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COVID-19 Restrictions Regional Victoria & Melbourne | Postcode Checks | QR Codes | Business Support
Updated Friday 4 June Changes to COVID-19 Restrictions from Friday, 4 June The Acting Premier of Victoria has announced current circuit breaker restrictions will remain in place in Melbourne until 11:59pm, Thursday 10 June, with some small changes. Restrictions for regional Victoria are have eased as of Friday 4 June. Read the full statement…
Read MoreCircuit Breaker Business Support Package
The Victorian Government has launched a $250 million Circuit Breaker Business Support Package. Read the full statement here. Support is available to small to medium businesses and sole traders affected by current circuit breaker restrictions, including operators in the hospitality, retail, events and creative industries. 1. Business Costs Assistance Program The program provides $2,500…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Circuit Breaker Restrictions for Victoria from 11:59pm, 27 May
Following the Victorian Government’s recent announcement regarding Victoria moving to circuit breaker restrictions from 11:59pm tonight, Tourism North East is reviewing all current marketing activity and will adjust any travel messages to reflect the current restrictions. Please familiarise yourself with the circuit breaker restrictions including the five reasons to leave home, masks mandatory everywhere outside…
Read MoreRecord keeping for contact tracing – important changes effective 28 May
Updated 13 May 2021 From 28 May 2021, all venues and facilities required to undertake electronic record keeping must use the Victorian Government QR Code Service through the Service Victoria app. On the spot fines apply to businesses not adhering to QR Code requirements. To find out more about the Victorian Government QR Code service…
Read MoreWage Subsidies for Small Businesses
Eligible small businesses can apply for a wage subsidy of upto $20,000. The Jobs Victoria Fund is providing $250 million in wage subsidies to assist Victorian businesses to employ at least 10,000 people who are looking for work. The Fund will support employers to grow and recover while helping Victorians looking for work into steady…
Read MoreUpcoming Sessions to Upskill & Empower Businesses
Tourism North East invites businesses to join free sessions to learn new skills, get up to speed on current and emerging trends; and identify efficiencies to improve long term sustainability and success. Sessions are open to tourism businesses in Victoria’s High Country and are delivered both online (small intimate groups), and in various locations across…
Read MoreNew Fine For Businesses Flouting QR Code Requirements
On Thursday 13 May, the Victorian Government announced Victorian businesses found intentionally flouting the Chief Health Officer’s rules – such as the requirement to use QR Code systems – will be slapped with a new $1,652 on-the-spot fine. Venues and facilities are required to maintain an electronic record-keeping system for all visitors – which is…
Read MoreIndustry Update | 11 May
Venue capacity limits increasing, QR Codes mandatory, upcoming training sessions for businesses.
Read MoreRegional Development Victoria – Ride High Country Fund Round 2 is Open
$2.5 million in grants for the Regional Development Victoria – Ride High Country Fund is set to help local businesses attract more cyclists to the region, as announced by Minister for Regional Development, Mary-Anne Thomas. The grants are part of a $12 million, ten-year plan to continue building on the High Country’s strength as Australia’s…
Read MoreSolar Rebates Grant Announced
The Solar for Business Program, launched in March, is designed to support eligible businesses to save money on their energy bills by reducing the upfront cost of their solar installation. The announcement, by the Minister for Solar Homes Lily D’Ambrosio, included information on the eligibility for small businesses on how they will be able to…
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