Next round of small business ventilation program funding available

Minister for Small Business Jaala Pulford said the program has delivered great results for many small businesses. Picture: ON FILE

The Victorian State Government has announced another round of the $60 million Small Business Ventilation Program will be available.

Eligible businesses can access between $500 and $5000 dollars for ventilation and filtration equipment, services or works that improve indoor air quality.

Minister for Small Business Jaala Pulford said the program has delivered great results for many small businesses.

“I encourage more to take it up, particularly as customers look to stay warm indoors this winter.” she said.

Two types of support are available under the program. A $500 ventilation rebate to take immediate actions such as purchasing an air purifier or ventilation matched grant between $1000 and $5000 for larger projects such as building works.

Applications for the program will be assessed for eligibility on a first-come, first-serve basis until Thursday 8 September.