Anyone may apply to this fund for money to help him/her develop a business idea that is likely to result in additional employment of Kawerau people within two years, or which has a significant benefit to the Kawerau community.
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Funding available
Council may contribute up to $1,500 to assist in the development of a business plan or other development feasibility studies relating to the proposed business.
Applications for Funding
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The proposed business must be located in Kawerau, or have a significant benefit to Kawerau. All applications must be in writing and provide the following information:
- Specific details of the proposed business
- An outline of how the business plan or development feasibility study is to be prepared and who will write it
- The level of funding requested
- Specific details on how the funds will be used
- Details of additional funding sought elsewhere
- Details of other feasibility studies already undertaken
All applications will be treated as confidential by Council.
When the application has been approved, half the amount will be paid at the beginning of the study and the balance when the study is completed. A Development Feasibility Fund Accountability Form will be required at the completion of the project.
