Phase 4 of COVID-19 roadmap Western Australia’s COVID-19 restrictions will be relaxed even further, as WA’s roadmap is updated to complete the removal of all restrictions. Due to the world-leading response to COVID in WA, Phase 4 will start on Saturday, 27 June (11.59pm Friday, 26 June) and the following will apply: - all existing gathering limits and the 100/300 rule removed
- gathering limits only determined by WA’s reduced 2sqm rule
- the 2sqm rule will only include staff at venues that hold more than 500 patrons
- removal of seated service requirements at food businesses and licensed premises
- no requirement to maintain patron register at food businesses and licensed premises
- alcohol can be served as part of unseated service arrangements
- all events permitted except for large scale, multi-stage music festivals
- unseated performances permitted at venues such as concert halls, live music venues, bars, pubs and nightclubs
- gyms operating unstaffed, but regular cleaning must be maintained
- the casino gaming floor reopening under agreed temporary restrictions.
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Tax time changes due to COVID-19
It has been a difficult year, but your tax return doesn’t need to be. Find out the how different types of income and expenses may affect your obligations this year.
2020 has been difficult and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) recognises that businesses have experienced significant challenges. To help make tax time easier, the ATO has a range of different approaches to support you, particularly where new circumstances mean that people are receiving a different type of income or able to claim new deductions. |
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We need your input: MARKYT Community Resilience Scorecard Community members across Western Australia are being invited to take part in an important state-wide survey.
This survey is a collaboration involving the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, 139 Local Governments, Local Government Professionals WA, CATALYSE® and community members across Western Australia.
The study will gather and share baseline and informing data to help local communities to recover and thrive following the COVID-19 outbreak in Australia. This study will provide direct benefit to your local government and local community. Your Local Government will - get robust data to see how the community is coping.
- receive direct feedback on its performance.
- prioritise key focus areas and decide on the next steps, together.
When the report is released you’ll be able to see how your local area is going compared to others. Click on the button below to complete a confidential MARKYT Community Resilience Scorecard by 3 July 2020. The estimated completion time is 5-7 minutes.
Feel free to share this information with your family and friends. We’d like to hear from all residents aged 18+ years. |
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Have your say on the AMC Draft Strategic Infrastructure and Land Use Plan
The Western Australian Government is seeking the views of the resource, marine and defence industries and surrounding community on the Australian Marine Complex (AMC) Draft Strategic Infrastructure and Land Use Plan. The plan highlights the short, medium and long-term infrastructure upgrades required to guide the ongoing development of the AMC as a nationally significant industrial area for the defence, marine and resources industries.
When finalised, the plan will guide all future land and infrastructure development in the AMC. Visit the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation’s website to view the plan and further information. |
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You can hear more about the plan at one of four online information forums before making a submission: - Community: 10-11am on Thursday 9 July
- AMC Businesses: 1-2pm on Monday 13 July
- Community: 5-6pm on Wednesday 15 July
- AMC Businesses: 1-2pm on Friday 17 July
You can also submit questions to be answered at the online forum via the same email address.
Further information on the format of the forums will be provided after you register. The consultation period closes at 5pm on Friday 24 July 2020 |
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2 Ignition Scholarships available!
The Curtin Ignition Program is an intensive entrepreneurial education program that runs from 30th August – 4th September, 2020. The program is for aspiring entrepreneurs, academics and corporate innovators to trial and prepare business ideas for the commercial environment.
Curtin Ignition is suited to founders of early stage, high-growth business ventures and people with new ideas that have the potential to become high-growth, worldwide businesses.
The program total cost is $3,250 and comprises of a blend of keynote and workshop teaching sessions, small group mentoring, panel, clinic and networking.
The City of Cockburn has funded two fully funded scholarships on the 2020 Curtin Ignition Program, applications close 22 July. |
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Find out more Come along to an Information Session to find out more:
| Date | Time | Location | | Thursday 11 June | 12-1pm | Online | | Wednesday 17 June | 3-4pm | Curtin University, Bentley | | Monday 22 June | 5-6pm | Online | | Thursday 25 June | 12-1pm | Online | | Tuesday 30 June | 3-4pm | Curtin Graduate School of Business, Perth CBD |
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Marketing Post COVID-19: Last chance to register |
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Register now for the last in a three part online series brought to you by the Melville Cockburn Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) and the City of Cockburn.
Taking care of your business now during these challenging times can make all the difference in positioning yourself strongly for future recovery. |
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Seminar Three: Thursday 25 June The relationships between branding and sales: A multiphased process - Branding is your rocket fuel for strong sales
- The multiple phases of making a sales
- Presented by Peter Walmsley, Director & Owner of The Space Station.
Peter is best described as a ‘creative’ strategic planner or to put simply, an ideas man. He enjoys a challenge and is driven by a passion to develop rigorous new ideas and strategies to enable businesses to break through the consumer clutter. |
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Is it time for your business to explore a global marketplace? For SME’s Going Global means greater opportunities for businesses to grow their customer base into new markets resulting in additional revenue opportunities for emerging businesses. Taking your emerging business global is a dynamic process. If well planned and executed, it can take the business to scale new heights. This webinar, brought to you by the South West Group and CCIWA explores the steps to successful international engagement.
View the recording of this helpful webinar and propel your business into the global marketplace. |
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If you have any queries or would like to get in touch with Sarah Kahle, Business Engagement Officer please email business@cockburn.wa.gov.au or call 08 9411 3444.
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