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Restriction Changes for Victorian Construction Workers
In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19 amongst construction workers on site, the Victorian Government has released new restrictions for all construction workers as of the 16th of September 2021. Most importantly, by 11:59pm on Thursday the 23rd of September, anyone who attends a construction site must have had the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccination.



COVID Update: Government issues final warning to our industry - shape up or shut down
Originally posted by Master Plumbers Vic on 13/09/2021. The message from the Victorian Government couldn’t be clearer, we are on notice to do more or close. Around one-third of COVID cases in Victoria are now linked to construction.



How the New Victorian Tenancy Act could Affect your Business
As of 30th March 2021, there has been a reform to the Victorian Residential Tenancies Act which has created over 130 new rules and regulations rental providers must follow when renting out their property.



Victorian Authorised Worker Permits
Yesterday, the Victorian Premier announced that the current lockdown affecting Greater Melbourne would be extended until the 2nd of September, 2021, and harsher restrictions would be put in effect for those in the construction industry


Financial Support for Victorian Small-Medium Businesses
Yesterday the Victorian State Government announced a $367 million fund, backed also by the Commonwealth Government, which is to be allocated to a number of different support packages.


A Second Chance for the Small Business Digital Adaptation Program
Now's your chance! The Victorian Government has decided to run a second round of the Small Business Digital Adaptation Program so it's not too late to register.



COVID-19 Update for Victoria
Residential renovations and maintenance works shouldnot continue during the circuit breaker lockdown, unless considered to be an emergency.



Hurry! SBDAP Registrations are Closing Soon
Registrations are still open for the Vic Government’s Small Business Digital Adaptation Program



Extended Registration for Small Business Digital Adaptation Program
Registration for the SBDAP will now remain open until the 11:59pm on June 30th 2021, or until funds for the program have been exhausted, depending on which comes earlier.