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Grants advisory Australia offers strategic support for government funding, applications, reporting and compliance to drive sustainable business growth.

Grants Advisory Australia for Government Funding

Grants advisory Australia helps businesses explore government grants in Australia by identifying funding opportunities that support business growth, innovation, and expansion across multiple industries. Government grants consultants Australia assist businesses in reducing costs, improving cash flow, and supporting eligible projects through structured government funding programs.

Government grants provide essential financial support for businesses aiming to expand, innovate, and stay competitive. With grants advisory Australia guidance, businesses can navigate eligibility criteria, compliance requirements, and application processes more effectively.

Access critical resources, enhance product development, and pursue strategic growth opportunities with confidence. Grants advisory Australia services support stronger funding outcomes and sustainable long-term success.

Grants advisory Australia for government funding applications, compliance and reporting support

Government Funding Programs and Business Incentives

Grants advisory Australia supports businesses in accessing business grants, incentives, and government funding programs designed for small businesses, established companies, and startups. Government grants consultants Australia help businesses access incentive programs that improve productivity, exports, digital transformation, and research initiatives.

Incentive programs are available across key sectors including manufacturing, agriculture, technology, healthcare, and export-focused industries. These government funding programs are designed to drive innovation and commercial growth nationwide.

From eligibility assessment to documentation and submission, grants advisory Australia provides end-to-end support throughout the grant application process, improving approval outcomes and ensuring compliance with funding requirements.

Government funding programs and business incentives supported by grants advisory Australia

Startup & SME Funding Australia

Navigate the complex landscape of government grants and funding opportunities. We help businesses identify, apply for, and secure funding to support innovation, growth, and expansion.

Key Benefits

  • Grant identification and eligibility assessment
  • Application preparation and submission
  • Compliance and reporting support
  • R&D tax incentive claims
  • Export market development grants
  • Industry-specific funding programs
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Our Process

A structured approach to delivering exceptional results

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Eligibility Review

Assess your business against available programs

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Opportunity Identification

Match you with suitable grants and incentives

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Application Development

Prepare compelling grant applications

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Submission & Follow-up

Submit applications and manage queries

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Compliance Management

Ongoing reporting and acquittal support

Grants Advisory Australia

Government funding applications, compliance and reporting support to drive sustainable business growth.

Grants advisory Australia for government funding applications, compliance and reporting

Export Market Development Grant

  • Export Market Development Grant: Financial assistance to help businesses grow their export markets and increase their international presence.

R&D Tax Incentive

  • R&D Tax Incentive: Offers substantial tax offsets for companies engaging in eligible research and development activities to stimulate innovation.
  • Minimum Viable Product (MVP): Grants available to aid businesses in developing and testing new products, ensuring feasibility before full-scale production.

Tax Incentives for Investors

  • Tax Incentives for Early Stage Investors (ESI): Encourages investment in startup companies by offering tax incentives, fostering a robust ecosystem for new ventures.
  • With an array of grant options available, your business can access financial resources and expertise to navigate challenges, scale effectively, and unlock new opportunities for success.

Government Grants & Programs

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Accelerated depreciation of new business assets
Apply at any time.
Businesses with turnover of less than $500 million. Faster depreciation of assets as tax deductions.
Accelerating Commercialisation funding offers
See all the successful Accelerating Commercialisation funding offers.
Access to apprentices and trainees for WA SMEs working on government projects in building and construction
Apply at any time.
Western Australian SMEs in the building and construction sector. Access to apprentices and trainees.  
Access to free training for VIC businesses in the manufacturing and/or construction sectors
Apply at any time.
Victorian businesses operating in the manufacturing and/or construction sectors. Access to free training.
Accreditation for import and export businesses
Applications may be made at any time.
Australian import and export businesses. Various benefits and resources are available.
Advanced Manufacturing - Smart orthotics for remote Australia
With the support of a $2 million Cooperative Research Centres Project (CRC-P) grant, iOrthotics has stepped into the future. Working with My FootDr, North West Hospital and Health Service, Queensland University of Technology, and The University of Queensland, iOrthotics have created a smart orthotic.
Advancing High Efficiency Hydrogen Storage Technology
Dr Chiara Fois (Process & Manufacturing Engineering Post-Doctoral Fellow, University of Sydney) and Mr Nirajan Shrestha (Graduate Engineer, Rux Energy) in the Research and Experimental Manufacturing Laboratory located at Cicada Innovations, Eveleigh NSW (photo credit: Robert Walwyn 2024).
Agrifood sector guide for the R&D Tax Incentive
Read examples of agrifood companies undertaking innovative activities, and how they self-assess their activities against the eligibility criteria for the R&D Tax Incentive.
Akin
Akin’s Boosting Female Founders Initiative grant helped CEO and Founder, Liesl Yearsley, hire top level executives, win partnerships and develop distribution models for her startup.
Alcolizer Technology – driving innovation in drug and alcohol testing
Alcolizer Technology’s products keep people safe at work, on the roads and in the community.
Apply for an Advance Finding from the R&D Tax Incentive
You can ask us to make an Advance Finding as to whether your activities are eligible R&D activities.
Apply for an Overseas Finding from the R&D Tax Incentive
You must ask us to make an Overseas Finding as to whether your activities are eligible overseas R&D activities.
Apply for the R&D Tax Incentive
To register activities for the R&DTI you must submit an application via the R&DTI customer portal. The portal is the R&DTI's secure platform for making and managing applications.
Apply to register with the R&D Tax Incentive
To register activities for the R&D Tax Incentive (R&DTI) you must submit an application via the customer portal. The portal provides you with:
Arafura Rare Earths – using Australia's natural resources to create clean energy
Research underway at Arafura’s pilot facility in central Australia.
Archer Materials – Australia’s quantum leap to the future
Archer Materials believes its semiconductors offer a paradigm shift in computational power.
Assess if your R&D activities are eligible for the R&D Tax Incentive
To register eligible R&D activities, you need to conduct or plan to conduct at least one core R&D activity. Some activities are excluded from being core R&D activities.
Asset write-offs for businesses
An asset write-off of up to $20,000.
Eligible businesses. An asset write-off of up to $20,000.
Assistance and support for businesses affected by natural disasters
Types of assistance and support vary.
Businesses affected by a natural disaster. Types of assistance and support vary.
Assuring integrity in the R&D Tax Incentive
The R&DTI is a self-assessment program. This means you are responsible for making sure the R&D activities you register are eligible.
Atamo
Atamo was started in 2003 by senior engineers who were keen to help others take their novel ideas and turn them into technically and commercially successful products. Those ambitions seem well on track with Atamo’s portable, automated spectrometer system to measure pyrethroid residues on internal surfaces of aircraft.
Australia-India Strategic Research Fund grant recipients
Autism CRC – new group of skilled workers to bring home the bacon
Adults on the autism spectrum have many skills and traits that make them ideal animal care workers.
BAE Systems Australia – providing cutting-edge defence capabilities for Australia’s security
BAE Systems Australia’s R&D activities include areas such as hypersonics, corrosion, electronic warfare, and more.
BFFI customer stories
Akin CEO and Boosting Female Founders Initiative grant recipient, Liesl Yearsley, talks about how the grant has helped her business.
Biomedical Translation Fund customer stories
Read more about how BioScience Managers and Cynata are working together to improve treatment and prevention of chronic and acute diseases.
Biomedical Translation Fund investee companies
BioScience Managers and Cynata
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Biotechnology sector guide for the R&D Tax Incentive
Biotechnology covers the areas of life sciences, industrial processing, agriculture and environment.
Blackbird Ventures – supercharging Australia’s most ambitious founders
The Blackbird Ventures team
BluGlass – a leading light in global laser manufacturing
BluGlass has developed an innovative, environmentally-friendly process to manufacture its GaN lasers.
Bonds for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses
Apply at any time.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned businesses. Performance or warranty bonds.
Bonds for small to medium export businesses
Apply at any time.
Small to medium export businesses. Bonds from $100,000.
Bonus tax deduction for small businesses accessing external training for their employees
Additional 20% tax deduction.
Small businesses. Additional 20% tax deduction.
BOSS Fire and Safety – changing the way passive fire protection is delivered to the market
BOSS’s FyreBox reduces fire risks, improves safety, and is more cost-effective for developers.
Brandon Capital and Aravax – tackling peanut allergy from a new direction
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Brandon Capital and ENA Respiratory
Brandon Capital and ENA Respiratory are taking research from the laboratory to the patient.
Brandon Capital and George Medicines - improving hypertension management
[Image of a modern university building against a blue sky. Image moves to street level where people are walking in the distance, and to Professor Anthony Rodgers walking towards the building. He enters the revolving door of the ‘Health Translation Hub’ and walks into a foyer with people. Image changes to a glass panelled wall with the words ‘The George Institute of Global Health’]
Brandon Capital and OncoRes Medical – partnering to help breast cancer patients
Through the Biomedical Translation Fund, Brandon Capital invested capital to establish OncoRes Medical – a WA based medical device company developing a new digital imaging technology to revolutionise breast cancer surgery.
Brandon Capital and PolyActiva – innovating eye medication
PolyActiva is developing new ocular biotech for improved patient outcomes. This is being done with support from the Biomedical Translation Fund program.
BRII customer stories
With the help of BRII, Atamo developed technology to help rid the world of malaria.
BRII Priority Sectors Round grant recipients
The challenges businesses responded to were:
BRII Round 1 grant recipients
The challenges businesses responded to were:
BRII Round 2 grant recipients
The challenges businesses responded to were:
Building environmental-friendly communities
The Communities Environment Program provides each of the 151 electorates across Australia with up to $150,000 to fund small, community-led environment projects. These projects aim to address local environmental priorities. In consultation with their community, each Federal Member of Parliament identifies potential applicants and projects in their electorate and invites them to apply for a grant.
Applicants invited to apply by their local MP. Up to $20,000 of funding for small scale community-led environment projects.
Building industrial capability to meet Defence priorities
This grant program is being revised and will open as a new stream within the Defence Industry Development Grant program in mid-2024.
Small to medium sized businesses with an Australian business number (ABN). The business must be a company incorporated in Australia or and incorporated trustee on behalf of a trust. A grant of $50,000 to $1 million for up to 50% of the cost of a project that builds capabilities aligned with Defence’s Sovereign Industrial Capability Priorities. All projects must be completed prior to the program end date 30 June 2025. Grant funding is capped at $3 million in a 3-year period per recipient.
Building the Future – Printing 3D homes in remote locations
Luyten 3D is working on a 3D printing solution to make housing cheaper in regional and remote Australia.
Built environment sector guide for the R&D Tax Incentive
The built environment is the human-made surroundings where people gather to live, work and play. It is a material, spatial and cultural product of human labour and imagination.
Bursary program for university students, early-career professionals and primary producers who are seeking to improve soil management
Closing date: Friday 15 May 2026 Fri 15 May 2026
 SA primary producers, university students, and early-career professionals working with soils. Funding varies.
Business Research and Innovation Initiative
Startups and SMEs can apply for a competitive grant of up to $100,000 to test the feasibility of their proposed solution to a government challenge. Grantees who successfully demonstrate feasibility may be invited to apply for a further competitive grant of up to $1 million to develop a proof of concept.
Cash flow support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned businesses
Apply at any time.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned businesses. Invoice finance.
Certain Inputs to Manufacture Determinations
The following is a list of companies and the details of their CIM Determinations for the concessional entry of particular goods.
Charging Ahead to Net Zero: Electrifying Australia's Roads
ACE Infrastructure is planning to reduce emissions from Australia’s heavy vehicles by developing a world-first prototype to wirelessly charge electric trucks and buses on regional Australia roads.
Check if you're eligible for the R&D Tax Incentive
You're an R&D entity if you are a corporation that is any of the following:
Check if you're ready to apply for a grant
The process of applying for a grant can vary between each one. However, for most grants you’ll need to: 
Chironix – delivering robots for humans
Company: Chironix Pty Ltd
Chobani – delivering better food to more people
Company: Chobani Pty Ltd
Claiming overseas R&D activities under the R&D Tax Incentive
To register and claim a tax offset for activities conducted overseas you must first apply for an Overseas Finding. To receive an Overseas Finding for an overseas R&D activity you must demonstrate that it meets the following 4 conditions.
Clinical trials determination guide
R&D Tax Incentive determinations are notifiable instruments that set out how the law is interpreted and applied when administering the R&D Tax Incentive program. When a determination is in force it is binding on Industry Innovation and Science Australia and its delegates except in certain circumstances, such as during a review of a reviewable decision. If an application or registration is examined, any applicable determinations will be applied.
Concession for young farmers when buying land
Apply at any time.
Young Victorian farmers. Duty concessions vary depending on the farmland value.
Concessional loans for small, fast growing NT businesses
Apply at any time.
Businesses that have a significant presence in the Northern Territory. Loans between $100,000 and $10 million.
Concessional loans for Tasmanian businesses to help them develop or expand, or undertake new projects
Closing date: Friday 18 December 2026 Fri 18 Dec 2026
Tasmanian businesses. Loans from $100,000 to $5 million.
Concessions for green hydrogen producers
Apply at any time.
Green hydrogen producers. Concession amounts vary.
Concessions on goods for space projects
You can apply at any time.
A project proponent looking to establish a space project. Duty-free tariffs on eligible imported goods for use in a space project.
Concessions to improve Australian industry competitiveness
The CIM program helps reduce importing costs for Australian manufacturers of eligible goods. If you intend to import an eligible good and can show that your imported good has a performance advantage in producing the specific end product over a local input produced in Australia, you may be eligible for an import concession.
Manufacturers who import: chemical, plastics and paper goods metal materials and goods used in food packaging. Import duty concessions to help reduce the cost of manufacturing products.
Consultancy services for Aboriginal owned tourism related business operators
Applications will remain open until 1 January 2026, or until funding is fully subscribed, whichever occurs first.
NT Aboriginal owned tourism related businesses. Consultancy services.
Cooperative Research Centres Grants customer stories
Read about how CRC TiME is transforming Australia's mine closures into opportunities.
Course for TAS businesses beginning their exporting journey
Closing date: Monday 1 June 2026 Mon 1 Jun 2026
TAS businesses. Mentoring and a course.
Course for TAS exporting businesses
Closing date: Monday 1 June 2026 Mon 1 Jun 2026
TAS exporters. Mentoring and a course.
Coworking space, learning and networking opportunities for early-stage founders in Victoria
Apply at any time.
VIC early-stage founders. Access to coworking space, learning, networking and funding opportunities.
CRC CARE helps overhaul site contamination protocols
CRC CARE Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Professor Ravi Naidu
CRC for Cell Therapy Manufacturing – feel-good work
CTM CRC’s work is exciting for the field of regenerative medicine and cell therapy
CRC for Honey Bee Products – driving value for the Australian honey bee industry
The CRC for Honey Bee Products worked to resolve industry problems that limited both the value and expansion of the Australian honey bee products industry.
CRC for Low Carbon Living – mainstreaming low carbon housing
The CRC for Low Carbon Living and its spin-out company, Power Ledger, received a 2019 Excellence in Innovation Award from the CRC Association in recognition of their innovative energy sharing technology that is enabling the world-wide secure and efficient capture and trade of renewable energy.
CRC for Rail Manufacturing – keeping train services on time
The CRC for Rail Manufacturing received a 2019 Excellence in Innovation Award from the CRC Association in 2019 for Dwell Track – technology to help Australian rail operators understand and ease passenger congestion, keeping services on-time and efficient. (credit: CRC Association)
CRC for Sheep Industry Innovation - bringing sheep farming into the technological age
Farmer using tablet device whilst checking sheep
CRC Grants selection round outcomes
Additive Manufacturing CRC Grant funding (GST excl): $57,500,000 over 7 years Partner Contributions: $209,755,269 (cash and in-kind)
CRC Projects - Nuchev takes the lead on goat vaccination development
The rapidly growing Australian dairy goat industry will benefit from a collaborative project to improve vaccine development.
CRC Projects customer stories
Find out how Miniprobes is developing a tool to quantify meat quality for Australia's sheep meat industry.
CRC Projects selection round outcomes
View the successful CRC Projects for:
CRC Projects – Design and Manufacture of a 6000m depth rated medium work class ROV
The powerful Typhoon Mk4 Ultra Deep ROV meets the needs of the diverse deep-sea industry.
CRC Projects – EMVision Medical Devices
The Brisbane-based company received a $2.6 million CRC-P grant and an additional $910,000 in funding from partners, the University of Queensland, GE Healthcare and Brisbane’s Princess Alexandra Hospital.
CRC Projects – Game-changing metal 3D printing technology
SPEE3D's metal 3D printing technology enables exceptionally fast and very low-cost production of metal parts. This technology is set to revolutionise industrial production in remote areas by allowing metal parts to be produced on demand.
CRC Projects – Intelligent mixed waste re-manufacturing system to create durable, stylish eyewear
The CRC-P program has helped Australian company Dresden Optics, in partnership with the University of New South Wales, Astor Industries, Consonic, Duromer Products, Elemental Manufacturing, JASCA Engineering and the Brien Holden Vision Institute establish a novel, advanced, fully automated manufacturing centre where recycled waste plastics are transformed into high quality, stylish, low cost spectacle frames of exceptional durability.
CRC Projects – Power efficient wastewater treatment using graphene oxide technology
Ground water and municipal wastewater are excellent sources provided they can be economically treated.
CRC Projects – Stretchable sensor technology helping health care workers
Dr Sumeet Walia, Professor Sharath Sriram and Professor Madhu Bhaskaran from RMIT University. Professor Madhu Bhaskaran is holding a flexible sensor.
CRC Projects – taking the financial pain out of knee replacements
The AI-based solution automatically recognises a knee joint’s range of motion.
CRC Projects – The future integrated driver monitoring solution for heavy vehicles
Seeing Machines is an industry leader in computer vision technologies which enable machines to see, understand and assist people.
Creating an innovative leather alternative
Alt. Leather's mission is to scale the production of its 100% bio-based leather alternative, focusing on sustainable growth, innovation and market expansion.
Creating international researcher networks to accelerate clean innovation
Up to 60% of eligible project expenditure.
Academics and researchers from eligible research institutions. Up to 60% of eligible project expenditure.
Current Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs)
Current Major Projects
Location of projects listed below. Map markers represent projects currently holding Major Project Status.Locations and distances not to scale.
Customer Stories
Read about how Engentus is creating game changing technology for the mining and resources industry.
Customs duty refund for exporters
A duty drawback claim must be lodged within:
Exporters. Drawback amounts vary.
Cyber Security CRC – Helping business prepare and respond to ransomware attacks
The Corporates Compromised® board game.
Debt finance, equity finance and guarantees for businesses with appropriate proposals
Apply at any time.
Businesses with compelling proposals. Funding varies.
Decisions we make about R&D Tax Incentive applications
Findings are made by the department as a result of an examination of the R&D activities in your application. Examinations can be initiated by us or requested by you.
Design technologies carbon capture, use and storage assets and shared hub infrastructure
In line with the October Budget 2022 the Carbon Capture Use and Storage Hubs and Technologies Programs have been discontinued with funding being redirected to other Government priorities. If you would like further information or have questions, please contact business.gov.au on 13 28 46.
Businesses involved with carbon capture, use and storage Grants from $1 million to $30 million.
Develop new diagnoses and treatment options for congenital heart disease
Up to $10 million to develop new diagnoses and treatment options.
Ideally, researchers with projects targeting: preventing neurodevelopmental and mental health complications understanding the impact of prenatal and postnatal factors affecting the health of children born with CHD and their families exploring the role of exercise and increased activity in reducing the impact of CHD Up to $10 million to develop new diagnoses and treatment options.
Developing high-quality career development services through innovative partnerships
Grants from $20,000 to $350,000, for projects up to 12 months. 
Grants are for entities that contribute to career guidance services including industry, employers, schools, tertiary providers, local and state governments and researchers. Grants from $20,000 to $350,000, for projects up to 12 months. 
Discounts for businesses for energy efficient products
Applications may be made at any time.
Victorian businesses. Discounts vary depending on the products purchased.
Discounts on costs of installing a small-scale solar battery
Closing date: Tuesday 31 December 2030 Tue 31 Dec 2030
Australian households, businesses and community organisations. Discounts of up to 30% on the upfront cost of installing small-scale battery systems.
Dovetail Electric Aviation - Fast-Tracking Zero Emissions for Commercial Aviation
Dovetail Electric Aviation is making ground-breaking strides in reducing Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions by pioneering the development of electric-powered aircraft.
Drought loans for farm businesses
Apply at any time.
Eligible farm businesses. Loans up to $2 million.
Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnerships (ESVCLP) customer stories
Learn how Right Click Capital is investing in Myriota and its innovations in connectivity.
Electric vehicle registration fee exemption for South Australian businesses, organisations and individuals
3-year registration fee exemption.
South Australian businesses, organisations and individuals. 3-year registration fee exemption.
Energy bill relief for TAS small businesses in an embedded network
One-off payment of $150.
TAS small businesses in an embedded network. One-off payment of $150.
Energy metering and monitoring planning advice for NSW businesses
Expressions of interest are now open.
NSW businesses in a manufacturing sector, or another industrial or commercial sector. Working with a service provider on your metering and monitoring needs.
Energy sector guide for the R&D Tax Incentive
Read about energy sector related activities and the R&DTI. The energy sector covers these areas:
Engentus are fastening the future of mining
In 2014, Brian Bradshaw, the founder of Engentus, was exploring a better way to release nuts on heavy machinery and equipment. He came up with a product called the Segnut and created the Engentus company.
Entrepreneurs' Programme
This program provided advice and funding to get products, processes or services to market. The program closed on 9 May 2023.
Establishing a BioMedTech Incubator
A grant of up to $50 million to establish a BioMedTech incubator.
An eligible organisation who can establish a working incubator and select SME's to partner with in new and innovative research projects. A grant of up to $50 million to establish a BioMedTech incubator.
Establishing a BioMedTech Incubator for dementia and cognitive decline
A grant of up to $50 million to establish a BioMedTech Incubator - Dementia and Cognitive Decline.
An eligible organisation that can establish a working incubator, to partner with Australian SMEs to progress their promising research and innovation projects through the early stages of development. A grant of up to $50 million to establish a BioMedTech Incubator - Dementia and Cognitive Decline.
Establishing BioMedTech Incubators
Grants of up to $33 million to establish BioMedTech Incubators.
An eligible organisation who can establish a working incubator, to partner with Australian SMEs to progress and new and innovative medical research projects through the early stages of development. Grants of up to $33 million to establish BioMedTech Incubators.
Establishing BioMedTech Incubators
Closing date: Wednesday 22 July 2026 5:00pm AEST Wed 22 Jul 2026 5:00pm AEST
An eligible organisation who can establish a working incubator, to partner with Australian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to progress new and innovative medical research projects through the early stages of development. Grants of up to $33 million to establish BioMedTech Incubators.
Events and information sessions
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources runs information sessions to discuss registration and reporting requirements for the following programs:
Export support measures for NSW small to medium enterprises in certain industry sectors
Applications open for different streams at different times, and are announced on the Going Global Export Program page.
NSW small to medium enterprises in certain industry sectors. A range of export support measures are available.
Factil Pty Ltd
Factil's system will help child protection agencies to share data securely.
Fee relief for commercial fishers, aquaculture, and charter boat operators
Applications are open until further notice.
Relief will be issued as 25% of total eligible annual fees, representing the affected quarter (April to June 2025). Commercial fishers, aquaculture operators, and charter boat licence holders affected by the 2025 harmful algal bloom.
Fee-free accredited training for eligible participants in Brisbane and Moreton Bay
Apply at any time.
Australian residents or permanent citizens in the Brisbane and Moreton Bay areas. Fee-free accredited training.
Fee-free training for apprentices
Closing date: Wednesday 30 June 2027 Wed 30 Jun 2027
QLD businesses. Fee-free apprenticeships for employees under 25 years in priority areas.
Financial assistance to WA businesses in the defence sector
This incentive is capped at 435 commencements, that is, the first 435 training contracts which pass probation and receive the first milestone payment.
WA businesses in the defence sector. Incentive payments of up to $20,000.
Financial assistance to WA businesses in the defence sector
This incentive is capped at 120 commencements, that is, the first 120 training contracts that receive the first milestone payment.
WA businesses in the defence sector. Incentive payments of up to $6,375.
Financial benefits for businesses that recycle oil
Applications may be made at any time.
Businesses that recycle oil or use recycled oil. Benefit rates vary.
Financial guidance and training support for NSW commercial fishing businesses
Closing date: Thursday 11 June 2026 Thu 11 Jun 2026
NSW commercial fishing businesses. Financial guidance grants of up to $1,000 and training grants of up to $9,000.
Financial help for Tasmanian businesses to move goods by sea
Applications may be made at any time.
Tasmanian businesses wanting to move goods by sea. Reduced costs to transport eligible goods by sea.
Financial incentives for businesses to hire new staff
Apply at any time.
Australian businesses looking to fill an ongoing position. Subsidies up to a maximum of $10,000.
Financial incentives for businesses to reduce their carbon emissions
Apply at any time.
Businesses wanting to reduce their carbon emissions. Australian carbon credit units (ACCUs).
Financial incentives for medical practitioners to work in rural and remote areas of Australia
Applications may be made at any time.
Medical practitioners.  Incentive amounts vary.
Financial incentives for NSW businesses to improve their energy efficiency
Apply at any time.
NSW businesses. Incentive payments vary.
Financial relief for regional and remote airport operators that are unsecured creditors of Rex regional business
Closing date: Tuesday 17 March 2026 5:00pm AEDT Tue 17 Mar 2026 5:00pm AEDT
Operators of regional and remote airports that are unsecured creditors of the Rex Airlines regional business. You will receive a relief payment that is proportionate to the total of all applicant unsecured debt. For example, if your organisation is eligible and is owed 4% of the total applicant unsecured debt, you will receive 4% of the available funding.
Financial support to hire an apprentice
Apply at any time.
Australian businesses who employ Australian apprentices. Financial support through incentives.
Find a research service provider for the R&D Tax Incentive
Research field
Flame Security International – Developing fire resistant paint for Australian bushfires
With support from Cooperative Research Centre Projects Grants, Flame Security International has invented one of the world’s most fire protective paints: FIRECOAT.
Flood property assessments for property owners in NSW
Apply at any time.
Property owners located in eligible NSW flood affected areas. Flood property assessment.
Flow through tax incentives to encourage investment in venture capital funds
Tax benefits on the income derived from equity investments.
Fund managers seeking to invest in a portfolio of venture capital funds, including Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnerships and Venture Capital Limited Partnerships. Tax benefits on the income derived from equity investments.
Folklore Ventures - first cheque to forever investors
Founded in 2014, Folklore Ventures is a leading Australian venture capital firm investing in early stage software and advanced technology start-ups. As of August 2025, Folklore oversees two ESVCLPs: Folklore Ventures Fund 2 and Folklore Ventures Fund 3.
Food Agility CRC – creating a sustainable food future
The Food Agility CRC is helping Australia’s agriculture sector to adopt digital technologies to improve efficiency, profitability and sustainability.
Free and confidential mental health coaching for small business owners
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Small business owners. Free and confidential mental health coaching.
Free education program for VIC startups
 
VIC founders who are actively building and scaling teams. Free executive education program.
Free mentoring support for First Nations tourism businesses
Apply at any time.
First Nations tourism businesses. Free mentoring and expert advice.
Free online cyber security training and resources
Apply at any time.
Small to medium businesses and their employees. Free, self-paced, online cyber security training and resources.
Free productivity assessment for employers of people with a disability
Applications may be made at any time.
Employers of people with a disability. Free productivity assessment.
Free, independent legal advice for workplace issues
Apply at any time.
Eligible employers dealing with workplace issues. Free, independent legal advice.
Freight discounts for QLD businesses in remote communities
Closing date: Friday 30 June 2028 Fri 30 Jun 2028
Remote community businesses located in eligible QLD local government areas. Funding amounts vary.
Fuel tax credits for businesses that use fuel
Registrations to claim fuel tax credits may be made at any time.
Businesses who use fuel in their operations. Credit for fuel tax.
Funding and incentives for screen productions and practitioners in Victoria
Apply anytime.
Australian and International productions, and Victorian screen practitioners. Various funding and incentives programs are available.
Funding and resources for ACT screen practitioners
Check individual programs for deadline information.
ACT screen practitioners. Various funding programs and resources are available.
Funding and resources for NSW screen practitioners
Check individual programs for deadline information.
NSW screen practitioners. Various funding programs and resources are available.
Funding and resources for Queensland screen practitioners
Check individual programs for deadline information.
Queensland screen practitioners. Various funding programs and resources are available.
Funding and resources for SA screen practitioners
Please check the individual program page for funding deadlines.
SA screen practitioners. Various funding programs and resources are available.
Funding and resources for screen practitioners
The deadlines to apply vary across the different funding programs. Please check the information on the program page.
Australian screen practitioners. Various funding programs and resources are available.
Funding and resources for screen practitioners
Check individual programs for deadline information.
Screen practitioners in the Northern Territory. Various funding programs and resources are available.
Funding and resources for Tasmanian screen practitioners
Check individual programs for deadline information.
Tasmanian screen practitioners. Various funding programs and resources are available.
Funding for a delivery partner to award university scholarships to women
A grant up to $41.2 million.
Australian businesses involved in education. A grant up to $41.2 million.
Funding for a startup incubator or accelerator to deliver commercialisation training programs
Closing date: Thursday 23 April 2026 Thu 23 Apr 2026
Startup incubators or accelerators based in NSW. Funding of up to $900,000 ($300,000 per annum for up to 3 years).
Funding for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and art workers
Opening date: Wednesday 13 May 2026 Wed 13 May 2026
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists or arts workers/cultural workers. Funding of up to $10,000.
Funding for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and art workers
Opening date: Wednesday 13 May 2026 Wed 13 May 2026
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists or arts workers/cultural workers. Funding of up to $25,000.
Funding for Aboriginal businesses within the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct
Funding of between $5,000 and $150,000.
Aboriginal businesses within the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct. Funding of between $5,000 and $150,000.
Funding for Aboriginal owned and operated tourism business enterprises
Funding of between $30,000 and $100,000.
Northern Territory Aboriginal owned and operated tourism businesses. Funding of between $30,000 and $100,000.
Funding for Aboriginal owned businesses in the tourism sector
Closing date: Thursday 30 April 2026 Thu 30 Apr 2026
Aboriginal owned businesses in the tourism sector. Funding between $2,000 and $5,000.
Funding for Aboriginal owned tourism businesses in the NT
Funding of between $10,000 and $100,000.
Majority Aboriginal owned NT businesses. Funding of between $10,000 and $100,000.
Funding for Aboriginal Territorians and Aboriginal owned businesses developing cultural tourism experiences
Applications close 6 March 2026, or when funds are fully expended, whichever occurs first.
Aboriginal organisations. Funding from between $10,000 and $30,000.
Funding for activities that support the welfare of companion animals and wildlife
Closing date: Monday 4 May 2026 Mon 4 May 2026
WA organisations. Funding of up to $50,000.
Funding for advancements in mineral carbonation research, innovation and solutions
The program is available until all funding positions are filled.
Carbonation advancement projects. Funding varies.
Funding for after-hours youth activities in Moree
Applications will remain open until funding is exhausted.
Small businesses, individuals and organisations. Funding of between $500 and $10,000.
Funding for Artificial Intelligence (AI) Centres to help SMEs adopt AI technologies
AI Adopt Centres are now open to eligible small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) priority sectors to help them adopt responsible AI-enabled services and enhance their businesses.
Businesses in Australia that can establish centres to help Australian SMEs adopt AI technologies in their business. Grants between $3 million and $5 million over four years for up to 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding for artist travel costs
Funding varies.
Tasmanian artists and art groups. Funding varies.
Funding for arts festivals and projects
Closing date: Tuesday 17 March 2026 Tue 17 Mar 2026
Arts organisations and individuals. Funding varies.
Funding for arts tours in Victoria
Funding amounts between $10,000 and $150,000 are available.
Victorian artists and art organisations. Funding amounts between $10,000 and $150,000 are available.
Funding for Australian and Indian collaborative research projects
Grants of between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The grant will be up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
An Australian organisation conducting a research project with an Indian partner in a priority area. You must have an Indian partner who is applying for the corresponding grant in India. Grants of between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The grant will be up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding for Australian and Indian collaborative research projects
Grants of between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The grant will be up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
An Australian organisation conducting a research project with an Indian partner in a priority area. You must have an Indian partner who is applying for the corresponding grant in India. Grants of between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The grant will be up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding for Australian businesses to start or grow their exports in international markets
Funding amounts vary.
Australian exporters and their representative bodies. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for Australian clinicians to undertake a research project that aims to improve patient outcomes
Up to $3 million for medical research to support applied research in health care.
Eligible organisations seeking to improve better clinician research practices, capacity and outcomes for applied health. Up to $3 million for medical research to support applied research in health care.
Funding for Australian companies to develop capabilities to win work for the Joint Strike Fighter Program
Closing date: Friday 30 June 2028 5:00pm AEST Fri 30 Jun 2028 5:00pm AEST
Australian companies provided an assignment by the United States Government for maintenance and repair activities for existing components used in the Joint Strike Fighter Program. Grants from $50,000 up to $250,000 to fund up to 50% of eligible project expenditure for phase 1 and 2. Phase 3 and 4 funding will be determined by the Department of Defence in accordance with the amount outlined in your supporting business case.
Funding for Australian researchers to collaborate with Indian research partners
This grant opportunity provides Australian researchers with up to $1 million in funding to help them collaborate on projects with Indian science and technology research partners.
Eligible Australian science and technology researchers. Grants of up to $1 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for Australian researchers to collect, share and analyse data more widely and in novel ways
Up to $3 million for medical research to support data research infrastructure.
What are the eligibility criteria? To be eligible you must: have an Australian business number (ABN) be incorporated in Australia. You must be one of the following entities: a medical research institute a university a corporate Commonwealth entity a corporation (including businesses and not for profits). We encourage joint applications provided you have a lead organisation who is the main driver of the project and is… Up to $3 million for medical research to support data research infrastructure.
Funding for Australian researchers to develop digital health infrastructure
Between $500,000 to $2 million in funding for innovative digital health approaches to enable health systems to rapidly respond to high-need emerging challenges, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eligible organisations seeking to develop new approaches to digital health infrastructure. Between $500,000 to $2 million in funding for innovative digital health approaches to enable health systems to rapidly respond to high-need emerging challenges, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Funding for Australian Researchers to improve research data facilities and systems
Grants of between $1 million and $2 million for medical research using data infrastructure in primary care settings to improve access, quality, safety and efficiency.
What are the eligibility criteria? To be eligible you must: have an Australian business number (ABN) be incorporated in Australia You must also be one of the following entities: a medical research institute a university a corporate Commonwealth entity a corporation (including businesses and not for profits) a state or territory government a state or territory government entity We encourage joint applications provided… Grants of between $1 million and $2 million for medical research using data infrastructure in primary care settings to improve access, quality, safety and efficiency.
Funding for Australian Researchers to improve the use of medicines by pharmacists
Up to $2.5 million to support medical research and medical innovation projects.
Eligible organisations seeking to improve medical innovation. Up to $2.5 million to support medical research and medical innovation projects.
Funding for Australian Researchers to improve the use of medicines by pharmacists
Grants of up to $1.5 million under the four Streams.
An eligible organisation who can support innovative medical research projects to improve health benefits for Australians. Grants of up to $1.5 million under the four Streams.
Funding for aviation initiatives
Funding varies.
Tasmanian airports. Funding varies.
Funding for bushfire recovery and resilience projects in 2019–20 bushfire affected areas
Approximately $276 million available over three years from 2021–22 to 2023–24.
Applicants affected by the 2019-20 bushfires, who are in an eligible Local Government Area, which are listed at Appendix A of the grant opportunity guidelines. Approximately $276 million available over three years from 2021–22 to 2023–24.
Funding for business events held in Tasmania
Apply at any time.
Organisers of business events and conferences in Tasmania. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for business projects that help develop regional communities
Up to $150,000.
Businesses with projects in regional WA. Up to $150,000.
Funding for business to strengthen Australia's defence industry
The grant opportunity guidelines and sample application forms have been updated to reflect changes to agency roles, the assessment process and the extension of NPS funding.
Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) located in Australia. Defence Industry Associations (for Skilling stream only). Grants up to: Sovereign Industrial Priorities stream – $1,000,000 Skilling stream – $250,000 Exports stream – $250,000 Security stream – $100,000. Grants will cover up to 50% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for businesses and individuals wanting to strengthen relations with Korea
Closing date: Wednesday 13 May 2026 Wed 13 May 2026
Businesses and individuals wanting to undertake projects that strengthen relations with Korea. Funding of between $50,000 and $150,000.
Funding for businesses and NPOs impacted by the NSW East Coast severe weather or Tropical Cyclone Alfred
Funding of up to $25,000.
NSW small businesses and non-profit organisations. Funding of up to $25,000.
Funding for businesses in Northern Australia to scale up and diversify
This program has received a high level of interest through the first assessment rounds.
Eligible medium to large businesses (greater than 20 employees), including Indigenous businesses. Grants between $3 million and $10 million. Grant amounts can be up to 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding for businesses to collaborate on large-scale manufacturing projects
Grants from $20 million to $200 million.
Australian large-scale manufacturers. Grants from $20 million to $200 million.
Funding for businesses to commercialise an innovative product or service
Closing date: Friday 10 April 2026 Fri 10 Apr 2026
Smaller technology Canberra-based businesses. Matched funding of between $10,000 and $30,000.
Funding for businesses to integrate their products and services into domestic and global value chains
There will be 6 grant opportunities under the Manufacturing Integration Stream that align with the National Manufacturing Priorities.
Businesses looking to integrate their products and services into domestic and international value chains with eligible expenditure of over $2 million. Co-funding grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for businesses to invest in capabilities to address supply chain vulnerabilities
The Supply Chain Resilience Initiative Round 1 is closed to applications.
A manufacturing business or a business within the manufacturing supply chain. Grants from $50,000 to $2 million.
Funding for businesses to relocate or expand into regional areas for research and development into locally sourced raw material supplies
This information reflects the previous government. It is in the process of being updated.
Australian trading corporations who will relocate or expand to a regional area, conduct a research project and will have at least 10 full-equivalent employees at the new site. Grants from $250,000 to $5 million.
Funding for businesses to translate research and ideas into commercial outcomes
There will be 6 grant opportunities under the Manufacturing Translation Stream that align with the National Manufacturing Priorities.
Businesses with projects to translate research into new or improved products or manufacturing processes with eligible expenditure of over $2 million. Co-funding grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for businesses undertaking renewable energy projects
Applications may be made at any time.
Businesses wanting to undertake renewable energy projects. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for Canberra artists, groups and organisations to undertake arts activities
Funding is open year round for smaller project and there are 2 rounds for larger projects, check website for dates.
Canberra artists, groups and organisations. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for carbon capture, use and storage pilot projects or pre-commercial projects aimed at reducing emissions
Grants from $500,000 to $25 million.
Companies, State/Territory agencies and authorities of the Commonwealth engaging in carbon capture, use and storage (CCUS) technologies in Australia. Grants from $500,000 to $25 million.
Funding for Catholic and independent school infrastructure
Applications may be made at any time.
Catholic and independent schools. Funding varies on a case-by-case basis.
Funding for Cement, Lime, Alumina and Aluminium Sectors to reduce emissions
A grant amount of $1,000,000 to $100,000,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Organisations that own, operate or will partner with safeguard mechanism facilities located in Australia in the Cement, Lime, Alumina or Aluminium Sectors. A grant amount of $1,000,000 to $100,000,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding for coastal event organisers in SA
Funding of up to $20,000.
SA event organisers. Funding of up to $20,000.
Funding for collaborative science and technology projects with Chinese partners
Grants of up to $1,000,000
An Australian organisation doing a research project with China in a priority area. You must have a Chinese partner who is applying through the corresponding Chinese system. Grants of up to $1,000,000 The grant amount will be up to 100% of eligible project costs.
Funding for commercial fisheries and aquaculture licence holders impacted by the algal bloom
Closing date: Friday 31 July 2026 Fri 31 Jul 2026
SA commercial fisheries and aquaculture licence holders impacted by the algal bloom. Funding of up to $350,000.
Funding for communities to improve the ecological health of urban waterways
Appendix B (Ineligible Activities) – ‘litter collection and community clean up activities’ has been removed.
Not-for-profit and government organisations located in Australia. For Stream 1 Small to Medium-Specific a grant amount of $150,000 to $2 million to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure. For Stream 2 Large-Specific a grant amount of $2 million to $10 million to cover up to 50% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for community based on-ground projects to protect and care for the Great Barrier Reef.
A grant of up to $6.5 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Organisations with projects that will build long-lasting community stewardship to protect and care for the Reef. A grant of up to $6.5 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for community organisations and eligible entities in Northern Australia to scale up and diversify
The available grant funding has been fully allocated following the first assessment tranche.
Community organisations and other entities (including sole traders and partnerships). Grants between $50,000 and $2 million.
Funding for construction and building industry worker training
Applications may be made at any time.
Employers, employees and training providers in the building and construction industry. Various funding programs are available.
Funding for corporations to undertake clean energy projects
Closing date: Monday 20 April 2026 Mon 20 Apr 2026
Western Australian businesses. Funding of between $100,000 and $4 million.
Funding for cyber experts to improve information sharing in the Health sector
A grant of up to $6.423 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Health sector groups, cyber threat experts, existing ISACs or cyber professional membership organisations. A grant of up to $6.423 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for Defence businesses to translate research and ideas into commercial outcomes
Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Defence businesses willing to undertake research projects that relate to new or improved products or manufacturing processes. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for Defence businesses who are developing new products and manufacturing processes
Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Defence businesses who want to enter new markets or integrate into supply chains. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for defence, biomedical and biofuel priority industries
Funding varies. 
Defence, biomedical and biofuel projects Funding varies. 
Funding for development of a Hydrogen Hub in Townsville
Matched grant funding from $30 million to up to $70 million.
Hydrogen industry-led consortia with the ability to develop and implement clean hydrogen projects in the Townsville region. Matched grant funding from $30 million to up to $70 million.
Funding for disaster affected WA primary producers
Applications must be made within 6 months of a declared natural disaster.
WA primary producers affected by an eligible declared natural disaster. Funding varies on a case-by-case basis.
Funding for discovering, naming and classifying Australia’s living organisms
Grants available for the program:
Honours and Masters Scholarships, Non-salaried Researcher Grants, PhD Scholarship Support Grants, Research and Early Career Research Grants. Host institutions include Australian museums, herbaria, universities, and other government agencies that have some focus on the science of taxonomy and systematics. Grants available for the program: $10,000 for Non-salaried Researcher, Honours, and Masters Scholarship grants $20,000 for PhD Scholarship Support grants. Up to 50% co-funding required: $20,000 for Early Career Research Grants $300,000 for Research Grants $375,000 for Postdoctoral Fellowship Grants.
Funding for discovering, naming and classifying Australia’s living organisms
Closing date: Tuesday 17 March 2026 5:00pm AEDT Tue 17 Mar 2026 5:00pm AEDT
Australian Honours and Masters and PhD students, researchers, Non-salaried researchers, Postdoctoral fellowship researchers and early career researchers. Host institutions include Australian museums, herbaria, universities and other government agencies that have some focus on the science of taxonomy and systematics. Grants up to: $10,000 for Non-salaried Researcher, Honours and Masters Scholarship Grants $20,000 for PhD Scholarship Support Grants. Required 50% co-funding for grants up to: $20,000 for Early Career Research Grants $300,000 for Research Grants $375,000 for Postdoctoral Fellowship Grants.
Funding for discovering, naming, and classifying Australia’s living organisms
Grant amounts vary depending on the research stream. The maximum grant amount per research stream is:
Australian institutions who are hosting Honours, Masters, PhD or non-salaried researchers. Host institutions include museums, herbaria, universities, and other government agencies that have some focus on the science of taxonomy and systematics. Grant amounts vary depending on the research stream. The maximum grant amount per research stream is: $10,000 for Honours, Masters Scholarship and Non-salaried Researcher Grants $20,000 for PhD Scholarship Support Grants $20,000 for Early Career Research Grants $270,000 for Research Grants $300,000 for Postdoctoral Fel…
Funding for diversification of clean energy supply chains in the Indo-Pacific region
A grant between A$100,000 to A$2,500,000, to cover up to 95% of eligible expenditure.
Australian organisations who join with an eligible Indo-Pacific organisation/s to complete research and development projects and feasibility studies. A grant between A$100,000 to A$2,500,000, to cover up to 95% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for doctors to specialise as general practitioners
Funding of $40,000.
Victorian doctors. Funding of $40,000.
Funding for early to mid-stage critical minerals projects with international partners
Funding for this grant opportunity is now fully subscribed and applications have closed.
Early to mid-stage critical minerals projects that contribute to building end-to-end supply chains with Australia’s international partners in the critical minerals sector. A grant of between $2 million and $20 million to cover up to 50% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for early-stage SA startups to support the commercialisation of an innovative product or service
Matched funding of between $50,000 and $500,000.
SA early stage, high growth potential businesses. Matched funding of between $50,000 and $500,000.
Funding for eligible flood impacted SA primary producers for transport or freight costs
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Eligible primary producers within the 2025 Inland River Flood scar. 50% of the total eligible transport or freight costs, up to a maximum of $5,000 (ex GST).
Funding for employers of people registered with a Disability Employment Service provider
Applications may be made at any time.
Businesses who employ people registered with a Disability Employment Service provider. Funding of up to $1650.
Funding for energy efficiency and electrification upgrades for local governments
The project period end date has been extended beyond 31 March 2027. All projects must now be completed by 31 August 2027.
Local government bodies. Grants between $25,000 and $2,500,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for energy efficiency and electrification upgrades for local governments
The Community Energy Upgrades program will co-fund energy efficiency and electrification upgrades for local governments to deliver reduced energy bills and emissions from local government owned and/or operated facilities.
Local government bodies. Grants between $25,000 and $2,500,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for energy innovation projects, initiatives and research in the ACT
There are 2 assessment rounds each year, with dates announced on the ACT's Everyday Climate Choices website.
ACT business and organisations. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for EV fast charging stations across NSW
Closing date: Friday 24 April 2026 Fri 24 Apr 2026
Australian entities, corporations and local government. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for events held during the non-peak tourism season in regional Tasmania
Apply at any time.
Event organisers holding an event in regional Tasmania. Funding of up to $20,000.
Funding for events held in regional Victoria
Application deadlines vary depending on the stream being applied for, please check the website for further information.
Organisations wanting to host events in regional Victoria. Funding varies depending on the stream being applied for.
Funding for events in Tasmania
Closing date: Monday 31 May 2027 Mon 31 May 2027
Event organisers. Funding varies.
Funding for existing WA battery manufacturers
Closing date: Friday 20 March 2026 Fri 20 Mar 2026
WA battery manufacturers. Funding of up to $5 million.
Funding for exploration of petroleum and geothermal resources in WA
Funding amounts vary.
WA explorers and prospectors. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for exploratory drilling in WA
Opening date: Monday 3 August 2026 Mon 3 Aug 2026
WA explorers and prospectors. Up to $220,000.
Funding for female founders of startup businesses to scale their startups into domestic and global markets
Grants between $25,000 and $480,000 for female founded startups to expand into domestic and global markets.
Female founded (majority owned and led by women) startups who wish to scale their business into domestic and global markets. Grants between $25,000 and $480,000 for female founded startups to expand into domestic and global markets.
Funding for female founders to scale their startup businesses into domestic and global markets
Stage 1 Expression of Interest (EOI) applications are closed for submission.
Female founded (majority owned and led by women) startups who wish to scale their existing business into domestic and global markets Grants between $100,000 and $400,000 (or up to $480,000 for priority groups) for majority female owned and led startups to expand into domestic and global markets.
Funding for First Nations small businesses impacted by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie flooding
Funding varies
Aboriginal-owned small businesses impacted by the Fitzroy Valley flooding from 28 December 2022 onwards. Funding varies
Funding for Food and Beverage businesses to translate research and ideas into commercial outcomes
Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Food and beverage businesses willing to undertake research projects that relate to new or improved products or manufacturing processes. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for Food and Beverage businesses who are developing new products and manufacturing processes
Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Food and Beverage businesses who want to enter new markets or integrate into supply chains. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for games practitioners
Closing date: Thursday 5 March 2026 Thu 5 Mar 2026
Australian gamemakers. Funding of up to $30,000.
Funding for general practices to employ health workers in areas of need
Apply at any time.
General medical practices. Payments vary.
Funding for general practices to improve their service
Applications may be made at any time.
General practices. Incentives vary.
Funding for greening projects within the City of Melbourne
Closing date: Monday 20 April 2026 Mon 20 Apr 2026
Organisations and individuals undertaking greening projects within the City of Melbourne municipality. Matched funding of between $10,000 and $100,000.  
Funding for health and medical research infrastructure
Grants to fund research infrastructure projects, up to $3 million in Streams 1 and 2, up to $7 million in Stream 3 and up to $4 million in Stream 4.
An eligible organisation who can support innovative medical research projects to improve health benefits for Australians. Grants to fund research infrastructure projects, up to $3 million in Streams 1 and 2, up to $7 million in Stream 3 and up to $4 million in Stream 4.
Funding for health and medical research infrastructure
Grants to fund research infrastructure projects, up to $3 million in Streams 1 and 2, up to $7 million in Stream 3 and up to $4 million in Stream 4.
Eligible organisations that can support innovative medical research projects to improve health benefits for Australians. Grants to fund research infrastructure projects, up to $3 million in Streams 1 and 2, up to $7 million in Stream 3 and up to $4 million in Stream 4.
Funding for health and medical research infrastructure
Closing date: Tuesday 14 July 2026 5:00pm AEST Tue 14 Jul 2026 5:00pm AEST
Eligible organisations that can support innovative medical research projects to improve health benefits for Australians. Grants to fund research infrastructure projects, up to $3 million in Streams 1, 2 and 4, and up to $7 million in Stream 3.
Funding for incubators to assist start-ups to succeed in international markets
The Incubator Support Initiative is no longer accepting applications.
Australian incubators supporting start-ups, including those with first-generation migrant and refugee founders, to help them achieve commercial success in international markets. From $13,000 to $250,000 of funding for up to 2 years. Funding covers eligible project value of up to 65% in regional areas or up to 50% in major cities.
Funding for incubators to gain expertise to help start-ups
The Incubator Support Initiative is no longer accepting applications.
Australian incubators that provide services to start-ups to help them achieve commercial success in international markets. $5,000 to $100,000 of matched project funding for up to 1 year.
Funding for Indigenous corporations impacted by natural disasters
Apply at any time.
Incorporated indigenous corporations. Funding of up to $20,000.
Funding for infrastructure and enabling works in vulnerable NSW southern Basin communities
Funding of between $750,000 and $10 million.
Regional NSW communities, businesses and industries. Funding of between $750,000 and $10 million.
Funding for initiatives that reduce harm in Victorian manufacturing workplaces
Funding up to $300,000 over 3 years.
Victorian organisations and employers. Funding up to $300,000 over 3 years.
Funding for innovation projects in the NSW screen and digital games industry
Closing date: Friday 29 May 2026 Fri 29 May 2026
Businesses and organisations in the screen and digital games sector. Funding of between $5,000 and $50,000.
Funding for innovation-driven events in QLD
Closing date: Monday 16 March 2026 Mon 16 Mar 2026
QLD based innovation-driven organisations. Funding between $10,000 and $25,000.
Funding for innovative projects that support women's opportunities and outcomes in NSW
Funding between $25,000 and $750,000.
Majority women-owned and managed small businesses, social enterprises and not-for-profits. Funding between $25,000 and $750,000.
Funding for innovative South Australian companies with high growth potential
Apply at any time.
SA entrepreneurs and companies. Funding amounts will vary depending on your circumstances.
Funding for installation of safety and security infrastructure
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
QLD small and family businesses significantly impacted by crime. Funding of between $5,000 and $20,000.
Funding for international collaboration
The Global Innovation Linkages Program provides funding to help Australian businesses and researchers collaborate with global partners.
An Australian organisation collaborating with another Australian entity and at least 1 global partner. Grants from $500,000 to $1 million. The grant amount can cover up to 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding for investors in VIC early-stage AgTech startups
Apply at any time.
Investors in Victorian agtech startups. Co-investment funding of between $100,000 and $200,000.
Funding for large-scale contemporary music festivals in NSW
Closing date: Thursday 30 April 2026 Thu 30 Apr 2026
Music festivals in NSW. Funding of up to $500,000.
Funding for livestock emissions data collection to show the impact of low emissions feeds and feed supplements
Maximum project period of 2.5 years.
Businesses with projects that involve Australian producers trialling low emissions feed technologies. Grants from $500,000 to $1.5 million.
Funding for livestock transport operators impacted by the planned cessation of live sheep exports by sea from 1 May 2028
Funding of up to $40,000.
Livestock transport operators. Funding of up to $40,000.
Funding for local communities to host events that encourage participation in National Reconciliation Week
Funding of up to $2,500.
QLD event organisers hosting an event during National Reconciliation Week. Funding of up to $2,500.
Funding for local development projects
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Victorian community and industry groups. Funding varies.
Funding for Low Carbon Liquid Fuels (LCLF) initiatives
Application will remain open until funding is exhausted or ARENA closes the program.
Australian entities. Funding of between $1 and $15 million.
Funding for major events held in Canberra
Applications should ideally be submitted 6 months prior to the commencement of the event.
Organisers delivering events in Canberra. Funding of between $50,000 and $500,000.
Funding for major events that promote tourism in WA
Applications may be made at any time.
Event managers and organisations. Funding varies on a case-by-case basis.
Funding for manufacturers to modernise and reskill
The Manufacturing Modernisation Fund is the first of the key initiatives to launch as part of the Australian Government’s Modern Manufacturing Strategy, which aims to help Australian manufacturers scale-up, compete internationally and create jobs.
Small to medium manufacturing enterprises (SMEs) with up to 199 employees. Co-funding grants of between $100,000 and $1 million, up to 25 per cent of eligible project expenditure.
Funding for manufacturers to modernise and reskill
Stay up-to-date on laws and regulations, useful resources and government programs to help you start, run and grow your business.
Small to medium manufacturing enterprises (SMEs) with up to 199 employees. Co-funding grants of between $50,000 and $1 million.
Funding for maritime training to increase certified Australian seafarer workforce
Are you looking for information on grant application assessments or timeframes? Log into the grants portal to find out how your application is progressing.
Employers of trainee/cadet seafarers including Group Training Organisations, Australian Maritime Safety Authority registered recruitment and placement service, shipping company or vessel operator. Funding, split over 4 years, with maximum grant amounts for each trainee/cadet applied for: Trainee - $102,000 Deck Cadet - $187,500 Engine Cadet and Electro-Technical Officers: $197,500. The total maximum grant amount each financial year is $3.451 million.
Funding for Medical Products businesses to translate research and ideas into commercial outcomes
Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Medical Products businesses willing to undertake research projects that relate to new or improved products or manufacturing processes. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for Medical Products businesses who are developing new products and manufacturing processes
The Modern Manufacturing Initiative – Medical Products will support a globally recognised Australian medical products industry with the capability, capacity and expertise to locally manufacture advanced and high-value medical products using sophisticated processes.
You can apply if you meet the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria are a set of rules that describe who we can consider for this grant. You can apply if you: are an eligible entity have an eligible project have eligible expenditure. The rules are in the grant opportunity guidelines.
Funding for medical research and innovation infrastructure
Grants of up to $3 million under Stream 1 and 2, or up to $10 million under Stream 3 to fund research infrastructure innovation projects.
An eligible organisation who can support innovative medical research projects to improve health benefits for Australians. Grants of up to $3 million under Stream 1 and 2, or up to $10 million under Stream 3 to fund research infrastructure innovation projects.
Funding for medical research projects that will minimise antimicrobial resistance
Grants of up to $2 million over 2 years from 2023-24.
Eligible organisations who can support innovative medical research projects to improve health benefits for Australians. Grants of up to $2 million over 2 years from 2023-24.
Funding for medium to large events in regional WA
Applications may be made at any time.
Event organisers holding an event in regional WA. Funding amounts available vary on a case-by case basis.
Funding for medium to long-term, industry-led research collaborations
The Senator the Hon Tim Ayres, Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science, has approved the progression of the following applications to Stage 2 of Round 26:
A collaboration between at least three Australian industry organisations and two Australian research organisations. Up to 50% of eligible grant project costs for an industry-led research collaboration.
Funding for Murray–Darling Basin First Nations to develop cultural flows plans
Frequently asked questions have now been included under the key documents.
First Nations groups or organisations recognised as Basin Traditional Owners or able to demonstrate a traditional connection to the relevant Basin area. A grant of up to $300,000, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for natural and synthetic graphite research and development (R&D) projects
Closing date: Monday 30 March 2026 Mon 30 Mar 2026
Australian SMEs undertaking graphite R&D. Matched funding of between $10,000 and $50,000.
Funding for new programming initiatives within QLD festivals and events
Funding varies. 
Queensland-based organisations delivering Queensland arts festivals or events. Funding varies. 
Funding for new QLD Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander creative performing arts and visual arts work
Opening date: Monday 11 May 2026 Mon 11 May 2026
QLD Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts organisers.  Funding varies. 
Funding for Newsagents
Apply at any time.
NSW newsagents. Funding of up to $10,000.
Funding for Northern Territory businesses or not-for-profit organisations to install batteries
Funding of $400 per kilowatt hour of useable battery system capacity, up to a maximum of $12,000.
Northern Territory businesses and not-for-profit or community organisations. Funding of $400 per kilowatt hour of useable battery system capacity, up to a maximum of $12,000.
Funding for Northern Territory businesses to access professional advice and services
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
NT small businesses, Aboriginal enterprises and not-for-profit organisations. Funding of between $2,000 and $10,000 to reimburse 50% of eligible costs.
Funding for Northern Territory businesses to improve their security
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Northern Territory businesses wanting to protect their premises from break-ins. Funding of up to $15,000.
Funding for Northern Territory event organisers
Apply at any time.
Business event planners. Funding varies.
Funding for Northern Territory events
Closing date: Friday 6 March 2026 Fri 6 Mar 2026
Events organisers in the Northern Territory. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for NSW Aboriginal-owned businesses located within the Cumberland Plan Conservation Plan (CPCP)
Funding of up to $25,000.
Aboriginal-owned businesses located within or operating in the CPCP area. Funding of up to $25,000.
Funding for NSW businesses impacted by the moratorium on timber harvesting in the Great Koala National Park (GKNP)
Closing date: Sunday 8 March 2026 Sun 8 Mar 2026
Funding of up to $100,000. Businesses impacted by the moratorium on timber harvesting in the GKNP.
Funding for NSW businesses to assess installing a heat pump
Closing date: Tuesday 31 March 2026 Tue 31 Mar 2026
NSW businesses. Funding of up to $30,000 to cover up to 75% of the project costs.
Funding for NSW businesses to install new submeters
Closing date: Tuesday 31 March 2026 Tue 31 Mar 2026
NSW businesses that spend a minimum of $200,000 a year on energy bills. Grants of up to $20,000, to cover up to 50% of project costs.
Funding for NSW businesses to maximise energy usage
Closing date: Tuesday 31 March 2026 Tue 31 Mar 2026
NSW businesses with submetering hardware. Funding of up to $50,000, covering up to 50% of project costs.
Funding for NSW businesses to procure battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and smart chargers
Closing date: Friday 29 May 2026 Fri 29 May 2026
Eligible organisations and businesses operating car or truck fleets in NSW. Varying amounts of funding depending on what was procured.
Funding for NSW companies to commercialise products or processes
Opening date: Monday 9 March 2026 Mon 9 Mar 2026
NSW companies. Funding from $20,000 to $75,000 (depending on funding stream).
Funding for NSW early childhood education and care providers
Funding between $1,500 and $7,500.
NSW early childhood education and care providers. Funding between $1,500 and $7,500.
Funding for NSW emerging designers, textile makers, and fashion businesses
Closing date: Friday 29 May 2026 Fri 29 May 2026
NSW emerging designers, textile makers, and fashion businesses. Funding of up to $10,000.
Funding for NSW live music venues
Funding varies.
NSW live music venues. Funding varies.
Funding for NSW live music venues
Funding of up to $150,000.
NSW live music venues. Funding of up to $150,000.
Funding for NSW live music venues to deliver all-ages music events
Closing date: Monday 23 March 2026 Mon 23 Mar 2026
NSW live music venues. Funding of up to $100,000.
Funding for NSW organisations undertaking carbon abatement projects
Funding of between $500,000 and $2 million.
Organisations in the primary industries or land sector.   Funding of between $500,000 and $2 million.
Funding for NSW rural landholders impacted by the East Coast severe weather
Funding of up to $10,000.
NSW rural landholders and aquaculture farmers impacted the East Coast severe weather from 18 May 2025. Funding of up to $10,000.
Funding for NSW small businesses directly impacted by the Bondi Beach terrorist attack
Closing date: Monday 30 March 2026 Mon 30 Mar 2026
Small businesses impacted by the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. Funding of up to $25,000.
Funding for NSW small-medium digital game creators
Funding of up to $30,000.
NSW digital game creators. Funding of up to $30,000.
Funding for NT businesses to buy and install an electric vehicle charger
Grants of up to $2500 for businesses and $1000 for residences.
NT businesses and residences. Grants of up to $2500 for businesses and $1000 for residences.
Funding for NT businesses to improve their cybersecurity
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
NT small to medium businesses. Funding of up to $10,000 to cover 50% of eligible costs.
Funding for NT businesses to set up or expand their exporting capabilities
Closing date: Wednesday 30 June 2027 Wed 30 Jun 2027
Northern Territory businesses. Funding amounts vary depending on the funding stream being applied for.
Funding for NT primary producers impacted by an eligible disaster
Deadlines vary depending on the eligible disaster, check the website for details.
NT primary producers located in an eligible local government area. 50% of emergency freight costs up to the value of $5,000.
Funding for NT tourism businesses
Applications close 30 March 2026, or when funds are fully subscribed, whichever occurs first.
NT tourism businesses. Funding of up to $5,000.
Funding for NT-based tour operators
Closing date: Tuesday 31 March 2026 Tue 31 Mar 2026
NT-based tour operators. Funding of up to $5,000.
Funding for operators of landfill and resource recovery facilities in TAS
Funding of up to $50,000.
Operators of landfill and resource recovery facilities in TAS. Funding of up to $50,000.
Funding for organisations impacted by the algal bloom in SA
Closing date: Friday 31 July 2026 Fri 31 Jul 2026
Marine industry businesses impacted by the algal bloom occurrence in SA. Funding of up to $50,000 (over 3 payments).
Funding for organisations in the resource recovery sector
Closing date: Wednesday 1 July 2026 Wed 1 Jul 2026
Organisations with reprocessing and/or remanufacturing facilities in Victoria. Matched funding of between $50,000 and $500,000.  
Funding for organisations to accelerate the uptake and deployment of grid enhancing technologies
The Grid Enhancing Technologies program provides businesses with up to $5 million in competitive grant funding to accelerate the uptake and deployment of grid enhancing technologies on Australia's electricity networks.
Eligible entities seeking to deliver benefits for Australian energy consumers by accelerating the development, trialling and application of grid enhancing technologies in electricity networks. A grant of up to $5 million to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for organisations to assist businesses to develop projects that support medical innovation
$19.75 million for organisations to progress medical research and medical innovation projects through the early stages of development.
Eligible organisations to work in partnership with Australian small to medium-sized enterprises to progress their medical research and medical innovation projects towards commercialisation. $19.75 million for organisations to progress medical research and medical innovation projects through the early stages of development.
Funding for organisations to create a pipeline of skilled STEM graduates for the Nuclear-Powered Submarine enterprise
A grant of up to $15.848 million to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Incorporated entities located in Australia. A grant of up to $15.848 million to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for organisations to help build a sustainable future Defence Industry workforce
The Schools Pathways Program Open Competitive grant opportunity provides organisations with up to $2 million in funding to inform young Australians about the varied pathways and career opportunities within the defence industry and encourage engagement in STEM.
Companies, not-for-profit organisations and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Corporations. Grants up to $2 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure. Open
Funding for organisations to help young people at-risk
A grant of between $300,000 and $1 million to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
An incorporated association or an incorporated not-for-profit organisation. A grant of between $300,000 and $1 million to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for organisations to improve outcomes for Indigenous Australians
Applications may be made at any time.
Australian organisations. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for organisations to partner with UK companies for hydrogen research, development and demonstration projects
Grants of up to $2 million. The grant amount will be up to 50% of eligible expenditure.
Organisations undertaking projects that support hydrogen research, development and demonstration projects in partnership with UK companies. Grants of up to $2 million. The grant amount will be up to 50% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for organisations to support the delivery of Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Closing date: Sunday 31 December 2028 Sun 31 Dec 2028
NT organisations. Funding varies.
Funding for organisers of auto, motorbike or walking tours
Applications may be made at any time, however applicants are asked to lodge their application 3 months prior to the commencement of the tour.
Organisers of auto, motorbike or walking tours within Tasmania. Funding of up to $20,000.
Funding for organisers of events in regional NSW
Funding of up to $50,000.
Event organisers holding an event in regional NSW. Funding of up to $50,000.
Funding for owners of heritage listed places
Funding of up to $20,000.
Owners of heritage listed places/objects based in the Northern Territory. Funding of up to $20,000.
Funding for owners of State heritage listed places
Closing date: Thursday 19 March 2026 Thu 19 Mar 2026
Owners of State heritage listed places in South Australia. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for pastoral leaseholders within the 2025 Inland River Flood scar in SA
Funding of up to $75,000.
Primary producers who hold a pastoral lease within the 2025 Inland River Flood event (SA) flood scar. Funding of up to $75,000.
Funding for pathogen genomics research
Between $1 million and $10 million.
Researchers, for large-scale pilot research studies into pathogen genomics late in the research and development pipeline. Between $1 million and $10 million.
Funding for peak PCYC and Blue Light Organisations to help young people at risk
The U25-GO grant opportunity provides grant funding of up to $2,000,000 to peak Police Citizens’ Youth Clubs and peak Blue Light Organisations to help young people under 25 and at risk of entering the criminal justice system to engage with family and community.
State or territory peak Police Citizens’ Youth Clubs (PCYC), state or territory peak Blue Light Organisations or an organisation nominated by the Northern Territory Department of Territory Families, Housing and Communities. A grant of between $500,000 and $2,000,000 to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for primary producers affected by Tropical Cyclone Alfred severe weather event
Funding of up to $25,000. 
NSW primary producers impacted by Tropical Cyclone Alfred severe weather event, commencing 3 March 2025. Funding of up to $25,000. 
Funding for primary producers and businesses impacted by North QLD monsoon trough, associated Cyclone Koji and severe weather
Closing date: Wednesday 6 January 2027 Wed 6 Jan 2027
Primary producers and businesses affected by North QLD monsoon trough, associated Cyclone Koji and severe weather, commencing 24 December 2025. Funding of up to $75,000 for primary producers and up to $25,000 for small businesses.
Funding for primary producers impacted by North and Far North Tropical Low
Closing date: Friday 14 August 2026 Fri 14 Aug 2026
Queensland primary producers affected by the North and Far North Tropical Low, commencing 29 January 2025. Funding of up to $75,000.
Funding for primary producers impacted by NSW East Coast severe weather
Funding of up to $75,000.
NSW primary producers impacted by the NSW East Coast Severe Weather, commencing 18 May 2025. Funding of up to $75,000.
Funding for primary producers to recover from northern and central QLD monsoon and flooding
Applications will remain open until 31 December 2025, or until funding is fully distributed, whichever comes first.
Primary producers impacted by the northern and central Queensland monsoon and flooding. Funding of up to $150,000.
Funding for private sector investment in industry
Funding amounts vary.
Queensland industry projects. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for programs that support early-stage founders building AI and DeepTech startups
Funding of up to $400,000 over a maximum of 2 years.
VIC companies and organisations. Funding of up to $400,000 over a maximum of 2 years.
Funding for programs which enhance Australia's battery manufacturing capabilities
Applications will remain open until funding is exhausted.
Australian businesses. Funding varies.
Funding for projects in Port Kembla and surrounding areas
Funding of between $10,000 and $250,000.
NSW organisations and businesses. Funding of between $10,000 and $250,000.
Funding for projects in the Port of Newcastle
Applications may close earlier if fully committed.
NSW organisations and businesses. Funding of between $10,000 and $250,000.
Funding for projects that enhance varroa mite management in QLD
Funding of between $5,000 and $50,000.
QLD organisations and businesses. Funding of between $5,000 and $50,000.
Funding for projects that improve the resilience of communities associated with large-scale natural hazards
Grants of $20,000 to $10 million to cover eligible project costs.
The program is open to Australia-wide applicants. It will prioritise projects in locations where there is a greater risk of natural hazards, including bushfires, floods and tropical cyclones. Grants of $20,000 to $10 million to cover eligible project costs.
Funding for projects that provide social benefits for local communities
Stronger Communities Programme Round 9 will re-open on 14 October 2025 to allow electorates that did not have a sitting Member of Parliament throughout the nomination period (Hinkler and Maribyrnong), to submit nominations and applications for funding under the program. The program will not re-open to other electorates as these electorates have had an opportunity to submit nominations under the prior opening period.
Applicants are invited to apply by their local MP. Up to $20,000 of funding to deliver small infrastructure projects.
Funding for projects to clean up and recover from flooding associated with ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie
Applications close 30 April 2025, or until funds fully subscribed.
Organisations and primary producers affected by flooding associated with ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie. Funding varies.
Funding for projects to commemorate Australia's service personnel
Funding varies.
Australian organisations. Funding varies.
Funding for projects to improve water quality in the Great Barrier Reef
Grant funding from $5 million to $19.75 million.
Applicants undertaking projects within the Great Barrier Reef Coast Marine Park, the Great Barrier Reef Natural Resources Management regions, or habitats/ecosystems within the Great Barrier Reef Catchments. Grant funding from $5 million to $19.75 million. The grant amount will be up to 100% of eligible expenditure (excluding any co-investment cash contributions or in-kind contributions).
Funding for projects to restore and rehabilitate Great Barrier Reef coastal habitats and ecosystems
Grants to restore and rehabilitate Great Barrier Reef coastal ecosystems.
Eligible organisations, businesses and government bodies. A grant of up to $2 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding for QLD companies in the mineral resources sector
Funding varies.
QLD companies in the mineral resources sector. Funding varies.
Funding for QLD exporters
Closing date: Wednesday 4 March 2026 Wed 4 Mar 2026
QLD exporters. Matched funding of up to $30,000.
Funding for QLD female founded businesses undertaking a new pre-seed or seed capital raise
Closing date: Wednesday 30 June 2027 Wed 30 Jun 2027
QLD female founded businesses. Funding of between $50,000 and $200,000.
Funding for QLD manufacturers
Closing date: Thursday 16 April 2026 Thu 16 Apr 2026
QLD based manufacturing SMEs. Matched funding between $100,000 to $1.5 million.
Funding for QLD primary producers to improve their drought preparedness
Applications will remain open until funding is exhausted.
Queensland primary producers. Funding of up to $50,000.
Funding for QLD rural landholders for clean and reinstatement activities
Funding of up to $10,000.
QLD rural landholders impacted by the North and Far North Tropical Low, 29 January to 28 February 2025. Funding of up to $10,000.
Funding for QLD rural landholders for clean and reinstatement activities
Closing date: Wednesday 1 April 2026 Wed 1 Apr 2026
QLD rural landholders impacted by Tropical Cyclone Alfred and Associated Severe Weather, 1-16 March 2025. Funding of up to $10,000.
Funding for QLD small and family businesses to buy highly specialised equipment
Registrations of interest are open now and close at 5pm, 30 January 2026. Applicants that pass the eligibility check and initial assessment will be invited to complete a full application, which will be competitively assessed.
Small and family Queensland businesses. Funding of between $50,000 and $75,000.
Funding for QLD small business employers to help them retain employees
Apply at any time.
QLD small businesses with employees supported through the Back to Work Incentive Payments. A payment of $2000.
Funding for QLD small businesses impacted by 2025 Western Queensland surface trough and associated rainfall and flooding
Closing date: Friday 21 August 2026 Fri 21 Aug 2026
Small businesses impacted by the 2025 Western Queensland surface trough and associated rainfall and flooding. Funding of up to $15,000.
Funding for QLD small businesses in Ingham and surrounding areas impacted by the North and Far North Tropical Low
Funding of up to $25,000.
Small businesses in Ingham and surrounding areas impacted by the North and Far North Tropical Low, 29 January to 28 February 2025. Funding of up to $25,000.
Funding for QLD small businesses significantly disrupted by the North and Far North Tropical Low
Closing date: Thursday 14 May 2026 Thu 14 May 2026
Small businesses significantly disrupted by the North and Far North Tropical Low, 29 January to 28 February 2025. Funding of up to $15,000.
Funding for QLD small to medium enterprises to solve corporate challenges
Funding varies.
Queensland based organisations and businesses. Funding varies.
Funding for QLD taxi licence service holders to acquire a new wheelchair accessible taxi
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Queensland holders or lessee's of a taxi service licence. 50% of the cost up to a maximum of $55,000.
Funding for Queensland primary producers and commercial fishers
Apply at any time.
Queensland primary producers and commercial fishers. Low-interest loan of up to $2 million.
Funding for Recycling and Clean Energy businesses to translate research and ideas into commercial outcomes
The Manufacturing Translation Stream – Recycling and Clean Energy provides businesses with funding to support projects that translate high quality research into commercial outcomes and support businesses to adopt new technologies and improve their manufacturing processes. 
You can apply if you meet the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria are a set of rules that describe who we can consider for this grant. You can apply if you: are an eligible entity have an eligible project have eligible expenditure. The rules are in the grant opportunity guidelines. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for Recycling and Clean Energy businesses who are developing new products and manufacturing processes
Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Recycling and Clean Energy businesses who want to enter new markets or integrate into supply chains. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for research into the impacts of brain cancer
Grants of up to $3 million.
Eligible organisations seeking to research approaches to address impacts of brain cancer to improve quality of life and the survivorship experience. Grants of up to $3 million.
Funding for research projects using Artificial Intelligence technologies and methodologies
Grants from $1 million to $5 million.
Eligible organisations seeking to translate or implement Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies into health applications that benefit multiple health disciplines/areas, involve consumers in the research journey and will increase AI capacity and capability. Grants from $1 million to $5 million.
Funding for resource recovery facilities in TAS
Funding of between $50,000 to $500,000.
Operators of a landfill and/or resource recovery facility in Tasmania. Funding of between $50,000 to $500,000.
Funding for Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Processing businesses to translate research and ideas into commercial outcomes
Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Processing Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Processing businesses who are developing new products and manufacturing processes
Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
You can apply if you meet the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria are a set of rules that describe who we can consider for this grant. You can apply if you: are an eligible entity have an eligible project have eligible expenditure. The rules are in the grant opportunity guidelines. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for rural landowners seeking to integrate trees into their land
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Victorian rural landholders.  Funding varies. 
Funding for SA artists and organisations to undertake new initiatives to engage the community with arts and culture
Please check individual grant pages for deadline information.
South Australian artists and organisations. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for SA fisheries and aquaculture businesses impacted by the algal bloom
Funding of between $25,000 and $150,000.
SA fisheries and aquaculture businesses impacted by the algal bloom. Funding of between $25,000 and $150,000.
Funding for SA primary producers and small businesses experiencing financial hardship
Apply at any time.
SA primary producers and rural small business owners experiencing significant financial hardship. Funding of up to $1500.
Funding for scientific research projects with a national impact that engage the public as citizen scientists
Grants of $150,000 to $500,000 for science research projects. The grant will be up to 85% of eligible project expenditure. You are responsible for funding the remaining 15% of eligible project expenditure plus any ineligible expenditure.
Eligible organisations with a scientifically valid citizen scientific research project that contributes to areas of national significance. Grants of $150,000 to $500,000 for science research projects. The grant will be up to 85% of eligible project expenditure. You are responsible for funding the remaining 15% of eligible project expenditure plus any ineligible expenditure.
Funding for security and safety audits for NT businesses
Applications may close earlier if fully committed.
NT businesses. Vouchers of up to $3,500.
Funding for service providers to offer advisory services on digitalisation
Funding of $18.6 million allocated across three coverage areas over 4 years.
Businesses who provide advisory services to small businesses in metropolitan and regional areas.  Funding of $18.6 million allocated across three coverage areas over 4 years.
Funding for shared rooftop solar systems in multi dwelling developments in NT
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
NT management corporations for multi dwellings. Funding amounts vary.
Funding for sheep producers and supply chain businesses in WA
Closing date: Friday 24 April 2026 Fri 24 Apr 2026
Sheep producers and processors in WA. Funding varies.
Funding for sheep producers impacted by the planned cessation of live sheep exports by sea from 1 May 2028
Funding of up to $75,000.
Sheep producers impacted by the cessation of live sheep exports 1 May 2028. Funding of up to $75,000.
Funding for short-term, industry-led research collaborations
Cooperative Research Centres Project Grants - Round 18 is now closed.
An industry-led research collaboration. Matched funding of between $100,000 and $3 million. Grants are for up to 3 years.
Funding for skills development and training in the defence industry sector
The Skilling Australia’s Defence Industry (SADI) grant program closed on 31 March 2024. This grant program is being revised and will open as a new stream within the Defence Industry Development Grant program in mid-2024.
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that currently have a Defence contract, are tendering for one, are a subcontractor to a defence prime or contracted through the Prime's supply chain to deliver on defence projects. Defence Industry Associations training their own staff or facilitating training to businesses they are representing. Defence Industry Associations applying for funding for eligible activities for the eli… A grant between $5,000 and $500,000 to undertake various defence skills training activities. You may apply for multiple grants or group multiple eligible activities into one application. The funding is capped at $500,000 in a six-year period from 2020–21 to 2025–26 for: each eligible business; and each industry associa…
Funding for small businesses within the City of Melbourne
Funding of between $10,000 and $50,000.
Small businesses within the City of Melbourne municipality. Funding of between $10,000 and $50,000.
Funding for small businesses, not-for-profits and primary producers impacted by Tropical Cyclone Alfred
Closing date: Thursday 2 April 2026 Thu 2 Apr 2026
Queensland small businesses, primary producers and not-for-profits affected by Tropical Cyclone Alfred and Severe Weather, 1-16 March 2025. Funding of up to $75,000.
Funding for small businesses, not-for-profits and primary producers impacted by Western Queensland surface trough and associated rainfall and flooding
Closing date: Thursday 2 April 2026 Thu 2 Apr 2026
Queensland small businesses, primary producers and not-for-profits affected by Western Queensland surface trough and associated rainfall and flooding, commencing 21 March 2025. Funding of up to $75,000 for primary producers and up to $50,000 for small businesses and not-for-profits.
Funding for small to medium businesses in Northern Australia to scale up and diversify
This program has received a high level of interest through the first assessment rounds.
Small and medium business (up to 199 employees), including Indigenous businesses. Grants between $50,000 and $2 million. Grant amounts can be up to 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding for small to medium manufacturing enterprises to increase advanced manufacturing capabilities in the Northern Territory
Matched funding of between $25,000 and $500,000.
Small to medium manufacturing enterprises. Matched funding of between $25,000 and $500,000.
Funding for small tourism businesses in the Alice Springs and MacDonnell region
Funding varies.
Small tourism businesses in the Alice Springs and MacDonnell region. Funding varies.
Funding for Space businesses to translate research and ideas into commercial outcomes
Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure. 
You can apply if you meet the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria are a set of rules that describe who we can consider for this grant. You can apply if you: are an eligible entity have an eligible project have eligible expenditure. The rules are in the grant opportunity guidelines. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure. 
Funding for Space businesses who are developing new products and manufacturing processes
Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Space businesses who want to enter new markets or integrate into supply chains. Grants of between $1 million to $20 million, up to 50% of the eligible project expenditure.
Funding for TAS defence and security suppliers
Apply at any time.
Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturers, and Tasmanian-based advanced technology enterprises. Funding to engage a consultancy or other external service.
Funding for TAS farmers for mediation costs
Closing date: Sunday 31 May 2026 Sun 31 May 2026
TAS farmers experiencing financial difficulties. Funding of $3,000.
Funding for TAS registered training organisations (RTOs) to deliver fee-free courses in the housing and construction sector
Funding of up to $200,000.
TAS registered training organisations. Funding of up to $200,000.
Funding for TAS small businesses to purchase electric delivery vans and cargo e-bikes
Applications will close when the funding has been fully allocated.
Tasmanian small businesses and sole traders. Funding of up to $25,000.
Funding for Tasmanian Aboriginal artists and art organisations
Funding of up to:
Tasmanian Aboriginal artists and art organisations. Funding of up to: $15,000 for individuals and groups $20,000 for organisations.
Funding for Tasmanian business energy efficiency audits
Closing date: Friday 30 June 2028 Fri 30 Jun 2028
Tasmanian businesses wanting to improve their energy efficiency. Funding of up to $1,000.
Funding for Tasmanian businesses to create trade opportunities
Funding of up to $10,000.
Tasmanian businesses. Funding of up to $10,000.
Funding for Tasmanian competition events
There are no application deadlines but applications must be lodged at least 3 months prior to commencement of the event.
Event organisers. Funding of up to $10,000.
Funding for Tasmanian employers to improve literacy and numeracy in their workplace
Closing date: Sunday 31 May 2026 Sun 31 May 2026
Tasmanian organisations, businesses and peak bodies. Between $5,000 and $65,000.
Funding for Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturing enterprises
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturing enterprises. Funding between $1,500 and $20,000.
Funding for the delivery of regional community precincts with local partners
This program is currently paused to new applications.
State and Territory governments, local governments, regional universities and not-for-profit organisations, including indigenous organisations. Funding of between $5 million to $50 million.
Funding for trade exposed Safeguard facilities to reduce emissions
Applications will be assessed in batches.
Owners or operators of a trade-exposed Safeguard Mechanism facility that is not a new or expanded coal or gas production facility. A grant amount of $500,000 to $50,000,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding for trade exposed Safeguard facilities to reduce emissions
The Powering the Regions Fund – Safeguard Transformation Stream Round 2 grant opportunity will provide up to $50 million to trade exposed facilities to reduce their emissions and contribute to meeting Australia’s emissions reduction targets.
Owners or operators of a trade-exposed Safeguard Mechanism facility that is not a new or expanded coal or gas production facility. A grant of $500,000 to $50,000,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding for VIC businesses in the food and beverage processing and manufacturing sector
Funding of up to $2 million.
VIC businesses in the food and beverage processing and manufacturing sector. Funding of up to $2 million.
Funding for VIC farmers to improve drought management and preparedness
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Victorian primary production businesses. Funding of between $5,000 and $10,000 depending on where the primary production business is located.
Funding for VIC farmers with small forestry plantations
Farm plantation assessment.
VIC farmers with small farm forestry plantations. Farm plantation assessment.
Funding for VIC landowners to undertake restoration projects
Closing date: Tuesday 1 January 2030 Tue 1 Jan 2030
Private landholders in Victoria. Funding varies.
Funding for VIC primary producers impacted by January 2026 bushfires
Closing date: Wednesday 21 October 2026 Wed 21 Oct 2026
VIC primary producers impacted by the January 2026 bushfires. Funding of up to $75,000.
Funding for VIC small businesses impacted by prolonged power outages
Closing date: Tuesday 31 March 2026 Tue 31 Mar 2026
VIC businesses impacted by the January 2026 bushfire and associated heatwave. $3,088 per week for up to 3 weeks.
Funding for Victorian defence businesses to work with Hanwha Australia
Apply at any time.
Victorian defence industry businesses. Matched funding of between $2,000 and $100,000.
Funding for Victorian early-stage AgTech startups
Funding of up to $50,000.
Victorian early-stage AgTech startups. Funding of up to $50,000.
Funding for WA agribusinesses
Apply at any time.
WA agribusinesses. Funding of up to $600,000.
Funding for WA based companies in the mining equipment, technology and services (METS) sector
Closing date: Tuesday 3 March 2026 Tue 3 Mar 2026
Western Australian companies in the METS sector. Matched funding of up to $250,000 per approved project.
Funding for WA businesses reliant on native timber industry
Funding of up to $50,000.
WA businesses reliant on the native timber industry. Funding of up to $50,000.
Funding for WA businesses to participate in wind turbine manufacturing and servicing supply chains
Closing date: Thursday 20 May 2027 Thu 20 May 2027
WA businesses in wind energy manufacturing. Funding varies.
Funding for WA health and medical life sciences companies
Funding of up to $5,000.
WA health and medical life sciences companies. Funding of up to $5,000.
Funding for WA small to medium enterprises looking to secure work in the AUKUS supply chain
Funding of up to $100,000.
WA small to medium enterprises. Funding of up to $100,000.
Funding for Western Australian farmers' markets operators
Closing date: Friday 31 December 2027 Fri 31 Dec 2027
Farmers' markets operators in WA. Funding of up to $50,000.
Funding for workers with a disability
Applications may be made at any time.
Workers with a disability or mental health condition. Funding varies.
Funding medical researchers to accelerate into practice promising drugs and devices
A grant of up to $15 million for topic A and $13.5 million for topic B, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Eligible organisations seeking to accelerate into practice promising drugs and devices that reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease and complications of diabetes. A grant of up to $15 million for topic A and $13.5 million for topic B, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding medical researchers to analyse and share existing data infrastructure in new ways
Funding for researchers to support projects using existing data infrastructure types to create or apply new approaches for an unmet medical need.
Funding medical researchers to analyse and share existing data infrastructure in new ways
Grants of up to $2.5 million for projects that support researchers to improve on existing research data infrastructure platforms and achieve better health care outcomes.
Eligible organisations seeking to develop better data health intelligence to improve health care delivery. Grants of up to $2.5 million for projects that support researchers to improve on existing research data infrastructure platforms and achieve better health care outcomes.
Funding medical researchers to analyse and share existing data infrastructure in new ways
Grants of up to $2.5 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible project costs.
Eligible organisations seeking to develop better data health intelligence to improve health care delivery. Grants of up to $2.5 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible project costs.
Funding medical researchers to analyse and share existing data infrastructure in new ways
Grants of up to $2.5 million to cover up to 100% of eligible project costs.
Eligible organisations seeking to develop better data health intelligence to improve health care delivery. Grants of up to $2.5 million to cover up to 100% of eligible project costs.
Funding medical researchers to investigate pathophysiological mechanisms of disease
Grants of up to $1 million for small scale development projects, to be concluded within 2 years.
Eligible organisations seeking to generate knowledge to support new diagnostics, devices and therapies for people living with cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Grants of up to $1 million for small scale development projects, to be concluded within 2 years.
Funding opportunities for research and innovation to benefit rural industries
Please check the Funding opportunities page on the AgriFutures Australia website for current Requests for Quote (RFQs) and Open Calls for Research.
Organisations conducting research and delivering innovation that aims to strengthen and future-proof established and emerging rural industries. Funding varies depending on the RFQ or Open Call.
Funding projects that identify and add Indigenous values to Australian Heritage places
The First Nations Heritage Grants Program aims to assist in adding Indigenous values to Australia’s World and National Heritage listed places. The program also seeks to aid the identification of culturally significant First Nations places.
Eligible organisations, government bodies, entities and individuals. Grants between $25,000 and $250,000.
Funding projects that support places on Australia’s National Heritage List
Grants between $25,000 and $400,000.
Places on Australia’s National Heritage List. Grants between $25,000 and $400,000.
Funding support stakeholders who represent existing regional innovation precincts and places
Funding of up to $3 million.
Corporations based in regional QLD. Funding of up to $3 million.
Funding the delivery of training and advice to Australian farmers to reduce emissions.
Grants between $1 million and $17.5 million covering up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Organisations such as rural service and extension providers, natural resource management organisations and First Nations groups to deliver training and advice to farmers and land managers across Australia. Grants between $1 million and $17.5 million covering up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding to address barriers to women's participation in key industries
The Building Women's Careers Program close date has been extended by one week to 5:00pm AEDT Monday, 9 December 2024.
Industry-based employers, registered unions, community organisations, registered charities and not-for-profits and partners with direct links to the construction, clean energy, advanced manufacturing and/or digital and technology industries. Partnerships with other organisations are a mandatory requirement for all projects. The program consists of two streams: Stream One - a grant of between $3 million and $5 million. Stream Two - a grant of between $500,000 and $1 million. The grant amount will cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding to attract non-Tasmanian screen productions to film in Tasmania
Apply at any time.
Non-Tasmanian screen productions. Funding up to $500,000.
Funding to become an EV charger hosting station in NSW
Closing date: Thursday 31 December 2026 Thu 31 Dec 2026
Landowners or leaseholders. Funding varies.
Funding to boost participation of girls and women in STEM and entrepreneurship
Are you looking for information on grant application assessments or timeframes? Log into the grants portal to find out how your application is progressing.
Australian businesses, publicly funded research organisations, vocational education and training providers, TAFE institutions and not-for-profit organisations to deliver projects that support women and girls to build STEM skills and succeed in STEM education and careers. Grants between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000 for projects that increase women’s and girls’ participation in STEM and entrepreneurship.
Funding to boost recreational fishing opportunities in NSW
Funding of up to $50,000.
NSW businesses and organisations. Funding of up to $50,000.
Funding to build cyber resilience and capability of small businesses
The Small Business Cyber Resilience Service is now available to provide support for small businesses to improve their cyber security and recover from a cyber incident.
Australian companies and not-for-profit organisations including publicly funded research organisations and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations. A total of $8.1 million over 3 years from 2024-25 to 2026-27 will be available for the program. The maximum grant amount is $8.1 million. We expect applications will be for the maximum grant available.
Funding to build cyber security protections for consumers
One grant will be awarded, up to a maximum of $1.7 million.
An Internet of Things (IoT) peak body. One grant will be awarded, up to a maximum of $1.7 million.
Funding to build fresh produce suppliers’ understanding of the Food and Grocery Code
Are you looking for information on grant application assessments or timeframes? Log into the grants portal to find out how your application is progressing.
Grants are available for national fresh produce industry associations that represent one or more of the following supplier categories subject to the Code, specifically: fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, fresh mushrooms. A total of up to $2 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure is available for up to 3 grants.
Funding to connect women in small business
Funding of between $150,000 to $250,000.
Organisations supporting women in business. Funding of between $150,000 to $250,000.
Funding to conserve and protect National Heritage Listed places
The Australian Heritage Grants 2024-25 provides up to $5.347 million in funding for National Heritage List places to conserve and protect places of historic and national heritage value, and increase engagement with the public.
Site owners or site managers of National Heritage Listed places, with support from these entities. A grant of up to $400,000, to cover up to 80% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding to conserve and protect National Heritage Listed places
Are you looking for information on grant application assessments or timeframes? Log into the grants portal to find out how your application is progressing.
Grants are available for National Heritage Listed place site owners, or eligible entities with a current letter of support from the site owner of the listed place/s. A grant of up to $400,000, to cover up to 80% of eligible expenditure.
Funding to conserve, protect and manage Australia’s threatened native species
This opportunity provides funding to deliver improved long-term outcomes for threatened species by developing methods, tools, technologies, or products to manage the impact of broad-scale threats.
Organisations who are developing innovative approaches to threat abatement for the conservation of threatened species. A grant of up to $3 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding to construct urban infrastructure projects through local partnerships
This program is currently paused to new applications.
Australian local, state and territory government agencies or bodies, incorporated not-for-profit organisations, and universities. Funding of $5 million to $50 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding to create a national centre to support and grow the Australian quantum industry
The grant will provide funding to create a centre that will undertake industry growth activities to catalyse industry growth, support collaborative research and strengthen Australia’s position as a global quantum leader.
Businesses applying as a consortia with an eligible lead applicant. One of the consortia partners must be an Australian industry-based partner working in the quantum sector. Up to $18.5 million over 4 years for up to 75% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding to create events and initiatives in drought affected VIC communities
Closing date: Wednesday 20 May 2026 Wed 20 May 2026
Event and program organisers. Funding of between $1,500 and $5,000 per event.
Funding to deliver innovative projects to improve the quality or availability of cyber security professionals in Australia
Grants from $250,000 up to $3 million to fund 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Organisations partnering together to find innovative new ways to improve the quality or availability of cyber security professionals in Australia. Grants from $250,000 up to $3 million to fund 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding to deliver mental health services for emergency service workers and their families
A grant of up to $3 million.
Organisations with experience delivering mental health services targeted to emergency services workers and has the capability to deliver these services nationally. A grant of up to $3 million.
Funding to deliver quality affordable preschool education in NSW
Funding will be calculated based on enrolment information.
Eligible long day child care services in NSW. Funding will be calculated based on enrolment information.
Funding to deliver the Accelerator to improve outcomes for diabetes and cardiovascular disease
The maximum grant amount is $47 million.
Eligible organisations seeking to deliver the Accelerator. The maximum grant amount is $47 million.
Funding to design, pilot, test and promote a national, self-sustaining, Cyber Security industry professionalisation scheme
The Growing and Professionalising the Cyber Security Industry grant opportunity provides funding of $1.9 million to design, pilot, test and promote a self sustainable, industry professionalisation scheme which will reduce barriers for industry entry and create clear pathways of education and skills for employees and employers in the industry.
An entity incorporated in Australia. A grant of up to $1.9 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding to develop and advance hydrogen hub concepts to investment ready projects
Matched grant funding from $500,000 to $3 million.
Eligible entities To be eligible you must have an Australian business number (ABN). You must also be an entity incorporated in Australia, or an Australian State/Territory Government agency or body. Joint applications Your application must be a joint application with at least one project partner. However, we prefer applications with multiple project partners. Joint applications must have a lead organisation. They'll b… Matched grant funding from $500,000 to $3 million.
Funding to develop capabilities to win work for the Joint Strike Fighter Program
The program closed to receiving new applications on 8 August 2024. Please contact us for any enquiries.
An Australian company, university, research organisation or cooperative research centre. Grants from $150,000 to $1.5 million to fund up to 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding to develop government solutions to support SMEs engaging with modern awards
Applicants that completed a successful Feasibility project will be invited to submit an application for Proof of Concept funding.
Small to medium enterprises. Grants up to $100,000 for your feasibility project. If your feasibility project is successful, you may receive up to $1 million to develop your proof of concept.
Funding to develop lower-cost solutions for measuring soil organic carbon stocks
Up to $5 million of grant funding to cover up to 80% of eligible project expenditure.
Australian researchers, entrepreneurs, inventors, start-ups, AgTech companies and other carbon or soil service providers who have a relevant novel product or process to commercialise. Up to $5 million of grant funding to cover up to 80% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding to develop methane abatement technologies in the resources sector for coal and gas
Funding of between $1 million and $5 million.
Australian publicly funded research organisations, universities and non-profit research organisations. Funding of between $1 million and $5 million.
Funding to develop solutions for a cyber security challenge identified by government
Grants from $50,000 to $100,000 for a Feasibility project. If your Feasibility project is successful, you may receive up to $1 million to develop a proof of concept.
Small to medium enterprises. Grants from $50,000 to $100,000 for a Feasibility project. If your Feasibility project is successful, you may receive up to $1 million to develop a proof of concept.
Funding to develop solutions for government challenges involving renewables and low emissions
The Proof of Concept guidelines have been updated with new open and closing dates, project period (section 4.2) and the expected timing for the grant opportunity (section 8.3).
Small to medium enterprises. Grants from $50,000 to $100,000 for a renewables and low emissions Feasibility project. If your Feasibility project is successful, you may receive up to $1 million to develop a proof of concept.
Funding to develop solutions for market-led challenges using quantum technologies
Application open dates and project dates have been updated to reflect a new launch date for Stage 2 (2 July 2025).
Consortia that include at least one Australian industry-based partner and one Australian research organisation. Grants from $100,000 to $500,000 for a Stage 1 Feasibility project. If your Stage 1 Feasibility project is successful, you may receive up to $5 million for a Stage 2 Demonstrator project.
Funding to develop solutions for market-led challenges using quantum technologies
Grants from $100,000 to $500,000 for a Stage 1 Feasibility project.
Consortia that include at least one Australian industry-based partner and one Australian research organisation. Grants from $100,000 to $500,000 for a Stage 1 Feasibility project. If your Stage 1 Feasibility project is successful, you may receive up to $5 million for a Stage 2 Demonstrator project.
Funding to develop technologies for the decarbonisation of energy-intensive industries
A grant from $150,000 to $3,500,000, to cover up to 25% of eligible project expenditure.
Industry organisations in partnership with Austrian counterparts who are eligible for the grant under the Australia-Austria Call 2024: Industrial Decarbonisation program. A grant from $150,000 to $3,500,000, to cover up to 25% of eligible project expenditure.
Funding to encourage ongoing investment and innovation in the Australian automotive industry
You can receive cash payments to cover eligible investment in research and development, and plant and equipment. You can also receive cash payments for activities related to the production of motor vehicles, engines and engine components.
You must be an Australian motor vehicle producer (MVP) or you must be a non-MVP. a non-MVP includes the following; Automotive Component Producer (ACP); Automotive Machine Tool and Automotive Tooling Producer (AMTP); or Automotive Service Provider (ASP). You can receive cash payments to cover eligible investment in research and development, and plant and equipment. You can also receive cash payments for activities related to the production of motor vehicles, engines and engine components.
Funding to establish a Powering Australia Industry Growth Centre
The grant amount will be up to 60 per cent of eligible expenditure up to a maximum of $14 million. You are responsible for the remaining eligible and ineligible project costs.
Australian industry organisations, research institutions and partnerships with expertise in renewable technology. The grant amount will be up to 60 per cent of eligible expenditure up to a maximum of $14 million. You are responsible for the remaining eligible and ineligible project costs. Contributions to your project must be cash. You cannot use funding from other Commonwealth, state, territory or local government sources to fund…
Funding to establish hydrogen hubs in regional Australia
Matched grant funding from $30 million to $70 million.
Hydrogen industry-led consortia with investment ready clean hydrogen projects. Matched grant funding from $30 million to $70 million.
Funding to establish or expand a Heritage Agreement
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
SA land-owners. Funding varies.
Funding to explore innovative ideas and make discoveries of great potential in research healthcare
Between $250,000 and $1 million to develop a research plan.
Researchers with innovative projects in the health and medical sector. Between $250,000 and $1 million to develop a research plan. Up to $50 million over 5 years to implement your research plan.
Funding to foster connection, education, and stewardship of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area
A grant of up to $2 million to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Entities seeking to support the engagement of citizen scientists in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and/or its catchments. A grant of up to $2 million to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding to foster creative and inquiry-based learning in young people
Grants from $20,000 to $100,000.
Organisations that deliver maker projects to students and youth under 18 years. A particular focus are under-represented groups, including girls, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, youth living in regional, rural and remote locations, people with disability and people from educationally disadvantaged backgrounds. Grants from $20,000 to $100,000.
Funding to foster creative and inquiry-based learning in young people
Due to technical issues, the application close date was extended to 15 August 2024. The grant opportunity guidelines have been updated to reflect the new date.
Organisations that deliver maker projects to students and youth under 18 years. A particular focus are under-represented groups including young women and girls, First Nations peoples, youth living in regional, rural and remote locations, youth with a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) background, people with disability and people from educationally disadvantaged backgrounds. Grants from $20,000 to $100,000.
Funding to help Australian business join space industry supply chains.
Applications for each intake will close as follows:
Australian businesses with a demonstrated domestic and/or international space supply chain opportunity. Grants from $250,000 up to $1 million to fund up to 75 per cent of eligible project expenditure.
Funding to help Australian businesses and research institutions complete space projects
Grants from $750,000 to $10,000,000 for space projects.
Grants from $750,000 to $10,000,000 for space projects. Grant amount will be up to 75% of eligible project expenditure. 
Funding to hold Aboriginal key cultural events and activities in NSW
Funding between $1,000 to $20,000.
Eligible NSW Aboriginal owned and controlled organisations. Funding between $1,000 to $20,000.
Funding to innovate medical research
Up to $25 million per program of research.
Researchers with innovative projects in the health and medical sector. Up to $25 million per program of research.
Funding to install a metering and monitoring system
Closing date: Thursday 30 April 2026 Thu 30 Apr 2026
Organisations within NSW installing energy metering and monitoring systems. Matched funding of between $20,001 and $100,000 to cover up to 50% of project costs.
Funding to install solar panels on eligible apartment buildings and multi-unit dwellings in NSW
Closing date: Monday 30 March 2026 Mon 30 Mar 2026
NSW residential owners corporations. Funding of up to $150,000 per project.
Funding to invest in capabilities to address supply chain vulnerabilities
Grants from $50,000 to $2 million.
A manufacturing business or a business within the manufacturing supply chain for critical products identified in the Sovereign Manufacturing Capability Plan. Grants from $50,000 to $2 million.
Funding to invest in collaborative regional projects
As a part of the May 2023 Budget, the Australian Government has announced that it will repurpose funding from various technology-focused programs to better support Australia’s technology industry. This program will not be continuing, and grants will no longer be awarded. 
Grants from $250,000 to $500,000.
Funding to manage and clean up marine debris in the Great Barrier Reef 
A grant of up to $3.5 million to cover eligible expenditure.
Companies, not for profits and research organisations offering innovation solutions to the impact and clean-up of marine debris. A grant of up to $3.5 million to cover eligible expenditure.
Funding to plan regional community precincts with local partners
This program is currently paused to new applications.
State and Territory governments, local governments, regional universities, not-for-profit organisations, including indigenous organisations. Funding of between $500,000 and $5 million.
Funding to plan urban infrastructure projects through local partnerships
This program is currently paused to new applications.
Australian local, state and territory government agencies or bodies, incorporated not-for-profit organisations, and urban universities. Funding of $500,000 to $5 million, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding to progress critical mineral development 
From $1 million to $30 million of funding.
From $1 million to $30 million of funding.
Funding to promote development and implementation of innovative clinical trials
This program provides funding to promote development and implementation of 'adaptive platform' and 'registry based' clinical trial methodologies, that will be used to conduct world-class health and medical research in areas of unmet medical need.
Eligible organisations that can support innovative clinical trial projects to improve health benefits for Australians. Grants of up to $5 million. Maximum grant amount varies by funding stream and/or topic.
Funding to promote development and implementation of innovative clinical trials
Grants of up to $7 million. Maximum grant amount varies by funding stream and/or topic.
Eligible organisations that can support clinical trial projects to improve health benefits for Australians. Grants of up to $7 million. Maximum grant amount varies by funding stream and/or topic.
Funding to purchase energy efficient equipment upgrades for small and medium businesses
The grant opportunity provides eligible small and medium businesses up to $25,000 to purchase energy efficient equipment to reduce and manage energy usage and costs.
This grant opportunity is for small and medium sized businesses with an employee headcount of 1 to 199 employees. A grant of up to $25,000, to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure. There is a total of $41.241 million available for this grant opportunity. Grant funding will be distributed between states and territories based on the distribution of small and medium sized businesses nationally. Refer to Appendix A in the grant op…
Funding to re-establish networks of exclusion and cluster fencing in eligible Queensland LGAs
Funding of up to $500,000.
QLD grazing enterprises located in eligible LGAs. Funding of up to $500,000.
Funding to repair, replace or improve public boating infrastructure in NSW
Closing date: Friday 30 June 2028 Fri 30 Jun 2028
Owners, operators or managers of public boating infrastructure in NSW. Funding of between $5,000 and $300,000.
Funding to support accelerator and education programs that support WA startups
Funding varies.
Organisations based in WA. Funding varies.
Funding to support advisory services to lift small businesses’ digital adoption
Are you looking for information on grant application assessments or timeframes? Log into the grants portal to find out how your application is progressing.
Small business advisory service providers. Funding of $25.136 million allocated across three coverage areas over 5 years.
Funding to support carbon capture utilisation and storage technologies
Grants of up to $15 million.
Organisations undertaking projects that support the CO2 capture and CO2 utilisation technologies. Grants of up to $15 million.
Funding to support current and emerging regional leaders to develop leadership and resilience skills
Grants from $250,000 and $5 million.
Organisations who are equipped to engage community and businesses to improve the capacity and capability of local participants to support their regions’ economic and social wellbeing, especially through future challenges. Grants from $250,000 and $5 million.
Funding to support feasibility studies for low emission feed supplement solutions for grazing animals
Grant funding from $250,000 to $1 million.
Australian entities with relevant IP, research and resource capacity to demonstrate the feasibility of your new and/or repurposed technology solutions for delivering low emission feed supplements to grazing animals. Grant funding from $250,000 to $1 million.
Funding to support manufacture of batteries and battery components in WA
Funding of up to $100,000.
WA manufacturing businesses operating within the battery energy storage supply chain. Funding of up to $100,000.
Funding to support regional and remote airports meet the requirements of the Screener Accreditation Scheme
This information reflects the previous government. It is in the process of being updated.
You must be invited to apply as an eligible regional or remote airport as identified by The Department of Home Affairs. Grants of up to $25,000 per year covering 100% of eligible expenditure.
Funding to support Tasmania's built heritage places
Funding amounts vary.
Owners of heritage properties in Tasmania. Funding amounts vary.
Funding to support Tasmanian events
Closing date: Thursday 21 May 2026 Thu 21 May 2026
Event organisers delivering an event in Tasmania. Matched funding of up to $10,000.
Funding to support the Australian automotive sector as it transitions to selling and repairing more Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Closing date: Thursday 30 April 2026 5:00pm AEST Thu 30 Apr 2026 5:00pm AEST
Automotive dealerships and EV repairers throughout Australia. Up to $3,000 per eligible fixed smart EV charging plug(s) or portable DC EV charger(s) at your site. Portable units must cost at least $2,500 to qualify. The maximum rebate amount for multiple chargers per eligible site is up to $21,000.
Funding to support the biomedical industry in WA
Funding of up to $20,000.
WA organisations in the health and medical sciences sector. Funding of up to $20,000.
Funding to support the biomedical industry in WA
Funding of up to $10,000.
WA organisations in the health and medical sciences sector. Funding of up to $10,000.
Funding to support the establishment of space launch facilities in WA
Closing date: Friday 15 May 2026 Fri 15 May 2026
Businesses operating in the space industry. Funding between $200,000 and $1.75 million.
Funding to support the NSW agriculture sector
Funding between $500,000 and $4 million.
NSW businesses and organisations operating in the agriculture sector. Funding between $500,000 and $4 million.
Funding to support the NSW aquaculture sector
Funding between $100,000 to $2 million.
NSW businesses and organisations operating in the aquaculture sector. Funding between $100,000 to $2 million.
Funding to support zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) technologies
The application and assessment process typically involves a 2-stage application process, with an EOI and a full application.
Eligible Australian ZEV projects. Minimum funding of $500,000.
Funding to undertake research which informs government policy responses to regional issues
The grant amount will be up to $400,000 plus GST
To be eligible you must be the Regional Australia Institute Ltd (ABN 65 152 955 667) The grant amount will be up to $400,000 plus GST
Funding to undertake restoration works to QLD heritage listed places impacted by disaster
Funding of up to $50,000.
Owners of heritage places in QLD impacted by the North and Far North Tropical Low, 29 January 2025 to 28 February 2025. Funding of up to $50,000.
Funding to validate and demonstrate solutions to reduce methane emissions from grazing animals
Funding from $1 million up to $3 million to cover up to 80% of eligible expenditure.
Incorporated entities, incorporated trustee on behalf of a trust, co-operatives, publicly funded research organisations (PFRO), Australian state/territory Government agency or body. Funding from $1 million up to $3 million to cover up to 80% of eligible expenditure.
Funding to validate and demonstrate technology solutions to deliver low emissions feed supplements to grazing animals
Funding to validate and demonstrate technology solutions to deliver low emissions feed supplements to grazing animals.
Australian entities with relevant IP, research and resource capacity to validate and demonstrate technology solutions for delivering low emissions feed supplements to grazing animals. Funding to validate and demonstrate technology solutions to deliver low emissions feed supplements to grazing animals.
Funding towards training for individuals (including sole traders) who have lost work
Apply at any time.
Individuals (including sole traders) who have lost work due to COVID-19. Funding of up to $3000.
Funding university research for future defence capability
A grant of up to AUD$1 million per year for 3 years, subject to available grant funds, to fund a research project on a designated topic.
The lead Australian university in an approved MURI submission on a dedicated topic. A grant of up to AUD$1 million per year for 3 years, subject to available grant funds, to fund a research project on a designated topic.
Future Fuels CRC - Blending hydrogen with gas helps nation move towards decarbonisation
Renewable hydrogen is a clean or ‘green’ fuel. The FFCRC researched blending hydrogen with natural gas for use in gas appliances used for cooking, heating and water heating in residential and commercial settings. These are known as ‘Type A’ appliances.
Get advice and funding to take your novel idea to market
Accelerating Commercialisation provided advice and funding to get your novel product, process or service to market. This program is closed.
You can apply if your business meets the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria are a set of rules that describe who we can consider for this opportunity. You can apply if you: have an eligible business structure are a Research Commercialisation Entity or Eligible Partner Entity have a project with a novel product, process service have evidence of your ability to fund at least 50% of eligible project expendit… You’ll be paired with an independent facilitator. Your facilitator will make recommendations to take your project from prototype to your first commercial sales and they’ll help you apply for the commercialisation grant. 
Get Customs duty and GST exemptions
The Tradex Scheme Policy and Administrative Guidelines have been updated to clarify areas of the Tradex legislation that may not be clear. Key areas are:
Importers who will export identified goods within 12 months. Customs duty and goods and services tax (GST) exemption on goods that you import.
Get funding for genomics research projects
Up to $5 million for genomics research projects.
In Round 1, researchers with projects in one of the following areas: cancers and diseases with high mortality and low survivability paediatric acute care genomic research for clinically ill children ethical, legal and social issues related to genomics in health care Up to $5 million for genomics research projects.
Get help from a research service provider
RSPs are scientific or technical service providers that you can engage to conduct R&D activities on your behalf.
Get help to improve your business and take advantage of growth opportunities
Growth services provided businesses with advice and funding to grow their business and become more competitive in global markets. This program is closed.
Businesses working within, or supporting, one of the growth sectors who want assistance to grow and enter new markets. You’ll be paired with an independent facilitator. Your facilitator will assess your business then recommend operational and growth opportunities, and give advice on applying for the Growth Grant. 
Get help with research to take your idea or innovation forward
Innovation Connections provided advice and funding to get research projects underway in your business. This program is closed.
Businesses working within, or supporting, one of the growth sectors who want to research an idea with commercial potential. You’ll be paired with an independent facilitator. Your facilitator will make recommendations for your research project, connect you with research institutions and help you apply for a grant to fund your researchers.
Get investment to develop and commercialise your biomedical discoveries
As an investee company, you may contact a licensed fund manager at any time to seek investment.
Early-stage biomedical companies. Investment to develop and commercialise biomedical discoveries.
Giant Leap – investing in mission driven Australian founders
James Chin Moody, Will Richardson and Amanda Goodman.
Global Innovation Linkages Program – Round 3 Grants Recipients
Grant recipient
Powering Australia Limited has been funded to establish the Powering Australia Industry Growth Centre to help Australian businesses manufacture renewable energy technologies locally.
Grants for 2022 National Science Week engagement activities
Grants from $2,000 to $20,000 to increase community participation in science engagement activities.
Individuals and organisations. Grants from $2,000 to $20,000 to increase community participation in science engagement activities.
Grants for 2023 National Science Week engagement activities
Grants of between $2,000 and $20,000 for community participation in National Science Week 2023 activities.
Individuals and organisations. Grants of between $2,000 and $20,000 for community participation in National Science Week 2023 activities.
Grants for 2024 National Science Week engagement activities.
Grants of between $2,000 and $20,000 for community participation in National Science Week 2024 activities.
Individuals and organisations. Grants of between $2,000 and $20,000 for community participation in National Science Week 2024 activities.
Grants for 2025 National Science Week engagement activities
Grants of between $2,000 and $20,000 for community participation in National Science Week 2025 activities.
Individuals and organisations. Grants of between $2,000 and $20,000 for community participation in National Science Week 2025 activities.
Grants for 2026 National Science Week engagement activities
Are you looking for information on grant application assessments or timeframes? Log into the grants portal to find out how your application is progressing.
Individuals and organisations Grants of between $2,000 and $20,000 for community participation in National Science Week 2026 activities.
Grants for business projects that benefit the Collie region in WA
Closing date: Wednesday 30 June 2027 Wed 30 Jun 2027
Small to medium enterprises and organisations undertaking projects in the Collie region of WA. Up to $100,000.
Grants for communities affected by the selection of the National Radioactive Waste Management Facility
The site near Kimba in South Australia is no longer being pursued as the site for a National Radioactive Waste Management Facility. Read more about the Decision on the National Radioactive Waste Management Facility (NRWMF) site.
Grants are now available for projects in the Kimba community for projects that increase social cohesion and economic diversity. Find out how to get up to $2 Million for projects to support the Kimba community.
Grants for community initiatives in Kimba and Hawker (Wallerberdina Station), South Australia
Grants of between $5000 and $1 million covering up to 100% of eligible project costs.
Organisations, businesses, authorities or councils in the Kimba and Hawker regions. Grants of between $5000 and $1 million covering up to 100% of eligible project costs.
Grants to add Indigenous values to Australia’s World and National Heritage-listed places
Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
First Nations-led applicants, owners/managers of Australia’s World Heritage-listed and National Heritage-listed sites. Grants between $25,000 and $250,000, to cover up to 80% of eligible expenditure.
Grants to assist the sustainability of Australian news publishers
Are you looking for information on grant application assessments or timeframes? Log into the grants portal to find out how your application is progressing.
Australian news publishers producing core news content that is distributed digitally. The minimum grant amount is $39,000 over three years and the maximum grant amount is $7.5 million over three years. The grant amount per eligible journalist is $13,000 full time equivalent (FTE) per year, or $39,000 per eligible FTE journalist over three years. If the journalist is not employed full time with the appli…
Grants to assist the sustainability of Australian news publishers
The grant amount is $13,000 per eligible journalist full time equivalent (FTE).
Australian news publishers producing core news content that is distributed digitally. The grant amount is $13,000 per eligible journalist full time equivalent (FTE). If the journalist is not employed full time with the applicant, the grant amount requested should be based on a pro-rata amount of the FTE.
Grants to boost girls' and women's participation in STEM and entrepreneurship
Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship grants encourage participation of girls and women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics leading to STEM education and careers.
To apply you must be an organisation incorporated in Australia, a publicly funded research organisation or publicly funded research agency, a vocational education and training provider, a technical and further education institution or a not-for-profit organisation. Grants between $5,000 and $250,000 for projects that increase women’s and girls’ participation in STEM and entrepreneurship.
Grants to boost participation of girls and women in STEM and entrepreneurship
Grants between $500,000 and $1,000,000 for projects that increase women’s and girls’ participation in STEM and entrepreneurship.
This grant opportunity provides funding to grow and expand existing projects that support women and girls, regardless of their background, to build STEM skills and succeed in high growth employment areas. Grants between $500,000 and $1,000,000 for projects that increase women’s and girls’ participation in STEM and entrepreneurship.
Grants to deliver STEM related activities and events to Australian youth under 18 years of age
Grants from $20,000 to $100,000.
STEM-related organisations such as a business or university, to deliver maker projects to students and youth under 18 years of age. Grants from $20,000 to $100,000.
Grants to improve critical air infrastructure
Grants from $20,000 to $5 million to undertake essential works to improve aviation safety and access for regional communities.
Owners and operators of airports or aerodromes in regional areas of Australia. Grants from $20,000 to $5 million to undertake essential works to improve aviation safety and access for regional communities.
Grants to improve critical air infrastructure
The Regional Airports Program – Round 4 provides regional airports or aerodromes with up to $7.5 million in funding to enhance aviation safety, accessibility and climate resilience.
Owners and operators of airports or aerodromes in regional areas of Australia. Grants from $20,000 to $7.5 million to undertake essential works to improve aviation safety, access and transition to net zero emissions for regional communities.
Grants to improve safety and accessibility of remote airstrips
Grants of up to $500,000 to enhance aerodrome safety and accessibility.
Owners and operators of aerodromes in remote or very remote areas of Australia. Grants of up to $500,000 to enhance aerodrome safety and accessibility.
Grants to improve safety and accessibility of remote airstrips
Grants of up to $3 million to enhance aerodrome safety and accessibility.
Owners and operators of aerodromes in remote or very remote areas of Australia. Grants of up to $3 million to enhance aerodrome safety and accessibility.
Grants to improve safety and accessibility of remote airstrips
Grants from $5,000 to $4 million to enhance aerodrome safety and accessibility.
Owners and operators of aerodromes in remote or very remote areas of Australia. Grants from $5,000 to $4 million to enhance aerodrome safety and accessibility.
Grants to improve safety and accessibility of remote airstrips
Grants of up to $3 million to enhance aerodrome safety and accessibility.
Owners and operators of aerodromes in remote or very remote areas of Australia. Grants of up to $3 million to enhance aerodrome safety and accessibility.
Grants to improve the quality of the local environment
Grants between $5000 and $50,000, covering up to 100% of project costs.
Community and environment groups.  Grants between $5000 and $50,000, covering up to 100% of project costs.
Grants to install Community Batteries
26 May 2023: The grant opportunity guidelines have been updated to extend the end of grant commitment date to 30 September 2027.
Grants between $100,000 and $500,000 per eligible location. The grant will provide $1,000 per kilowatt hour (kWh) of battery storage capacity and up to 100% of eligible project expenditure. 
Grants to install Community Batteries
This opportunity supports organisations to deliver community batteries in eligible locations to support lower electricity bills and emissions, support storage of excess solar energy and reduce pressure on the grid.
Distributed Network Service Providers (DNSPs) and other organisations. Grants between $100,000 and $500,000 per eligible location. The grant will provide $1,000 per kilowatt hour (kWh) of battery storage capacity and up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Grants to install Community Batteries
26 May 2023: The grant opportunity guidelines have been updated to extend the end of grant commitment date to 30 September 2027.
Specific organisations listed in the grant opportunity guidelines. Grants between $100,000 and $500,000 per eligible location. The grant will provide $1000 per kilowatt hour (kWh) of battery storage capacity and up to 100% of eligible project expenditure. 
Grants to promote the management of light pollution in priority coastal areas
$15,000 to $50,000 covering up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Australian businesses that can provide practical solutions to improve conservation outcomes for threatened and/or migratory listed species protected under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act). $15,000 to $50,000 covering up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Grants to sponsor students to take part in STEM events, activities and competitions
$1,500 to $15,000 to sponsor eligible Australian students.
Schools, incorporated not for profit organisations and entities incorporated in Australia applying on behalf of a student or a group of students. $1,500 to $15,000 to sponsor eligible Australian students.
Grants to sponsor students to take part in STEM events, activities and competitions
This grant opportunity provides funding to sponsor young Australians to take part in virtual or in-person Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) engagement events, activities and competitions. 
Schools, incorporated not-for-profit organisations and entities incorporated in Australia applying on the behalf of a student or group of students. Grants of between $1,500 and $15,000 to sponsor eligible Australian students to participate in STEM engagement events, activities and competitions.  The maximum grant amount per student for Australian hosted events is $2,000 and $5,000 for events requiring international travel.
Grants to sponsor students to take part in STEM events, activities and competitions
Funding for this grant opportunity is now fully subscribed and applications have closed.
Schools, incorporated not-for-profit organisations and entities incorporated in Australia applying on the behalf of a student or group of students. Grants of between $1,500 and $15,000 to sponsor eligible Australian students to participate in STEM engagement events, activities and competitions. The maximum grant amount per student for Australian hosted events is $2,000 and $5,000 for events requiring international travel.
Grants to sponsor students to take part in STEM events, activities and competitions
Funding for this grant opportunity is now fully subscribed and applications have closed.
Eligible organisations, such as schools and community groups, can apply on behalf of a student or group of students. Grants of between $1,500 and $15,000 to sponsor eligible Australian students to participate in STEM engagement events, activities and competition. The maximum grant amount per student for Australian hosted events is $2,000 and $5,000 for events requiring international travel.
Grants to support improved safety and efficiency for Australian airspace users
Closing date: Monday 31 May 2027 5:00pm AEST Mon 31 May 2027 5:00pm AEST
Registered owners of crewed aircraft operating under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) or Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) which are shown in an approved registration database. Up to $5,000 per eligible aircraft covering up to 50% of eligible project expenditure. Only one grant per aircraft and per device is permitted (unless you meet the eligibility criteria in section 4.1 and 4.2 of the grant opportunity guidelines.
Grants to support the growth of Australia's green iron industry
February 2026 – The further guidance section has been updated to include key information about:
Applicants across Australia with existing facilities and greenfield projects. The Green Iron Investment Fund provides at least $500 million to support early movers with the upfront costs of capital works.
Grants to support the improvement of critical air infrastructure
Grants will be from $20,000 to $5 million to undertake essential works to improve aviation safety and access for regional communities.
Owners and operators of airports or aerodromes in regional areas of Australia. Grants will be from $20,000 to $5 million to undertake essential works to improve aviation safety and access for regional communities.
Grants to support the long term protection of priority threatened species.
Grants of up to $500,000 to support activities that reduce the risk of extinction for priority species.
Organisations undertaking projects that support the conservation and protection of wildlife in Australia. Grants of up to $500,000 to support activities that reduce the risk of extinction for priority species.
Grants to support the marine environment and sustainable fisheries
$50,000 to $500,000 covering up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Australian businesses and organisations who can help improve conservation outcomes for threatened and/or migratory listed species protected under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) that interact with commercial wild-catch fisheries. $50,000 to $500,000 covering up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Grants to support the protection and conservation of six priority marine turtle stocks
$50,000 to $500,000 covering up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Australian businesses that can provide practical solutions to improve conservation outcomes for threatened and/or migratory listed species protected under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act). $50,000 to $500,000 covering up to 100% of eligible project expenditure.
Grants to unlock opportunities and expand Australia's space sector
These projects will support Australian organisations to conduct joint space projects and build valuable commercial links with the Indian Space Research Organisation and the broader Indian space sector.
Australian companies and publicly funded research organisations who wish to partner with Indian organisations to deliver collaborative projects. Grants from $1 million to $10 million.
Grants to unlock opportunities and expand Australia's space sector
Please note that the Project Plan Template has been revised as at Tuesday, 17 February 2026.
Australian companies and publicly funded research organisations who wish to work with Indian organisations to deliver collaborative projects to advance the space industry. A grant of up to $2.69 million is available. The grant amount will be up to 100 per cent of eligible project costs.
Growth programs for businesses
Apply at any time.
Business owners, CEOs or managing directors. Access to programs and expert advice to help grow your business.
Guarantees for small to medium business exporters
Apply at any time.
Small to medium export businesses or companies in an export supply chain. Guarantee amounts from $350,000.
Hatchtech – safer, more effective head lice treatment
A human head louse with an egg
HEARing CRC products making noise in the healthcare marketplace
The HEARing CRC is known internationally for its collaborative research on cochlear implant technology and clinical services, helping Australian biomedical company Cochlear to retain its world-leading position.
Helping build commercial scale carbon capture, use and storage assets and shared hub infrastructure
In line with the October Budget 2022 the Carbon Capture Use and Storage Hubs and Technologies Programs have been discontinued with funding being redirected to other Government priorities. If you would like further information or have questions, please contact business.gov.au on 13 28 46.
Businesses involved with carbon capture, use and storage. Grants from $5 million to $50 million.
Helping redundant automotive workers find new employment
For workers who were made redundant from the automotive manufacturing industry.
For workers who were made redundant from the automotive manufacturing industry. A jobactive provider to help you find new employment. Up to $1300 funding to help pay for work-related items, training and new job support.
Heuch – empowering businesses and communities to be self-sufficient
Heuch design and build customised refrigeration, environmental control, solar power and air conditioning products to meet the operating needs of customers.
How Australian research is transforming pig welfare
In commercial pig farming, the tails of piglets are often removed a few days after birth. This practice, known as tail docking, is common worldwide. In Australia, almost 90% of piglets have their tails docked. The aim is to reduce tail biting, which can cause infection and harm pig health.
How the R&D Tax Incentive has helped other companies
The R&DTI has helped LLEAF cultivate university research into a groundbreaking ag-tech startup.
How to conduct eligible R&D activities for the R&D Tax Incentive
Your systematic progression of work must include all of the following elements:
Hypothetical case study: Far Side – R&D in a new space
Although your circumstances may appear similar to this case study, your activities may not be eligible. You need to assess your activities based on your specific circumstances. You must assess your activities against the legal requirements of the R&DTI program.
Hypothetical Machine Learning case study
Although your circumstances may appear similar to this case study, your activities may not be eligible. You must assess your activities against the legislative requirements of the R&DTI program. We recommend reading the Guide to Interpretation, before reading this case study.
Immediate bushfire clean-up assistance for Victorians
Apply at any time.
Individuals and businesses impacted by the January 2026 bushfires. Bushfire clean-up help.
Implement improved aviation security screening measures
The Regional Airport Security Screening Fund allows eligible regional airports to implement new aviation security screening requirements. Eligible regional airports were invited to apply for funding.
Eligible regional airports that are invited to apply. Funds for new equipment or to upgrade current equipment to improve aviation security screening.
Improvement audits for SME manufacturers in regional NSW
An improvement audit.
SME manufacturing businesses in regional NSW. An improvement audit.
Improving local community participation and vibrancy
Up to $20,000 of funding for capital projects.
Applicants invited to apply by their local MP. Up to $20,000 of funding for capital projects.
Improving local community participation and vibrancy
Up to $20,000 of funding for small capital projects.
Applicants invited to apply by their local MP. Up to $20,000 of funding for small capital projects.
Improving local community participation and vibrancy
Up to $20,000 of funding for capital projects
Applicants are invited to apply by their local Federal MP. Up to $20,000 of funding for capital projects
Improving the security at faith-based places so communities can be free from harassment
Additional Funding: On the 16 October 2023, the Commonwealth government announced a further $10 million in funding from the Confiscated Assets Account. This allocation brings the total funding to $50 million for Securing Faith-Based Places grants. The grant opportunity remains closed and no new applications for funding will be accepted.
Faith-based places at risk of crime and violence motivated by religious or racial intolerance. Grants from $25,000 to $500,000.
Incentives for game developers, publishers and studios in QLD
Apply at any time.
Games developers, publishers and studios. Incentive amounts vary.
Incentives for NSW businesses to employ workers with a work related injury or illness
Apply at any time.
NSW businesses. Incentive payments of up to $27,400 for up to 12 months.
Incentives to install rooftop solar batteries
Incentives vary.
NSW businesses and homeowners. Incentives vary.
Increasing Australia’s resilience through additional onshore diesel storage
Grants from $6 million to $33.3 million.
Eligible organisations with the capacity to build and independently maintain diesel fuel storage facilities. Grants from $6 million to $33.3 million.
Industry partner organisations providing sectoral advice and support to SMEs
Applications for Stage 2 of the Industry Partner Organisation grant opportunity have now closed.
Eligible organisations working in the Australian Government’s priority areas for the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) to give specialised sectoral advice and expertise to startups and innovative SMEs. Up to $1.92 million in grant funding.
Information for registered partnerships
If you haven't applied for registration yet, or are looking for general information on the programs, see our partnership program pages:
Initial stimulus funding to enhance and improve clinical trial infrastructure in rural, regional and remote areas of Australia
Grants from $5 million to $100 million.
Eligible organisations seeking to deliver clinical trial infrastructure projects in rural, regional and remote areas of Australia. Grants from $5 million to $100 million.
Innovative Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (IMCRC) - future-proofing Australian manufacturing SMEs with futuremap®
The IMCRC team at Sleep Corp's new facility.
Interest free or low interest loans for low income earners
Applications may be made at anytime.
ACT residents on a low income. Interest free loans of up to $3,000 or low-interest loans of between $3,001 and $10,000.
Internet 2.0 – defending an open and safe internet
David Robinson: The R&D Tax Incentive has allowed Internet 2.0 to invest into the company's I.P., get a greater return for investors and also increase our capacity to build better products long-term.
Open
Invasive Animals CRC - researchers confident of gaining control of carp issue
Dr Ken McColl is helping find new solutions to controlling carp.
Australia’s carp problem may have finally met its match if the hope of researchers and experts behind the proposed answer - the cyprinid herpesvirus (CyHV-3) – proves well founded. The potential biological control method has been investigated for several years by researchers at CSIRO’s Australian Animal Health Laborato…
Investible
Co Founders of Investible (left to right): Trevor Folsom and Creel Price
Investment funding for Victorian SMEs wanting to grow their business
 
Victorian SMEs. Investment funding.
IP Group Australia - building Australia's next leaders in technology
IP Group is a world leading intellectual property commercialisation company established in the UK in 2000 through a partnership with Oxford University. In 2017 it expanded to Australia, forming IP Group Australia and partnering with the Group of Eight universities to commercialise Australian research.
IP Group Australia and AMSL Aero – decarbonising aviation
AMSL Aero’s concept for zero-emissions aviation has prompted investment from IP Group Australia.
Itree Pty Ltd
REACH caters for variable data quality by providing intelligent features such as name permutations, relationship pattern matching and partial matching using a configurable match confidence score. It learns over time to improve match confidence calculations.
Jelix Ventures
Jelix Ventures is supporting extraordinary founders and startups.
Laila and Me
Laila and Me’s Boosting Female Founders Initiative grant helped CEO and Founder, Melissa Devereaux scale her business and pursue international markets.
Laronix – giving voice to the voiceless
Dr Fary Ahmadi: I can't emphasise how important it is to have the R&D Tax Incentive.
Latrobe Magnesium – extracting magnesium from Australia's brown coal waste
Latrobe Magnesium’s demonstration plant in the Latrobe Valley has paved the way for a commercial facility.
LAVO – fuelling Australia’s clean energy transition
Jacques Markgraaff: Without the R&DTI’s assistance, LAVO would have taken a lot longer to achieve some of the incredible groundbreaking milestones that we have as a business.
Lenexa Medical is modernising patient care
Lenexa Medical is an Australian company founded in 2017. They specialise in finding innovative solutions to prevent pressure injury.
Likely Theory
Converlens is Likely Theory’s web-based consultation platform. It enables better engagement and consultation with communities and within departments. Converlens utilises artificial intelligence (AI) technology to process complex qualitative data.
List of Australian Venture Capital Fund of Funds
Registered AFOFs | Conditionally Registered AFOFs
List of Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnerships
Registered ESVCLPs | Conditionally Registered ESVCLPs
List of Pooled Development Funds
These companies are registered under the Pooled Development Funds Act 1992. The program is closed to new applicants.
List of Venture Capital Limited Partnerships
Registered VCLPs | Conditionally Registered VCLPs
Listing on the Aboriginal Business Directory WA.
Registration is ongoing.
WA Aboriginal businesses. Listing on the Aboriginal Business Directory WA.
Lithium Battery Systems – making batteries in Australia
Company: Lithium Battery Storage Pty Ltd
LLEAF – optimising sunlight to build a food-secure future
Company: LLEAF Pty Ltd
Loan for farm businesses impacted by drought
Apply at any time.
Farm businesses impacted by drought. Loans of up to $250,000. 
Loans for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned production companies
Loans between $100,000 and $3 million.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned production companies. Loans between $100,000 and $3 million.
Loans for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned small businesses
Apply at any time.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned small businesses. Loans of between $10,000 and $5 million.
Loans for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander start-ups
Apply at any time.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and businesses. Finance package of up to $150,000.
Loans for commercial and industrial energy customers for energy efficiency initiatives
Closing date: Thursday 16 April 2026 Thu 16 Apr 2026
Tasmanian commercial and industrial energy customers who use over 150MWh of electricity per year. Interest free and low interest loans.
Loans for NSW farm infrastructure
Applications may be made at any time.
NSW farmers. Loans of up to $1 million.
Loans for primary producer working capital after a disaster
Applications may be made after the declaration of an eligible disaster.
Queensland primary producers impacted by an eligible disaster. Low-interest loans up to $100,000.
Loans for Queensland primary producers and commercial fishers
Apply at any time.
Queensland primary producers and commercial fishers. Loans of up to $1.3 million.
Loans for small business working capital after a disaster
Applications may be made after the declaration of an eligible disaster.
Queensland small businesses impacted by an eligible disaster. Low-interest loans up to $100,000.
Loans for small businesses that provide primary production related goods and services
Apply at any time.
Small businesses supplying goods and services relating to primary production to farm businesses located in an eligible area. Loans of up to $500,000.  
Loans for small to medium businesses to export goods or services
Apply at any time.
Small to medium businesses. Loans from $350,000.
Loans for Tasmanian farmers and agribusinesses
Apply at any time.
Tasmanian farmers and agribusinesses. Low interest loans from $100,000 to $3 million.
Loans to assist first time farmers or farmers looking to start their own business or implement succession arrangements
Apply at any time.
First time farmers or farmers looking to plan and implement succession arrangements. Loans of up to $2 million.
Loans to cooperatives engaged in processing and storing primary product
This scheme is ongoing, with applications assessed on a case by case basis.
South Australian cooperatives processing and storing primary product. Loans and the associated taxation benefits.
Loans to strengthen your farm business
Apply at any time.
Farm businesses. Loans of up to $2 million.
Loans to support export growth
Apply at any time.
Small to medium export businesses. Loans of $20,000 to $350,000.
Loans to support regional tourism projects
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Businesses and organisations undertaking a regional tourism project in Tasmania. Loans between $100,000 and $3 million.
Low interest loans for disaster affected NSW primary producers
Applications may be made after the declaration of an eligible disaster.
NSW primary producers. Low interest loans of up to $130,000.
Low interest loans for disaster affected NSW small businesses
Applications may be made after the declaration of an eligible disaster.
NSW small businesses. Low interest loans of up to $130,000.
Low interest loans for NSW farmers
Applications will be accepted until program funding is exhausted.
NSW farmers. Loans of up to $500,000.
Low-interest loans for disaster affected primary producers
Applications may be made after the declaration of an eligible disaster.
Disaster affected Queensland primary producers. Low-interest loans of up to $250,000.
Low-interest loans for primary producers impacted by North QLD monsoon trough, associated Cyclone Koji and severe weather
Closing date: Friday 31 December 2027 Fri 31 Dec 2027
Queensland primary producers impacted by the North QLD monsoon trough, associated Cyclone Koji and severe weather, commencing 24 December 2025. Low-interest loans of up to $2 million.
Low-interest loans for primary producers impacted by Western QLD surface trough, rainfall and flooding
Closing date: Thursday 31 December 2026 Thu 31 Dec 2026
Queensland primary producers impacted by the Western Queensland Surface Trough and Associated Rainfall and Flooding, 21 March – 19 May 2025. Low-interest loans of up to $5 million.
Low-interest loans for small business disaster recovery
Applications may be made after the declaration of an eligible disaster.
Queensland small businesses impacted by an eligible disaster. Low-interest loans up to $250,000.
Low-interest rate loans for NSW commercial fishers and aquaculture farmers
Apply at any time.
NSW commercial fishers and aquaculture farmers. Loans of up to $500,000.
M3DICINE Holdings - Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled stethoscope delivers powerful diagnostic capabilities 
The Stethee Pro is the world’s first AI enabled, wireless digital stethoscope for cardiac and respiratory vital signs that has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), European authorities (CE) and the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
Manufacturing sector guide for the R&D Tax Incentive
The manufacturing industry is a diverse sector. It includes commodity products such as some foods and beverages to high value-added products including automotive and aerospace components.
Matched funding for start-ups and small business to access CSIRO support
Applications may be made at any time
 Start-ups and small to medium enterprises. Matched funding between $10,000 and $50,000.
Matched funding to develop activities that enable better translation of world-class research into business performance
Apply at any time.
NSW small to medium enterprises. Matched funding of up to $50,000.
Measuring the quality of Australia's meat industry
Australia is the world’s largest exporter of lamb and mutton, but we have no practical, commercial way to measure meat quality.
Mentoring for women across agriculture in rural and regional Victoria
Leadership and mentoring program.
Women in agriculture in rural and regional Victoria. Leadership and mentoring program.
Mentoring support for VIC small business owners in selected industry sectors
Closing date: Sunday 31 May 2026 Sun 31 May 2026
VIC small businesses in selected industry sectors. Mentoring sessions.
Mentorships for young or emerging Tasmanian Aboriginal artists
Closing date: Monday 16 March 2026 Mon 16 Mar 2026
Tasmanian Aboriginal artists or arts organisation proposing to mentor a Tasmanian Aboriginal artist.   Funding to the value of $10,000.
Micro-credential programs for tourism, customer service and hospitality skilling solutions
Apply at any time.
Victorian tourism, event and hospitality businesses. Micro-credentials and free training.
Microequities – Investors benefit from growth of start-ups
Howard Leibman, co-founder of the Microequities Venture Capital Fund.
MJA Waterflow
Waterflow is not a trading platform. Rather, it provides, at no cost; a market commentary and informs to save water market participants many hours researching water prices, availability and rule considerations.
Modulation Rates
We need to ensure that the available value of capped assistance in an ATS year is not exceeded. We do this by modulation of the payments.
Motor vehicle duty refund on replacement vehicles
Apply at any time.
Individuals in New South Wales whose vehicle has been written off during a declared natural disaster. Motor vehicle duty refund.
Network of specialised programs to support Australian tech exporters
To find out more, submit an Expression of Interest form.
Market-ready tech start-up businesses. Tailored advice and in-market experiences.
No interest business loans for low income Tasmanians
Applications may be made at any time.
Tasmanians with a low income. Interest-free loans of up to $3,000.
Offset your R&D costs
The R&D Tax Incentive (R&DTI) is a legislated program which supports you to invest in eligible research and development (R&D) that you might not otherwise conduct by offsetting some of the associated costs.
The R&DTI is open to all industry sectors and company sizes. Any company that meets the definition of an R&D entity can apply. A tax offset for R&D expenditure of up to $150 million.
OmnisOva - Creating Allergen Safe Eggs
Egg allergy is a global food safety problem that is estimated to impact over 40 million children. Allergic reactions can range from mild, such as hives, to severe, such as anaphylaxis or even death. Avoiding eggs can be challenging, with even small amounts triggering a reaction. For unknown reasons, it is taking many children much longer to ’outgrow‘ their allergy, and some remain highly allergic for life. To date, there exists no safe solution other than to try and avoid egg containing foods.
On-site technical mentoring support for electrical workers
Closing date: Sunday 31 May 2026 Sun 31 May 2026
Electrical workers in Victoria. Technical mentoring and support.
OncoRes Medical – Breakthrough imaging targets better breast cancer surgery
Dr Simon Graindorge and Dr Katharine Giles from OncoRes Medical.
One-off payment for individuals affected by a major disaster
Check the Services Australia website for declared disaster events and application deadlines.
Individuals adversely affected by a disaster. Funding of up to $1000 for adults, $400 for children.
One-on-one support for businesses affected by the summer 2026 Victorian bushfires
Closing date: Saturday 31 October 2026 Sat 31 Oct 2026
Businesses affected by the summer 2026 Victorian bushfires. Free, confidential, one-on-one support.
OneVentures
OneVentures is supporting founders with capital and hands on business experience.
OneVentures and BiVACOR – building the first artificial alternative to a heart transplant
BiVACOR’s artifical heart could help change the lives of thousands of people around the world living with heart failure.
OneVentures – growing Australian venture capital
OneVentures Founders - Left to right: Dr Michelle Deaker, Dr Paul Kelly, Anne-Marie Birkill
Online program for NSW women starting or operating a small business
You can apply at any time.
Women in NSW wanting to start, or who are already operating, a small business. Fully subsidised online business training program with access to resources, events and other services.
Opportunity to participate in a China in-bound buyer visit
Opportunity to participate in the China Inbound Buyer Visit – Whisky, Wine and Seafood 2026 program.
TAS whisky, wine and seafood exporting businesses. Opportunity to participate in the China Inbound Buyer Visit – Whisky, Wine and Seafood 2026 program.
Opportunity to procure a government solution in the NT
Deadlines will vary depending on each challenge.
NT enterprises and organisations. The chance to negotiate a procurement contract with the NT government, and $100,000 seed funding on finalisation of a procurement contract.
Other applications
The following information applies to both these partnerships unless stated:
Our Innovation Fund – growing world-class innovative technology businesses
Assignar co-founder Sean McCreanor (centre) with Our Innovation Fund partners Jerry Stesel (left) and David Shein.
Oxleigh: Innovative Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling
Black mass and sulfur (left) are used to produce valuable metals including nickel, manganese and cobalt (right).
Participate as a collaboration partner in Queensland Small Business Month (QSBM)
Closing date: Thursday 30 April 2026 Thu 30 Apr 2026
QLD businesses. Opportunity to become a QSBM Collaboration Partner.
Payment plan for taxpayers affected by the increased cost of fuel
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Eligible ABN holders. Tailored payment plans. 
Payments for employers of reservists
Applications may be made at any time.
Employers of reservists and self-employed reservists. Weekly payments equal to average adult earnings.
Payments for WA businesses hiring new apprentices or trainees
Applications may be made at any time.
WA businesses. The payment amount depends on the nominal term of the apprenticeship or traineeship.
Payroll tax rebates for employers
Payroll tax rebate.
Queensland businesses. Payroll tax rebate.
PEGRAS Asia Pacific—Treating label contamination to increase plastics recycling
Ping Services – keeping an ear out for wind farms
Company: Ping Services Pty Ltd
Planet Protector Packaging
The Boosting Female Founders Initiative grant helped Planet Protector Packaging's CEO and Founder, Joanne Howarth, to establish her second operation in Tasmania and accelerate her business growth.
Pre-employment project opportunities to recruit new staff
Apply at any time.
Businesses with entry level job opportunities willing to trial a new way of recruiting. Opportunities to recruit new staff.
Prizes for Australian science teachers
The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science – Science Teaching Prizes award teachers with prizes for excellence in teaching in any area of science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM). 
Teachers who have made significant contributions to science, technology, engineering or mathematics education. There are 2 science teaching prizes. Winners get $250,000 in prize money, a medallion, lapel pin and an award certificate.
Prizes for Australian scientists and innovators
There are 5 Science Prizes ranging between $50,000 and $250,000. Winners receive prize money, a medallion, lapel pin and an award certificate.
Australian scientists and innovators, whose achievements benefit Australia and the rest of the world. There are 5 Science Prizes ranging between $50,000 and $250,000. Winners receive prize money, a medallion, lapel pin and an award certificate.
Prizes for projects that practice or preserve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems Prize is $250,000.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander-led projects that benefit Australian Indigenous peoples, communities or place. The project should contribute to solving a significant challenge through the practice and preservation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems Prize is $250,000. The prize recipient receives a medallion, lapel pin, award certificate and prize money.
Protect children from racial or religious intolerance
Up to $1.5 million for security infrastructure and engagement activities
Schools, pre-schools, local councils, community and religious organisations. Up to $1.5 million for security infrastructure and engagement activities
Provides funding to build connections and deliver mentoring
$32 million over 4 years.
Industry, universities, government entities and not-for-profits. $32 million over 4 years.
Pure Battery Technologies – Refining the future
Refining the future.
Quantum Brilliance – making quantum computing an everyday technology
Dr Marcus Doherty: We are a global company, we have grown from Australia and we now operate from different countries around the world.
R&D Tax Incentive customer portal help and support
As a principal authority of a company, you must first link your myID to the company's ABN. You must do this before you can authorise access to the customer portal for yourself or anyone else.
R&D Tax Incentive information sessions and forums
Co-hosted by the department and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), information sessions enable you to apply for the R&DTI with confidence. With live guidance from program specialists, get practical resources on program requirements including assessing eligibility, planning, applying and record-keeping.
R&D Tax Incentive program charter
The R&DTI program charter has been jointly developed by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (the department) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to clearly explain:
RayGen – world-first solar technology
Company: RayGen Resources Pty Ltd
Rebate for commercial fisher tracking systems
Closing date: Wednesday 30 June 2027 Wed 30 Jun 2027
Queensland commercial fishers. Rebate amount varies.
Rebate for primary producers to manage current drought conditions and strengthen preparedness
Rebates of up to $20,000.
SA primary producers. Rebates of up to $20,000.
Rebate for SA grape growers for purchase of plant growth regulator Ethephon
Applications will close 31 January 2026, or when the 5,000 hectare cap is reached.
SA grape growers. A rebate of $40 per hectare sprayed to cover the cost of Ethephon, up to 1000 hectares per Australian business number (ABN).
Rebates for ACT businesses to purchase and install EV charging infrastructure
Apply at any time.
ACT businesses operating or subcontracting fleet vehicles. A rebate of up to $3,000.
Rebates for capital cost of small-scale, on-site recycling equipment or technology
Closing date: Wednesday 30 June 2027 Wed 30 Jun 2027
NSW businesses and organisations. Rebates of up to $50,000 to cover up to 50% of the capital costs.
Rebates for commercial landlords to upgrade to efficient electric systems
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Owners, landlords and managers of commercial buildings. Rebates of up to $50,000 at a rate of up to 75%.
Rebates for digital games production
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
NSW digital games producers. From $35,000 based on 10% of eligible Qualifying NSW Expenditure with a minimum spend of AU$350,000.
Rebates for NSW sole traders and small businesses to purchase safety equipment
Rebates of up to $1000.
Small businesses in NSW. Rebates of up to $1000.
Rebates for producers to purchase essential electronic identification (eID) equipment
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Sheep and goat producers in SA. Rebate amounts vary.
Rebates for sheep and farmed goat producers to purchase electronic identification (eID) devices
Closing date: Wednesday 30 June 2027 Wed 30 Jun 2027
Sheep and farmed goat producers in SA. Rebate on the purchase price of eligible eID devices of 25% up to a cap of 47.5 cents (GST exclusive) per tag.
Rebates for small businesses located in the Barwon region to implement water saving initiatives
Apply at any time.
Small businesses that are Barwon Water customers.   Rebates for 50% of the total expenditure up to a maximum of $1,500 per property.
Rebates for TAS primary producers accessing carbon farming advice
This program is available until all funds are expended.
Tasmanian primary producers. Rebate of up to $10,000.
Rebates for TAS sheep and goat farmers
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
TAS sheep and goat farmers. Rebates to purchase eID device tags.
Rebates for Tasmanian farm vehicles
Applications may be made at any time.
Tasmanian farmers. Rebates of up to 40% on motor taxes.
Rebates for VIC drought impacted farmers to help them control kangaroo numbers
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
VIC primary producers. Up to 3 rebates of $450.
Rebates for WA businesses employing new Indigenous employees
Payroll tax rebate.
WA small to medium size businesses. Payroll tax rebate.
Rebates on water bills for eligible QLD businesses
Closing date: Friday 31 December 2027 Fri 31 Dec 2027
QLD owner-operated businesses that use water for irrigation and earn primary production income. Rebates on water bills.
Rebates to unlock large scale subdivision work on King Island
Closing date: Sunday 31 May 2026 Sun 31 May 2026
Property owners developing land on King Island. Rebates of up to $25,000 per lot, up to a maximum of 12 lots per developer.
Rebates, incentives and advice on energy and water efficiency upgrades for ACT businesses
Apply at any time.
ACT businesses and organisations. Rebates, incentives and advice.
Recognition and support for complex major projects in Australia
You can contact the MPFA to discuss applying at any time.
Developers with projects over $50 million, facing complex regulatory approval challenges, and of strategic significance to Australia. A single entry point for Australian Government approvals. Project support and coordination. Help with engaging state and territory facilitation agencies to navigate state and territory regulatory approvals.
Records to show eligible R&D activities for the R&D Tax Incentive
Your records must show that a competent professional in the field couldn't know or determine the outcome of your activity in advance on the basis of current knowledge, information and experience. This means that you need to conduct an experiment to verify your concept. We expect you to search worldwide for an existing way to achieve your outcome before you start your R&D activity.
Recruitment support to grow your workforce
Apply at any time.
Businesses with an ongoing vacancy. Funding and support varies.
Register as a research service provider for the R&D Tax Incentive
Being registered as an RSP can benefit your business by attracting work from companies seeking to outsource their eligible R&D activities under the R&DTI.
Before you apply to register as an RSP you should check that you meet the criteria set out in section 3.01 of the Industry Research and Development Regulations 2022 (Industry R&D regulations). Eligibility requirements depend on the type of entity you are. The criteria for all RSPs includes having: the capability to provide or manage subcontracted R&D services in one or more specific research fields fees or charges ba…
Reimbursements for bobby calf tags for TAS producers
Reimbursement of $4.50 per bobby calf processed at TQM.
TAS producers of bobby calves. Reimbursement of $4.50 per bobby calf processed at TQM.
Relief from energy charges for drought-declared farms
Applications may be made at any time.
Drought-declared Queensland farming businesses. Relief from energy charges.
Request an extension or variation on your R&D Tax Incentive application
The statutory deadline to register your eligible R&D activities for the R&DTI is 10 months after the end of your company’s income year in which the activities took place.
Research and Development Tax Incentive
As part of the Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook 2024-25, the Government has announced an amendment to the Research and Development Tax Incentive (R&DTI) program to exclude activities related to gambling and tobacco for income years starting on or after 1 July 2025.
Research and support for SA medical device sector
Applications may be made at any time.
SA medical research and manufacturing businesses. Up to 250 hours of research and support.
Research Commercialisation Entities and Eligible Partner Entities
If you are a researcher and want to apply for an Accelerating Commercialisation Grant without forming a company, you can apply through:
Research infrastructure for clinical trials of mRNA-based vaccines and/or therapeutics
This program is expected to be open for applications in March 2022.
An eligible organisation who applied to the Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources (DISER) and Department of Health’s 'Approach To Market: Enabling Australia’s onshore mRNA manufacturing capability' program and who can partner with least one state government partner organisation contributing to the research. A fixed grant amount of $5 million over 3 years from 2022-23 to develop our onshore mRNA vaccine manufacturing capability.
Resources for supported CRC Projects
You can manage your grant in a secure online environment through the business.gov.au portal.
Right Click Capital and Myriota – putting satellite connectivity in reach
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Right Click Capital – investing in businesses that have the potential to change the game
Right Click Capital partners (left to right): Benjamin Chong, Garry Visontay and Ari Klinger.
SAFE Notes
A Simple Agreement for Future Equity, or "SAFE" is a relatively new form of financial instrument. The seed funding platform "Y-Combinator" claims to have developed it in 2014 as a simple replacement for convertible notes and it has since been copied widely. It is variously defined in different sources, but is commonly held to have the following features:
Saving Koalas Fund - Community Grants: Round 2
The program will provide grants of up to $200,000 for small-scale community projects and local activities that support the recovery and protection of the listed koala.
Companies, not-for-profits and other organisations that support koala conservation and meet the eligibility criteria. The program will provide grants of up to $200,000 for small-scale community projects and local activities that support the recovery and protection of the listed koala.
Scholarships for SA female business owners
50% subsidised scholarship to a business advisory program.
SA female business owners. 50% subsidised scholarship to a business advisory program.
Sector guides for R&D Tax Incentive applicants
We recommend reading our Guide to Interpretation first, which is applicable to all R&DTI applicants, before reading sector-specific guidance.
Separtis – Recycling innovation evolves from plastics to e-waste challenges
Recycling co-mingled plastics, reclaiming metals from e-waste and removing microplastics from water sources are just three of the potential applications for a recycling technology being commercialised by Orange-based start-up Separtis.
Sheep CRC – transforming the sheep industry
The Sheep CRC supports researchers and businesses to collaborate to solve problems and deliver real-world industry outcomes.
Short-term allowance for people affected by a major disaster
Check the Services Australia website for application deadlines.
Individuals affected by a declared major disaster. Payments vary.
Simplified trading stock rules for small businesses
The option of using simplified trading stock rules at stocktake time.
Small businesses. The option of using simplified trading stock rules at stocktake time.
Small business training for people interested in self-employment
Apply at any time.
Individuals who are interested in starting a business or who need help to refocus an existing small business. Various self-employment services, including advice, coaching and training.
Software development sector guide for the R&D Tax Incentive
This guide was updated in May 2024 with minor changes that clarify when software activities excluded as core R&D activities might be eligible as supporting R&D activities.
Space Concession approvals
The Roo-ver Mission is a Space Project undertaken by EPE Oceania with $42 million funding from the Australian Space Agency’s Moon to Mars Program. Through the ELO2 Consortium, the project will design, build, test and operate Roo-ver – Australia’s first lunar rover – on the Moon’s south pole later this decade. This will be the first Australian-led space mission to another celestial body.
Spinifex Pharmaceuticals - most successful venture capital exit in Australian history
Microscopic image of brain
Sponsorship for activities that enable the innovation ecosystem to connect, learn and develop
Closing date: Tuesday 10 March 2026 Tue 10 Mar 2026
NSW organisations. Funding of between $10,000 and $40,000.
Sponsorship for events that support the promotion of trade and investment in WA
Apply at any time.
Events that support the promotion and trade and investment in WA.   Funding of up to $10,000.
Sponsorship for heritage event and activity organisers
Funding and sponsorship.
Heritage organisations. Funding and sponsorship.
Sponsorship for waste recovery innovation projects in TAS
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Tasmanian waste management organisations. Sponsorship of up to $10,000.
Stamp duty waivers on eligible electric vehicles purchased in NSW
The stamp duty exemption ended on 31 December 2023. Vehicles purchased, or where a deposit was paid, that were not delivered by 31 December 2023 are still eligible for the exemption.
NSW individuals, organisations and businesses. Stamp duty waived on electric vehicle purchases.
Strengthen your business after the bushfires and floods
The Strengthening Business program closed for applications on Friday 31 March 2023 5:00pm (AEDT).
You can apply if your business meets the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria are a set of rules that describe who we can consider for this opportunity. You can apply if you: have a current Australian business number (ABN) are not a trust. Trustees may apply on behalf of trusts where the trustee is a legal business entity, and must be an incorporated entity. An individual is not able to apply on behalf of a… You’ll be paired with an independent facilitator. Your facilitator will recommend ways to strengthen your business systems, operations and strategies. The facilitator will help you get back on your feet and identify opportunities to improve your business. They'll provide a roadmap with their recommendations.
Subsidies for air operators providing services to regional and remote locations
Apply at any time.
Air operators providing services to regional and remote locations. Subsidy amounts vary.  
Subsidies for disaster affected primary producers to move materials
Applications may be made at any time.
Queensland primary producers located in a disaster declared area. Freight subsidies of up to $5000 per disaster event.
Subsidies for Skills Tasmania endorsed registered training organisations (RTOs)
Subsidies vary.
Skills Tasmania endorsed RTOs. Subsidies vary.
Subsidies for WA construction businesses to retain a skilled workforce
Apply at any time.
WA construction businesses. Funding of up to $10,000.
Subsidised sustainability benchmarking for QLD manufacturing businesses
Apply at any time.
QLD manufacturing businesses. Access to subsidised benchmarking.
Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses in QLD
Closing date: Thursday 4 February 2027 Thu 4 Feb 2027
QLD Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander innovative businesses. Funding and advisory services.
Support for businesses affected by the summer 2026 Victorian bushfires
Closing date: Saturday 31 October 2026 Sat 31 Oct 2026
Small businesses affected by the summer 2026 Victorian bushfires. Expert advice and support from a specialist financial counsellor.
Support for commercial horticulture businesses in the Gnangara groundwater allocation plan area
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
Commercial horticulture businesses in the Gnangara groundwater allocation plan area. Vouchers up to $5,000.
Support for employers to build a diverse and inclusive workforce
Apply at any time.
QLD businesses. Advice and training for attracting and retaining talent.
Support for employers who hire an eligible unemployed Queenslander
Funding varies.
Queensland businesses. Funding varies.
Support for farmers experiencing financial hardship
Apply at any time.
Farmers experiencing financial hardship. Various financial support programs and services are available.
Support for high-growth businesses to strengthen capability and scale
9-month structured support program.
Established SA small and medium businesses. 9-month structured support program.
Support for innovative businesses and enterprises
Tailored business support.
Innovative QLD businesses. Tailored business support.
Support for innovative SMEs to commercialise and grow their business
The program provides an Advisory Service for startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) undertaking innovative commercialisation and/or growth projects that are within the priority areas of the Australian Government’s National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) and help build Australia’s manufacturing capability for the future.
SMEs who have an innovative commercialisation and/or growth project that will help build manufacturing capability in one or more of the government's priority areas for the NRF: value-add in resources value-add in agriculture, forestry and fisheries transport medical science renewables and low emissions technologies defence capability enabling capabilities. Minor changes or improvements to existing products or service… Eligible businesses will be connected with an Industry Growth Program Adviser. The Adviser will provide specialised advice to support your commercialisation and growth opportunities and priorities. Once you have received this advice, you may choose to apply for: grants of $50,000 to $250,000 to support early-stage comm…
Support for new pipeline of apartment development in key urban precincts and worker accommodation in regional areas
Applications for Stream 3 are closed. Applications for Stream 1 and 2 are open until 31 December 2025, unless the funding allocation is exhausted earlier.
Developers/landowners and local government. Funding varies.
Support for NSW experienced and high growth exporters
Check the Going Global Trade Missions page for key dates.
NSW high growth exporters. Support to participate in global trade shows or conferences.
Support for people from diverse cultural backgrounds to start or grow a business
Apply at any time.
Business intenders in TAS. Support to help you start a business.
Support for priority industry sectors
Direct funding for the Industry Growth Centres ended on 30 June 2022. Some of the Industry Growth Centres have concluded their contracts with the Commonwealth and others are in the process of transitioning to self-sufficient entities ahead of the 30 June 2024 program end date.
Australian Business owners and researchers within 6 priority sectors. Support for your business or research collaboration.
Support for QLD scalable Indigenous native food businesses
Apply at any time.
Queensland Indigenous businesses. Support and collaboration from food experts.
Support for SA export businesses impacted by tariffs and global trade disruptions
Applications can be submitted at any time, until all funding has been allocated.
SA export businesses impacted by tariffs and global trade disruptions. Funding of up to $50,000.
Support for SA women business owners
Closing date: Tuesday 30 June 2026 Tue 30 Jun 2026
SA business women. Mentoring and business advice.
Support for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) undertaking research and development
Upcoming courses and intake time-frames will vary depending on the target industry.
Australian small-to-medium businesses. Research and development support.
Support for sustainable and climate friendly events in the ACT
Apply at any time.
ACT public events. Advice and free equipment.
Support for Tasmanian start-up social enterprises and impact-driven businesses
Apply at any time.
Tasmanian start-ups. Access to workshops, mentoring, online learning and professional workspaces.
Support for Victorian gas appliance manufacturers and their supply chains to diversify and plan for the future
Closing date: Tuesday 31 March 2026 Tue 31 Mar 2026
Victorian gas appliance manufacturers and their supply chains. Business transition support.
Support to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities for SA small and family businesses
Apply at any time.
SA small and family businesses. Practical, cost-effective, tailored support to adopt AI into business operations.
Support your community with local crime prevention activities
Up to $2 million to deliver local crime prevention activities
A state or territory peak Police Citizens’ Youth Club, state or territory peak Bluelight organisation or Youth Off the Streets Limited. Up to $2 million to deliver local crime prevention activities
Support your community with local crime prevention activities
If you are a new applicant or existing grantee and have been impacted by COVID-19 or a natural disaster, please contact your Customer Service Manager or one of the agents at our Contact Centre to discuss your circumstances and how we can assist you.
A state or territory peak Police Citizens’ Youth Club, state or territory peak Bluelight organisation or Youth Off the Streets Limited. Up to $3 million to deliver local crime prevention activities.
Support your community with local crime prevention activities
In recognition of the high numbers of quality applications received, a further additional $50 million in funding was announced through the 2022-23 Budget. The allocation of additional funding does not affect the scope, eligibility or merit criteria for applications that were submitted by the closing date of 5 August 2021 under this grant opportunity.
To be eligible you must: have an Australian business number (ABN) not be currently funded for an Early Intervention project under Round 5 of the Safer Communities Fund and be one of the following entities: an incorporated association an incorporated not-for-profit organisation. Joint applications are acceptable, provided you have a lead applicant who is the legal entity responsible for the project and is eligible to … Grants from $200,000 to $1.5 million
Supporting Indigenous-led medical research through culturally safe care for mothers and their babies
Between $2 million to $5 million for research projects.
What are the eligibility criteria? Eligible entities To be eligible you must: have an Australian business number (ABN) be incorporated in Australia. You must also be in accordance with s24 of the MRFF Act 2015, and be one of the following entities: a medical research institute a university a corporate Commonwealth entity a corporation (including businesses and not for profits). Eligible expenditure When applying, the… Between $2 million to $5 million for research projects.
Supporting NSW businesses to build their net zero workforce
Check the website for current available placements.
NSW-based businesses with net zero-focused projects. Access to a high-quality pool of tertiary student interns.
Sustainability support for SA small businesses
Apply at any time.
SA small businesses. Advice and support to improve your business sustainability.
SwarmFarm - revolutionising food production
With capital registered under the Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Parternships program, SwarmFarm Robotics is pioneering the use of integrated autonomous vehicles on farms.
Tailored business support for high-growth QLD businesses
Tailored business support.
QLD businesses that have a market-ready product, service or process. Tailored business support.
Tailored support for SA small businesses
Apply at any time.
SA small businesses. Tailored support and advice.
Tax benefits and support to stimulate Australia's venture capital sector
Partnership registration to get tax benefits for both fund managers and eligible foreign investors.
Fund managers of a new partnership seeking to raise investment of over $10 million. Partnership registration to get tax benefits for both fund managers and eligible foreign investors.
Tax benefits and support to stimulate the early stage venture capital sector
You can apply at any time using the online application form.
Fund managers seeking to raise venture capital funds of between $10 million and $200 million. Partnership registration to get tax benefits for both fund managers and investors.
Tax deduction on expenditure to improve energy efficiency
A maximum bonus tax deduction of $20,000.
Small businesses. A maximum bonus tax deduction of $20,000.
Tax deductions for employees to buy, rent and maintain their non-compulsory uniform
If your business has a non-compulsory uniform, you must register it before your employees can claim tax deductions for the costs of the uniform. You may also be eligible for a reduction in fringe benefits tax (FBT) if you provide the uniform to your employees for free or at a reduced cost.
Employers who have an eligible non-compulsory uniform available for their employees to wear. Registering a uniform will allow your employees to claim tax deductions for the costs of the uniform, its laundry, dry-cleaning and repair.
Tax deductions for primary producer deposits
Farm management deposits may be made at any time.
Primary producers. Tax deductions on farm management deposits.
Tax deductions for primary producers
Tax deductions for certain depreciating assets used in primary production.
Primary producers. Tax deductions for certain depreciating assets used in primary production.
Tax deductions for small businesses to digitise their operations
Apply at any time.
Small businesses. Tax deductions.
Tax incentives to encourage investment in a portfolio of registered venture capital partnerships
You can apply at any time using the online application form.
Fund managers of a new partnership seeking to invest in a portfolio of ESVCLPs and VCLPs. Partnership registration to get tax incentives and other benefits for both fund managers and investors, for investment in a portfolio of registered venture capital partnerships.
Tax offset for unincorporated small businesses
Tax offsets of up to $1000 per year.
Unincorporated small businesses. Tax offsets of up to $1000 per year.
Tax rebates for NSW employers
Applications may be made at any time.
NSW businesses. Payroll tax rebate.
Tax relief measures for eligible New South Wales businesses impacted by COVID-19
Tax relief measures.  
New South Wales businesses. Tax relief measures.  
Taxonomy research funding to support Australia's biodiversity conservation
Grant amounts vary. The maximum grant amount per research stream:
Australian institutions who are hosting a Principal Investigator including Early Career and Postdoctoral researcher, or a PhD, Masters or Honours scholarships student. There is also a stream for individuals affiliated with an appropriate institution applying for a Non-Salaried Researcher Grant. Grant amounts vary. The maximum grant amount per research stream: $300,000 for Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant $270,000 for Research Grant $20,000 for PhD Scholarship Support Grant and Early Career Research Grant $10,000 for Honours, Masters Scholarships and Non-salaried Researcher Grants.
Tekuma
Tekuma’s Boosting Female Founders Initiative grant helped CEO and Founder, Annette McClelland, expand her business through local tooling and manufacturing.
Temporary financial relief for critical mineral projects in NSW
Closing date: Sunday 30 June 2030 Sun 30 Jun 2030
Holders of mining leases in NSW. Deferral of royalty payments.
Transport subsidies for disaster affected NSW primary producers
Applications may be made after the declaration of an eligible disaster.
NSW primary producers affected by a declared disaster. Subsidies of up to $15,000 per financial year.
Transport-related assistance for drought affected Queensland primary producers
Support will be available for current drought-declared areas in Queensland. 
Queensland primary producers. Various support measures.
Travel allowance for rural and regional South Australian businesses hiring and training apprentices
Apply at any time.
SA rural and regional businesses. Allowance amounts vary.
Travel and accommodation contributions for TAS apprentices and trainees
Apply at any time.
Tasmanian apprentices and trainees. Payment amounts vary.
Turning research evidence into clinical practice and better quality of care for patients
A grant of between $250,000 to $5 million to cover up to 100% of eligible project costs.
Eligible organisations that can support large-scale interdisciplinary research programs to improve health benefits for Australians. A grant of between $250,000 to $5 million to cover up to 100% of eligible project costs.
Turning research findings and evidence-based practice into health benefits
Up to $5 million to accelerate your research project under Streams 1 and 2 and up to $500,000 for a targeted research project under Stream 3.
Eligible organisations such as universities, medical research organisations, corporations and corporate Commonwealth entities that can translate medical research into health benefits and can put health care solutions into practice. Up to $5 million to accelerate your research project under Streams 1 and 2 and up to $500,000 for a targeted research project under Stream 3.
Turning research findings into health benefits that help patients, by connecting expert groups in health and medical research
Up to $10 million for research projects that translate medical research into health care interventions to improve health care applications. 
What are the eligibility criteria? To be eligible you must: have an Australian Business Number (ABN) be incorporated in Australia and in accordance with s20 and s24 of the MRFF Act 2015, be one of the following entities: a medical research institute a university a corporate Commonwealth entity a corporation (including businesses and not for profits). Joint applications are encouraged, provided you have a lead organis… Up to $10 million for research projects that translate medical research into health care interventions to improve health care applications. 
Unlocking Billions: Transforming Australia's Mine Closures into Opportunities
Up to 240 Australian mines are expected to close by 2040. The Cooperative Research Centre for Transformations in Mining Economies (CRC TiME) estimates Australia will spend $4 to $8 billion on mine rehabilitation and closures each year. Delivering equipment, technology and services to support the environmental, social and economic outcomes of these mine closures could provide significant opportunities for regional, First Nations and other Australian businesses.
Update your security infrastructure to protect your community
Up to $1 million to prevent local crime
Incorporated not-for-profit organisations or Local government agencies or bodies. Up to $1 million to prevent local crime
Update your security infrastructure to protect your community
If you are a new applicant or existing grantee and have been impacted by COVID-19 or a natural disaster, please contact your Customer Service Manager or one of the agents at our Contact Centre to discuss your circumstances and how we can assist you.
An incorporated not for profit organisation or an Australian local government agency. Or body as defined in appendix A of the grant opportunity guidelines or an Australian State/Territory Government education agency or body. Or a registered school or pre-school that is a legal entity (with its own unique ABN) and that can enter into a grant agreement in its own right. Or a legal entity applying on behalf of a registe… Grants from $10,000 to $1 million.
Update your security infrastructure to protect your community
Please note that due to current COVID-19 restrictions in place across Australia, the closing date of this grant opportunity has been extended.
What are the eligibility criteria? To be eligible you must: have an Australian business number (ABN) have not previously received a Safer Communities Fund Infrastructure or a Safer Communities Fund Northern Territory Infrastructure grant in earlier rounds, unless: you are a school or pre-school applying for funding for security guards only, or you are applying for infrastructure at a different project location/campus… Grants from $10,000 to $500,000.
Update your security infrastructure to protect your community in the Northern Territory
If you are a new applicant or existing grantee and have been impacted by COVID-19 or a natural disaster, please contact your Customer Service Manager or one of the agents at our Contact Centre to discuss your circumstances and how we can assist you.
An incorporated not for profit organisation an Australian local government agency or body as defined in appendix A of the Grant opportunity guidelines.   Grants from $10,000 to $1 million.
Vaxxas – needle-free vaccines
Company: Vaxxas Pty Ltd
Venture capital
Learn about the tax benefits available for fund managers and investors.
Venture Capital Limited Partnerships (VCLP) customer stories
Venture capital newsletter
Vouchers for East Gippsland Shire businesses to access professional services
Apply at any time.
Businesses in the East Gippsland Shire. Free vouchers to access professional services.
Vouchers for WA Aboriginal-owned businesses
Vouchers to fund services and activities up to $10,000.
WA Aboriginal-owned businesses. Vouchers to fund services and activities up to $10,000.
Wage subsidies for QLD small and family construction businesses
Registrations for the wage subsidy will be open until the first 2,000 eligible apprentices are registered.
QLD small and family construction businesses. Wage subsidy payments.
Wellness coaches for QLD small businesses
Apply at any time.
Queensland small businesses. Wellness coaching.
Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship Round 4 grant recipients
Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship rounds 1-3 grant recipients
Worker retention payments for early child education and care providers
Closing date: Wednesday 30 September 2026 Wed 30 Sep 2026
Early child education and care providers. Worker retention payments.
Workers for rural and regional Australian businesses
Apply at any time.
Regional and rural businesses. Access to a reliable workforce.
Workshops, one-on-one coaching and advice for QLD Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs and business owners
Apply at any time.
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Business Grants, Tax Incentives & Funding in Australia FAQ's

1. What kinds of government grants and tax incentives are available for small and medium-sized businesses in Australia?+
There are a number of Australian federal and state programs for SMEs, covering areas such as export market development (for example the Export Market Development Grant), research & development tax incentives (R&D Tax Incentive), and grants or co-funding for innovation, digital, or market-entry activities. You can explore these using the Business.gov.au “Grants and Programs Finder.”
2. Am I eligible for these grants if I’m just starting up a business in Australia?+
Eligibility varies depending on the grant. Some require you to already be trading or have a certain turnover. While few grants directly fund “starting a business,” start-ups may still access R&D tax offsets or Minimum Viable Product (MVP) development grants. Always review each program’s eligibility criteria before applying.
3. What is the difference between a grant and a tax incentive (such as for R&D)?+
A grant is direct funding or reimbursement provided by government for specific purposes, while a tax incentive offers tax reductions or refunds for eligible activities. For instance, the R&D Tax Incentive provides refundable or non-refundable offsets for qualifying research and development expenditure.
4. How do I find which grant programs I might be eligible for?+
You can use the Business.gov.au “Grants and Programs Finder” to filter by your industry, business stage, and needs. State and territory governments also offer local programs through small business development offices and innovation hubs.
5. What documentation and evidence are needed for grant or tax incentive applications?+
Common requirements include your ABN, financial statements or BAS, project outlines, supplier quotes, proof of trading, and for R&D, records of eligible activities. Keeping detailed documentation ensures smoother processing and audit compliance.
6. Are government grants or tax incentives taxable income?+
Yes. Most government grants are considered assessable income for tax purposes. R&D Tax Incentives interact with your company tax return and can reduce tax payable or provide a refundable offset. Always seek professional tax advice before lodging.
7. How competitive is the grant process and why do applications get rejected?+
Grant programs are often competitive, with limited funding. Common rejection reasons include ineligibility, insufficient evidence, unclear project outcomes, or misalignment with program objectives. Reading guidelines carefully and providing detailed, outcome-driven responses improves your chances.
8. Can I use grant funding for MVP development, export market entry, or to attract early-stage investors?+
Yes. Specific programs support MVP creation (e.g., state innovation grants), export growth (e.g., Export Market Development Grant), and investor incentives (e.g., Early Stage Innovation Company tax incentives). Always confirm that your project purpose aligns with the grant’s funding objectives.
9. What happens after I apply for a government grant or incentive?+
After submission, you’ll usually receive confirmation via an online portal or email. Applications move through review and assessment stages. If successful, you’ll receive a funding agreement outlining payment terms and reporting obligations. If unsuccessful, you can often reapply in future rounds.
10. What obligations do businesses have after receiving a grant or tax incentive?+
Recipients must use funds only for approved purposes, meet reporting and milestone requirements, retain financial evidence, and acknowledge funding as required. Misuse or non-compliance can result in repayment. Keeping transparent records ensures future eligibility.

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