Business in Cockburn - April 2022 update

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Welcome to the Business in Cockburn eNewsletter. We will update you every month on what is happening in the City of Cockburn and how it may impact your business. For information on business support and the latest business events please visit the Business in Cockburn website.

Previous grant recipient Fort Locks stated “The City of Cockburn grant was very helpful to our business in contributing to our van signage costs. As well as mobile advertising for our business when we attend a job, our clients are able to identify us when arriving on the job”.

Apply for a grant up to $5,000

The Economic Development Grants program provides a focus on supporting the local business community through facilitating opportunities for local business, local activity centres and industry to thrive. Up to $5,000 is available for eligible projects that support innovation, technology, enhance our centres and streetscapes, and assist with recovery from COVID-19.

Am I eligible to apply?

To apply, an applicant must meet the following criteria: Have an ABN Have a business based in Cockburn or a project or initiative within Cockburn Be a micro, small or medium business (1 to 199 employees) Have appropriate insurances and licenses.

What categories can I apply for?

Grants of up to $5,000 are available in the following categories: Enhancements to local retail and employment centres Promotion of innovation Assisting businesses with COVID-19 recovery Technology/digital enhancements* capped at $3,000 per application. Projects must be delivered within 6 months, with an acquittal submitted within one month of completion.

What is the deadline?

Economic Development Grants are open now, and applications must be submitted by 11.59pm on Friday 13 May 2022.

Before you apply:

Read the Economic Development Grants Guidelines and Policy; Preview the Application Form, so you can gather all information needed.

Apply Now

Bringing manufacturing jobs back to Cockburn

Members of our Economic Development team were fortunate to tour the facilities of Striker in Henderson this week.

This dynamic business employs over 50 people and is gearing up to relocate their manufacturing from Malaysia back to Henderson. Their clients who are mainly based in Australia and New Zealand will be the clear winners from this decision with improved service and greater quality control.

The City is actively assisting Striker with their grant application to State Government for the Investment Attraction Fund.

The parklet recently installed by the City of Cockburn on Yangebup Road provides additional amenity to nearby businesses.

Rebate program for alfresco dining

The grants program is part of the $67 million Level 1 COVID-19 Business Assistance Package and is now open to eligible small businesses including cafés, bars, pubs, restaurants and hotels.

Under the scheme, small businesses can apply for grants of up to $5,000 to create or expand their alfresco operations including purchasing new furniture, lighting, weather protection, interactive play spaces and art.

The alfresco rebates are a key part of the State Government's COVID-19 Business Assistance Package, allowing businesses to expand their operating footprint and for more people to dine out in a COVID-safe way.

The State Government is also progressing changes to local laws which will cut red tape and make it easier for cafés and restaurants to create street alfresco dining spaces.

Find out more

Hosting an event or needing a meeting location?

Melville Cockburn Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) is now offering venue hire at their Office in Cockburn Health and Community Facility, at Cockburn Central.
Conveniently located in the heart of Cockburn, and easily accessible by public transport, MCCC offers flexible venue and room hire to suit corporate seminars and conferences, presentations, business meetings, team-building events, business expos and more. The venue features a fully functional meeting room, kitchenette, alfresco and reception area.

Find out more

Want free support to grow your business?

Growth Roadmap is a service offered by the Entrepreneurs’ Programme to help small- and medium-size businesses grow. With a Growth Roadmap you’ll get access to a skilled facilitator who will: Analyse your business using industry knowledge and diagnostic tools Prepare a tailored roadmap to increase your ability to trade in Australia and/or other markets Coach and mentor you for up to 1 year. Once you’ve received a Growth Roadmap, you may be eligible for a Growth Grant. This $20,000 grant will help you fund the recommendations in your roadmap.

Find out if you're eligible

Looking to establish & grow your business in WA?

Investment Attraction Fund (IAF) has been launched to promote investment and jobs in Western Australia. The fund seeks to encourage new investment that will create local jobs, increase demand for local goods and services, and secure trade in new sectors and markets.

The IAF will enable investment in a range of industries, facilitating a more targeted and coordinated approach to investment attraction. The IAF builds on WA's existing strengths and industry knowledge, prioritising projects and sectors that are identified in the State's economic development framework, Diversify WA.

Businesses seeking to establish and grow their operations in WA are encouraged to submit an expression of interest by the end of April.

Find out more

Free COVID-19 Hygiene Refresher course

With COVID-19 spreading rapidly in WA, it is more important than ever to maintain COVID-19 protocols including personal hygiene, cleaning and sanitising. The AHA has developed a free COVID-19 Hygiene Refresher Course to remind those working in WA’s hospitality and tourism industry on best practice protocols when it comes to managing COVID-19 hygiene.

Click here to access

Want to host an engineering intern?

The Defence Industry Internship Program (DIIP) is an initiative of the Commonwealth Department of Defence. This program matches small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) who are undertaking defence related work, with 3rd and 4th year engineering students for a 12-week (450 hour) internship.
Who pays?

SMEs receive $515 per week for hosting an intern. QTAC reimburses SMEs the intern wages ($930 per 37.5 hour week).

SMEs must:

Be undertaking work for the Defence industry (subcontracting or in the Defence supply chain) Provide an opportunity for an intern to contribute to an engineering project over 12-weeks Have less than 200 employees.

Hosts are to apply by 31 May for placements between November 2022 and January 2023. For more information call 08 9388 8781.

Find out more

Want to improve the health and productivity of your best asset?

Cockburn Healthy Lifestyle Service is a free healthy lifestyle service offered by Cockburn Integrated Health. Clients who sign up can access free comprehensive health assessments and referrals to free/low cost health promotion programs for your employees: Promote positive mental health and manage stress Increase physical activity levels Improve dietary patterns Lose weight /maintain a healthy weight. ENQUIRE TODAY: Call 0481 793 347 or click below for more information.
Supported by City of Cockburn, Cockburn Integrated Health & WA Primary Health Alliance

Enquire today

Connect your business to the digital economy

Connecting your business to the digital economy has never been easier with nbn™ Enterprise Ethernet. Business Fibre Zones have been established across Bibra Lake-Coogee and Henderson to support the innovation, productivity and digital success of Cockburn businesses.

nbn™ Enterprise Ethernet offers: $0 upfront build costs and $0 connection fee, if you sign up for a 3-year plan with your provider. (Costs are covered by nbn™) Symmetrical speeds of up to 1 Gbps 99.95% network reliability and 24/7 service support via the NBN’s Operations Centre based in Australia. Am I eligible?
To check your eligibility visit: Upgrade to nbn business grade fibre

Upgrade now

Build your business skills online

Register now for some great low cost workshops from the Small Business Development Corporation
12 April - Creating Graphics with Canva
12 April - Raising Business Capital
13 April - Digital Marketing Essentials
14 April - Understanding Bookkeeping and Records
26 April - Tax Essentials

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If you have any queries or would like to get in touch with Sarah Kahle, Business Engagement Officer please email [email protected] or call 08 9411 3444.

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Business in Cockburn - April 2022 update

Apply for a grant up to $5,000

Am I eligible to apply?

What categories can I apply for?

What is the deadline?

Before you apply:

Bringing manufacturing jobs back to Cockburn

Rebate program for alfresco dining

Hosting an event or needing a meeting location?

Want free support to grow your business?

Looking to establish & grow your business in WA?

Free COVID-19 Hygiene Refresher course

Want to host an engineering intern?

Want to improve the health and productivity of your best asset?

Connect your business to the digital economy

Build your business skills online

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