Prawn Fisher’s Financial Guidance and Training Support Program NSW

About this grant

This program supports NSW commercial fishing businesses to transition to the long-term management of white spot virus with financial guidance and training funding to assist with decision-making.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Applicants must:
• Have an australian business number (abn)
• Be registered for goods and services tax (gst)
• Provide evidence of ownership of a fishing business component in an eligible region.
• Bursary program for university students, early-career professionals and primary producers who are seeking to improve soil management
• Funding for organisations impacted by the algal bloom in sa

What the funding covers

• Financial guidance grants of up to $1K and training grants of up to $9K.

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/prawn-fishers-financial-guidance-and-training-support-program-nsw for application details

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