During these unprecedented times the Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce urges our business community to seek as much assistance as they possibly can.
If you feel as though you are struggling during this time, don’t be too proud. Access the help available. Talk to someone because that someone may just have the answer you need.
Most importantly, SHOP LOCAL PLEASE! Support small businesses that are trading. Take the time to go to stores in the CBDs throughout the South Burnett. They are relying on you more than ever.
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Received via email from CCIQ On Tuesday, 6 May we received news that the Deputy Premier, Jackie Trad would be announcing that JobKeeper Payments will be exempt from Payroll Tax. This is something that collectively we have been advocating for, and we are thrilled the voices of our small business community have been listened to. …
Please find information regarding new Government directions and guidelines to assist accommodation and transport providers who are now required to have a health management plan and other measures that can be implemented to minimise risk of COVID-19 transmission. The Non-Essential Business direction has been updated to require hostels, bed and breakfasts, backpackers, boarding houses, short …
As part of CCIQ’s ongoing role as advocates for small business, they have just launched our “#SupportSmall” campaign. This is a state-wide campaign (largely online through social media) aimed at promoting, highlighting and showcasing the importance, variety and innovation of small business while influencing consumers to #supportsmall which I know we all agree is essential …
Recently, the ACCC published information for small business to assist them with understanding their rights and obligations under the Australian Consumer Law relating to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19).
The Federal Government has issued a fact sheet regarding the legal requirement for all people entering a residential aged care facility to have the current influenza vaccination.
Premier and Minister for Trade – The Honourable Annastacia Palaszczuk Queensland COVID-19 – Tuesday, April 21 – Anzac Day plans Anzac Day will be commemorated and our veterans will be honoured this week while Queensland’s COVID-19 measures continue their effective role in limiting the spread of the virus, with six new cases confirmed today. There …
QUT Creative Enterprise Australia has established some intitives to support business networks during this time. They have put together a few practical masterclasses and a hands-on CEO Strategy Series with an experienced CEO, to give businesses practical tools that they can put in place right now to increase revenue and strengthen their foundations for long …
As most people are confined to their homes at the moment, popularity in online training has definitely increased. Please see below an updated community training list and participation form. Programs hosted by Lifeline Community Connections include: Social & Emotional Wellbeing Suicide Awareness Community Connections Customised Workshops Our program is also seeking expressions of interest to …
We may not be able to get Woollies basic box in our area, however thank goodness for local IGA’s. All of them have things in place for home delivery and pick up for customers who are unable to get to the store. Rosemary has contacted Kingaroy and options are as follows: Woollies Kingaroy is now …
The Regional Skills Adjustment Strategy (RSAS) is a $15 million three-year initiative that will target specific regions facing economic uncertainty, and support individuals to gain the foundation, employability and technical skills needed to transition to the jobs of the future.
Download the Fact Sheet from the Australian Government here. Register for the Jobkeeper payment via the ATO.
I urge you to read this information and find out what support is available for you, your family or business, from the Federal Government’s $189 billion stimulus package. In summary, our $189 billion injection will provide: A new coronavirus payment of $550 a fortnight for eligible Australians A further $750 support payment to more than 5 million eligible Australians Instant …
Over the past 24 hours KCCI have been in discussions with Mark Pitt, CEO South Burnett Regional council and appropriate managers in relation to fees and charges to different industries throughout our region. We have been doing this to help reduce the amount of expenditure for business in our community during the COVID-19 pandemic. While …
A special message from the Minister for Employment and Small Business. Download the fact sheet. I know that small businesses across the state are hurting right now. I want you to know that as Queensland’s Small Business Minister I am here to help in whatever way I can. I have been speaking with businesses …
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Links to external sites relevant to your business.
Complete the Business Impact Survey on this page to help assess what support is needed.
A government website with regular updates for COVID-19 and links to lots of other resources.
Steps to applying for Centrelink payments.
One of the main concerns for employers wanting to enrol for the JobKeeper Scheme is that they have to make the $1,500 payments to employees before they are eligible to receive the JobKeeper Payment. For many employers, this is simply impossible.
The Treasurer (Josh Frydenberg) spoke with the ‘Big 4’ banks and they have agreed to establish dedicated Hotlines for employers to call in relation to accessing bridging finance.
Those Hotline numbers are:
Westpac – 1300 731 073
NAB – 1800 562 533 (1800 JOBKEEPER)
CBA – 13 26 07
ANZ – 1800 571 123
