New support available for Whyalla’s small businesses

The Australian and South Australian Governments are providing nearly $100 million in support programs to help small businesses in Whyalla impacted by the decline in steelmaking and OneSteel Manufacturing Pty Ltd (OneSteel) entering administration.

A Whyalla Emergency Response Package has been announced to provide significant funding to support businesses and workers throughout this period of administration.

If your business has been impacted, you may be eligible for the following support:

• Whyalla Creditor Assistance Payments – Payments are available for eligible businesses owed money by designated OneSteel entities, to help maintain cash flow.
• Whyalla Small Local Business Support Grant – Grants of $10,000 for businesses that have experienced a reduction in turnover due to the reduced capacity of Whyalla's steelworks.
• Additional business supports – Access to financial advisory services, business mentoring, diversification workshops, and mental health and wellbeing support to help navigate this period of change.
• Emergency legal services – Get free, face-to-face legal advice through the Legal Services Commission. Staff will be on site on every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday to help businesses with a range of issues, including debt recovery, mortgage deferrals, residential tenancies and employment enquiries. Visit the office at 17A Forsyth Street, Whyalla, or book an appointment by contacting the Legal Helpline on 1300 366 424.