Brimbank Business - COVID Update

The following changes to the State Government's pandemic orders have come into effect:

Third Dose COVID Vaccination Requirements for Key Workers

Workers in the following key sectors must get their third dose vaccinations before being permitted to work onsite:

Workers eligible for a third dose on or before Wednesday 12 January will have until Saturday 12 February 2022 to get their third dose.

Indoor Dancefloors Closed

Indoor dancefloors within hospitality and entertainment venues must close. Indoor dancefloors at weddings are permitted.

Isolation Requirements for Workers in Key Sectors

Exemptions from isolation requirements to attend work may be provided to workings in the following sectors, if agreed by the employee and employer, and deemed necessary for continuity of operations and other options have been exhausted:

Exempted workers must be asymptomatic, undertake rapid antigen tests for five days and return a negative result prior to attending work. They can’t enter shared break areas, and employers are asked to facilitate solo break time.

Work from Home, if you can

The strong recommendation from the State Government is to work from home if you can.

For more information about the changes visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au

Employers and the self-employed are no longer required to notify WorkSafe if they become aware of a confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis attending the workplace.
For more information of your rights and obligations click here.

This State Government grant program supports local businesses to provide the charging infrastructure required to operate Electric Vehicles (EV), reducing operating costs and emissions.
For more information click here.
Solar For Business Program

This State Government grant program supports eligible local businesses to reduce energy costs by providing a rebate of up to $3500 towards the up-front costs of installing a Solar PV system up to 30Kw.

To see if your business is eligible click here or watch this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FgQKW4V1Nk&t=96s

Energy Efficient Communities (EEC) Program - Food and Beverage Manufacturing

This Federal Government grant program provides local Food and Beverage Manufacturers up to $25,000 to upgrade energy efficiency practices and technologies to reduce energy consumption and power bills.
For more information click here.
Jobs Victoria Fund

This State Government Grant Program provides wage subsidies up to $20,000 to eligible employers ready to hire new staff or increase hours of existing staff.
For more information click here.

The Investment Capital of Melbourne’s West!

Home to many global brands, Brimbank is the destination of choice for businesses relying on dynamic logistics and manufacturing supply chains that are well connected to transport links and large population centres.

Local business investment opportunities within our strong industrial and commercial zones are set for a further boost with over $1.2 billion in major catalyst developments scheduled to transform the region.

Council has published a Brimbank investment prospectus so potential investors can more easily identify the many investment opportunities across Brimbank.

So if you are looking to invest, review the Brimbank Investment Prospectus 2021 or call our dedicated investment hotline on 9249 4750.

Our Investment Attraction and Facilitation Officer, Philip Phan, will happily guide you through the opportunities for investment in Brimbank.

If you require an interpreting service, simply email us on ecodev@brimbank.vic.gov.au or call the TIS National Interpreting Service on 131 450.

THINK SUCCESS. INVEST IN BRIMBANK.

Council’s ‘Enjoy Local’ – Activity Centre Activations have been in full swing since December 2021, providing live entertainment and children’s activities to encourage the Brimbank community to ‘Think. Shop and Buy Local’.
This program supports local businesses by attracting more families, friends and visitors to the area. Traders have responded positively to the activations by getting involved and supporting the events.

To find out where the action is this week click here.

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If you run a small business and you are experiencing financial difficulty, free support is available via Partners in Wellbeing.

Their qualified financial counsellors provide free financial counselling including advice, information and support to manage debt and financial issues.

So if you are struggling with financial pressures speak to someone today by contacting the helpline on 1300 375 330 or visit partnersinwellbeing.org.au.

Make sure you’re adhering to the current COVID restrictions