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Join the Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment as he introduces a new 12 part series of webcasts targeted at Australian exporters and those businesses seeking to export. Hear about the current state of play, the importance of operating in a free trade environment and financial support initiatives for exporters.
Start Date: 26/05/2020
Start Time:11:00 AM AEST
Duration:60 minutes
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Media Release
Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment, Senator the Hon Simon Birmingham
Australian exporters will soon start reaping the benefits of the Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA), with Australia receiving formal notification that Indonesia has completed its domestic ratification processes. Federal Trade Minister Simon Birmingham said the landmark trade deal with Indonesia would enhance export opportunities and deliver significant benefits for Australian farmers, businesses and investors.
“After discussions earlier this week with my Indonesian counterpart, Minister of Trade Agus Suparmanto, we welcome this step that will see the benefits of this trade agreement flow from 5 July this year,” Minister Birmingham said.
“Securing a trade agreement with Indonesia has been a longstanding objective of our government, to further strengthen the strategic partnership between our nations and further expand the choices available for Australian exporters.
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Coronavirus business support and financial assistance finder
A range of assistance is available from the Australian and Victorian governments and other organisations to support businesses impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19). Our finder will ask you a series of questions to help you find the funding or support available to you based on your circumstances. Click here to access the Coronavirus (COVID-19) business support and financial assistance finder.
Online workshops for your small business
All Small Business Victoria workshops are currently being delivered online via Zoom for free. Explore topics on staring your business, building resilience, marketing, finance, and business planning. All workshops are normally low-cost, but right now they are free! Browse our workshops calendar and find one near you. Sign up here...
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The department works with a range of partners to provide workshops for farmers to help them make the most of seasonal conditions. These can be part of an ongoing program or arranged specifically if the need arises. Since 1 May 2018, Agriculture Victoria has delivered over 200 dry seasonal conditions activities and events across the state. Agriculture Victoria has the following dry seasonally focused farmer workshops scheduled in the approaching months for the following regions:
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Australian produce making their way back to export markets
The International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM) is up and away, with several IFAM-supported flights now operational. More than 560 Australian businesses have registered their interest in using the IFAM and agreements for 300 freight flights have been secured to date. Visit the IFAM website for the latest flight information and schedules.
Register your interest
Exporters should submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to access IFAM flights. Further information on how IFAM works is available on the IFAM webpage.
Visit the IFAM website for the latest flight information and schedules...
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PMA Australia-New Zealand have released a Guide on coping with COVID-19 in the workplace. The guide provides advice on:
- Recommendations to prevent introduction and spread of COVID-19
- Accommodation of workforce
- Staff health and welfare
- Protocols if an employee is found to be infected with COVID-19
Although restrictions will be easing and things appear to be settling down, we still need to remain vigilant to ensure no outbreaks in our industry.
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