NSW Government awards almost $700,000 in funding for Small Business Month

·

More than 200 organisations across NSW have been awarded almost $700,000 in NSW Government funding to host events as part of Small Business Month in March.

Minister for Small Business, Eleni Petinos, said a record 221 organisations including local councils, business chambers, industry associations and not-for-profits have been awarded grants up to $3,500 to support events that help local small businesses.

“The small business sector has done it tough during the COVID-19 pandemic so it’s great to see this level of interest in hosting events to help small businesses bounce back and build a stronger future,” Ms Petinos said. 

“The theme for this year’s Small Business Month is Rebuild, Recharge, Renew, with events focused on helping owners and operators rebuild from the pandemic, discover new and better ways of doing business and connect and collaborate with other businesses. 

“The month will feature a wide array of in person and online events that teach small business owners new skills and inspire them with new ideas, and also offer advice and support for people seeking to start a small business.”  

Ms Petinos said NSW Small Business Month is a great way to showcase the quality of diversity of small businesses that are the lifeblood of hundreds of local communities across NSW.

“There are over 800,000 small businesses in NSW, employing 1.6 million people and contributing more than $400 billion to the State’s annual sales and service income,” Ms Petinos said. 

Small Business Month events include:

  • A forum at ICC Sydney offering specialised technology solutions for businesses in the professional services industries.
  • A series of breakfasts for South Coast trade and construction business operators to learn about government support programs. 
  • An Instagram for Business workshop and a photography training session at Grenfell.
  • A series of online workshops on how to maximise live engagement online.   

While the grants program is now closed, organisations can still sign on as a Small Business Month Collaboration Partner and host an event to help small businesses and promote their brand. To date, more than 80 organisations have signed on as partners.

Further information on Small Business Month is available at www.smallbusinessmonth.nsw.gov.au

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Earlwood’s Greek spirit centre stage as ‘Plateia’ Festival secures state funding

The City of Canterbury Bankstown will host the “Love Earlwood” festival thanks to the NSW Government’s Open Streets 2025-28 Program.

Greek Consul General honoured at Hellenic Club farewell event in Sydney

Sydney’s Greek community came together on Thursday for a dignified farewell dinner in honour of Greece’s Consul General, Ioannis Mallikourtis

Field of candidates announced for 2025 Greek Community of Melbourne Board election

Greek Community of Melbourne has officially called elections for a new Board of Directors, with members set to head to the polls on June 29.

Australia Cup 2025: Strong Greek heritage club presence as Final 32 locked in

The cast for the Hahn Australia Cup 2025 Round of 32 has been decided following the completion of the Preliminary Rounds.

Apostolakis and Trimis named on Young Matildas squad for upcoming training camp

CommBank Young Matildas Head Coach Alex Epakis has settled on a 32-player squad for a domestic training camp to be held in Sydney.

You May Also Like

Little Yianni passed away but ‘Project Generosity’ keeps his memory alive by helping others

“Yianni means God is generous, and I named the organisation as a tribute to Yianni,” Project Generosity Founder, Jasmine Issa, told The Greek Herald.

Greece to step up pressure for Parthenon Marbles amid signs of changing views in UK

Greece has vowed to intensify its campaign for reunification of the Parthenon Marbles amid “optimistic” signs British opinion has shifted.

Niki Louca shares her recipe for potato frittata

Niki Louca from My Greek Kitchen shares her favourite recipe for potato frittata with The Greek Herald.