https://www.smallbusiness.wa.gov.au/...small-business
I believe I have posted this before but if I have not, then I can understand why you keep asking the question which I believe I have answered - just look at what the Australian government has done for businesses* and for workers. Truly a government which attempts to look after ALL Australians.
Compare and contrast with NZ where businesses have been hung out to dry.
All that NZ government has to do is match what the Australian government has done as a first start. Instead, nothing has been forthcoming from NZ government.
You refuse to acknowledge that social welfare & unemployment benefits are a drain on the economy and society - isn’t it better that the billions of dollars paid out here be paid to employers (as ongoing wage subsidy) to replace the 200,000 odd temporary migrant workers in NZ?
That way, we become more self-reliant as a country and those who are unemployed (and many many more who are going to be unemployed in June/July) are gainfully engaged in the workforce.
This to me is the SINGLE biggest help any government can give to its businesses and to workers.
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What Australian Federal government has provided to businesses so far :
* - Not-for-profits and small businesses with a turnover under $50 million will receive a tax-free cash payment of from $20,000 up to $100,000 to help them retain staff and continue operating.
* - Eligible small businesses that withhold income tax from employee salaries and wages and pay it to the Australian Taxation Office can receive a payment equal to 100 per cent of the amount withheld, up to a maximum payment of $50,000.
* - On 7 April 2020 the Australian Government has announced a
mandatory code for commercial tenancies, to assist those impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.