Locals in Victorian High Country resort Falls Creek are calling for targeted financial assistance for businesses hit by the landslide on the Bogong High Plains Road.
abc.net.au/news/falls-creek-businesses-call-for-support-after-landslide/101690540Falls Creek residents are calling for targeted financial assistance to support businesses hit by the landslide on Bogong High Plains Road.Businesses say they have lost summer bookings and are struggling with ongoing utility costsThe federal and Victorian governments say they're working closely on the issue
"When you've still got electricity bills, you've still got operational bills, it's bigger than just running a household in a lot of instances," she said. It is understood successful applicants can also apply for up to $50,000 under the Business and Community Sport Flood Recovery Grant.
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