Vessel Tracking Rebate Scheme QLD

About this grant

The Vessel Tracking Rebate Scheme provides commercial fishers with a rebate to help cover the costs of purchasing and installing approved vessel tracking units on their commercial fishing boats.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Queensland commercial fishers.
• The vessel tracking rebate scheme provides commercial fishers with a rebate to offset the cost of purchasing and/or installing an approved vessel tracking system on their fishing vessels.
• The purchase rebate available is:
• For a category a approved vessel tracking unit - up to a maximum of $300
• For a category b approved vessel tracking unit - up to a maximum of $750.
• The installation rebate is up to a maximum of $220 for the cost of a professional installation of an approved vessel tracking unit
• A purchase rebate or installation rebate can only be paid once in relation to each unit and once in relation to each eligible boat.
• Own a commercial fishing boat licence, commercial harvest fishing licence or a charter fishing licence
• Have purchased a new approved vessel tracking unit after 1 june 2018 and before 30 june 2027
• Have registered the unit on
• For an installation rebate, installed the unit after 1 june 2018 and before 30 june 2027
• Not have a licence which is suspended or held by way of temporary transfer.
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What the funding covers

• Rebate amount varies.

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/vessel-tracking-rebate-scheme-qld for application details

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