Queensland and federal governments announce joint $600m COVID-19 business package
3 years, 4 months ago

Queensland and federal governments announce joint $600m COVID-19 business package

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The pool of money for support grants for Queensland business hit hard by COVID-19 lockdowns has more than doubled, after the state and federal governments reached a funding agreement on Friday afternoon. Key points: The state and federal governments will each be contributing $300 million for the package The grants will now be tiered and based on business size Amanda Rohan from Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland said it was welcome news Queensland was set to open applications for a $5,000 business support grants on Monday, which had been funded to the tune of $260 million. "This dollar-for-dollar agreement with the federal government will see Queensland's contribution rise to $300 million and vastly increase the scope of support available to businesses right across the state." "We know the state government's support package of $5,000 hasn't quite hit the right mark with many businesses across the state," she said.

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New WA COVID-19 support package welcomed by businesses amid renewed border opening calls
2 years, 10 months ago

New WA COVID-19 support package welcomed by businesses amid renewed border opening calls

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Queensland businesses on edge as COVID-19 spreads despite 'relatively strong' holiday season
2 years, 11 months ago

Queensland businesses on edge as COVID-19 spreads despite 'relatively strong' holiday season

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A hefty price tag for small businesses complying with NSW Health COVID-19 restrictions
4 years, 4 months ago

A hefty price tag for small businesses complying with NSW Health COVID-19 restrictions

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Lakes Entrance businesses brace for drop in tourists after Melbourne's second COVID-19 lockdown
4 years, 5 months ago

Lakes Entrance businesses brace for drop in tourists after Melbourne's second COVID-19 lockdown

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COVID-19 drives $40million hole in Northern Territory tourism revenue for March alone
4 years, 5 months ago

COVID-19 drives $40million hole in Northern Territory tourism revenue for March alone

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