Available Grants

NSW MVP (Minimum Viable Product) Ventures Program is committed to supporting startups and innovative small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across the product lifecycle, bridging the gap between early-stage research and mature investment opportunities. The program offers grants designed to accelerate the commercialisation of highly innovative products or processes. The Program aims to: support businesses in increasing the commercialisation of innovative products and processes in NSW, and attract and retain commercialisation activities within the state. The Department of Enterprise, Investment and Trade will allocate up to $3 million annually for the Program until June 30, 2027.

The Co-funded Exploration Drilling Program supports explorers by covering up to half of their exploratory drilling expenses. It's a flagship initiative of the Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS), running twice yearly and refunding up to 50% for innovative drilling projects, with specific limits.

The Northern Territory Aboriginal Tourism Strategy aims to inspire visitors to immerse themselves in one of the world's oldest cultures through authentic tourism experiences that ensure the long-term sustainability of the Aboriginal tourism sector. Round 4 of the Aboriginal Tourism Development Support Grant Program supports this vision by helping Aboriginal-owned businesses and organisations create unique Aboriginal cultural tourism experiences and products that attract visitors to the Northern Territory and encourage them to stay longer.

Regional Economic Development Grants fund projects that drive economic growth in regional Western Australia.

The Feasibility stream of the Value Add Investment Grants (VAIG) program aims to promote new investments and reduce risk for companies looking to grow, diversify, or relocate their value-adding and processing operations in Western Australia. Eligible businesses can apply for funding to support planning or feasibility activities, which can help them make investment decisions for capital investment or expansion projects in agriculture, food and beverage manufacturing or other value-added processing.

The 2025 Event Attraction Fund aims to secure mass participation events which will deliver strong levels of interstate visitation and substantial economic and social benefits for Tasmania during the shoulder and winter month (March-November).

The Critical Minerals and High-Tech Metals Exploration Program will invest $2.5 million over the next two year to encourage more exploration in NSW, by funding successful applicants to undertake drilling, geophysics and geochemistry.

The Environmental Restoration and Rehabilitation Grants Program is a competitive initiative, aimed at supporting community and government organisations in New South Wales. The program focuses on achieving lasting environmental benefits by protecting, conserving, and restoring natural resources. It seeks to improve ecosystem quality, enhance environmental management through expertise and collaboration, and provide a sustainable mechanism for delivering government policies and priorities.

The VIC Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund rovides financial support to businesses, local and state government authorities, social enterprises, and not-for-profit organisations. The fund focuses on building capacity, capability, and resilience within the sector, supporting businesses in complying with national waste export regulations, improving the quality of materials for manufacturing, and creating jobs in the circular economy.