Available Grants

This program co-funds energy efficiency and electrification upgrades for local governments to deliver reduced energy bills and emissions from local government owned and/or operated facilities.

Grants are available for dedicated live music venues in New South Wales to support venue upgrades that enhance audience and visitor experience. Funding can support the purchase of equipment and a range of infrastructure development works.

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $46.3 million in funding for Round 2 of the Community Batteries Funding Program. This program aims to deploy community batteries across Australia to lower energy bills, cut emissions and reduce pressure on the electricity grid.

Through the First Peoples Tourism Industry Strengthening Program, Victoria’s 12 Registered Aboriginal Parties (RAPs) can apply for up to $300,000 each. The funding will support Victoria's Registered Aboriginal Parties (RAPs) to enhance their capability and capacity to engage in tourism-related economic development activities, enabling a strategic First Peoples-led approach to identifying and implementing priority tourism initiatives.

The Distillery Support Business Growth Fit-for-Purpose grants provide direct funding for tailored projects designed to help Victorian distillers take the next step in the development of their business. The grants are part of the $20 million Distillery Door Program, which will focus on developing skills, increasing tourism opportunities, expanding businesses through infrastructure investment and develop and grow exports, supporting employment and economic opportunities across Victoria.

The Festival's Australia program aims to support arts and culture activities at festivals and community events in regional and remote Australia. It is a part of the Australian Government's Arts and Cultural Development Program to support participation in, and access to, Australia's arts and culture. Each funding round allocates approximately $700,000 with the average grant recipient receiving $40,000.

The Defence Industry Tender Support Program supports Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturers and technology enterprises in securing specialist bid and tender writing consultants for defence tenders. As part of the Tasmanian Government’s Tasmanian Defence Industry Strategy 2029, the program offers $100,000 in funding for 2025 and another $100,000 in 2026. It provides up to 50% co-funding for businesses engaging external consultancy services to develop submissions for defence procurement opportunities.

With a $20M funding pool, this initiative aims to support eligible businesses with high growth potential across advanced manufacturing, health and medical sectors, circular economy, digital technology, and agribusiness. By collaborating with commercial lenders, the fund will facilitate the establishment of loan facilities to empower innovative Victorian start-ups and scale-ups.

The Regional Economic Development and Community Investment Program (REDCIP) provides support for economic growth and community well-being in regional areas. Funding will support the creation of jobs, stimulate investment, and enhance community infrastructure, aiming to strengthen regional economies and improve the quality of life for residents.