Free, Confidential Small Business Financial Counselling
As part of State Government funding to support recovery from the 2026 bushfires, we are offering two dedicated assistance programs to help small businesses rebuild and move forward.
Please note, you may be eligible for both streams of support however, you only need to register once. Following your initial assessment, we will determine which program is best suited to your needs and ensure you are connected to the right support.
Business Recovery Advisory Service provides free, confidential one-on-one advice to help you plan your recovery, understand available support, and navigate insurance, landlord or business continuity issues.
Small Business Financial Counselling offers free, confidential financial support for businesses experiencing financial stress. Counsellors can help you assess your financial position, manage debt and negotiate with creditors…..
Register for Small Business Financial Counselling
Business Recovery Advisory Service – Summer 2026 Victorian Bushfires
Free, confidential, one-on-one support from local Business Recovery Advisers via telephone, online or in person.
Business Victoria’s Business Recovery Advisers can act as a concierge service, helping you to navigate available support services. They can also provide guidance to help your business with longer-term recovery.
Experienced business recovery advisers will help you to:
- understand the different supports available to you from the Australian and Victorian Governments and through your local council
- manage issues with your insurance provider or landlord
- access support services including local crisis support services and mental health support
- plan your recovery including business continuity and contingency planning.
Community Business Connect is part of the AgBiz Group.
