Business grants in Australia
326 active grants across technology, manufacturing, hospitality, and more.
Grant landscape in Australia
Australia's business grant landscape centres on Austrade, the R&D Tax Incentive, and state-level programmes. The Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) is a flagship programme reimbursing export marketing costs, while CSIRO's Kick-Start programme connects SMEs with research capabilities. The R&D Tax Incentive provides a 43.5% refundable offset for eligible SMEs.
Grants in Australia — Page 9
326 verified funding opportunities
Fee-Free Accredited Training
Australian Government - Department of Industry
This program provides fee-free accredited training to eligible applicants in the Brisbane and Moreton Bay areas.
Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme
Australian Government - Department of Industry
This program provides businesses with the opportunity to earn ACCUs for every tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent a business stores or avoids emitting through adopting new practices and technologies.
Defence Industry Existing Worker Incentive WA
Australian Government - Department of Industry
This program provides financial assistance to WA defence sector businesses to help them upskill workers through an existing worker traineeship (EWT).
Digital Games Incentive QLD
Australian Government - Department of Industry
This program provides incentives to attract games development projects to Queensland.
Farm Investment Loans
Australian Government - Department of Industry
Farm Investment Loans provide farm businesses with loans to help build and maintain a strong, resilient and profitable business.
First Nations Tourism Mentoring Program (FNTMP)
Australian Government - Department of Industry
This program provides free mentoring support to eligible First Nations tourism businesses.
Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme
Australian Government - Department of Industry
The Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme provides businesses and individuals with financial assistance to offset the costs of moving goods by sea.
Going Global Export Program NSW
Australian Government - Department of Industry
The Going Global Export Program provides NSW small to medium enterprises with various support measures to help them attain new business in targeted global markets.
NSW Skills for Net Zero
Australian Government - Department of Industry
The initiative provides eligible businesses with access to a high-quality pool of tertiary student interns who are ready to contribute to the workplace’s decarbonisation project goals.
Small Business Support Pool QLD
Australian Government - Department of Industry
This program supports small businesses to retain employees supported through the Back to Work Incentive Payments.
No Interest Micro Business Loan TAS
Australian Government - Department of Industry
The No Interest Micro Business Loan provides low income earners with interest-free loans to support their new or growing business.
National Reconstruction Fund
Australian Government - Department of Industry
The National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC) provides debt finance, equity finance and guarantees for businesses with compelling proposals in priority areas.
Transport-related Drought Assistance QLD
Australian Government - Department of Industry
Various transport-related drought assistance measures are available to primary producers whose property has been drought-declared.
Apprentice and trainee rebate for payroll tax QLD
Australian Government - Department of Industry
The apprentice and trainee rebate for payroll tax provides Queensland employers with a payroll tax rebate on wages paid to eligible apprentices and trainees.
Business Growth Programs SA
Australian Government - Department of Industry
The Business Growth Programs provide businesses with access to expert advice and programs that will help them grow their business.
Aviation Attraction Fund TAS
Australian Government - Department of Industry
Funding is available to open new domestic routes, extend existing seasonal routes and for direct international flights in the aviation industry.
Business EV Charger Rebate ACT
Australian Government - Department of Industry
This program provides funding to ACT businesses to help them with the costs of EV charging infrastructure.
Battery Breakthrough Initiative
Australian Government - Department of Industry
This program provides funding to projects that contribute to enhancing Australia's battery manufacturing capability and commercialise battery manufacturing processes.
2024–25 Harmful Algal Bloom Fee Relief Program SA
Australian Government - Department of Industry
This program provides fee relief for commercial fishers, aquaculture and charter boat operators impacted by the algal bloom affecting South Australia’s coastline.
JobCover Placement Program NSW
Australian Government - Department of Industry
The JobCover Placement Program provides incentives to employers to employ a worker who has a work related injury or illness and is unable to return to work with their pre-injury employer.
Key funding bodies
Official agencies and institutions that administer grants in Australia
Australia's trade and investment commission, supporting export development grants.
Administers Australian Government programmes for business growth and innovation.
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation — R&D collaboration grants.
Central hub for Australian business grants, support, and advisory services.