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COVID-19: Find the update to the JobKeeper Payment announced this morning and other support for business on our coronavirus page. If your business is based in Victoria, you can find information about business restrictions on Business Victoria’s website. ×

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JobKeeper Payment updates
- On August 7, the Government announced the relevant date of employment will move from 1 March to 1 July 2020, increasing employee eligibility for the existing scheme and the extension.
- On July 21, the Government announced the extension of the JobKeeper Payment by a further six months to 28 March 2021. The payment rate will be reduced and a lower payment rate will be introduced for those who work fewer hours.
- From 20 July, changes to eligibility for JobKeeper payments will affect approved providers of child care services.
- Learn more about the JobKeeper Payment for employers and employees or sole traders and other entities.

Changes to restrictions in Victoria - From 6pm on Sunday 2 August, Melbourne moved to Stage 4 restrictions and regional Victoria moved to Stage 3 restrictions. Learn more about coronavirus business restrictions in Victoria.
Victorian Government's Business Support Package - The Victorian Government has announced a $534 million Business Support Package that includes cash grants for struggling businesses, mental health support for business owners, relief for tourism operators who can no longer welcome Melbourne-based visitors for holidays and tailored and targeted advice for businesses to adapt, stay afloat and then bounce back on the other side. Learn more about state and territory grants and assistance.

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State and territory information, grants and assistance

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Relief for commercial tenants

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JobKeeper Payment for employers and employees

Under the JobKeeper payment, businesses impacted by COVID-19 will be able to access a payment to continue paying their employees.

JobKeeper Payment for sole traders and other entities

If you're a sole trader or self-employed, you may be eligible to receive $1500 per fortnight if your turnover has reduced.

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Restrictions on services

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Business information

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Guide to continuing your business

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Instant asset write-off expansion

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