Grants in NT

The Future Drought Fund Strengthening Drought Resilience on Country Program provides $12 million to support First Nations-led, community-driven projects that build resilience to drought and climate impacts. Running from 2025–26 to 2027–28, up to six Delivery Partners will co-design and support place-based initiatives that strengthen connection to Country and empower communities. The program reflects the Australian Government’s commitment to Closing the Gap by investing in First Nations-led solutions.

Tourism NT is providing a funding pool of $400K to assist in the creation of Aboriginal cultural experiences and tourism products in Joint Managed Parks. The minimum funding for applicants is $10K, while the maximum is $100K.

This grant supports wine or cider producers who add value by encouraging visitors to wine regions—driving wine tourism through physical cellar door experiences. It offers financial assistance proportionate to eligible domestic cellar door sales, with the objective of enhancing regional visitation and tourism.

CRC-P Grants facilitate short-term research collaborations led by industry, effectively bridging the gap between researchers and industry. The initiative focuses on driving research and development efforts towards viable commercial applications.

The Battery Breakthrough Initiative (BBI) was announced as part of the Federal Government’s Future Made in Australia (FMA) policy. The program has a $500 million of grant funding pool available.

Funding is available to support PBCs to maximise the economic and social potential of native title through the effective and sustainable management of their land.

ARENA is continuing its support for research and development (R&D) and commercialisation of Australian solar PV, with a new $60 million funding round to push innovation and take solar to ultra low-cost levels.

Offers up to $500,000 in funding for later-stage projects that are closer to market and require support to scale or commercialise.

As part of the 2024–25 Federal Budget, the Australian Government announced the second round of the Hydrogen Headstart program to support major hydrogen production projects and grow Australia’s clean energy industry. Delivered by ARENA, round 2 aims to strengthen Australia’s position in the global hydrogen market. ARENA is now seeking input on the proposed program design through a public consultation process. Stakeholders are invited to review the Consultation Paper and provide feedback via the online forms by 31 July 2025.