Outdoor work related to building and construction has been added to the Authorised Provider and Authorised Worker list.
Services that operate solely outdoors where physical distancing can be maintained at all times are permitted for up to five people (with an additional supervisor) for businesses with an ABN:
- Outdoor maintenance, repairs, cleaning and other building work, including at occupied premises.
- Home renovations and installations (outdoor only)
- Home solar panel installations (only for outdoor work or in roof cavities with external access).
A Small Business COVID Hardship Fund has also been announced to assist eligible small and medium businesses that have experienced a reduction in turnover of at least 70%.
The Fund will assist eligible small and medium businesses:
- whose operations have been severely impacted by COVID-19 restrictions that have been in place between 27 May 2021 and August 2021
- that have experienced at least a 70% reduction in turnover as a result of the COVID-19 restrictions
- that are not eligible for other key COVID-19 Victorian Government business grant programs that have been announced since 27 May 2021.
The program offers grants of $10,000 to eligible small and medium businesses, including employing and non-employing businesses. This program will allow more businesses who have previously not received support, to receive financial relief now.
More information on eligibility and to apply visit the Small Business COVID Hardship Fund website.
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