Latest COVID-19 Support
Updated: 09/08/2021
If you are in need of support after the COVID-19 lockdown and work interruptions, here’s our quick reference guide to see where you could receive some financial aid. Let us know if you have any questions.
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BUSINESS GRANTS
Queensland Grants on offer
UNTIL 16th NOVEMBER 2021 Lockdown Business Support $10,000
OPEN NOW! For small employing businesses affected (30% downturn) by the South-East Qld lockdown on Saturday 31st July until Sunday 8th August.
AUGUST 2021 Lockdown Business Support $10-30,000
Applications open mid-August. Still in launch phase - keep an eye on this and be quick!For eligible businesses affected by lockdown on Saturday 31st July until Sunday 8th August.
JULY 2021 Business Boost Program $15,000 CLOSED
Funding was exhausted on 30/07 after only 40mins.MAY 2021 Business Basics $5,000 CLOSED
Was only open for 2.5hrs on 31/05 - crazy!MAY 2021 Business Growth Fund up to $50,000 CLOSED
Stage 1 registrations opened 11/05 and closed 02/06. An in-depth grant for eligible businesses who have a business plan in place and a demonstration on how the project (implementation of specialised equipment) will help your business achieve growth. Must have a trading history of 3+yrs and a minimum turnover $500K* Click here to find out more and see if the process is for you.
NSW Grants on offer
UNTIL 13th SEPTEMBER 2021 COVID-19 Business Grant toward business costs incurred 1 June to 17 July 2021 for eligible businesses affected by the Greater Sydney lockdown during 26 June to 17 July:
$7,500 for a 30% or more decline in turnover
$10,500 for a 50% or more decline in turnover
$15,000 for a 70% or more decline in turnover
Business Health Check
Click > to give your business a Health Check while you’re at it. These grants are extremely time sensitive so you need to prioritise your application and get in quick to not miss out. Let us know if you need any financial information to assist!
COVID-19 DISASTER PAYMENT
Various eligibility rules apply and the payment amount depends on if you currently receive a Centrelink payment.
If you don’t currently receive a Centrelink payment, a lump sum payment is available to workers unable to earn income due to a COVID-19 lockdown, hotspot or movement restriction. How much you may be eligible for will depend on your situation and eligibility.
If you do currently receive an eligible income support payment, the amount is $200 each week on top of your regular payment.
You can claim online through myGov from Saturday 7th August. Find out more here.
PANDEMIC LEAVE DISASTER PAYMENT
If you can’t earn an income because you must self-isolate, quarantine or are caring for someone with COVID-19, you may be eligible to a $1,500 lump sum payment for each 14 day period you must self-isolate etc. Find out more here.
Claim for this payment over the phone with Centrelink on 180 22 66 or download and complete the form.
If you need longer-term help, check what other support payments you may be eligible for.
FAIRWORK GUIDELINES
Reference links below for employment stand downs and leave guildelines for workers and workplaces affected by COVID-19 and restrictions.
Remember to stay positive, opportunistic and practical no matter what.
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