Distribution Grant Program NT

About this grant

This program provides NT tourism business with funding to help them progress in their distribution journey.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Nt tourism businesses.
• Implementation of an approved online booking system (such as room manager, rezdy, newbook, rms, fareharbor) and help for data entry to transfer existing bookings into the new system
• Advice on adapting existing product and itineraries for new international markets
• Trade training programs (i.e. china host, atec, qtf) and cultural awareness training for staff
• Translation services, including signage, menus, audio guide content, safety video production.
• To be eligible, applicants must:
• Have a tourism focus, operating in the nt and employing resident territorians
• Be legally constituted and australian-registered
• Hold a current australian tourism data warehouse (atdw) listing
• Be a member of a peak industry body (tourism top end, tourism central australia, hospitality nt).

What the funding covers

• Funding of up to $5K.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/distribution-grant-program-nt for application details

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