MEDIA STATEMENT: Support Queensland’s small and family businesses this festive season

Support Queensland’s small and family businesses this festive season

• Support local small and family businesses right across Queensland
• The perfect gift is at one of Queensland’s small and family businesses
• Christmas makers market being held in Brisbane CBD

Have yourself a Merry Local Christmas and pick up the perfect gift at one of Queensland’s 480,000 small and family businesses.

Small and Family Business Minister Steve Minnikin said gifts produced by local small and family businesses are often overlooked by shoppers rushing to large retailers and multi-nationals.

“Small and family businesses make up 97 per cent of our state’s businesses and they are producing some high-quality products and unique gifts,” Mr Minnikin said.

“Whether you’re buying gifts to put under the tree, sourcing seafood for a family occasion, or using a local tourist operator while on holidays, I encourage Queenslanders to learn about what they’re purchasing and where it is produced.

“The Crisafulli LNP Government is backing Queensland small and family businesses to boost productivity and reduce red tape by providing a new focus for the Queensland Small Business Commissioner and a small business concierge service to streamline government support.”

The Government is hosting small and family business CBD markets showcasing a handful of local makers from south-east Queensland including food, homewares, jewellery and art at the following locations:

• 150 Mary Street on 4 and 5 December from 8:30am to 2:00pm
• 1 William Street on 11 and 12 December from 8:00am to 2:00pm.

Mr Minnikin said many small and family businesses had faced many challenges in recent years because of increased expenses and overheads.

“I’m encouraging all Queenslanders to support our small and family businesses this holiday season,” he said.

“These businesses are often key supporters and the backbone of many of our local community and sporting organisations and by sending our support to these businesses at this time of year, it will also support your broader local communities.” 

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