GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE
SMALL BUSINESS RECOVERY GRANTS
The grants are funded under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, a joint initiative between the federal government and the affected states.
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Grants of up to $50,000 are available.
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The rules for the grants vary depending where your small business is located.
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You will need evidence of damage such as photos or direct impact such as invoices.
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You must continue operating your small business in the same area.
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You can get help from us to apply by calling 1800 413 828
RESOURCES
HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Mental Health support through Medicare
The Bushfire Recovery Access Program provides access to up to 10 free mental health support sessions. No referral or mental health treatment plan is required. Speak to your local GP or directly with an eligible mental health professional.
Lifeline
Lifeline offers a crisis support line to help get through difficult times. Chat online or Call 13 11 14.
1800 Respect
1800 Respect delivers qualified experienced professionals offering counselling and support to people affected by family violence and abuse, 24/7. Call 1800 737 732.
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue provides 24/7 support for anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts via phone, email or online forums. Call 1300 224 636.
MensLine
MensLine Australia is a 24/7 phone and online service to support emotional and relationship concerns specific to men, including depression, anger and stress. Call 1300 78 99 78
Men’s referral service
The Men’s Referral Service – No to Violence is a free, confidential helpline that offers counselling, advice and support to men with relationship, parenting or anger issues. Call 1300 766 491.
Kids Helpline
Kids Helpline is available any time for any reason for kids aged five to 25 and offers great advice for coping with disasters, emotions and anxiety. Call, email or webchat. Call 1800 551 800.
Email counsellor@kidshelpline.com.au
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STATE AND TERRITORY
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NATIONAL
The Small Business Mentoring Service
Small Business Mentoring Service
Disaster Recovery Toolkit
CPA Australia has compiled a Disaster Recovery Toolkit.
Along with a range of resources, the toolkit includes information on:
- What business should do immediately after a disaster
- Taking stock – how to evaluate the state of your business
- A new business plan – to help recovery and how to fund that plan
- Long-term disaster recovery – guidance on other activities that may help your post-disaster business operate better than your pre-disaster business
The toolkit also includes information on:
- managing business risks during the recovery
- the tax issues associated with a disaster
- exiting your business
The Chartered Accountants Advisory Group
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is offering support to business affected by the bushfires.
The Chartered Accountants Advisory Group offers free and confidential guidance on professional and ethical matters to help business owners make a considered, informed decision about what to do.
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MORE RESOURCES
The Small Business Mentoring Service
Small Business Mentoring Service
Disaster Recovery Toolkit
CPA Australia has compiled a Disaster Recovery Toolkit.
Along with a range of resources, the toolkit includes information on:
- What business should do immediately after a disaster
- Taking stock – how to evaluate the state of your business
- A new business plan – to help recovery and how to fund that plan
- Long-term disaster recovery – guidance on other activities that may help your post-disaster business operate better than your pre-disaster business
The toolkit also includes information on:
- managing business risks during the recovery
- the tax issues associated with a disaster
- exiting your business
The Chartered Accountants Advisory Group
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is offering support to business affected by the bushfires.
The Chartered Accountants Advisory Group offers free and confidential guidance on professional and ethical matters to help business owners make a considered, informed decision about what to do.
PERSONAL FINANCES
Get back on track with free financial counselling. Call 1800 007 007.
The website has step-by-step guides to help you tackle most common debts.
Moneysmart offers impartial guidance and online tools to help you make informed financial decisions.