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21 November 2023 Newsletter [] [View this email in your browser.](   Newsletter 21 November 2023       Are you ready for extreme weather this summer? The Bureau of Meteorology is predicting warmer than average temperatures across Australia this summer, bringing an increased risk of drought, heatwaves and bushfires. Make sure you have plans in place to manage the heat and understand your obligations in the event of an emergency. [Arrow]( [Find out more]( Out now: National Rail Procurement and Manufacturing Strategy The Australian Government has released the National Rail Procurement and Manufacturing Strategy. It outlines actions to boost Australia’s capability in manufacturing trains locally, including implementing a nationally coordinated approach to rolling stock procurement. [Arrow]( [Find out more]( Helping businesses secure customer data The Australian Cyber Security Centre has released a new publication: Securing Customer Personal Data for Small to Medium Businesses. It provides guidance to help business owners improve their data security and protect their customer data from growing risks. [Arrow]( [Find out more]( Webinar: Hiring Outside the Box   On 6 December, the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations will be hosting a free webinar on recruiting and retaining apprentices and trainees. Hear from industry experts on how you can develop talent and expand your business. [Arrow]( [Find out more]( ATO's lodgement penalty amnesty Do you have overdue income tax returns, business activity statements or fringe benefits tax returns? Time is running out to take advantage of the Australian Taxation Office's small business lodgment penalty amnesty. You only have until 31 December 2023 so get in quick.  [Arrow]( [Find out more]( business.gov.au is now on Instagram!   This week we've officially launched the business.gov.au Instagram channel! We're so excited to be bringing all the latest business advice, information and services to your feeds. Be sure to follow [@business.gov.au]( to keep up with the latest. [Arrow]( [Follow us]( Find government assistance, grants and events Use our finder tools to explore government services available to help businesses. [Arrow] [Grants finder]( [Arrow] [Adviser finder]( [Arrow] [Events finder]( //newsletter.business.gov.au/link/id/zzzz655c2fdec706f366Pzzzz63630556d9f9f221/page.html//newsletter.business.gov.au/link/id/zzzz655c2fded300e604Pzzzz63630556d9f9f221/page.html [business.gov.au]( - simple access to useful information and services for Australian businesses.  Your email address, {EMAIL}, is subscribed to the business.gov.au news email list. [Manage your preferences]( |  [Unsubscribe](