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Changes to COVID-19 restrictions for Victoria from tonight
Restrictions in regional Victoria and metropolitan Melbourne will ease from 11.59pm tonight (Thursday 24 June), and changes will remain in place for at least two weeks. Read the full announcement here. Updated table of restrictions Summary of changes to restrictions for regional Victoria Work from home requirement removed. Retail: Density quotient of 1…
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The Victorian Government has announced details of the Victorian Events Support Package dedicated to supporting event organisers, hosts and suppliers as they manage the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and current restrictions. The package forms part of the more than $500 million in business support offered in response to the restrictions announced on Thursday…
Read MoreChanges to COVID-19 Restrictions | COVID-19 tests for metro Melbourne travel to Alpine Resorts | QR Codes | Support for businesses
With restrictions for metropolitan Melbourne set to ease from 11:59pm tonight, we’ve summarised the changes plus other important information below. The Victorian Government has announced the further easing of COVID-19 restrictions from 11.59pm Thursday 17 June. For a detailed overview of the changes, and their implications for the tourism sector, see the updated Table of…
Read MoreChanges to COVID-19 Restrictions & Compulsory QR Code Check-ins for Workplaces
The Victorian Government has announced an easing of COVID-19 restrictions from 11.59pm Thursday 10 June. For a detailed overview of the changes, and their implications for the tourism sector, see the updated Table of Restrictions. Changes to restrictions in regional Victoria from 11.59pm Thursday 10 June: Public outdoor gatherings will be limited to 20…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Restrictions Regional Victoria & Melbourne | Postcode Checks | QR Codes | Business Support
Updated Friday 4 June Changes to COVID-19 Restrictions from Friday, 4 June The Acting Premier of Victoria has announced current circuit breaker restrictions will remain in place in Melbourne until 11:59pm, Thursday 10 June, with some small changes. Restrictions for regional Victoria are have eased as of Friday 4 June. Read the full statement…
Read MoreCircuit Breaker Business Support Package
The Victorian Government has launched a $250 million Circuit Breaker Business Support Package. Read the full statement here. Support is available to small to medium businesses and sole traders affected by current circuit breaker restrictions, including operators in the hospitality, retail, events and creative industries. 1. Business Costs Assistance Program The program provides $2,500…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Circuit Breaker Restrictions for Victoria from 11:59pm, 27 May
Following the Victorian Government’s recent announcement regarding Victoria moving to circuit breaker restrictions from 11:59pm tonight, Tourism North East is reviewing all current marketing activity and will adjust any travel messages to reflect the current restrictions. Please familiarise yourself with the circuit breaker restrictions including the five reasons to leave home, masks mandatory everywhere outside…
Read MoreRecord keeping for contact tracing – important changes effective 28 May
Updated 13 May 2021 From 28 May 2021, all venues and facilities required to undertake electronic record keeping must use the Victorian Government QR Code Service through the Service Victoria app. On the spot fines apply to businesses not adhering to QR Code requirements. To find out more about the Victorian Government QR Code service…
Read MoreWage Subsidies for Small Businesses
Eligible small businesses can apply for a wage subsidy of upto $20,000. The Jobs Victoria Fund is providing $250 million in wage subsidies to assist Victorian businesses to employ at least 10,000 people who are looking for work. The Fund will support employers to grow and recover while helping Victorians looking for work into steady…
Read MoreUpcoming Sessions to Upskill & Empower Businesses
Tourism North East invites businesses to join free sessions to learn new skills, get up to speed on current and emerging trends; and identify efficiencies to improve long term sustainability and success. Sessions are open to tourism businesses in Victoria’s High Country and are delivered both online (small intimate groups), and in various locations across…
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