Where to go for business support in Alert Level 4 and beyond
Aug 20, 2021
If you’re a business that is impacted by the new lockdown – or at other Alert Levels - there is Government and local support available, so please check in to see what you might be eligible for.
In this blog we’ve outlined some of the different types of financial and practical assistance, and where to head for information.
Government Financial Support
There's a range of Government financial support you might be eligible to apply for as a result of the COVID-19 alert level rise, including:
For longer-term business support there is also:
Head to Ministry of Business, Employment and Innovation website for an overview of each option and how to apply.
Image credit: Financial Support overview from the MBIE website.
The Unite against Covid-19 website’s Financial Support Tool is also a quick way to help you find out what support may be available to you.
Rules for businesses at different Alert Levels
The MBIE website also provides comprehensive guidance about workplace activities at different alert levels.
Local support for Eastern Bay and Whakatane businesses
Eastern Bay Chamber of Commerce is a great port of call if you need advice or pointing in the right direction. You can also check their Facebook page for updates and information on Covid-19 related business support.
Last year EPIC Town Centre set up the Whakatāne Virtual Mall Platform for its members. This platform is very active and has new businesses joining daily. It is ready to go if you need an online store or ordering system set up quickly.
Here to help, at all Alert Levels
The Apogee Legal team have the technology to work away from our office, so that we can provide legal assistance throughout the different Covid-19 Alert Levels.
We’re available to talk and work with you when you need us, so please don’t hesitate to contact us.