Grants in TAS
ARENA Community Batteries Round 2
$5 million - $20 million
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.
Festivals Australia Program – Round 21
The total funding pool is approximately $1.4 million each financial year.
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.
TAS Defence Industry Tender Support Program
Up to $30,000
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.
Visions of Australia Program – Round 22
$2.8M annual funding pool
Federal grants supporting touring exhibitions and cultural access for regional and remote communities across Australia.
Critical Technologies Challenge Program – Round 2
Stage 1: $100,000-$500,000; Stage 2: up to $5million
This program supports consortia collaborations with funding to develop quantum technology solutions or components addressing market-driven challenges of national significance. Projects may also integrate advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics to create innovative solutions.
TAS Advanced Manufacturing Productivity Grant Program
$1,500 - $20,000
The Advanced Manufacturing Productivity Grant Program supports Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturing enterprises by funding productivity-enhancing activities. These include obtaining accreditations, expert advice, and developing staff and business skills, as part of the Tasmanian Government’s Advanced Manufacturing Action Plan 2028.
Regional Airports Program – Round 4
$20,000-$7.5million
The Regional Airports Program aims to support the enhancement of aviation safety, accessibility and climate resilience. Up to $7.5 million in funding available for regional airports and aerodromes.
TAS Advanced Manufacturing Accelerating Growth Program
$10,000 - $100,000
Offer support to Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturing enterprises to become more competitive, resilient and able to scale-up to better compete in global markets. The program will encourage businesses to invest in new equipment.
Business Events Australia Bid Fund Program
Minimum of $50,000
The Business Events Bid Fund Program is managed by the Business Events Australia unit of Tourism Australia. It is a subvention fund aimed at increasing new international business events for Australia. The program provides financial support at the critical bidding stage, helping Australia outcompete other international destinations for the right to host these events.
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