June is the last month of the financial year, and a few key government grants in Victoria across several industry sectors will be closing applications on June 30th. If you have been considering applying for any of the below government grants that are closing at the end of this month, get in contact with our team asap and we can help you to assess your eligibility.
Victoria also has a number of ongoing grant programs, which will continue into the new financial year, particularly in the defence and arts space.
Read below for our Top 5 Government Grants round-up of government grants for Victorian businesses in June 2025.
TOP 5 GOVERNMENT GRANTS IN VICTORIA (JUNE 2025)
Arts and Culture
- Victorian Production Fund (VPF) – Games VPF promotes the creation and distribution of digital games by Victorian enterprises and producers, with grants capped at up to $300K per stage or $500K per project. | On an ongoing
Agriculture & Viticulture
- VIC Distillery Support – Hazardous Areas and Dangerous Goods Rebate The $20M Distillery Door Program aims to enhance skills, boost tourism, improve infrastructure and safety, and strengthen export growth, employment, and economic prosperity across Victoria. The program offers a rebate of up to 70% or 80% of eligible expenditure, capped at $50K, for safety-enhancing equipment and infrastructure in distilleries. | Applications are open until 30 June 2025.
- VIC AgTech Grant Program The program targets early-stage AgTech startups throughout Victoria, offering up to $50K in funding and providing founders with access to company development resources and advice as they establish their enterprises, create jobs, and contribute to Victoria’s economic growth. | Applications are open until 30 June 2025 or until funding is fully allocated.
Defence
- Victorian Land Systems Fund – Supply Chain Uplift Program (SCUP) The SCUP backs Victorian defence industry businesses in collaboration with Hanwha Defence Australia, part of its supply chain, providing grants from $2K to $100K. | On an ongoing
Forestry
- VIC Timber Innovation Grants Program – Round 3 Round 3 of the Timber Innovation Grant Program supports Victorian native timber businesses impacted by the end of commercial native timber harvesting in state forests. The program helps affected businesses explore, invest in, and implement new commercial prospects. | Applications are open until 30 June 2025 or until funds are fully allocated.