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Eligible hospitality businesses will be able to seek a rebate of up to $5000 through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries for eligible purchases that relate to alfresco dining establishment, expansion or improvement that have been purchased from 1 March 2022 to 31 May 2022.
The initiative promotes safe socialisation and the creation of community vibrancy though the activation of footpaths and other spaces.
The program closes on 31 May 2022 or when applications reach 1000, whichever happens sooner.
Alfresco Activation Rebate Program
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