Given the uncertain and challenging times we are facing, it is important for all businesses to plan and respond to these challenges effectively. We have put together some resources and advice below that may help you formulate your own strategies. You can download this here as a Business Health Check to assist you navigate your […]
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Message from the Chamber We have been completely overwhelmed and run off our feet with the amount of enquiries we have received, the amount of information and the amount of uncertainty like all of you. With these rapidly changing circumstances due to the impact of COVID 19, It is affecting numerous businesses. It is having a […]
The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is a Noongar Community Controlled Health Organisation, founded on the principles of self determination, empowerment and freedom of choice. This page provides the latest SWAMS update on its medical service delivery for the Noongar Community. Read more. Source: SWAMS https://www.swams.com.au/
BSW Connect is helping to support your business to help get through these challenging times by providing answers, practical advice and actions you can take along with helping to connect you to relevant sources of information. Our Rescue and Recovery page provides content from highly regarded South West businesses and professionals who are ready, willing […]
As an international management consultancy working across Australia, Canada and the UK, this group partners with leaders to shape world businesses, empowered communities and effective governments to create a better future. This resource provides featured insights on a range of COVID-19 related issues including mental health and resilience, remote working and strengthening leadership. Read more. […]
RDA-South West has secured a licence agreement with Remplan which provides a wealth of information. If you are an economic development specialist, planner, tourism officer, consultant or researcher, then there is one critical resource you need to be successful: Data. Remplan is continually updated and delivers, economic, community and investment profiles. Contact the RDA South West […]
The Commonwealth Government has released a $1.1 billion package, which boosts mental health services, domestic violence support, Medicare assistance for people at home and emergency food relief. Media Release. Source: Prime Minister of Australia. Media Release. https://www.pm.gov.au/
The Government has set aside $1 billion to support communities, regions and industries most significantly affected by the Coronavirus outbreak. These funds will be available to assist during the outbreak and to help with the recovery. Read more. Source: Australian Government. Treasury. https://treasury.gov.au/
Businesses that employ an apprentice or trainee may be eligible for a wage subsidy of 50% of their wage paid from 1 January 2020 to 30 September 2020. Where a small business is not able to retain an apprentice, the subsidy will be available to a new employer. Support will also be provided to the […]
The Government has announced temporary changes to visa arrangements to help farmers access the workforce they need to secure Australia’s food and produce supply during COVID-19. The changes allow those within the Pacific Labour scheme, Seasonal Worker Program and working holiday makers to continue to work in agriculture and food processing until the coronavirus crisis […]
Unplanned events happen in business. The importance of having a plan in place that will allow you to return your business to some level of normal operations quickly so you can restore your income, your employees’ jobs and the goods and services you supply to your customers cannot be understated. Continuity planning and disaster recovery […]
RESOURCES COVID-19 Stimulus Fact Sheets Here in Bunbury, AF Accounting is here to support you and your accounting needs. Please go to this link to find out how the Government’s Economic Response to the Coronavirus will impact you.
RSM Global has set up an online Coronavirus Advisory Centre providing information, insights and resources to assist businesses, industry and individuals deal with the impact of COVID-19.
Covid-19 Daily Wrap news and information tailored to the business community of Western Australia. Read more.
Australians are being targeted with COVID-19 related scams and phishing emails. Emails are often sophisticated, preying on people’s desire for information and imitating trusted and well-known organisations or government agencies. Beware – clicking on these malicious links or visiting fake websites may automatically install computer viruses or malware and ransomware onto your device, giving cyber criminals the ability to steal your financial and personal information. Read more ….
Australian Government Department of Health latest Covid-19 health statistics and information. Read more.
Government Interventions: On 12 and 22 March 2020, respectively, the Australian government announced its first and second economic stimulus packages to support households and businesses, effective immediately. In this article, we detail the key resources and opportunities that have been made available to Australian businesses.