A financial support package, including grants of between $5000 and $10,000 for small businesses (with an annual turnover of more than $75,000 but below the payroll tax threshold of $1.2 million) and tourism businesses (with turnover between $75,000 and $10 million), as well as payroll tax deferrals was announced.
In addition, there will also be an extension of the Dine & Discover voucher program to the end of August, and vouchers will be able to be used for takeaway dining. The NSW government will also invest $10.3 million in providing support and temporary accommodation for the homeless.
Asked if it was possible Greater Sydney’s lockdown could end before the scheduled two weeks, Ms Berejiklian said she will follow Chief Health Officer Kerry Chant’s advice.