Victorian Government announces support package for businesses hit by coronavirus lockdown
3 years, 10 months ago

Victorian Government announces support package for businesses hit by coronavirus lockdown

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More than 50,000 Victorian businesses will be eligible for cash payments as part of a new package targeting industries that were hit by the recent "circuit breaker" lockdown. Key points: Eligible small businesses and sole traders could receive $2,000 payments under one program The popular travel voucher program will also be expanded to include metropolitan Melbourne Victoria's peak business body has welcomed the support, but an events group says more is needed The five-day lockdown was introduced on February 12 over concerns the Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport outbreak could worsen if it wasn't brought under control quickly. The Victorian Government on Sunday announced a $143 million "Circuit Breaker Support Package" designed to help businesses, including sole traders, that lost income as a result of the five-day lockdown. Package welcome but events industry calls for more support Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief executive Paul Guerra said last weekend was "devastating for business" and welcomed the support package.

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Here's a rundown of the COVID-19 disaster payments and business supports announced by Scott Morrison
3 years, 5 months ago

Here's a rundown of the COVID-19 disaster payments and business supports announced by Scott Morrison

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People and businesses in NSW facing economic hardship will receive increased support in the wake of packages announced by the state and federal governments. It means disaster payments already announced for people in COVID-19 hotspots will be expanded, and businesses doing it tough will get payments as long as they don't sack staff. COVID disaster payments are growing Earlier this …

Victorian live music industry offered coronavirus grants in $13 million support package
4 years, 3 months ago

Victorian live music industry offered coronavirus grants in $13 million support package

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The Victorian Government has announced a $13 million package to help the state's live music industry reopen with COVID-safe plans in place once restrictions ease. Key points: The package includes $9 million for 106 venues to help them survive the shutdown period The package includes $9 million for 106 venues to help them survive the shutdown period The Government also …

Victorian Government announces cash grants for business impacted by coronavirus lockdown, with focus on outdoor dining
4 years, 3 months ago

Victorian Government announces cash grants for business impacted by coronavirus lockdown, with focus on outdoor dining

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The Victorian Government has promised another $290 million to help struggling businesses survive lockdown and implement an outdoor dining culture that will be enjoyed "for many summers" to come. Key points: Today's announcement will help councils speed up permits for more outdoor dining and offer grants for businesses to buy outdoor furniture or convert rooftops and courtyards Premier Daniel Andrews …

Victorian Government announces $3b coronavirus business support package, targeted support for hospitality, ski resorts
4 years, 3 months ago

Victorian Government announces $3b coronavirus business support package, targeted support for hospitality, ski resorts

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The Victorian Government has announced a coronavirus business support package worth about $3 billion, which Premier Daniel Andrews calls the "biggest package of business support" the state has ever seen. Key points: The package includes more than $1.1 billion in cash grants for small and medium-sized businesses The package includes more than $1.1 billion in cash grants for small and …

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