For more information enquire for assistance HERE

On the 7th of July 2021, the NSW Government announced a major new grants package to help tens of thousands of small businesses and people across NSW impacted by the current COVID-19 restrictions.
With the current restrictions in place to protect people and keep the community safe, unfortunately businesses continue to incur costs such as rent, power and lost produce, and this will go some way to lessening that financial pain. 

Eligible businesses (including non-employing businesses such as non-employing sole traders) and not-for-profit organisations can apply for a one-off grant of $7,500 (tier one) or $10,500 (tier two) or $15,000 (tier 3) via one application:

• $7,500 (tier one): Businesses that have experienced a decline in turnover of 30% or more due to the Public Health Orders will be eligible for a grant of $7,500.
• $10,500 (tier two): Businesses that have experienced a decline in turnover of 50% or more due to the Public Health Orders will be eligible for a grant of $10,500.
• $15,000 (tier three): Businesses that have experienced a decline in turnover of 70% or more due to the Public Health Orders will be eligible for a grant of $15,000

These grants are specific to Small Business who have experienced a decline in turnover (as above) due to the Public Health Orders over a minimum 2-week period from 26 June 2021 to 17 July 2021 compared to the same period in June and/or July 2019;

Applications have now opened & will close on the 1st of October 2021.
There are guidelines of course & if you need assistance in finding out if you are eligible & applying we have business advisors who can assist you with information regarding your claims process. 
Enquire HERE

To get some guidance from one of our Business advisors regarding your obligations to the ATO contact us HERE.

To reserve your spot, email: melinda.atkin@regional.nsw.gov.au
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Ben Wyn & Brad Dolahenty owners of Wynergy Pty Ltd

Business Connect Advisor Derek Tink.  Book Derek HERE

Disaster recovery plan   
​It is crucial to any business to have a 'Business Plan'.  This plan is there to assist you to keep your business on track and in the right direction.

In the past 2 years (or more) it has been very difficult for most business owners to come anywhere near keeping their business headed in the right direction.  One thing that may not have been in 'the plan' is a Disaster recover plan.   

Preparing for disaster could mean the difference between your business being back up and running two days after a disaster or never reopening at all
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Step 1: Know your risk
Step 2: Plan now for what you will do
Step 3: Get your business ready
Step 4: Be aware
Step 5: Look out for each other

Now more than ever, are you disaster ready?   For more information go to the downloadable PDF below to get your
"Get ready toolkit 5 step plan".

Downloadable PDF below.

​Due to COVID-19, many people, who would traditionally travel to overseas destinations for their holiday, will now be travelling domestically to regional NSW destinations. To assist regional NSW tourism businesses to better meet consumer expectations, grants are now available to assist regional NSW tourism operators Refresh and Renew their product.

A grant of $10,000 excluding GST is available per applicant. The grants do not require funding to be matched, however the work proposed must cost at least $10,000 excluding GST. 

Eligible applicants include cafes, bars, restaurants, accredited visitor information centres, hotels, motels, caravan parks, visitor attractions, museums, galleries, conference and event centres or facilities.
Work could include fresh paint, new curtains, new carpet, new furniture, bedspreads, TVs, beds, upgrades to facilities such as a new reception area, bar, display cabinets, etc. 

To find out more send an enquiry HERE or you can book our Tourism specialist Business Connect Advisor Jennifer Lloyd direct HERE.
Want to know more about Jennifer Lloyd ? Click HERE

Great news .... The NSW Government has extended Dine & Discover NSW  to encourage the community to get out and about, supporting dining, arts and tourism businesses, which have been impacted by COVID-19.  You can register your business now to participate in the scheme. 

They have also increased these to 6 x $25 vouchers.

The program has been very popular and it has been reported that most participants spending an average of $40 when using the vouchers.
Every NSW resident aged 18 and over will be eligible for
​6 x $25 Dine & Discover NSW vouchers worth $150 in Total.  Businesses can register online now to participate in the scheme.

Vouchers have now been extended to include takeaway during the restriction periods.    

Details of the vouchers below:

• 4 x $25 Dine NSW Vouchers for dining in at restaurants, cafes, bars, wineries, pubs and clubs from Monday to Thursday
• 2 x $25 Discover NSW Vouchers to be used for entertainment and recreation, including cultural institutions, live music, and arts venues, to use 7 days a week.

Business Connect can assist you to take advantage of this NSW Government initiative.    Send us an enquiry HERE to receive more information.

Click HERE to book Jennifer for Business Advisory.  
Enquire about Business Connect HERE