Grants in WA

The Solar Sunshot program aims to assist innovative manufacturing facilities in Australia operating within the solar PV supply chain. This includes polysilicon, ingot, wafer, solar PV cell, and solar module assembly production.

Cooperative Research Centres Projects (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.

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

The Powering the Regions Fund's Safeguard Transformation Stream Round 1 grant offers up to $50 million to trade-exposed facilities, enabling them to decrease emissions and support Australia's emissions reduction goals.

The programme aims to improve the quality of life in regional Australia, revitalise regions, and bring about both economic and community advantages through investing in community-focused infrastructure.

The Innovation Booster Grant (IBG) aids WA-based startups and small businesses in commercialising their innovative ideas or projects and expanding to generate employment opportunities. Funded through the $25.8 million New Industries Fund, the IBG is a competitive initiative of the Western Australian government.

The Commercialisation Bridge Grant (CBG) stands as a competitive government grant initiative in Western Australia, funded through the $25.8 million New Industries Fund. Its primary objective is to support innovators in Western Australia in bridging the gap between their commercialised innovations and the establishment of a viable business.

The Lower Carbon Grants (LCG) Program - Gorgon Fund will support green energy and greentech projects in Western Australia, contributing to a sustainable low carbon future. LCG will fund significant research and innovation activities across industries, technology platforms, and regions that promote practical and effective solutions for decarbonisation.

The Live Music Australia program offers a competitive grants opportunity for live music venues, festivals, and organisations dedicated to supporting quality original Australian live music. Live Music Australia is committed to enhancing the live music scene in Australian communities and will fund applications that support high quality original Australian live music that is professionally staged. The Australian Government's National Cultural Policy Revive acknowledges the significance of the live music sector and is committed to providing support for the music industry. Music Australia has been established within Creative Australia to provide support and promote the Australian contemporary music industry to enhance discoverability and cultivate markets and expand audiences. Through strategic investment, the aim to stimulate a vibrant and sustainable music industry ecosystem in which artists can thrive.