If you’re based in Queensland and affected by the recent flood disaster, the government has made available financial support packages and grants. Torrential rain and flood waters have impacted communities along the east coast from Maryborough in Queensland all the way to Grafton in NSW. Across south-east Queensland, at least 33 areas were inundated by […]
READ MOREFood and Beverage Manufacturing Grant
The federal government has recently announced a grant of up to $25,000 for small and medium food and beverage manufacturing businesses to assist with energy-saving projects. The aim of this grant is to assist businesses to improve energy efficiency practices and technologies and better manage energy consumption to reduce their power bills. They will be […]
READ MOREWomen in STEM and Entrepreneurship Grant
Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship grants encourage participation of girls and women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics leading to STEM education and careers. This grant opportunity provides funding to grow and expand existing projects that support women and girls regardless of their background to build STEM skills and succeed in high growth employment areas. […]
READ MORETourism and Hospitality Hardship Grant
Queensland tourism and hospitality operators facing significant financial hardship as a result of COVID-19 travel restrictions may be eligible for the Hardship Grant. Grants of up to $100,000 are available for a range of eligible tourism and hospitality operators. The $80 million program will support these businesses to continue offering a viable product and be […]
READ MORE2021 COVID-19 Queensland financial support
QLD COVID-19 financial support update Non-employing sole trader grant now available If you’re a non-employing sole trader that was financially impacted by a lockdown event, the Queensland government has made a $1000 financial support grant available to you. Applications are open now and will remain open until the 30 November 2021. For more information including eligibility […]
READ MORE2021 COVID-19 Business Support Grants for lockdown-impacted businesses in Queensland
Update 16 August 2021 Applications for the $5000 COVID-19 Business Support Grants will open at 12pm (midday), 16 August 2021 The grants will be available to eligible small and medium businesses and large tourism and hospitality businesses across Queensland affected by the August 2021 COVID-19 lockdowns. For all the information, visit the Queensland Government grants […]
READ MORENSW Government COVID-19 support package
Update 28 July 2021 NSW’s COVID-19 lockdown will go for at least another four weeks, prompting the state and federal governments to announce more financial lifelines for businesses and individuals. Here’s what you need to know: As of next week, the COVID-19 Disaster Payment will be boosted from $600 to $700 each week if a person […]
READ MOREBusiness Basics Grant
The Business Basics grants program provides support to businesses to increase core skills and adopt best practice. This support includes funded activities in 5 priorities: Professional business advice Business continuity and succession Training and coaching Website build or upgrades Strategic marketing services Business Basics Grant Program – Key Details Eligible business size:Â Â Â Â Small […]
READ MOREBudget 2021-22: The Balancing Act Budget
The Federal Treasurer, Mr Josh Frydenberg, handed down the 2021–22 Federal Budget on 11 May 2021. This was possibly the most anticipated budget in history as the government outlines its plans for economic recovery post-COVID. THE BIG NUMBER: Good news is Australia has experienced a stronger than expected economic recovery from the COVID-19 recession. This […]
READ MOREWhy are some businesses able to innovate while others can’t?
Identifying and embracing new ideas is a challenge for many businesses, especially those businesses who have not made this a key focus of their culture. This can be a major source of frustration for business leaders who realise that in order for the company to be as successful as it can be, it must be […]
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