We're still here to help Australian small business
Last Updated: 29 May 2020
As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to evolve, we want to reach out and let you know that the CDIC is still here to provide grants and services to Australian businesses. We are monitoring the situation and will continue to take appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of our customers and staff during this crisis.
How we can help
While we may not be able to get out and meet with you in person right now, our network of business advisers and facilitators are still available over the phone and by email to provide you with advice, including assistance with business continuity planning.
Contact us at:
- Coronavirus business support
- If your business has been affected by the coronavirus, we have a team of dedicated customer representatives who can help you. Our dedicated team will be available between 7am - 9pm across Australia, Monday to Sunday.
Business Continuity Management Plan
One of the most important activities you can do for the long term success of your business is to create and maintain a Business Continuity Management (BCM) Plan. The CDIC’s team of Defence Business Advisers can help.
Find out more information on what a Business Continuity Management Plan is and how it can help to minimise the impact of external factors on your business.
Please email CDICBusinessContinuity@industry.gov.au.
Grant applications
You can still apply for grants, but if you’re experiencing any delays completing your grant applications due to the bushfires or COVID-19 please let us know as soon as possible. You will need to apply for an extension prior to the designated close date.
Please contact as at CDICProgramDelivery@industry.gov.au if you require assistance with your application.Government support for business
If your business has been impacted by the bushfires or COVID-19 you can find out what government assistance is available to you on business.gov.au and the Department of Defence.
Support for business
State and territory governments support for business
Government support for defence industry
- Information for defence industry
- Advice and protocols on contracted arrangements
- Frequently asked questions (FAQs) on contracted arrangements
Government assistance for business
We’d like to know how your business has been impacted by current events including COVID-19 and the recent bushfires. This will help us to understand how we can assist you to recover. Please email us at cdic@industry.gov.auand let us know what’s happening.
