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Guide to continuing your business

The recent Australian bushfires and the coronavirus (COVID-19) have had devastating affects on businesses. This guide provides positive steps you can take now to help keep your business operating.

1. Plan your recovery

  • Create a business continuity plan
  • Update your business plan
 

2. Get support and assistance

  • Get government financial assistance
  • Seek expert advice
  • Find support for your mental health
  • Find tax support
  • Get help with your energy bills
  • See what's available in your state or territory

3. Assess your finances

  • Review your finances
  • Manage your debt

4. Keep your operations running

  • Learn about workplace restrictions
  • Run your business from home
  • Learn about travelling for work
  • Find out about exporting and the coronavirus
  • Find tools to operate online

5. Reach out to your customers

  • Look after your customers
  • Market your business during COVID-19
  • Use social media to connect

6. Protect your business

  • Keep you and your employees safe
  • Update your policies, procedures and processes
  • Be aware of coronavirus scams
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