This page has been set up to help local business find information
and links to news, updates and assistance during the current COVID-19 pandemic.
Helpful links: For Business: Updates for business & community NSW Government UPDATES FOR BUSINESS AND EMPLOYEES NSW Government BUSINESS GUIDE TO CORONAVIRUS Business Australia JOBSEEKER WAGES SUBSIDY Business Australia Work Health and Safety SafeWork Australia
HEALTH - RESOURCES: POSTERS, VIDEOS, ETC
Business guide to Coronavirus Coronavirus FAQS
Business guide to Coronavirus Latest news
Business guide to Coronavirus Employer's Guide
Business guide to Coronavirus NON EMPLOYING AND SOLE TRADER GUIDECoronavirus Business Resources (main link) Individual links to Business Australia resources below. Financial Support
A list of key assistance phone lines for Government, Banks and more. Assistance Phone Lines
A first aid plan can help business continuity when outgoings start to exceed income. Turning negative cash flow positive
Free Download: A letter to your landlord to broker alternative rental payment options. Asking for a Rent Reduction
Free Service: You could be eligible for a government grant. Browse +1500 grants online. Apply for a Business Grant
Need to save on your bills? Complete a Free Energy Comparison for your business. Energy comparison service
Need help with your website, social media or search engine ads? Book a free 90-minute consultation. Marketing Advice Employee Support
Free Service: One call to our Workplace Advice Team. They support over 26,000 calls a year. Call our Workplace Advice Team
Free documents: Legally prepared Leave Policy and other helpful documents. Managing Leave and Pay
Free documents: Legally prepared employment documents for impacted employees. Stand Downs and Redundancies
Free documents: Legally prepared checklists and policies on working from home. Remote Working
Manage your team's compliance and performance for free (for up to 5 employees). Online HR Solution
Free documents: Want to onboard an apprentice in your business? Apprentice Onboarding Documents
Article: How to develop a Mental Health Strategy to help foster employee wellbeing. Workplace WellbeingUnderstanding your Obligations
Up to date news and information on government shut downs and social distancing. Latest Government Announcements
Call our team for advice about employee termination, leave entitlements and more. Workplace Advice Line
Information from our legal team on WHS obligations and managing employees at risk. Workplace Health and Safety
Work with our award-winning legal team on Workplace and Commercial Legal Advice. Legal Advice
Free Service: Browse over 120 Modern Awards to understand wage and leave entitlements. Award Wage Service
Supporting Individuals and Households - Treasury News The Australian Government is providing financial assistance to Australians. This assistance includes income support payments, payments to support households and temporary early releases of superannuation.
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If your business has been affected by the coronavirus, contact the team of dedicated customer representatives who can help you on 13 28 46. They will be available to assist you with extended hours between 7am – 9pm across Australia, Monday to Sunday.
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Have a more pointed question?AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS LAWYERS & ADVISORS CAN HELP
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COVID-19 - New work health and safety resources
Safe Work Australia has published new information and resources on COVID-19 and work health and safety. Under the model work health and safety laws, employers have a duty of care for the health and safety of their workers and others at the workplace. The new information includes:
New information on minimising the risk of exposure to COVID-19 is also available for specific industries:
Safe Work Australia will continue to update these web pages and resources to provide the latest information to workers and employers on work health and safety and COVID-19. For more information, go to the COVID-19 Information for workplaces. Find out more from NSW HEALTH:
Support from BanksIf you’re dealing with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, or facing the impacts of drought, bushfire or flood, there are practical ways your bank can help. Australian banks have hardship teams ready to help you, depending on your circumstances. Assistance could include:
You can contact your bank’s financial hardship team on the web or on the phone. Latest media updates can be found here |
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