Whitehorse Recovery Grants Package: Business
The Whitehorse Recovery Grants Package: Business provides support to the local Small to Medium Enterprises.
Three funding streams were available in the first round, all having an overarching focus on; business adaption, innovation, and resilience.
Applications for Round 1 closed on 22 July 2020, with Round 2 open Monday 8 February and close at 5pm on Friday 19 February. To keep updated on Round 2 dates, follow Whitehorse Business on Facebook or subscribe to our newsletter.
Whitehorse City Council's Coronavirus Relief and Support Package
Whitehorse City Council has committed to an immediate relief and support package worth $2 million, and work is underway to develop a further recovery and stimulus package worth up to $2.5 million.
This commitment includes providing support to local businesses. Council acknowledges that many business have experienced a severe impact, and that some businesses have been affected since January 2020. Visit Whitehorse City Council's website for more information.
Grant Finder
Grant Finder provides a comprehensive list of grant and funding opportunities available for local businesses, community groups, not-for-profits and individuals.
Business Resilience Package
The Victorian Government is investing $3 billion to help businesses impacted by ongoing restrictions and prepare for COVID Normal business.
The Business Resilience Package has a range of information regarding financial support for Business Support, Business Adaptation and waivers and deferrals.
Business.gov.au (Federal Government)
The Federal Government’s Coronavirus Information and Support for Business web portal includes information about support for sole traders, support available for employers, support available for companies.
In addition, there is information on relief for commercial tenants, supporting apprentices and trainees, increased and accelerated income support, and much more.
State Revenue Office Victoria
The State Revenue Office Victoria has a dedicated page related to Coronavirus relief including Land Tax Relief, Payroll tax waived for eligible businesses and Liquor licence fees waived.
Australian Taxation Office
The Australian Taxation Office have put together a dedicated section on their website of measures and tailored support during COVID-19 which includes information for Businesses and employers, individuals and employees and tax professionals.