TAS Industry Partnerships Program 2026

Stream 1 – Training-related equipment, resources and contextualised training
- Small grants: $500 to $50,000
- Large grants: $50,000 to $250,000
- Large grants require a minimum 20% co-contribution from the lead applicant (cash or eligible in-kind)
- Activities must be completed within 12 months (small) or 24 months (large)
- Applications close 31 December 2026
- Stream 2 – Support for VET trainers and assessors
  - Small grants only: $500 to $50,000
  - No mandatory co-contribution
  - Activities must be completed within 12 months
  - Applications close 31 December 2026

The Industry Partnerships Program 2026 is an initiative to strengthen collaboration between industry and the vocational education and training (VET) sector. The program supports projects that improve the quality, relevance and responsiveness of nationally recognised training to meet Tasmanian industry needs.

Funding is available for initiatives that enhance access to training-related equipment and facilities, contextualise training products, improve teaching resources, or build a sustainable and capable VET workforce. Projects must demonstrate clear industry benefit and alignment with the Tasmanian Skills Plan 2024–28 and relevant Industry Skills Compacts.

Key Requirements

Strengthen partnerships between eligible RTOs and industry to improve workforce skills and training outcomes
Improve access to contemporary equipment, resources and facilities required for high-quality training delivery
Support contextualisation of nationally recognised training to meet industry, regional or sector-specific needs
Trial innovative approaches to attract, retain and support a skilled VET workforce
Demonstrate clear industry demand and outcomes that benefit learners, employers and the broader Tasmanian economy

What is eligible for funding?

Purchase, lease or development of specialised training equipment or technology
Establishment or upgrade of training facilities
Development or upgrading of teaching and learning materials
Contextualisation of nationally recognised training and assessment materials
Initiatives supporting recruitment, retention and upskilling of VET trainers and assessors
Industry placements or exposure activities for VET trainers to maintain industry currency
Professional development linked to contemporary industry practices

What companies are eligible for funding?

Eligible lead applicants (depending on stream):

Skills Tasmania–eligible Registered Training Organisations (RTOs)
Tasmanian‑based industry peak organisations
Industry peak organisations with a physical presence in Tasmania
Tasmanian‑based employers with turnover exceeding $500,000
Community service or not‑for‑profit organisations
Regional Jobs Hubs
TasTAFE (Stream 1 only, with additional conditions)

Other considerations

Stream 1 requires a mandatory partnership between an eligible RTO and at least one project partner
Large Stream 1 grants require a minimum 20% co‑contribution from the lead applicant
All projects must be undertaken in Tasmania

Is this grant competitive or entitlement based?

Competitive. Your application will be assessed among other applications by a judging panel.

How can I increase my chances of winning this grant?

By engaging an accredited government grants consultant, such as Avant Group.

Competitive grants often require significant business case development and project analysis to support the application, this may include detailed presentations supporting the project’s merit, projected sales, cost-benefit analysis and more.

As part of your engagement with Avant Group, your account manager will assess the required documents and will provide the following as needed to support your grant submission.

Grant application writeup including a detailed presentation illustrating how the grant funding will contribute to your project, how the funding will contribute to the project’s budget, a project milestone plan, delivery timeline, impact on employment if applicable and a breakdown of the management and leadership team for the project

Industry analysis presentation
Competitor Analysis Presentation
Marketing and Sales Analysis Presentation
3-5 year Cashflow Forecast
3-5 year Balance Sheet Forecast
Cost-Benefit Analysis of Grant Funding
End-to-end grant application including information collating, analysis and application writing
CAPEX (Capital Expenditure) cost-benefit analysis
Stakeholder relations and Risk Mitigation Plans
Any other relevant forecasting that will support your application

How can I get help with my application? Or know if I’m likely to win funding?

Avant Group offers a no-obligation assessment of your eligibility for funding and will assess your likelihood of a successful grant application.

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