Grants by state
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Search current federal, state and territory funding in one place, for businesses, not-for-profits, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and social enterprises. Filter by where you operate and who you are, then talk to our grants team about which programs fit.
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Federal
Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnership (ESVCLP)
Who can applyVenture capital fund managers and investors looking to invest in early-stage Australian businesses.
FundingTax concessions for registered early-stage venture capital limited partnerships, not a cash grant. Committed fund capital must be between $10 million and $200 million. Eligible investors may receive tax exemptions on investment income and gains, and eligible limited partners may receive a non-refundable tax offset.
Ongoing. Applications for registration can be submitted at any time.
Social Enterprise Development Initiative (SEDI) First Nations Grant
Who can applyIndigenous-owned or controlled organisations operating a commercial or trading business model with a measurable social impact. Annual revenue must be over $50K and trading revenue over $35K.
FundingUp to $120,000 for business and impact capability building services, plus internal costs up to 20 percent. $2.5 million total funding pool. Grant amount cannot exceed annual turnover. No matched funding requirement.
Assessed on a rolling basis until early 2027.
Our Country Our Future (ILSC)
Who can applyAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups. Acquisition projects require an incorporated, Indigenous-controlled entity; management projects require eligible land or water-right holders.
FundingDirect funding and support to acquire, manage or develop land or water-related interests, including planning, infrastructure, on-Country management and culture activities. No grant request cap. Co-investment considered.
Ongoing
Balnaves Foundation Grants
Who can applyEligible Australian DGR-1 charities working in education, medicine or the arts supporting youth, disadvantaged or Indigenous communities.
FundingMulti-year funding of $150K–$250K a year for innovative, high-impact projects. No co-contribution specified.
Ongoing
Social Enterprise Development Initiative Grants (SEDI)
Who can applyAustralian social enterprises and trading Indigenous owned or controlled organisations with direct social benefit, trading revenue over $50,000 and beneficiaries primarily in Australia.
FundingUp to $120,000 for business and impact capability building services, plus internal costs up to 20 percent. Grant amount cannot exceed annual turnover. No matched funding requirement.
Ongoing
FRRR Strengthening Rural Communities – Round 31
Who can applyAustralian not-for-profits with an ABN or incorporation, or community groups with an eligible auspice, delivering projects in remote, rural or regional communities.
FundingSmall & Vital: up to $10,000, or up to $50,000 for targeted larger leverage projects. Prepare & Recover: up to $25,000. One application per organisation per round.
Closes 3 December 2026
Feedlot Research for Accelerated Adoption (RAAD) Program
Who can applyAustralian feedlot operators participating in structured commercial research trials.
FundingSupports research and data collection costs for feedlot trials. No funding limit per applicant. 50% co-contribution required. Does not fund capital costs.
Ongoing, by priority area. Priority 1 (Shade and Shelter) has closed. Priority 2 (Animal Production) is next to open.
Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grant Round 8
Who can applyWine and cider producers with active ABN, GST registration, eligible cellar door operations and minimum qualifying sales.
FundingUp to $100,000. Supports eligible cellar door sales by wine and cider producers. No matched funding requirement specified.
Closes 23 October 2026
Digital Games Tax Offset (DGTO)
Who can applyAustralian resident companies, or foreign resident companies with an Australian permanent establishment, holding an ABN and the required Digital Games Tax Offset certificate. Sole traders, partnerships and trusts are ineligible.
FundingRefundable tax offset for games development. 30% refundable tax offset, capped at $20M annually. Minimum $500,000 in qualifying Australian development expenditure per income year required.
Ongoing
Music Australia Export Development Fund – International Performance and Touring Activity
Who can applyAustralian contemporary music artists, groups and music businesses.
Funding$5,000–$75,000 matched funding for international touring and showcase activity.
Last round closed 13 October 2026. Next round opening soon, for activity starting 1 April – 30 June 2027.
Defence Industry Development Grants Program – Skilling Stream
Who can applySME or DIA, minimum $10K project expenditure.
FundingFunding for training and upskilling for personnel to gain qualifications and experience that aligns with Defence requirements. $5K–$250K matched funding.
Temporarily closing in October 2026 while the program is updated. New guidelines expected by 3 November 2026, when all streams reopen.
Defence Industry Development Grants – Export Stream
Who can applySMEs in defence industry, minimum $30K project expenditure.
FundingGrants of $15,000 to $250,000, covering up to 50% of eligible project expenditure, for activities that overcome defence export barriers. Product development, prototyping and research and development are ineligible.
Current batch closes 31 October 2026. Updated guidelines expected by 3 November 2026.
Defence Industry Development Grants Program – Security Stream
Who can applySMEs with $20K minimum project expenditure.
FundingSecurity upgrades for defence industry facilities. $10K–$100K matched funding.
Current batch closes 31 October 2026. Updated guidelines expected by 3 November 2026.
Defence Industry Development Grants Program – Sovereign Industrial Priorities Stream
Who can applySMEs that develop programs critical to the defence supply chain, minimum $100K project expenditure.
FundingInvestment in equipment and manufacturing plants. $50K–$1M, 50% co-contribution required.
Temporarily closed while the program is updated. New guidelines expected by 3 November 2026, when all streams reopen.
Powering Australia – Battery Workforce Skills and Training (BWST) Grants Program
Who can applyAustralian businesses and organisations in the battery value chain.
FundingUp to $30,000 (ex GST) for workforce training; up to $50,000 for training materials.
Batch date lapsed. Program runs quarterly rounds through to end of 2027.
Community Child Care Fund (CCF) Special Circumstances Grant
Who can applyApproved child care providers in disadvantaged, vulnerable or limited-supply areas affected by unforeseen events.
FundingShort-term supplementary funding for continuity of child care operations. Assessed case by case; no maximum grant.
Ongoing
Export Market Development Grant (EMDG)
Who can applyAustralian SME manufacturers and service providers planning to export goods and services globally.
FundingCovers 50% of eligible marketing costs into international markets, potential to receive up to $770K over eight years.
Round 4 is closed. No rounds currently open. Austrade has not announced Round 5 timing.
Export Finance Australia Small Business Export Loan
Who can applySME exporting businesses.
FundingLoans from $20K–$350K to cover 80% of expenses to secure an export contract or international purchase order.
Ongoing
Narrative Content Short Film Production
Who can applyAustralian companies, citizens, permanent residents and eligible creative teams producing narrative short films.
FundingFunds production of live action, animated and hybrid narrative short films. $50,000 to $125,000 available. No mandatory co-contribution specified.
Closes 18 March 2027
Screen Australia Games Production Fund
Who can applyAustralian incorporated game studios with a playable prototype and a game budget under $500,000.
FundingUp to $100,000 to reach a release, demo or vertical slice milestone.
Closes 25 February 2027
Screen Australia – Global Fellowships
Who can applyEstablished Australian producers, directors, writers and screen development executives.
Funding$80,000–$100,000 for international placements, mentoring and professional development opportunities.
Closes 11 February 2027
First Nations Features Development Grant
Who can applyAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander filmmakers, producers, writers or writer/directors.
FundingUp to $30K, or up to $45K if a producer is attached, to develop an idea into a feature.
Ongoing, assessed every six weeks.
First Nations TV Drama Development
Who can applyAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander producers, writers or writer/directors.
FundingUp to $30K for one-offs, up to $45K with a producer attached and up to $65K for a series, to develop TV drama including telemovies and series.
Ongoing, assessed every six weeks.
First Nations TV Documentary Development
Who can applyAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander key creatives (writer, producer or director).
FundingUp to $30K for feature and series documentaries, up to $20K for one-hour TV documentaries and online series.
Ongoing, assessed every six weeks.
First Nations Features Production
Who can applyFirst Nations directors and writers, experienced producers and key First Nations creatives.
FundingInvestment in low-budget feature films. No set maximum grant per applicant.
Ongoing, assessed every eight weeks.
First Nations TV Drama Production
Who can applyFirst Nations writers, directors and co-directors, and experienced producers. By invitation only.
FundingProduction and post-production funding for drama television by First Nations Australians. No maximum grant amount.
Ongoing, assessed every eight weeks.
First Nations Documentary Production Grant
Who can applyDocumentary projects by First Nations Australians. By invitation only.
FundingFunding to complete a documentary project. No maximum grant; post-production funding up to $100K considered.
Ongoing, assessed every eight weeks.
AFL Breaking New Ground Program
Who can applySchools, councils, developers, community clubs and leagues, umpiring organisations, other sports bodies, state agencies and landowners.
Funding$50K–$250K for planning, scoping and/or delivery of accessible football facilities, particularly for women and girls. Co-contribution not mandatory.
Ongoing
SME Industrial Decarbonisation Fund
Who can applyAustralian incorporated SME manufacturers with up to 200 employees, ABN, ACN, GST registration and eligible fossil fuel-powered processes.
FundingMatched co-investment of $200,000 to $500,000 for eligible decarbonisation projects, requiring at least 50 per cent cash contribution.
Closes 31 December 2027, or earlier if funds are exhausted.
AMCRC STARTER Project Funding Program
Who can applyAustralian-registered businesses and manufacturers, with priority for AMCRC partners and additive manufacturing supply chain projects.
FundingMatched funding from $20,000 to $75,000 for short-term additive manufacturing R&D projects. Dollar-for-dollar cash contribution required.
Ongoing
Powering the Regions Fund – Safeguard Transformation Stream Round 2
Who can applyTrade-exposed Safeguard facilities with ABN and cash co-contribution.
FundingGrants of $500,000 to $50 million for eligible emissions-reduction projects. Funding covers up to 50% of eligible project expenditure.
Batch 2: 6 May – 5 November 2026. Batch 3: 6 November 2026 – 6 May 2027.
Industry Growth Program
Who can applySMEs in National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) priority sectors.
FundingMatched $50K–$250K grants for early-stage commercialisation projects.
Paused to new applicants from 12 May 2026 pending redesign. No reopening date has been announced.
Industry Growth Program – Early-Stage Commercialisation
Who can applySMEs in National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) priority sectors.
FundingMatched $50K–$250K for feasibility study, proof-of-concept and prototyping stages.
Paused to new applicants from 12 May 2026 pending redesign. No reopening date has been announced.
Industry Growth Program – Commercialisation and Growth
Who can applySMEs in National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) priority sectors.
FundingMatched $100K–$5M funding to take projects from prototyping to market-readiness stage.
Paused to new applicants from 12 May 2026 pending redesign. No reopening date has been announced.
NCRIS Pipeline Accelerator Voucher Scheme 2026–27
Who can applyUniversities, research institutes, hospitals, spinouts and R&D Tax Incentive-eligible SMEs.
FundingUp to $50,000 (50% of costs) for therapeutic development at NCRIS facilities, plus up to $20,000 supplementary vouchers.
Closes 30 October 2026
Clinical Trials and Cohort Studies Grant 2026
Who can applyNHMRC Administering Institutions applying for eligible clinical trials and cohort studies.
FundingSupports clinical trials and cohort studies that improve health outcomes. $75 million pool. No matched funding specified.
Closes 4 November 2026
NHMRC Targeted Call for Research: Strengthening the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce Pipeline
Who can applyNHMRC Administering Institutions with an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Chief Investigator A.
Funding$5 million pool for 1–5 year research projects strengthening the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce.
Closes 4 November 2026
LGBTIQA+ Health Program – Round 2
Who can applyOrganisations with specialist expertise in LGBTIQA+ health and wellbeing. Stream eligibility is based on average annual revenue over the past three years.
FundingUp to $225,000 (Stream 1, average revenue of $2 million or less) or up to $550,000 (Stream 2, over $2 million) for projects of up to 17 months.
Closes 6 November 2026
Promoting Stillbirth Education and Awareness Activities
Who can applyUniversities, RTOs, ACCHSs, NACCHO, women’s health services, charities and not-for-profits, PHNs and Local Hospital Networks.
Funding$3.3 million total pool over two years, with no maximum grant amount, for stillbirth education and awareness activities.
Closes 2 November 2026
Infrastructure for Multicultural Communities Grant Program
Who can applyNot-for-profit organisations that support culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
FundingUp to $41.6 million in total. Stream 1 amenity projects $20,000–$100,000; Stream 2 $100,001–$500,000; Stream 3 larger infrastructure $500,001–$1.5 million.
Batch 2 closes 12 November 2026
Venture Capital Limited Partnerships (VCLP)
Who can applyFund managers attracting pooled capital to raise venture capital funds for investment in innovative Australian enterprises.
FundingTax benefits, benefiting both fund manager and eligible foreign investors.
Ongoing
CEWH Environmental Activities
Who can applyState/local governments, NFPs, First Nations groups, community groups and organisations, and other organisations involved in Murray–Darling Basin land management and protection.
FundingGrants for projects that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of delivering Commonwealth environmental water in the Murray–Darling Basin, including infrastructure upgrades, habitat restoration, research and projects incorporating Traditional Owner knowledge. No maximum grant funding request.
Open until 16 April 2027. Two-stage process: submit a proposal to the CEWH first, then apply via GrantConnect if invited.
ARENA Launchpad Program
Who can applyFor-profit early-stage Australian startups (TRL 3+), and accelerators, incubators and other ecosystem partners.
Funding$500,000–$1m per startup, or up to $5m over 4 years for ecosystem programs.
Startup round closes 28 October 2026
DRIVEN Charger Rebate Stream 2026 to 2029
Who can applyLicensed motor dealers, their service centres, and EV repairers in commercial premises.
FundingUp to $50,000 per site, including up to $21,000 for EV chargers and 80% of EV equipment costs.
Closes 30 April each financial year
Powering the Regions – Industrial Transformation Stream
Who can applyAustralian entities, state or territory owned corporations, local governments or councils, or organisations representing a council.
FundingSupports industrial decarbonisation projects. Minimum grant $500,000 with no maximum, covering up to 50% of eligible costs with a 1:1 co-contribution. $180 million allocated to Round 3.
Round 3 is open until all funding is allocated.
Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund
Who can applyAustralian businesses and research organisations.
FundingSupports innovation across Green Metals (up to $750 million), Renewable Energy Technology Manufacturing (initial tranche of up to $200 million) and Low Carbon Liquid Fuels (up to $250 million).
Open until funding is fully allocated.
R&D Tax Incentive
Who can applyAustralian-incorporated companies, or eligible foreign-resident companies, undertaking eligible registered research and development activities. Trusts are generally ineligible.
FundingTax offsets for eligible expenditure on registered R&D activities. The offset depends on aggregated turnover, the company tax rate and, for larger companies, R&D intensity.
Ongoing
CSIRO Kick-Start Program
Who can applySMEs and start-ups.
FundingAssistance accessing R&D expertise. $20,000–$60,000 dollar-matched per voucher, up to two vouchers.
Ongoing
Tour de Cure Annual Grants Round 2026–27
Who can applyAustralian cancer researchers, PhD scholars and eligible institutions.
FundingFunding for cancer research, PhD scholarships and brain cancer research initiatives.
EOI round has closed. Full applications (by invitation) close 24 October 2026.
Victoria
Victorian Trees on Farms Program – Round 1
Who can applyVictorian freehold landowners, or approved land managers, with an ABN or CAN.
FundingUp to $4,000/ha (max $80,000) for farm forestry or $2,000/ha (max $40,000) for environmental plantings.
Closes 1 November 2026
Victorian Production Fund (VPF) – Games
Who can applyVictorian digital game development companies and creators, with projects poised to advance to Pre-Production, Production or Post-Production stage. Min. 50% co-contribution required.
FundingRange of production stage expenses, grants capped at $300K per stage or $500K per project.
Ongoing
VFA Recreational Fishing Grants Program – Small & Intermediate Grants
Who can applyCommunity groups, committees of management and incorporated angling clubs and associations.
FundingUp to $5,000 (Small Grants) or $5,001 to $50,000 (Intermediate Grants) for projects that improve public recreational fishing in Victoria.
Ongoing. Small and Intermediate Grants are continually open.
Victorian Land Systems Fund – Supply Chain Uplift Program (SCUP)
Who can applyVictorian defence industry businesses collaborating with Hanwha Defence Australia. Registration on Hanwha's BenchOn supplier portal is required before applying.
FundingMatched grants of $2,000 to $100,000 (ex GST), with a dollar-for-dollar cash contribution. Supports accreditations, compliance, tenders, minor facility upgrades, product development, defence R&D and Hanwha-led trade missions. $100,000 cumulative limit per business.
Assessed on a rolling basis until 30 June 2027, or earlier if funding is exhausted.
Skills Solutions Partnerships – Round 4
Who can applyVictorian industry groups, businesses and TAFEs or dual sector universities forming a partnership.
FundingUp to $500,000 (matched) to co-design and pilot new training solutions in priority sectors.
Closes 27 November 2026
Return to Work Innovation Trials
Who can applyOrganisations registered for GST with an ABN leading a consortium. Excludes Victorian Government departments, Comcare-insured organisations, sole traders and WorkCover Agents.
FundingUp to $1.25 million per trial over two years to test and scale return to work innovations.
Closes 27 November 2026
Victorian Screen Incentive (VSI)
Who can applyCompanies with rights to produce or undertake post-production/VFX/animation/digital games work. Project must be fully financed, commercially viable, and meet minimum Victorian spend: $8M for physical production or $0.5M for post-production/VFX/animation/games.
FundingIncentive of up to 10% of Qualifying Victorian Expenditure. Expenditure incurred before the application date is ineligible.
Ongoing
VIC Animal Welfare Fund Grants Program – Round 14
Who can applyVictorian not-for-profit animal welfare organisations, shelters, foster care networks and community vet clinics. Registered vets can apply to set up new low-cost clinics.
FundingPet welfare: up to $20,000 (small) or $100,000 (large). Vet clinics: up to $50,000 for upgrades, or up to $200,000 for new low-cost clinics.
Closes 2 November 2026
Innovation Victoria – Grants for Scaling Accelerator Programs
Who can applyExperienced accelerator operators with a Victorian office, or committing to establish one.
FundingUp to $3m per new accelerator program for established innovation companies.
Closes 9 November 2026
VIC Regional Events Fund
Who can applyPrivate companies, councils, Visitor Economy Partnerships and not-for-profit organisations.
FundingStream 1: negotiated funding, by invitation. Stream 2: up to $500,000 for event growth and development. Stream 3: up to $50,000 for event capability, marketing and operations.
Stream 2: Round 9 runs 1 Feb – 30 Mar 2027; Round 10 runs 1 May – 30 Jun 2027. Stream 3: monthly rounds (excl. Dec and Jan) until 30 June 2027.
New South Wales
All-Ages Live Music Programming 2026/27
Who can applyNSW-based music industry professionals and businesses with an ABN and a youth partner.
FundingUp to $100,000 for a series of at least four all-ages contemporary music events.
Closes 11 November 2026
Contemporary Music Festivals 2026/27
Who can applyNSW-based music businesses and industry professionals with an active ABN and a qualifying contemporary music festival delivered in NSW.
FundingUp to $100,000 for festivals with capacity up to 12,000, or $250,000 for festivals over 12,000.
Closes 11 November 2026
2026–27 First Nations Cultural Tourism Creativity Fund
Who can applyNSW First Nations individuals, groups, organisations and businesses delivering First Nations-led projects in NSW.
Funding$20,000 to $50,000 to develop and test experiences (Tier 1), or $50,001 to $100,000 to grow established experiences (Tier 2). Minimum 5% cash or in-kind contribution.
Closes 12 November 2026
Creative NSW Collaboration Fund 2026–27
Who can applyNSW-registered not-for-profits, cultural institutions, councils and Aboriginal corporations partnering with a 5,000+ attendee festival or a NSW Cultural Institution.
FundingUp to $750,000 for new cross-art-form works in the summer or winter festival periods. Minimum 20% contribution, which can include in-kind.
Closes 10 November 2026
Connect In Real Life Phase 2 Grant Program 2026–27
Who can applyNSW not-for-profits, Local Aboriginal Land Councils, Indigenous corporations and local councils delivering projects for priority youth cohorts.
Funding$50,000 to $150,000 (excl. GST) for youth connection, mentoring, life skills, leadership and wellbeing projects for young people aged 8 to 24.
Closes 6 November 2026
NSW Start Strong for Long Day Care Program
Who can applyEligible NSW long day care services meeting approval, CCS admin and program delivery requirements. Allocation-based; providers do not need to apply.
FundingFour funding streams including fee relief: up to $2,563 (4 years and over) and $769 (3 years) per eligible child a year.
Program runs until 31 December 2026
NSW Childcare and Economic Opportunity Fund (CEO Fund) – Expanding Quality Access Program
Who can applyExisting not-for-profit community preschools in NSW transitioning to long day care.
FundingVariable funding from a $100m pool for capital works, operations and transition support, with a 15% loading for priority areas.
Closes 30 November 2026
Elsa Dixon Aboriginal Employment Grant – Round 2
Who can applyNSW public service agencies, local councils and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations creating new Aboriginal positions.
Funding$12,000 per school-based apprenticeship or traineeship, up to $40,000 for post-school and adult roles, plus bursaries up to $3,000.
Closes 30 November 2026
Housing Innovation in Construction Fund 2026–27
Who can applyEstablished domestic and international MMC manufacturers with $2.5m+ annual turnover.
Funding$20,000–$150,000 (50% co-contribution) for engineering feasibility studies.
Closes 31 March 2027
NSW Marine Estate Management Strategy – Reconnecting Fish Habitats
Who can applyClosed, non-competitive program. Sites are selected from a priority list and landholders are approached directly. Unsolicited applications are not accepted.
FundingGrants up to $1M for projects that improve habitat connectivity for fish in priority sites in NSW coastal waterways.
Ongoing, by invitation only.
NSW Boating Infrastructure Emergency Repair Pool
Who can applyLocal councils, community groups and private sector entities managing public boating facilities and infrastructure.
FundingGrants from $5K–$300K to repair, replace or enhance public boating infrastructure impacted by natural disasters or severe weather events.
Closes 30 June 2028 or when all funds are allocated.
Forestry Industry Supply Chain Support Program
Who can applyNSW businesses sourcing 50%+ of hardwood or by-products from sawmills affected by the moratorium.
FundingUp to $100,000 for extra timber and freight costs from new suppliers.
Closes 8 June 2027
NSW Environmental Trust – Environmental Education Grants 2026
Who can applyNSW not-for-profits, councils, universities, state agencies, Local Aboriginal Land Councils and Aboriginal corporations.
FundingUp to $60,000 (Tier 1) or $60,001 to $250,000 (Tier 2) for projects that change behaviour and deliver measurable environmental outcomes.
Closes 9 November 2026
Net Zero Planning Grant – Round 2
Who can applyNSW businesses spending $200k+ a year on energy at one site or $500k+ across sites.
FundingUp to $25,000 (50% of costs) for specialist net zero planning.
Closes 30 November 2026
NSW EV Fleets Incentive Kick-start Funding FY26
Who can applyABN holders operating an existing fleet, taxi or truck in NSW. Incentivised vehicles must be registered and used predominantly in NSW.
FundingGrants from $5,000 to $1.2 million to procure up to 15 BEVs and optional smart chargers.
Closes 30 November 2026. Funding is currently allocated; eligible new applicants are waitlisted.
EV Kerbside Charging Grants – Round 3
Who can applyCharge point operators incorporated under the Corporations Act, or state-owned corporations.
Funding$100,000–$1m covering up to 80% of public EV charger costs, capped at $3,000–$30,000 per port.
Closes 21 December 2026
Queensland
QLD Kickstarter Program – Round 3
Who can applyRegistered legal entities with an ABN or ACN and experience delivering services in Queensland.
FundingUp to $300,000 (excl. GST) for early intervention programs for at-risk young people aged 8 to 17. About $7.5 million available this round.
Closes 5 November 2026
Positive Ageing and Elder Abuse Awareness Grants
Who can applyQueensland incorporated organisations, community controlled organisations, universities, local governments, schools and hospitals.
FundingUp to $15,000 (Local Awareness) or $50,000 (Statewide Awareness) for projects that challenge ageism and raise awareness of elder abuse.
Closes 30 November 2026
Exceptional Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants – North Queensland Monsoon Trough (Primary Producers)
Who can applyPrimary producers with an ABN in defined Queensland LGAs, with direct disaster damage, evidence, and an intention to re-establish.
FundingUp to $75,000 (initial $10K, subsequent $65K) for clean-up and reinstatement, including equipment, repairs, debris removal and livestock or crop recovery.
Closes 6 January 2027
QLD Local Skills Solutions Program 2025–26
Who can applyQueensland-based industry bodies, community organisations and GTOs with strong local employer networks.
FundingTailored accredited and non-accredited training projects. Funding up to $250,000 available.
Ongoing throughout 2026, or until funding is fully allocated.
QLD Skilling Queenslanders for Work – Community Foundation Skills
Who can applyQueensland not-for-profits, including Adult Community Education providers, delivering foundation skills training to people with low literacy, numeracy or digital skills.
FundingUp to $135,600 to deliver customised foundation skills training supporting pathways to further training or employment.
Ongoing until all funds are exhausted.
QLD Female Founders Co-Investment Fund
Who can applyBusinesses founded by women in Queensland.
FundingGrants from $50K to $200K, matched at a 1:3 ratio, for securing new early-stage investments as part of a capital raise.
Closes 30 June 2027 or once funds are committed. Close to fully allocated, so early application is strongly advised.
First Nations Innovation Acceleration Program QLD
Who can applyEstablished Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses in Queensland that are ready to scale.
FundingGrants up to $100K to pursue innovation and growth. Targeted funding for business strategic advisory services is also available.
Closes 4 February 2027
QLD Safe Futures Grants
Who can applyQueensland not-for-profits, incorporated associations, Indigenous corporations, universities, state-run entities and local government authorities.
FundingDelivery grants up to $600,000 for community-led primary prevention initiatives.
Delivery grants close 8 February 2027
Tasmania
Tasmanian Community Fund – Community Action Grant
Who can applyTasmanian incorporated not-for-profits, not-for-profit companies, councils and auspiced unincorporated groups.
Funding$5,000 to $15,000 (Small) or $15,001 to $50,000 (Standard) for community-led projects.
Closes 15 November 2026
Tasmanian Community Fund – Major Initiative Grant
Who can applyTasmanian incorporated not-for-profits, not-for-profit companies, councils, eligible school associations and auspiced unincorporated groups.
Funding$100,000 to $1.5 million across three tiers for large-scale collaborative community initiatives.
Closes 15 November 2026
Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme
Who can applyTasmanian businesses involved in sea freight.
FundingFinancial aid for sea freight expenses for non-bulk goods, based on the difference between sea freight costs and the equivalent road transport cost.
Ongoing
Tasmanian Active Infrastructure Grants Program 2026–27
Who can applyTasmanian incorporated not-for-profit sport and active recreation organisations and local government authorities with an ABN.
Funding$60,000 to $100,000 (Tier 1) or up to $500,000 (Tier 2) for sport and recreation facility upgrades.
Closes 2 November 2026
Event Attraction Fund 2025
Who can applyAustralian businesses with events to be held in Tasmania.
FundingGrants up to $750K for events that attract interstate visitors during Tasmania's shoulder season (March–November). 60% co-contribution required.
Closes 31 May 2027
TAS One-off Assistance Grants
Who can applyEvent organisers planning and hosting an event in regional Tasmania, in collaboration with Events Tasmania.
FundingUp to $20K for regional events outside of peak tourism season.
Ongoing
South Australia
South Australian Venture Capital Fund (SAVCF)
Who can applyLocal early-stage entrepreneurs and companies.
FundingDependent on project; for a limited time up to $400K per company is available for early seed stage investments.
Ongoing
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Grants – Projects SA
Who can applyAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and art workers.
FundingGrants up to $25,000 to create, develop and present new works across all art forms.
Closes 4 February 2027
Strengthening Our Culture Funding Pool
Who can applySouth Australian Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) with an active ABN.
Funding$5,000 to $100,000 across four streams for culturally grounded projects that strengthen culture and support preventive health and wellbeing.
Assessed on a rolling basis until funding is exhausted (program runs to 30 June 2027).
SA Defence Innovation Partnership – Activator Fund
Who can applySouth Australian public universities and SA-based businesses with an ABN, partnering with an SA university, SA industry partner and Defence.
FundingUp to $800,000 (1:1 matched) for counter uncrewed aerial system technology development.
Closes 30 October 2026
SA Export Diversification Program
Who can applySouth Australian exporters directly affected by trade disruption, with an eligible ABN, GST registration and at least 24 months of export revenue. Goods or services must be produced primarily in SA under the applicant's own brand.
FundingMarket Accelerator Grants up to $50,000 (exported $500,000+ to a disrupted market in 2023–24 or 2024–25). Export Advisory Grants up to $5,000 (exported under $500,000).
Ongoing until funds are exhausted.
South Australian Football Facilities Fund – Round 4
Who can applySA local governments, Australian Rules football clubs, umpiring associations, schools and tertiary institutions.
FundingUp to $300,000 for major precinct projects, $200,000 for changerooms, $150,000 for oval surfaces, $100,000 for lighting and $50,000 for supporting infrastructure.
Closes 8 February 2027
Multicultural Community Fund (SA)
Who can applyABN holders that are local councils, incorporated NFP multicultural organisations, or public companies limited by guarantee supporting multicultural communities.
FundingCapital projects for multicultural community infrastructure, including new builds, major upgrades and owned outdoor spaces. Minimum project value $100K; co-contribution required.
Ongoing
SA Heritage Agreement Grants Program 2026–2030
Who can applySA Heritage Agreement landholders and authorised representatives undertaking biodiversity improvements.
FundingUnder $25,000 for medium grants, up to $100,000 for large grants and under $200,000 for multi-property projects.
Closes 7 December 2026
Western Australia
Heritage Grants Program 2026–27
Who can applyPrivate owners of State Registered places, ACNC-registered not-for-profits, businesses with an ABN and WA local governments.
FundingUp to $100,000 for conservation works or up to $30,000 for community heritage education and interpretation projects.
Closes 2 November 2026
Screenwest Scripted Project Development Fund
Who can applyWA resident writers, producers and companies with a credited team member or market interest.
FundingUp to $35,000 (repayable) to develop scripted TV series and feature films.
Closes 2 November 2026
WA Wind Energy Manufacturing Co-Investment Program
Who can applyLocal businesses in the wind energy industry.
FundingUp to 50% of eligible project costs. Market Entry: $10,000–$30,000 for projects valued at $20,000–$60,000. Market Growth: $250,000–$500,000 for projects valued at $500,000–$1 million. Contributions must be cash.
Closes 20 May 2027
Bird Flu Wildlife Resilience Grants
Who can applyLicensed wildlife rehabilitators and eligible wildlife management organisations.
Funding$1,500–$10,000 (small grants) and up to $200,000 (large grants) for bird flu prevention and wildlife resilience projects.
Ongoing
Carbon Innovation Grants Program – Round 3
Who can applyCorporations, councils, universities, not-for-profits and consortia with an industrial business partner.
Funding$50,000–$500,000 (feasibility, up to 50% of costs) or $100,000–$1.5m (pilots and capital works, up to 25% of costs).
Closes 11 December 2026
Australian Capital Territory
ACT Community Sport Facilities Program 2027
Who can applyACT sport and active recreation organisations, not-for-profit sport, recreation and community groups, and licensed clubs.
FundingUp to $250,000 for planning, $5,000 to $1 million for single-year works, or up to $2 million over two years.
Closes 18 November 2026
ACT Energy Innovation Fund
Who can applyBusinesses and eligible institutions with an ABN that are ACT-based or deliver most activities in the ACT, and meet required insurance and compliance conditions.
FundingThree streams supporting energy transition innovation. $20,000 to $1,000,000 per grant depending on stream. Stream 1 requires at least 1:1 matched co-contribution.
Normally year-round with assessment cycles at the end of April and September. The fund is currently undergoing evaluation.
Northern Territory
Barkly Local Community Projects Fund
Who can applyAboriginal corporations, incorporated associations, cooperatives and companies operating in the Barkly region.
FundingUp to $50,000 for community and culture projects, Aboriginal leadership development or community safety initiatives.
Closes 9 November 2026
Collective Impact Initiatives
Who can applyAboriginal communities in the NT. EOI submitted by an Aboriginal person, group or organisation on behalf of the whole community.
FundingLarge-scale, multi-project community initiatives. Up to $15 million per large community; smaller communities at least $2 million.
Closes 15 December 2026
NT Global Trade Scheme
Who can applyNT businesses looking to expand their exporting capabilities.
FundingGrants from $3K–$50K depending on stream.
Closes 30 June 2027
Aboriginal InvestmeNT Business Start-Up & Growth Grants – Round 3
Who can applyMajority Aboriginal-owned businesses in the start-up or growth stage, with operations based in the NT.
Funding$100K–$150K to increase size, scale and maturity. Can fund staff wages, business and admin costs, trading stock and consumables, fit-out costs and more.
Ongoing until the funding pool is exhausted for the financial year.
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