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A Mackay business is among dozens across Queensland to receive State Government funding for security upgrades aimed at deterring crime and improving safety for staff and customers.
Beyond Psyence Pty Ltd has been awarded $19,807 through Round 2 of the Secure Communities Partnership Program, with the funding to be used for access control and entry management measures.
The business was one of 62 small and family businesses across the state to receive funding in the latest round of the program, which supports the installation of crime prevention infrastructure such as CCTV, secure fencing, bollards, alarm systems and lighting upgrades.
Minister for Small and Family Business Steve Minnikin said the funding would help businesses take practical steps to improve security.
“This program empowers local small businesses to take proactive steps to protect their livelihoods, employees, and customers, while contributing to safer communities across Queensland,” Mr Minnikin said.
“I’m proud that two-thirds of funding in this release has been awarded to small businesses based in regional Queensland, ensuring support reaches every corner of our state.”
The Secure Communities Partnership Program provides grants of between $5,000 and $20,000 to eligible small and family businesses that have been directly impacted by crime in the past five years, or operate in areas affected by crime.
Applicants are required to contribute at least 50 per cent of the total project cost and can use the funding for a range of security measures including surveillance systems, access control upgrades, perimeter security and alarm systems.
The latest funding round follows Round 1 of the program, which delivered $9.6 million for 42 projects in partnership with local councils.
Queensland businesses with fewer than 20 employees and an annual turnover of $10 million or less remain eligible to apply for funding, with applications open until the 30th of June or until available funding is exhausted.
Further information about the Secure Communities Partnership Program is available through www.business.qld.gov.au.
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