We have compiled links to key Australian COVID19 Information Resources. Follow the links.
CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER COVID UPDATES
COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by a new virus. Symptoms include fever, coughing, sore throat and shortness of breath. The virus can spread from person to person, but good hygiene can prevent infection. Find out who is at risk and what you should do if you think you have COVID-19.
https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert/what-you-need-to-know-about-coronavirus-covid-19#good-hygiene
GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SUPPORT
Find financial assistance, eligibility and timing for the new government support for Australian businesses. We’ll be updating this page as new information is available.
https://business.gov.au/risk-management/emergency-management/coronavirus-information-and-support-for-business
COVID19 SCENARIOS – DR PAUL HIGGINS
In recent discussions with clients, I realised that there was a need for some foresight-based work to help them clarify what their strategy around COVID-19 might be over the next 18 months.
COVID – 19 Scenarios
WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY – COVID-19 INFORMATION
It doesn’t matter if you’re a worker or someone who is responsible for workers, you must identify and manage work health and safety risks including the exposure to COVID-19.
https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/news/2020/coronavirus-covid-19-workplace-risk-management?utm_source=campaign+homepage&utm_medium=website&utm_content=coronavirus+image+link&utm_campaign=novel+coronavirus+2019&mc_cid=dde0e061d6&mc_eid=a9b1b005db
EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES – NOTES FROM THE CHAMBER AND CCIQ
The emergence and spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) over the past few days presents a potential risk to Queensland small businesses. If you’re an employer you need to know your obligations and plan how you might respond if coronavirus impacts your workplace more directly than just running out of toilet paper.
https://www.goldcoastcentralchamber.com.au/coronavirus.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=www.thewebconsole.com&utm_campaign=Chamber+update+March+26+2020&utm_content=35701414&c=31183434&_c=22007cd775749b5bf419a2caa9a460d5
ATO – COVID19 PAGE
The government has enacted legislation to support its economic response to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) to help the economy withstand and recover from the economic impact of coronavirus.
https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Dealing-with-disasters/In-detail/Specific-disasters/COVID-19/
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH – LATEST COVID-19 UPDATES
The World Health Organization has announced that COVID-19 is a pandemic. Find out how we are monitoring and responding to the outbreak, how you can help slow the spread of COVID-19 in Australia, and what to do if you have symptoms.
https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert?utm_source=health.gov.au&utm_medium=redirect&utm_campaign=digital_transformation&utm_content=health-topics/novel-c
QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT SUPPORT FOR SMALL BUSINESS
Find coronavirus information and assistance for businesses from the Queensland and Australian Governments
https://www.business.qld.gov.au/
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SUPPORT FOR SMALL BUSINESS
The Australian Government has announced measures to support businesses impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19). If you’re a sole trader, learn what your business can get and where to go for help.
https://www.business.gov.au/Risk-management/Emergency-management/Coronavirus-information-and-support-for-business/Support-available-for-sole-traders
CITY OF GOLD COAST BUSINESS SUPPORT PACKAGE
The following measures are designed to provide immediate financial support for local businesses currently in survival mode with reduced revenue and significant cash flow difficulties.
https://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/business/business-support-291.html
QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT JOBS SUPPORT LOANS
Applications are now open for the Queensland Government’s $500 million COVID-19 Jobs Support Loan scheme.
http://www.qrida.qld.gov.au/current-programs/covid-19-business-support/queensland-covid19-jobs-support-scheme
