The Victorian state government continue to provide relief packages and support for various industries affected by COVID-19.

The latest initiative is a $16.8 million program to assist the state’s creative industries. Arts and cultural organisations, including festivals, performing arts companies, museums and galleries will have access to the survival package to assist them in sustaining employment, develop new works and provide opportunities for creative community participation.

For more information visit: https://creative.vic.gov.au/grants-and-support

The Victorian Government has released a Financial Assistance Finder to help you uncover what assistance you might be eligible for. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) Business Support and Financial Assistance Finder will ask you a series of questions to help you find the assistance available to you based on your circumstances.

The above information is a brief summary only and does not take into account your personal needs and is not a substitute for independent professional advice. We strongly recommend that you speak to your accountant as they will be able to provide you the most suitable advice for your individual circumstance and to ensure that you are also always receiving the most up to date information.