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Business NSW Criticizes New South Wales Small Business Advisory Program

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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What happened

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Business NSW South East Region president criticized the state government's Small Business Advisory program, which replaced Business Connect. The new program, launched on September 10, 2026, offers four hours of free advice annually, compared to the eight hours offered by Business Connect. The organization stated that the reduced service was not adequately explained to businesses.

From goulburnpost.com.au

Why it matters

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The criticism centers on the replacement of a previously functioning initiative with a smaller, less accountable version. The change affects the availability of free advice for small businesses in the region, raising questions about the program's effectiveness and outcomes.

From goulburnpost.com.au

Who's involved

  • Janelle SaffinGovernment minister whose program is being criticized by business groups
  • Business NSWBusiness organization that criticized the state government's small business support program
  • New South WalesState government overseeing the small business support program

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • New South WalesSpeculative

    Small businesses might face increased operational costs or reduced growth due to limited access to advisory services.

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The entities involved

Coverage

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