Small Business Support
The WA Government has activated the Business Recovery Support Program to help small and medium businesses in the Shires of Ashburton, Carnarvon, Exmouth, and Upper Gascoyne who were impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle.
Exmouth businesses with a direct connection to tourism that were not eligible for funding under the Tourism Business Support Package may be eligible for financial assistance up to $20,000 if they have suffered economic impact loss due to the severe weather event.
The assistance will support clean-up, repairs, and reinstatement of business activities.
Disaster support
Existing disaster support is available for residents impacted by Cyclone Narelle.
Support includes:
- One-off disaster relief payments of up to $4,000 for eligible individuals and businesses
- Disaster recovery assistance and support services for affected communities and businesses
- Loan interest subsidies and broader small business recovery assistance for impacted operators
- Commonwealth disaster recovery payments and allowances, including income support for eligible workers and business owners
- Australian Taxation Office disaster support measures, including tax relief and payment deferrals for affected businesses
Travel advice
Many tourism operators across the region remain open and ready to welcome visitors.
Travellers are encouraged to:
- Keep or reschedule bookings where possible, rather than cancelling
- Check accommodation availability prior to travel
- Check travel information before departing
More information for trip planning is available at Australia's Coral Coast and westernaustralia.com.
Need assistance?
For support or enquiries about the Cyclone Narelle Tourism Business Support Package contact the Tourism WA Industry team: tourismbusinesssupport@westernaustralia.com