Seven small businesses from across the Dubbo Region have been successful in receiving funding as part of the pilot Small Business Grant Program Dubbo Regional Council launched earlier this year.
The Dubbo Region Small Business Grant Program was piloted by Dubbo Regional Council to help boost economic growth and development within the region. Small businesses were able to apply for a grant of up to $5,000 supporting a range of improvements, ideas and projects for local businesses.
Dubbo Regional Council Mayor Josh Black said it was great to be able to announce the successful applicants for the Small Business Grant program as part of Small Business Month.
“Council had an overwhelming response to the pilot program with over 20 small businesses applying for a grant as part of the Dubbo Region Small Business Grant program.
“This program is about backing businesses to invest in projects and improvements that invest in the growth of our small business community,” Clr Black said.
Successful applicants of the pilot program included:
- Sharon’s Haircut Shop, Wellington received $3,000 – the grant will support installing new, modern business signage and adding decorative potted plants to the front of the salon.
- Lavish Coffee received $5,000 – the grant will contribute to the installation of new, modern signage and improvements to the cafe premises.
- The Def Chef received $2,175 – the funding will support the replacement of a light box sign as well as new decal stickers on the front window.
- Haldi Indian Restaurant received $5,000 – the grant will contribute to the transformation of the underutilised restaurant frontage with upgrades to signage, external lighting, outdoor furniture and landscaping.
- Yurruga Indigenous Corporation received $5,000 – the funding will contribute to the development of a professional website and digital content to support the next stage of business growth.
- Daily Scoop received $5,000 – the grant will support the design of a new logo, signage and window graphics to better communicate their products.
- The Grand Hotel, Wellington received $5,000 – the grant will contribute to the repairs of the front awning of the premise.
“The grant will enhance our outdoor dining area with comfortable furniture, improved lighting, and a more visible signage board to attract customers and create a welcoming atmosphere and increase visibility,” Jaskaran Singh, owner of Haldi India Restaurant said.
Sharon and Ellie Gollan from Sharon’s Haircut Shop said the improvements would help attract new customers, increase visibility and create a more inviting experience for clients.
“As a long-standing local business, we aim to continue supporting the Wellington community by providing quality hairdressing services and maintaining a welcoming space for everyone,” they said.
The Dubbo Region Small Business Grant was a pilot program with $30,000 in grant funding available, with eligible small business, who employ up to 15 people, able to apply for a one-off grant of up to $5,000.
Dubbo Regional Council will review and evaluate the pilot round of the program once the small business grant projects are completed to determine the next steps for the program.
For more information about funding opportunities visit www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au/funding.
