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Perplexed about HECS?

HECS debts are common among young Australians, but certain circumstances exist, you may be in for a nasty surprice.

Business Cost Assistance Program Round Four – Construction

The Victorian government’s grant program has been expanded to the construction industry. The program will remain open until 11:59pm on 9 November 2021 or when funds are exhausted, whichever is sooner.

Government Grants for Construction Businesses

The Victorian government has released limited details of the Business Cost Assistance Program Round 4 – Construction, providing financial assistance to businesses in the construction industry impacted by the recent shutdowns.

Victorian Covid Relief Payments Declared Tax Free

The Federal Government has passed legislation to enable the Treasurer to decide which state and territory business support programs would be eligible for tax-free status, known as non-assessable non-exempt (NANE) income.

Small Business COVID Hardship Fund – Now Enhanced

The Victorian Government has announced an increase in funding for the Small Business COVID Hardship Fund, increasing the amount of the grant from $10,000 to $14,000.

Are COVID-19 grants and funding tax free?

Most people would think that money provided by the Government to support people and business during a crisis would be tax free. Otherwise, it’s like giving money with one hand and then taking it away with the other, isn’t it?

Help available for holiday accommodation providers

In response to the recent COVID-19 lockdown in Victoria, the State government has announced a support program for holiday accommodation providers.

Hospitality industry grant opens

Applications are now open for the Victorian Government’s “Outdoor Eating and Entertainment Package,” supporting Melbourne's hospitality industry.

Could this be your JobKeeper 2.0 lifeline?

Feeling stressed thinking you will miss out on the next phase of JobKeeper because you have failed the Decline in Turnover basic test? The next few paragraphs could be the stress-relief you need.

Victorian government grants – up to $20,000

The Victorian government has introduced the Business Support Fund 3 which provides Victorian businesses and charities with grants ranging from $10,000 to $20,000

The JobKeeper Extension

In late July 2020, the Federal Government announced an extension to the JobKeeper measure beyond its 27th September 2020 conclusion date, with further measures announced in light of the recent COVID19 restrictions imposed in Victoria.

$5,000 grants for business and charities

The Business Support Fund – Expansion has been introduced in response to the present Stage 3 “Stay at Home” restrictions announced in Victoria. Eligible orgnisations may be eligible for a $5,000 grant.