More than $2.2 million of grant funding from the NSW Nationals in the state government has already hit the pockets of businesses to help them develop global export sales, in turn supporting jobs and communities across the state.
The Export Assistance Grants program, which provides grants of up to $10,000, is now open for eligible businesses who are exporting or were exporting before being impacted by COVID-19, bushfires or drought.
NSW Nationals Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson said the $10 million initiative was part of the government’s Global NSW strategy.
“No one could have foreseen how hard NSW businesses would be hit by the impacts of drought, bushfires, floods and COVID-19, but the NSW Nationals in the state government are determined to back businesses every step of the way in the process of economic recovery,” Mr Anderson said.
“Exports made up 16 per cent of our economy before the pandemic and it’s vital that we support our fantastic exporting businesses, especially in regional areas where trade is so important.
“Local businesses have borne the brunt of the economic impact of natural disasters and COVID-19, and we want to support business in every way possible to get back on their feet and grow their businesses bigger than ever,
“Businesses can now claim the grant to reimburse expenses of up to $10,000 of eligible export-related expenses and I urge all local exporting businesses to consider applying.”
To apply or learn more about the Export Assistance Grants and other assistance, visit global.nsw.gov.au/nsw-export-assistance-package.
