One-off payments for WA indoor entertainment venues impacted by COVID-19

Overview

One-off payments are available for eligible indoor entertainment venues (i.e. independent performing arts venues, theatres, cinemas and live music venues) that have experienced a 30% decline in revenue due to the Level 1 Public Health and Social Measures requirements for density limits and social distancing.

Payment amounts are based on the following categories:

• $12,500 one-off payment for venues with seating capacity of less than 100
• $25,000 one-off payment for venues with seating capacity of between 100 and 300
• $50,000 one-off payment for venues with seating capacity of greater than 300.

What are the eligibility criteria?

To be eligible, the indoor entertainment venue must:

• have a valid and active Australian business number (ABN)
• be located in WA
• have a minimum annual turnover of  $50,000 per annum (excluding GST)
• have Australia-wide payroll of less than $4 million per annum
• have incurred a 30% reduction in turnover compared to last year over a 6-week period between 1 January 2022 to 30 April 2022 due to the impact of COVID-19 health and social measures requirements for density limits and social distancing
• not be a nightclub, bar or public hotel, unless a live music venue
• if a live music venue, must provide on average 3 ticketed live music performances per week
• have not applied for the Event Suppliers Program or Getting the Show Back on the Road+
• have an Australian bank account.

How do you apply?

Find out more about eligibility and how to apply at Performing Arts, Theatres and Cinemas Assistance Program.