Business Support during Coronavirus pandemic

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We recognise the affect that the COVID-19 pandemic is having on businesses and we are committed to supporting our business community in any way we can.

Arrange a call with our Business Support Officer

Submit a question online

Council will support business over the coming months by providing the latest information on:

  • Business operating restrictions
  • How to access grants and support from government
  • Key things you should be considering now to reduce the financial impact 
  • Ideas to help your business adapt to the changes

It is important that Horsham comes together at this time and we will be:

  • Delivering a co-ordinated response, in partnership with Wimmera Development Association and Grampians Tourism and other stakeholders
  • Encouraging our community to buy locally and supporting our businesses
  • Working closely with businesses to better understand the impact and opportunities  

Business Support Newsletters

The HRCC Business Support Newsletter provides useful information for businesses, including the different forms of support, tools and resources available during this time. Subscribe here.

Other support available

Financial Help

There is extensive government and organisation support available and we would encourage business owners to investigate what is available to them and discuss with their financial advisors.

State Government

The Victorian Government has launched the $500 million Business Support Fund to support small businesses in the sectors hit hardest by the pandemic so they can survive and keep people in work. 

Federal Government

The Federal Government has announced a range of measures to support businesses and protect jobs including cash flow assistance, support for business investment, the Coronavirus SME Guarantee Scheme, JobKeeper Payment and support for workers and households.

Find out more about the Australian Government’s economic response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Rural Financial Counselling

Rural Financial Counselling Service is a free planning and support service. It provides information on financial and legal matters for farms and rural businesses and families.

Rental

Victorian Small Business Commission is a mediation service and it deals with rent matters in response to COVID-19.

Local businesses operators who lease Council properties can apply for rental assistance.

Local Support

Business Support Team

Council has experienced staff who can offer assistance and help guide you through the information available. Please contact on 0428357220 or business@hrcc.vic.gov.au

Online Form

Send us a question via our online form and we will respond as soon as we can.

Grampians Tourism

Grampians Tourism is the peak tourism industry body in the region and provides updates and networking opportunities. 

Business Horsham

Industry group Business Horsham provides a networking platform for Horsham business operators.

Your Wellbeing

The current crisis is a stressful time for many businesses and employees and it is essential that we look after each other and ourselves at this time.

Local Support

If you are lacking support, Wimmera agencies may be able to help.

Please telephone the local Call for Help hotline, 1800 195 114 or send an email.

Beyond Blue is the national mental health service and can offer help online or over the phone. 

Contact us

We are here to help
Council business support team is available to assist in any way we can. buisness@hrcc.vic.gov.au or call 0428357220.

 

Victorian Government assistance

Businesses can now call a Business Victoria hotline on 13 22 15 for the latest information on the COVID-19 response, how this affects businesses, how to keep their workplace safe and advice on how to plan for dealing with the current situation and anticipate likely developments. The hotline can also provide information about support services and what financial assistance might be available

 

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