New check-in system for businesses across Victoria – Business owners across the state can now access a free QR code service for record keeping of customers. Read more here.

The Victorian Government has released a COVIDSafe Public Events Framework. View more here.

The summary of Last Step restrictions easing from 11.59pm Sunday 22 November is now available. Read more here.

Applications for the Sole Trader Support Fund has been extended until 30 December 2020. This funding provides support to non-employing sole traders operating out of commercial premises or locations within specific sectors. Read more

Financial support

Small Business COVID-19 and Bushfire Financial Counselling

If your small business has been affected by a bushfire or COVID-19, free help is available from a financial counsellor.
Support Line: 1800 413 828

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Business and Financial Counselling

EACH through the Partners in Wellbeing Program offer business advice and financial counselling to assist with business recovery and future goals. The financial counsellors provide free, confidential, independent expert assistance and support to small businesses regarding debt and financial issues. They can help you to access financial supports, grants and entitlements; assess options for dealing with debt and solvency issues; and refer you to experts such as accountants, business advisors, and legal advisors, who can assist you with developing plans to rebuild your business operations and develop actions and strategies to reduce risk.

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