things out as she went.

More than two decades later, Co-Founder Kelly Jamieson has built a business delivering moments of joy across Australia and New Zealand faster than every two minutes.

In The Brisbane Business Hub’s latest Northstar session, Kelly shared what scaling really takes once the first wave of success has passed, and why systems, structure and the right people matter more than ever.

Here are the key lessons from the session: https://businesshub.brisbane.qld.au/resources/news-and-insights/how-kelly-jamieson-scaled-edible-blooms-beyond-the-messy-middle

Don't miss the final Northstar session next Thursday 25 June. Secure your spot: https://businesshub.brisbane.qld.au/events/brisbane/bbh/funding-demystified

12/06/2026

As a business owner do you ever feel like you know your stuff, but articulating it... that’s the tricky part? If so, this is for you.

Brand strategist Olivia Muir, founder of VENN Co shares how to package your IP into powerful frameworks using her ‘Six P’s Framework’ to help you own your expertise and present it with confidence.

Ready to level up how you communicate your value? Explore our free workshops and mentoring here: https://businesshub.brisbane.qld.au/events

11/06/2026

Looking to make valuable new connections? Expand your network and connect with people shaping Brisbane's business landscape.

Join us at this month's BEDA Industry Networking event and spend the evening connecting with Brisbane's business leaders, industry professionals and key partners.

Designed to bring together people from across Brisbane's business community, this event is an opportunity to spark conversations, share insights and discover new opportunities in a welcoming and relaxed environment.

📅 Wednesday 24 June
🕕 5:30pm – 7:30pm
📍 The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba
🎟️ Tickets: $99

Purchase your ticket here: https://businesshub.brisbane.qld.au/events/brisbane/bbh/beda-industry-networking-june-2026

10/06/2026

What does it take to grow a business? ⭐ Not just a great idea, but the willingness to test it, challenge it and keep refining it.

Last week, we celebrated the first cohort of Pathfinder at Brisbane Business Hub, Brisbane’s first industry-agnostic early-stage growth program.

Over the past few months, 18 Brisbane businesses have worked alongside mentors, industry experts and fellow founders to better understand their customers, strengthen their business models and identify new opportunities for growth.

Delivered in partnership with Spark Consultants, Pathfinder was designed to help businesses move beyond instinct and build a more deliberate approach to growth, backed by practical tools, expert guidance and peer support.

Congratulations to the businesses that took part:
artisan, BBSafe - Building Blocks of Safeguarding Culture, Chez Nous Catering, Delectable Tours Five mile radius GLO Events Gov Ready IOrthotics Mumbleberry Nadu Red Rhubarb Sophic Hair Care Spree with Me The Equine Practice Company
The Joinery West End The Prop House Collective Tom's Pallets Urban Tours

Read about the growth insights and lessons uncovered throughout the program: https://businesshub.brisbane.qld.au/resources/news-and-insights/what-brisbane-founders-learned-about-growth-at-pathfinder

09/06/2026

Thinking about applying for the Lord Mayor’s Business Awards?💡

Hear from Alexandra French, founder of Nadu and 2025 recipient of oOh Media’s Micro Business Award, as she shares her experience from applying to winning and what it has meant for her business.

From valuable feedback to increased visibility, Alexandra’s message is clear. If you’re a business in Brisbane, it is worth putting your name forward.

Applications are now open, take the leap. Apply now: https://beda.brisbane.qld.au/our-work/lmba

05/06/2026

For Tom's Pallets, sustainability isn’t a business initiative. It’s the foundation of the business.

By transforming discarded pallets into valuable resources, the team has built a thriving Brisbane business that proves environmental responsibility and commercial success can go hand in hand.

Their commitment to innovation and sustainable practices earned them the Environmental Sustainability in Business Award at the 2025 Lord Mayor’s Business Awards, creating new opportunities, partnerships and industry connections along the way.

Hear from Owner and Managing Director, David Balfe GAICD as he shares the impact the award has had on the business and the lessons learned from building a company with sustainability at its core.

Think your business has a story worth sharing? Applications for the 2026 Lord Mayor’s Business Awards are now open.

👉 Apply before Friday 26 June: https://beda.brisbane.qld.au/our-work/lmba

03/06/2026

Step inside the real story of funding for women in business 💰

Join Maaike Doyer, Founder & Managing Director Epic Angel Collective, in conversation with Fleur Madden, CEO of The Ginsburg Firm and Women in Business Champion, to unpack the realities, challenges and smarter pathways forward.

This is a straight talking session designed to help you cut through complexity and make more confident decisions for your growth.

Here’s what you’ll take away:
✨ A clear breakdown of funding options and when each one makes sense
✨ Insight into how investor-ready your business really is
✨ Practical guidance on finding and connecting with investors who align

Register your place: https://businesshub.brisbane.qld.au/events/brisbane/bbh/funding-demystified

Join Maaike Doyer, Managing Partner of Epic Angels, for a clear and honest exploration of what funding really looks like for women in business, and how to make the right choices for your growth.