Small Business Rebate NSW

About this grant

The Small Business Rebate provides sole traders and small businesses with a rebate when they buy and install safety items to make their workplace safer.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Small businesses in nsw.
• The small business rebate provides a rebate to small business owners when they implement solutions for safety problems in their workplace.
• Be a small business or sole trader in nsw
• Employ less than 50 full-time employees (fte) or equivalent
• Have attended an eligible event (e.g. free safework nsw safety workshop or webinar), or had an advisory visit from a safework nsw officer
• Eligible safety equipment
• Be conducting a commercial business producing goods or providing services in nsw
• Not have previously received a small business rebate from safework or workcover nsw.
• Safetyrebate@safework.nsw.gov.au
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What the funding covers

• Rebates of up to $1K.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/small-business-rebate-nsw for application details

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