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Second round of government’s travel agent support program to provide $130 million
The federal government has launched its $130 million support package for Australian travel agents, inbound tour operators and tour wholesalers.
Stimulus package 2.0: What does the $66 billion package mean?
Yesterday the prime minister Scott Morrison announced a second stimulus package of $66 billion to help the economy survive the impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak. The federal parliament could sit for just one day today to pass the government’s stimulus measures as quickly as possible, before members of parliaments reduce meetings for social distancing purposes. […]
What the government tax exemption means for SMEs
In the wake of the recent bushfires, a number of measures have been announced by government to help fire-affected small businesses, their owners and their employees to recover and rebuild – including tax exemptions and grants. Crucially, whilst many of the grants and payments on offer would normally be regarded as taxable income (meaning that […]
Six steps to securing grant funding
Top tips to score a grant.
Vic Govt to spend $2.9m on startup education
The Victorian Government will invest $2.9 million in educating thousands of Victorian startups though the state’s startup agency, LaunchVic. Sixteen service providers have been selected to run the education programs, with up to 2,000 places available to Victorian startup founders and their staff. The programs will vary in length and format, and include short courses, intensive […]
Applications now open for funding to help small business pursue digital opportunities
Specialist advisers can now apply for grants from the Federal Government to help small business employers in metropolitan and regional areas take advantage of digital opportunities. As part of its Australian Small Business Advisory Services (ASBAS) program, the Federal Government will invest up to $18.02million over three years on the provision of low cost, high […]
Ten programs to empower women in business have received grants from the NSW Government
The NSW Government has awarded a total of $200,000 in funding to ten programs encouraging leadership and economic empowerment for women. The Investing in Women funding program offers grants of up to $25,000 per project for organisations that demonstrate practical and direct ways to engage and support women. Minister for Women, Tanya Davies, said the […]
Why Gemini3 received a ‘kick-start’ from St George Bank
You’ve got the idea, you’ve done the research and your plans are ready and waiting; but finding someone to invest in an untested business model seems nigh on impossible. It’s the usual conundrum. A recent report from the UK suggested that despite high levels of confidence amongst younger entrepreneurs, many are being held back by […]
Grants program calling for not-for-profits to apply
Australian Ethical, an Australian superannuation and investment company, is calling for applicants to its 2014 Community Grants program.
Government investment boosts business in Geelong
$29.5 million has been invested into Geelong, thanks to a grant funded by the Australian and Victorian Government and supported by Ford Australia and Alcoa of Australia.
Fake government grants: How to avoid scams
As small business numbers increase and more entrepreneurs look for capital, a growing amount of organisations claiming to be affiliated with the Government are looking to take your money.
Starting a small business with the NEIS
Eligible job seekers who are interested in starting and running a small business may be able to access assistance through the federal government’s New Enterprise Incentive Scheme (NEIS).
NAIDOC Week shines spotlight on Indigenous opportunities
Thanks to a number of different initiatives, Indigenous Australians are increasingly making their mark on the business community.
Recovery grants available for flooded small businesses
Clean-up and recovery grants of up to $25,000 are now available for small business owners who have been adversely affected by the 2013 Queensland floods.
Businesses receive better government support
Business owners can now find the government support and funding they need, following an update to the Federal Government’s online Grants and Assistance Finder tool.