Business support in Lismore

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Grow your business in Lismore

Lismore City Council offers comprehensive support for businesses, including tailored grants, educational workshops and community activation initiatives. Access resources like the Lismore Grants Hub, Loving Local Gift Cards and the Business Activation Plan to help your business thrive.

Business grants in Lismore

Access a range of business grants and funding opportunities in Lismore. Benefit from tailored support, expert advice and resources to help local businesses grow and succeed.

About LOLA - Laneways of Lismore Arts Festival

LOLA (Laneways of Lismore Arts Festival) supports local business growth by attracting visitors to Lismore’s CBD laneways. This vibrant community event combines arts, live entertainment and food to activate business precincts and strengthen the local economy.

Loving Local Gift Cards

Discover the Loving Local Gift Cards, a community initiative by Lismore City Council and Business Lismore. These cards encourage shopping locally, keeping funds within the community. Ideal for gifts, prizes, or corporate rewards, they can be used at participating businesses across Lismore and Goonellabah.

Lismore Business Activation Plan

Learn how Lismore’s Business Activation Plan revitalises local precincts through targeted events, urban upgrades and community partnerships—boosting foot traffic, economic activity and business resilience.

Lismore business education

Access practical workshops, training sessions and expert insights through Lismore’s Business Education program. Designed to support local entrepreneurs and small businesses, it enhances capacity, innovation and long-term success.

Tourism support in Lismore

Enhance tourism in Lismore with targeted support for operators — including marketing initiatives, event collaboration, visitor experience enhancements and regional partnerships to grow your tourism business.

Creative industries in Lismore

Explore Lismore’s vibrant creative sector through Council-supported initiatives like CONVERGE, public art programs, and mural guidelines. Access resources, policies and promotional opportunities to grow your creative enterprise in the Northern Rivers.