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The Digital Solutions Program is an Australian Government funded initiative to support the digital growth of small businesses.
What's included
Through the program you can access 3 hours of 1:1 mentoring, weekly live workshops and webinars and over 20 short courses covering a diverse range of digital topics.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the program, you must be a for profit business, based in Victoria, hold an active ABN and have under 20 full-time equivalent employees.
Outside Victoria?
SA businesses can apply here.
TAS businesses can apply here.
Other states can apply here.
cost
You can apply for free. To access mentoring in Victoria, it is a subsidised cost of $110 inc GST which includes 3 hours of 1:1 mentoring.
Through the program, you can access free workshops, webinars, and short courses.
READY TO get started?
Visit the program website for more information or apply below.
FAQ
What's included?
The Digital Solutions Program works with small businesses to make the most of digital tools and offers broader advice specific to your business needs. Digital Solutions offers up to 3 hours of one-on-one tailored support as well as unlimited attendance at group workshops or webinars.
You will have access to the short courses and workshops until the program concludes in 2026.
Who is the program for?
Small businesses with fewer than 20 full-time (or equivalent) employees, as well as sole traders. To access the program's services, you must be operating for-profit in Victoria.
How much does it cost to join?
You can apply at no cost, and have immediate access to the workshops*, webinars and short courses. To access the mentoring you'll need to pay the program access fee of $110 - inclusive of GST. Included in this is 3 hours of 1:1 mentoring. Once your application form is submitted, you will have a period of six weeks to take advantage of the mentoring offer If you are experiencing financial hardship, please contact us to enquire about our financial exemption policy.
Is this program government funded?
This program is made possible through funding from the Australian Government, ensuring that there is a subsidised low cost to join. Thanks to this government support, participants can access the program at an affordable rate, allowing small businesses to benefit from valuable resources and support without straining their budget.
What topics will be covered in the session?
Our mentors can cover a range of topics based on their expertise, that fall under the following:
- Introduction to digitising your business
- Websites and selling online
- Social media and digital marketing
- Using small business software
- Online security and data privacy
Will the sessions be face to face?
Sessions will more than likely be conducted virtually; however, some mentors do offer face-to-face sessions. To determine eligibility and arrange a face-to-face session, please contact your mentor directly.
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