Primary Producer Bushfire Recovery Grants VIC

About this grant

This program provides funding to Victorian primary producers impacted by the January 2026 bushfires.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Vic primary producers impacted by the january 2026 bushfires.
• Grants are provided to help pay for the costs of the clean-up and reinstatement of the primary production enterprise, including:
• Engaging a tradesperson to conduct a safety inspection of damage to a property, premises or equipment
• Hiring and leasing equipment, or purchasing materials to clean a property, premises or equipment
• Purchasing, hiring or leasing equipment or materials that are essential for immediately resuming operation of the primary production enterprise, including pumps and generators
• Removing and disposing of debris, damaged goods and material, and injured or dead livestock.
• Derive at least 50% of your gross income from primary production in an average year
• Have an australian business number (abn), and have held that abn at the time of the natural disaster
• Have a primary production enterprise located in an eligible location
• Intend to re-establish the primary production enterprise in the same community, region or sector
• Have been engaged in the primary production enterprise when affected by the eligible disaster.
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What the funding covers

• Funding of up to $75K.

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/primary-producer-bushfire-recovery-grants-vic for application details

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