Small businesses struggle with Sydney's extended lockdown

Atefeh with one of her students prior to lockdown.

Atefeh Hekmat (left) with one of her students prior to lockdown. Source: Supplied

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The extension of the Greater Sydney coronavirus lockdown and the tightening of restrictions is affecting many small businesses. Despite government support measures, many are struggling to make ends meet, as Small Business Secrets has discovered.

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