Western Business Leaders - COVID-19 Update #6 Bringing Energy To Our RecoveryHello, As restrictions ease over the coming weeks we look forward to a gentle re-introduction of business activity in our region. Now may be a good time to access the available resources and opportunities to help you recover, reset and re-imagine your business. We've had an overwhelming response to the City of Charles's Sturt Economic Support and Stimulus Package launched last week with businesses and artists applying for grants that will bring energy to our recovery and help them prepare for the future. If you know other businesses who would benefit from this information, share this email with them and encourage them to be part of the Western Business Leaders. Economic Support and Stimulus Package The City of Charles Sturt Economic Support and Stimulus package will inject $99 million dollars into the community over the next two years to support the economic sectors of our community. This commitment will help in assisting the community and local business recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and prepare for the future. Key highlights of the package include
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Please note: Businesses can apply for more than one stream subject to meeting eligibility and assessment criteria. Music and Arts Opportunities With our local live music and arts industry severely impacted by COVID-19 we were delighted to hear that The Gov one of Adelaide's most treasured venues had been awarded a $300,000 from the State Government. Grants may offer an opportunity to sustain or grow your business during the current challenging times. The COVID-19 grants funded by the City of Port Adelaide Enfield support creative activities and digital/virtual experiences that strengthen community connection or increase the diversity of cultural, creative, recreational or social opportunities. Applications are open now. The Arts and Culture Package funded by the City of Charles Sturt provides an opportunity for local artists and arts organisations affected by COVID-19 to engage with local audiences. #shoplocal We've loved hearing from you! COVID-19 Help And Advice For Your Business The Business Helpline has provided an invaluable opportunity for many of our sole traders and small businesses to talk about the issues they are facing right now and to plan for the future.
Complete the online form to receive a callback. Incredible Response To Free Short Courses By Our Members We had an outstanding response to our offer of FREE unlimited access to 50 short courses until December 2020 a a result of our long standing relationship with Torrens University of
Australia. You will find the course catalogue here. Business Survival and Recovery Webinars Aimed to help you survive the coming months and importantly, think positively about what to do differently and what to do better going forward. Facebook Security for Small Business A former rural journalist, Nan Berrett has had over 24 years' experience in media before turning her attention to social media training, support and management for local government and small business.
When: Wed, 27 May 11:00am - 12:00pm ACST Get Ready to Relaunch your Hospitality Business This is your opportunity to engage and service your customers in the digital area. Hayden is a dynamic marketer with over ten years' experience in tourism and digital marketing for small to medium-sized businesses and will provide practical insights, and recommendations to achieve greater success online. Hayden will cover:
There will be an opportunity to ask questions. When: Mon, 1 June 4:00pm - 5:00 pm ACST Cashflow the Big ChallengeAs business owners it is difficult to project cash flow and sustain it through difficult times. Using Social Media to Connect and Convert your CustomersLearn how to build more human connections by:
When: Fri, 9 June 11:00am - 12:00pm Support For Your Business COVID-Clean ToolkitAn opportunity for up to 5,500 members of the retail, hospitality, tourism, cleaning, security, transport and logistics sectors to access accredited training. The aim of this COVID-Clean Toolkit is to ensure South Australians can confidently return to supporting our local shops and eateries when health advice permits. Adapting Your Business to be COVID-19 SafeAs restrictions ease the downloadable social distancing signs are available below for assistance in keeping your business safe. This resource can also help you calculate the safe number of people permitted for the size of your room. To learn more about food safety, visit SA Health or contact your Environmental Health Team. State and Federal Support Emergency Grants - Closing Soon Last week more than 1,000 small businesses and not-for-profits received the $10,000 emergency cash grants. Job Keeper Key Dates - Closing Soon Job Keeper payments have now started flowing to businesses significantly impacted by COVID-19. This is an opportunity to access a wages subsidy to continue paying your employees, keep your staff and will help you restart when the crisis is over. |