The COVID-19 pandemic has been detrimental to many businesses and Scott Donald’s Victorian business, Snap Fitness Caulfield South, was no exception. On 23 March, Scott had to close the business’ doors. It opened briefly at the end of June before Victoria’s second lockdown begun. It reopened again on 9 November during staffed hours.

The second JobKeeper extension will begin from 4 January 2021 and last until 28 March 2021.

The pandemic forced Fox Friday Brewery to close their doors indefinitely. Benn and Sarah Hooper started selling their beer online which was incredibly successful. With the brewery unable to safely re-open to the public, they saw an opportunity to expand their business. The Fox Friday Taproom opened 6 November.

The Small Business Advice for Recovery Program aims to assist Tasmanian small businesses recover from the detrimental economic effect the COVID-19 pandemic. This program allows small business a grant of $750 to help them recover from the pandemic. These grants can be put towards the cost acquiring advice or a business service from an appropriate consultant.

Jarrod Nation is a successful businessman, entrepreneur and the owner of Salters Hire. Jarrod created and sold numerous startups in Melbourne before moving to Tasmania and purchasing Salters Hire. Jarrod bought an existing business, instead of another startup, due to the work-life balance it allows. In this article, Jarrod shares his advice for business owners and entrepeneurs

Cameron Barry was made redundant from his very successful career as an outdoor educator, because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead of letting this adversity get him down, Cam started his own business. Outdoor Education Solutions Australia helps schools to create safe, fun and successful outdoor education programs.