driving outcomes and delivering results - Advocacy in Action

July 2022

Business agrees ‘enough is enough’ on train strikes 
Business agrees with NSW Government decision to seek resolution in the Fair Work Commission to draw a line under the ongoing disruption to Sydney’s train network. 

June 2022

Business calls for resolution to transport disruptions
So much work has been done at the negotiating table in good faith and now is not the time to throw it all away.

Workforce shortages now affecting 9 in 10 businesses
The business community in NSW is facing its most significant workforce challenge in more than 50 years

State Budget tackles much needed reform
The focus on immediate support in pressure point areas while maintaining a commitment to much needed reform are the hallmarks of the NSW Budget.

Wage rise to put pressure on businesses
The Fair Work Commission decision to raise the National Minimum Wage by 5.2% and modern award minimum wage rates by 4.6% puts pressure on small businesses at a time when the cost of doing business is already rising.

Skillsroad employment survey report 2021-2022
Australian jobseekers believe work experience would open the door to meaningful employment, research reveals.

NSW Vistor Economy ready for Winter
After two years of winter lockdowns, businesses across the State are ready to welcome winter holidaymakers for the June long weekend with open arms.

Three per cent pay rise hits the right balance.
We all understand the rising cost of living and no one wants to see front-line public sector workers leave their industries in the search for higher wages.

Australian Made week spotlights local manufacturers
During the pandemic we learned how important it is to support local businesses, and that extends to supporting products made in Australia.

May 2022

Business NSW congratulates new Prime Minister
The electorate sent a clear message last night, and Business NSW will continue to work with MPs on policy development and execution that delivers for all Australians.

Business Conditions Survey: confidence returning but caution remains
The survey, conducted through April to early May, shows businesses no longer feel in the 'crisis mode' that gripped the economy in January, Omicron.

2022 NSW Tourism Awards Nominations Open 
NSW Tourism Industry Council is excited to announce the opening of nominations for the 2022 NSW Tourism Awards.

Electric vehicles power up drive tourism
Holiday destinations across Regional NSW have been allocated $20 million by the NSW Government to install 3,500 electric vehicle (EV) chargers. The co-fund grant is avaiable to a variety of businesses, creating Australia’s largest charging network.

Small business owners big losers on teachers' strike
There are ways to make very valid points without disrupting a huge majority of the population at a time when most are doing all they can to stay open.

April 2022

End of isolation requirements fully supported by business
From 6pm AEST on Friday 22 April, close contacts will no longer have to isolate, so long as they adhere to guidelines, including daily RATs before heading to work.

Rebuild and renewal at top of Government's list for Northern Rivers 
A critical step to ensuring those impacted won't be left behind: NRRC will lead reconstruction, advancing collaborations of Govt, local MPs, and the local community.

Time to ease close-contact isolation requirements for Victoria and NSW
The Victorian Chamber and Business NSW have united to call for isolation requirements for household close contacts to be eased for Australia’s two largest economies.

Cruising returns to Sydney   
The NSW Visitor Economy is celebrating the return of the cruise tourism sector with P&O Australia’s Pacific Explorer sailing into Sydney Harbour. 

NSW gets set for a bumper easter 
Australians are set to spend $7.1 billion this holiday season, and the NSW tourism industry is ready to net its share of this Easter bounty as its recovery continues.

NSW Top Tourism Town finalists announced
Time to vote for your favourite town.

Cruising Gets Ready to set sail 
The NSW visitor economy celebrates the decision to welcome international cruise ships once the federal ban is lifted on 17 April.

Economic agreement with India, golden opportunity for business
The recently signed Economic Agreement between Australia and India is a great opportunity for NSW businesses to enter the global marketplace.

Flood relief helps Northern Rivers residents Back Home
NSW Government's ‘Back Home’ scheme will provide up to $20,000 to Northern Rivers residents with damaged or destroyed homes.

MARCH 2022

Rise in apprentice and trainee numbers good for business.
The significant increase is a great outcome for the business community, and why we're calling for an indefinite extension of subsidies in next week’s Budget.

NSW celebrated at QANTAS national tourism awards
Eight NSW businesses have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to the state’s visitor economy, at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards held on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland.

Insurance becoming major challenge to recovery
With insurance identified as the biggest negative business cost driver and risks becoming increasingly ‘uninsurable’, what are the alternatives? 

Free support for flood-impacted businesses
Our Workplace Advice Line is now fully accessible and free to all business owners affected by the current flood disaster. Normally for members only, the service will be available for the next two weeks at no charge.

Small Business Month - a time to celebrate
The official launch of Small Business Month is an opportunity to recognise the thousands of small business owners and their employees right across NSW.

fEBRUARY 2022

Nominations now open for NSW Top Tourism Town
Following the success of the inaugural Top Tourism Town Awards in 2021, NSW Tourism Industry Council is now calling for nominations for Top Tourism Towns in three categories across the state.

Business applauds easing of restrictions
We support the decision of the NSW Government to ease COVID -19 enforced restrictions on business operations.

Business NSW President and Deputy re-elected 
Business NSW is pleased to advise President Lyall Gorman and Deputy Brett Manwaring have been re-elected for a further two-year term.

Upper house must show support for small businesses
The NSW Legislative Council must demonstrate their support for small business by voting against the controversial ‘19B’ provision that will add huge workers compensation costs

Confidence is key for the state budget
The ability to trade safely and the ability to plan for the future are top priorities for business is central to Business NSW’s submission ahead of the upcoming NSW Budget.

NSW tourism economy opens to the world
News of Australia’s border reopening to international visitors is the boost needed for the state's visitor economy.

Inspiring NSW Tourism Award winners revealed
NSW Tourism Industry Council is excited to announce the winners of the prestigious NSW Tourism Awards for 2021.

january 2022

Business confidence low as Omicron takes hold
Confidence in NSW has plummeted in the wake of the Omicron surge, according to a new survey conducted by Business NSW

Support needed as businesses battle to survive
Businesses impacted by the Omicron surge need to be provided short-term support by the NSW Government as they battle to keep their doors open.

December 2021

Updated COVID restrictions for NSW holidays
In response to the evolving COVID-19 outbreak, the following rules are being reintroduced

NSW visitor economy welcomes summer holidays
It’s time for Sydney and Regional NSW businesses to dust off the welcome mat and be ready for the return of holidaymakers. 

New vaccine guidance 
Keeping you safe under changed regulations

Vaccines remain key to protecting NSW
The importance of the vaccine booster has never been more evident as the Omicron variant continues to cause concern.

New cabinet needs to hit the ground running
The NSW Government needs a seamless transition with its portfolio changes as the State looks to bounce back from the ravages of COVID 19.

NSW continues to power national ecomony
The state has done well to weather the COVID storm, but headwinds will still impact the recovery, following the release of the NSW Government’s Mid – Year Budget forecast.

Re-opening comes at opportune time for business
Business NSW says the re-opening of NSW to the entire community will give business owners a much-needed boost in the countdown to Christmas.

Outcomes at the heart of new planning process
The NSW Government’s draft Design and Place SEPP gives the community the opportunity to support innovative design in planning decisions.

Extension of measures support economy
The NSW Government’s decision to make a number of COVID recovery measures permanent give business great support as they look to a better 2022.

Law firm wins prestigious award
Congratulated to our law firm, Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors on being named the Workplace Relations and Employment team of the year and finalist for the Commercial Team of the year at the prestigious Australian Law Awards, staged by Lawyers Weekly.

Focus on cities a welcome step
The creation of a Minister for Cities is a positive step that will bring renewed focus to the economic powerhouses of our State.

Business NSW congratulates new president of National Body
Congratulations to Nola Watson on her election as President of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI).

November 2021

Australian Reptile park wins Business of the Year
The Australian Reptile Park, on the NSW Central Coast has been named NSW Business of the Year by Business NSW.

Job ads soar
The ongoing labour shortage is a major issue for businesses and could derail our post-pandemic recovery. 

Businesses watching to see who's on their side
Small business owners across the state are looking for support from their political leaders, when amendments to Workers Compensation appear before the NSW Parliament, according to Business NSW.

Business NSW and Victorian Chamber welcome joint border opening
The Victorian Chamber and Business NSW have united to welcome the joint announcement that Australia's two most populous states will allow free travel between them.

Careers advice never more important
Careers NSW will be a critical online tool in enabling people to make informed decisions about their careers.

Dialing up COVID Safety
The Service NSW app can now notify users of COVID-19 case locations via an alert notification and retailers are now stocking Rapid Antigen testing kits.

Support package a game-changer for economic recovery
A $500 million support package to revive the events and tourism industry across NSW will be a game-changer that will turbo charge a post-COVID economic recovery.

2021 NSW Tourism Awards finalists revealed
The NSW Tourism Industry Council is pleased to announce the finalists for the prestigious NSW Tourism Awards for 2021.

Business confidence takes a hit but better times ahead
Business confidence suffered a hit in the last quarter, but there is cause for optimism as the state re-opens, according to the latest Business Conditions Survey conducted by Business NSW.

NSW Tourism Towns finalists win national crowns
The NSW Tourism Industry Council is honoured that Mudgee and Berrima have each won the prestigious gold medal at the inaugural 2021 Australian Top Tourism Town Awards.

October 2021

Visitor economy gets financial shot in the arm
The NSW visitor economy applauds today’s $570 million accommodation and events support package as the industry starts the steep climb back after a challenging 18-month period, according to the NSW Tourism Industry Council.

Winners announced 2021 Sydney Regional Business Awards
Business NSW is pleased to announce the winners for the 2021 Sydney City Business Awards, presented in partnership with City of Sydney.

Digital integration of vaccination certificate on Service NSW app
There’s good news for businesses in NSW with the COVID-19 digital vaccination certificate being integrated into the Service NSW app – state-wide. 

Public Health Orders: what it means for your business
Business NSW has received enquiries from members wanting clarification on information in the Public Health Order relating to vaccinated and unvaccinated employees. 

Extra Dine and Discover vouchers good for visitor economy
The NSW visitor economy applauds further support for the sector’s challenging comeback, according to the NSW Tourism Industry Council.

NSW encouraged to once again Dine and Discover
Business NSW says the extension of the popular ‘Dine and Discover’ program will boost the recovery of the hospitality industry as it emerges from lockdown.

More support for business a welcome move
Business NSW says further support for businesses, particularly small business, is a clear sign the NSW Government understands the challenges they confront as businesses begin to re-open.

FAQs: getting back to business
With NSW being the first state to achieve the 70% vaccination milestone, it's your cue to get #backtobusiness.

Reopening roadmap for industry and businesses: Stage one
A guide to understanding your obligations for reopening safely at stage one – the 70% double vaccination target. Get ready for #backtobusiness Day.

Back to Business Day confirmed for Monday
Business NSW says confirmation that businesses will be able to re-open on Monday will be a cause for celebration within the business and broader community.

Support for small businesses who 'slip through the cracks' a welcome move
Business NSW believes a new hardship panel established by the NSW Government to consider financial support for small businesses will be embraced by businesses across the State.

September 2021

Business NSW and Victorian Chamber unite in call for aligned roadmaps
The Victorian Chamber and Business NSW are calling for Australia’s two largest economies to be united when both states achieve second dose vaccination rates of 80 per cent, which would include open travel between the two States.

Business welcomes new Premier, Perrottet 
Business NSW welcomes the appointment of the new Liberal leadership team under Premier Dominic Perrottet and looks forward to working with them on the ongoing reopening and recovery of the NSW economy.

Business NSW responds to the resignation of NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian
Business NSW today acknowledged the extensive public service and leadership of The Hon. Gladys Berejiklian MP as Premier of New South Wales, a Minister and as the Member for Willoughby.

International borders opening a welcome boost for NSW visitor economy
Reopening international travel will boost the visitor economy according to the NSW Tourism Industry Council.

JobSaver extension provides certainty for NSW businesses
The NSW Government’s 30 November 2021 JobSaver extension provides certainty and a softer landing for many businesses, but consideration is needed for those more heavily impacted by restrictions, according to Business NSW.

Contact risk assessment guide
The NSW Health operational guide for assessing and managing situations where you've had an infectious case in the workplace. 

Vaccination: key to unlocking business freedom
2021 has been another tough year for business but together we’ve all been doing our bit. We can now see that glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel. 

Business key to NSW accelerated climate plans
NSW's businesses are key to the successful delivery of the state's ambitious climate agenda, according to Business NSW.

NSW receives roadmap to freedom
Hospitality, entertainment, community sport, education and domestic travel will all return under the NSW government’s new pathway out of lockdowns. 

Roadmap gives certainty to business
The Premier has confirmed that 11 October is the day we will likely reopen at 70% double vaccination rate, which we are calling #backtobusiness day.

A day to celebrate getting back to business #BackToBusiness
Business NSW is calling on business owners, their employees and customers to share how they're planning to celebrate the re-opening of their favourite businesses when our state reaches the 70% double-vaccination target.

A return of international students a boost for the economy
NSW looks forward to welcoming these students back to our universities – a sector that has been decimated for the past two years.

COVID-19 vaccination information
All the latest business news and updates on getting NSW back to work as soon and safely as possible.

August 2021

Available approved COVID-19 vaccinations
This page contains links to lists of NSW Health Vaccination Centres, GPs and Community Pharmacies in the LGAs of concern as of 4 August 2021. 

Rapid Antigen Testing
Rapid antigen tests are simple and fast, allowing NSW Health to detect COVID-19 in asymptomatic people. 

July 2021

Businesses want JobKeeper back but Treasurer defends current position
Pressure increases on the Federal Government to reinstate JobKeeper, as the NSW Government prepares to extend lockdown beyond Friday's initial end date.

Construction Industry Exemption Process
In rare and exceptional cases, consideration may be given to granting an exemption to public health orders.

Additional support for NSW businesses welcomed as lockdown extends
An extension of the support package being offered to NSW businesses has been welcomed, but Business NSW warns of the grim impacts of a lockdown extension.

june 2021

There is a faster way out of lockdown
An op-ed by Business NSW Chief  Executive, Daniel Hunter. 
In NSW people are losing their jobs, their businesses and their entire livelihoods. There's no end in sight for this current lockdown of 6 million people that is costing the economy $1 billion per week, and it's costing people their livelihoods and their mental health.

Support package welcome news for Business Owners
We've been working with the Government on this initiative since the lockdown was confirmed. By using the real experiences of our members we were able to demonstrate the widespread need for a quick turn-around for this package.

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