Nick Sherry (Tasmania, Australian Labor Party, Minister Assisting the Minister for Tourism) Share this | Hansard source

In addition to some of the financial assistance measures that I touched on earlier, there is an extensive government support network ready to assist and I would urge small businesses and farmers in affected areas to call the Small Business Support Line. It is a team of expertly trained advisers, many of whom have worked in small business, and it is more than willing and able to help small businesses affected by the recent natural disasters. It has already been providing information and referral services in flood areas of Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales and I would urge anyone who is seeking assistance and advice to contact the support line. The support line advisers’ link is part of a nationwide network of Business Enterprise Centres and other small business advisory services. The support line can be accessed on 1800777275 or email— (Time expired)