Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a joint initiative by the South Australian and Australian Governments to support businesses and communities impacted by the algal bloom affecting South Australia's coastline. The package includes financial grants, counselling, and other resources.

Applications for business support grants including the Algal Bloom Small Business Grant, Algal Bloom Fisheries and Aquaculture Grant and Algal Bloom Resilience Grant have all closed.

Yes. The package includes access to financial counselling, mental health support, and workforce advice to help businesses manage both short-term and long-term impacts.

Rural Business Support (RBS) has been engaged by the South Australian Government to provide free, independent and confidential financial counselling to small and family businesses impacted by the algal bloom event.

An RBS representative can also help you understand your eligibility for the existing financial support programs, and help you complete an application.

We’re not able to provide specific tax advice as everyone’s circumstances are different.

We recommend that you speak with your accountant to understand how this grant may apply to your circumstances and what your obligations might be.