The QLD Business Growth Fund Program provides funding for small and medium-sized high-growth businesses to buy specialised equipment

The Industry Growth Program supports innovative small, medium and start-up businesses to commercialise their ideas and grow their businesses

3 x $20,000 Westpac Accelerator Scholarships are available women and non binary founders who are successful in joining UNSW Founders 10x Accelerator programs

Are you a high-potential tech-enabled startup founder looking for both accelerated learning and funding, then the UNSW Founders 10X accelerator program may be for you.

The Enterprising Me Kickstarter Challenge aims to support women to pursue entrepreneurship as a career choice

Small independent hospitality business in Sydney or Melbourne, looking for money check out the Backing International Small Restaurants program

The National Reconstruction Fund has released its Investment Guidance and are now welcoming investment proposals.

The NSW Net Zero Manufacturing Initiative– Renewable Manufacturing Grant is designed to expand and increase NSW manufacturing capacity of components for renewable energy.

The QLD Ignite Spark Program supports QLD based SME enterprises to progress the development of an innovative product or service.

The NSW Net Zero Manufacturing Initiative – Low Carbon Product Manufacturing Grant is designed to expand and increase NSW manufacturing capacity of low carbon products and materials

The QLD Accelerating Female Founders program will assist Queensland female founders to take their innovative businesses to the next stage

If you think you can develop a solution improve access to drinking water for Australia’s remote communities then the BRII – Renewables and Low Emissions Feasibility Grant may be for you.

The QLD Ignite Ideas Fund supports Queensland-based SME’s that have high-growth potential to undertake commercialisation projects

Enterprising ME is partnering with Startmate to offer 5 fully-paid scholarships for women in Startmate’s pre-accelerator program, Launch Club

If you think you can develop a solution to improve the energy efficiency of Australia’s fisheries and aquaculture sector (including reducing the carbon it emits), then the BRII – Renewables and Low Emissions Feasibility Grant may be for you

The NSW Net Zero Manufacturing Initiative Clean Technology Innovation Grant is designed to accelerate the R&D and commercialisation of emerging clean technologies

If you think you can develop a solution to reduce the carbon footprint of Australia’s wine packaging then the BRII – Renewables and Low Emissions Feasibility Grant may be for you

The BRII – Renewables and Low Emissions Round grants targets renewables and low emission practices

The 2024 Flight Centre Corporate Travel Grant is now open for applications to claim a share in over $40,000 of travel grant “prizes”

The Energy Efficiency Grants for SME’s will support businesses to upgrade or replace inefficient equipment to improve their energy efficiency

If you are a ACT based business looking for funding to assist in your proof of concept, then the ACT Innovation Connect Grant may be for you

The Coles Nurture Fund was set up to help small to medium sized businesses in Australia’s food and grocery sector to innovate and grow

The 2024 NAIDOC Local Grants aims to assist with the cost of activities being held during NAIDOC Week 2023 (7-14 July 2024)

The NSW Metering Plan implementation grants program aims to fund metering or monitoring plans that enable energy productivity improvements.

The NSW Women in Construction Industry Innovation Program aims to encourage female participation and retention in the construction industry

The QLD Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Grant Program aims to help the QLD manufacturing sector reduce energy costs and operational emissions

The NSW Bin Trim Equipment Rebates Program is aimed at supporting businesses to transition to a circular economy with grants up to $50,000

Learn more about the 2024 City of Sydney Grants for Business which support initiatives and projects that strengthen the city of Sydney.

The City of Sydney Innovation and ideas grants program supports projects that foster innovation, showcase local expertise and test new ideas

The City of Sydney Business sector support grant program connects businesses to opportunities, grows skills and knowledge

Extraordinary Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants program available for affected small businesses following Tropical Cyclone Jasper

Taronga Zoo’s Hatch Accelerator program aims to support not-for-profit or social enterprise founders or start-ups to drive positive change for wildlife, biodiversity and the environment.

The Made in Victoria – Energy Technologies Manufacturing Program will support Vic manufacturers in net zero and low emissions markets

This blog compares the MVP Ventures Program vs Industry Growth Program so you can make a decision as to which one is best for you.

The Made in Victoria – Manufacturing Growth Program Round 2 is open to SMEs that are on a growth trajectory and require support to expand their manufacturing operations

Qld Backing Business in the Bush Fund is a matched funding program targeted at SME’s to undertake projects in regional Qld

Read this to learn How the R&D Tax incentive can put money into a Small or Medium Businesses bank account

Are you getting ready for lodging NSW MVP Ventures Program EOI (Expression of Interest) when the program re-opens?

The Sovereign Industrial Capability Priority Grants program aims to support Aus SMEs to supply capabilities that are most critical to defence

The LiftHER Female Founders Grant Challenge is looking for 20 visionary and impact-driven female entrepreneurs to share in $200,000 of funding over the next 2 years.

Do you want to know a neat little trick to accessing to grants when you are not eligible for the grant itself?

If you live in an apartment building and want an EV charging station installed, the Drive Electric NSW EV Ready Buildings Grant may be for you

If you think you can develop a solution to make it easier for business to find, navigate, and utilise modern awards, then the Workplace Relations Usability Challenge Feasibility Grant may be for you

Great news, the NSW MVP Ventures Program has been updated and new rounds of funding announced. read on to learn more

Did you know that both Google and AWS offer cloud credits that can help offset up to $350,000 USD in costs of your cloud platform.

KX Pilates is offering a $20,000 KX Entrepreneur Travel Grant for aspiring business savvy Australian entrepreneurs

There is bad news and hopefully some good news about the Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) announced this week

The Qld Business Energy Saving and Transformation Rebates scheme provides rebates to eligible Qld SMEs to install energy-efficient equipment

The eBay Circular Fashion Fund supports innovative start-ups & businesses that are helping advance fashion’s circular economy

If you are Start-up in Sydney looking for Cash, there are 3 events this week you may be interested in.

Indigenous businesses can access get invoice funding through the Indigenous Business Australia IBA Invoice Funding program.

The City of Melbourne Small Business Grants Program supports new businesses to get started within the City of Melbourne and existing businesses to expand and grow.

The QLD Ignite Spark Program Round 1 supports QLD based SME enterprises to progress the development of an innovative product or service.

The Ignite Ideas Fund supports Qld based SMEs to commercialise highly innovative and new products or services that are at MVP stage or beyond.

The Hugh Victor McKay Fund may co invest between $100,000-$200,000 in early stage Victorian AgTech startups

The Victorian Business Growth Fund supports long term growth opportunities for successful small and medium enterprises

Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grant supports wine or cider producers who add value by encouraging visitors to wine regions,

The Xero Beautiful Business Fund is offering more than NZ$750,000 to eligible Xero small business customers

The Sovereign Industrial Capability Priority Grants program aims to support Aus SMEs to supply capabilities that are most critical to defence

The QLD Go Global Export Program provides Qld’s export-ready SMEs with funding to finalise an export deal in a new market

Learn more about the 2022 City of Sydney Grants for Business which support initiatives and projects that strengthen the social, cultural, environmental and economic life of the city of Sydney.

The City of Sydney Innovation and ideas grants program supports projects that foster innovation, showcase local expertise and test new ideas

The Victorian Venture Growth Fund aims to offer eligible high-growth startups access to venture credit of between $50,000 and $5 million

Worried about the cost of modifications or support services for disabled staff, the Employment Assistance Fund may be able to help

The Victorian Equity Investment Attraction Fund prioritises direct equity investments in high-growth companies of strategic interest to Victoria

The first Challenge under the Breakthrough Victoria Fund’s Breakthrough Victoria Challenge is to reduce solar waste in landfill.

The QLD Manufacturing Hubs Grant Program aims to support the growth of Queensland’s regional manufacturing industry

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Indigenous businesses can access get business loans between $10,000 and $5m under the IBA Business Loans.

Small Business Export Loan, is a unsecured loan solution for businesses that need to borrow $20,000 to $350,000 to support their export transactions.

The Western Sydney University has launched a Women and Multicultural Entrepreneurial Skills Training program

If you need between $5m and $15m to fund your growth, then the Australian Business Growth Fund may be for you.

The Sovereign Industrial Capability Priority program aims to support Australian SMEs to supply capabilities that are most critical to defence.

Low Income, indigenous, you may be able to access business coaching and financial support via the Many Rivers Small Business Support program.

For all those business owners out there looking for funding and assistance, don’t forget the opportunity that Channel 10’s Shark Tank provides.

The 2023 – 2024 Export Market Development Grant (2023 – 2024 EMDG) provides funding for exporters with revenue below $20 million.

The QLD Backing Female Founders Program provides a suite of initiatives to grow and scale QLD innovation businesses founded by women.

The Ignite Ideas Fund supports Qld based small to medium businesses to commercialise highly innovative and new products or services that are at minimum viable product stage or beyond.

The Energy Efficiency Grants for SME’s Round 1 will support businesses to upgrade or replace inefficient equipment to improve their energy efficiency and reduce their energy use.

If you are a Canberra based start-up business looking for funding, then the ACT Innovation Connect Grant may be for you

If you are looking to find and attract skilled workers to Regional NSW, then the NSW Regional Skills Relocation Grant may be for your business

The QLD Accelerating Female Founders program Round 1 will assist Queensland female founders to take their innovative businesses to the next stage.

The QLD Female Founders Co-Investment fund is available to innovative female founded businesses undertaking a new pre-seed or seed capital raise

If you are a NSW business involved in Seafood, the Eat More Seafood grants program may be for you.

Learn more about the 2023 City of Sydney Grants for Business which support initiatives and projects that strengthen the city of Sydney.

The City of Sydney Business sector support grant program promotes local precincts, connects businesses to opportunities, grows skills and knowledge and helps advocate on key issues

The City of Sydney Innovation and ideas grants program supports projects that foster innovation, showcase local expertise and test new ideas

The NSW Metering and Monitoring Planning initiative aims to support NSW businesses to establish comprehensive metering and monitoring plans to enable energy productivity improvements

The Clean Energy Finance Corporation is a federal government backed specialist investor in renewable energy and low-emission technologies

The Coles Nurture Fund was set up to help small to medium sized businesses in Australia’s food and grocery sector to innovate and grow

The NSW Regional Job Creation Fund supports existing regional businesses or those businesses interested in relocating to regional NSW

If your business is commercialising new and innovative biological science (bioscience) technologies, devices and systems, the NSW Biosciences Fund may be for you

The aim of the Powering the Regions Fund is to support regional Australia’s contribution to emissions reduction goals.

The 2023 NAIDOC Local Grants aims to assist with the cost of activities being held during NAIDOC Week 2023 (2 – 9 July 2023)

If your business is working on progressing quantum computing hardware and/or software towards commercialisation within NSW, then the Quantum Computing Commercialisation Fund may be able to help fund this

The ACT Microcredit Loan Program aims to provide a limited number of low interest and fee-free loans to eligible low-income earners who wish to start or expand an existing business.

Solar for Business Program, eligible Vic businesses can apply for a rebate of $3,500 to cover up 50% of the cost of a rooftop solar system

NSW Small Business Disaster Relief loans – loans for NSW Small businesses who have been directly affected by a declared natural disaster

The NSW Bin Trim Networks Program will fund targeted businesses to reduce and / or avoid commercial and industrial waste

The Community and Small Business CCTV Fund provides up to $5,000 (excl. GST) towards the supply and installation of CCTV systems

the NSW Women in Construction Industry Innovation Program is to encourage female participation and retention in the construction industry.

The NSW Future Industries Investment Program will provide rebates for eligible expenses to businesses investing in NSW-based projects that boost the productivity of the NSW economy

The new NSW MVP Ventures Program provides matched funding of between $25,000 and $200,000 to support businesses to increase the commercialisation of innovative products and services in NSW

The NSW Clean Technology Research and Development Grant supports early-stage clean technology research and development projects within NSW

The 2022 challenges in the NSW SBIR program (Small Business Innovation and Research Program) now announced. Learn more here.

Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grant supports wine or cider producers who add value by encouraging visitors to wine regions,

Business been impacted by severe weather / floods you may be eligible for the NSW Disaster recovery small business grant – storms and floods

The QLD Business Basics grants program Round 4 provides support to businesses to increase core skills and adopt best practice

The NSW Submetering Grant may help you work out where the business should focus on reducing its electricity usage.

Are you a privately owned Caravan Park, then the Federal Government Caravan Parks grant program may be for you.

The NSW Regional Investment Activation Fund Stream 2 will co-invest with projects that deliver benefits for regional industry or location

Recently the Federal Government announced planning for a “Startup Year entrepreneur loan program” to kickstart startups. Read my submission on this program here.

NSW Bushfire Technology Pilots Program Round 2 offers grants of up to $250,000 to NSW businesses to support the response to bushfire threats

The Made in Queensland Program provides grants to support QLD SME manufacturers to increase competitiveness, productivity and innovation

National Reconstruction Fund is being set up to support, diversify and transform Australian industry in 7 priority areas

If you are in the make cycle of plastic products in NSW, the Circular Plastics Program may be of interest to you

The NSW Regional Investment Activation Fund Stream 1 will co-invest with eligible entities on catalytic projects that will deliver significant economic, social and/or environmental benefits for a priority regional industry or location

Under the IBA Start-up Finance Package, the IBA is offering up to 30% of a new business loan as a grant for Indigenous start-up businesses

The Tech Central Scaleup Accommodation Rebate Program will help technology businesses in the scaleup phase of growth to establish in Tech Central by providing a 40% rebate on eligible rental costs and 30% rebate on eligible fit out costs.

CSIRO Kick-Start helps start-ups and small businesses, by providing funding support and access to CSIRO’s research expertise and capabilities

The Northern Rivers Commercial Property Return to Business Support Grant provides support to property owners impacted by storms and floods in Feb/March 2022

Read on to learn more about the proposed Financial Assistance for NSW Taxi Licence Owners as part of the Point to Point transport reforms

If you struggling to get finance from your bank to help you expand your export business, then Export Finance Australia may be able to help

The City of Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander collaboration fund program supports a strong and sustainable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-

The City of Sydney Innovation and ideas grants program supports projects that foster innovation, showcase local expertise and test new ideas to address local and global issues

The Victorian Government is supporting 1,000 businesses with high-growth potential to access new markets and create jobs through the Ready for Growth program

Applications for the 2022 ACT Innovation Connect Grant are closing soonIf you are a Canberra based start-up business looking for funding to assist in your proof of concept, then the ACT Innovation Connect Grant may be for you.  But you need to be quick as applications...

Update to the Skills, Training and Technology Investment Boost announced under the previous Liberal Government, now backed by Labor

Under the Vic Small Business Specialist Advice Pathways Program, eligible small businesses can receive a $2,000 grant to cover the costs of engaging a qualified service provider that can help with financial and legal advice

Kangaroo Valley business impacted by recent road closures? You may be eligible for the Kangaroo Valley road closure small business grant

If want to create, improve or expand your outdoor dining area, you may be eligible for rebate of $5000 under the NSW Alfresco Restart Rebate

The QLD Business Boost grants program Round 2 is now open for applications

Applications are closing soon for the 2022 – 2023 Export Market Development Grant (2022 – 2023 EMDG)

The 2022 – 2023 NSW Budget announced this week has opened up some new grant opportunities for NSW based business owners.

Small business fees and charges rebate closing soon

The QLD Business Growth Fund Program provides funding for small and medium-sized high-growth businesses to buy specialised equipment

Small Business in NSW you now have a chance to tell the NSW Government what you need from them

The Northern Rivers medium size business flood grant will provide up to $200,000 to medium sized businesses impacted by floods in Feb and March 2022

The Boosting Female Founders Grant provides targeted support to female founders of start-up businesses, Round 3 opening 6 May 2022

NSW Northern Rivers Regional Flood Roadshow for Business Support 9 - 11 May 2022For those businesses impacted by the Northern Region Floods in February and March 2022, the NSW government is putting on a number of sessions as part of a Northern Rivers Regional Flood...

QLD Business Basics Grants Program Round 3 provides support to businesses to increase core skills and adopt best practice

If you were impacted by floods in Feb/March 2022 in the NSW Northern Rivers, you may be eligible for the small business northern flood grant.

The SafeWork small business rebate of up to $1000 helps NSW small business owners purchase safety items that improve work health and safety

Learn more about Screen Australia Funding to support the development, production and marketing of Australian screen content

If your business has a turnover of less than $20 million learn more about the NSW Clean Technology Commercialisation Grants.

Even though the Australia’s Economic Accelerator Grants are only directly available for universities, your business may be able to benefit.

If your business has been impacted by the current severe weather and flooding, you may be eligible for the NSW Natural Disaster Loan Small Business

NSW Storm and flood disaster recovery small business grant Applications are now open for the February and March 2022 storm and flood disaster recovery small business grantIf your business has been impacted by the severe weather and flooding in February and March 2022,...

Stay NSW Voucher SchemeIf you are an accommodation provider in NSW are you aware of the Stay NSW Voucher scheme? Under this scheme, eligible NSW residents are able to use the following vouchers from the NSW Govt to cover all or part of the cost of accommodation at...

Learn more about the Small Business Support Program for the month of February 2022 recently announced by the NSW Government

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The Coles Nurture Fund was set up to help small to medium sized businesses in Australia’s food and grocery sector to innovate and grow

Update 30 January 2022 – the Small Business Rebate has been increased to $3,000 and now includes cost of Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) kits

NSW Event Saver is effectively a no cost pandemic insurance scheme available for selected events in NSW from up to and including 31 Dec 22

NSW Dine & Discover Extended to a further 2 $25 dine and discover vouchers. 1 for eating out, and another for recreation and entertainment.

NSW Bushfire Technology Pilots Program Round 1 will offer grants of up to $100,000 to NSW businesses to support the response to bushfire threats.

If your NSW business is struggling to pay rent between 13 July 2021 and 13 March 2022, you may be able to get some commercial rent support

The SME Recovery Loan Scheme has been extended to 30 June 2022 allowing SMEs impacted by the coronavirus pandemic to get loans of up to $5m

The TAFE NSW Women in Business Training Program is a fully subsidised online business training program for women who are looking to establish a micro business, a small business, or who are already operating a business

The Catalysing the Artificial Intelligence Opportunity in Our Regions program provides up to $500k to support AI in regional areas of Aust

If you are a smaller landlord whose rent is down due to Covid, you may be eligible for relief under the NSW Commercial Landlord Hardship Fund

The latest EMDG Update (Export Market Development Grant )shows that applicants are likely to receive substantially less than they asked for

Energy Efficient Communities Program – Food and Beverage Manufacturing Business Grants Energy saving grants for food and beverage manufacturing businesses.

Don’t forget if you are a SME food and beverage business, you may be eligible for a $5,000 rebate under the NSW Gov’t Alfresco Restart Rebate

The NSW Summer Stock Guarantee gives small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in retail and hospitality the confidence to purchase stock and plan for trading during the busy summer holiday period

2021 SME Recovery Loan Scheme UpdateUpdate 9 November 2021 When this program was first launched it was hard for business to get funds.  But the banks attitude around these loans have markedly changed recently as this program is due to expire by 31 December 2021.    ...

If you missed out on the NSW Covid Grants, you may have a second chance under the Covid-19 Business Hardship Review Panel

Dont forget that applications for the NSW JobSaver Payment and the NSW Micro Business Grant close at midnight 18 October 2021

If your NSW business is currently receiving financial support see what your financial support could look like between now and Christmas.

Learn more about the NSW Accommodation Support Grant for accommodation premises that have lost room nights between 25 June and 11 July inclusive

The NSW and Federal Government on 30 September announced significant changes to the NSW JobSaver and the Micro Business Grant Programs

The Victorian and Federal Government announced updated Victorian Business Support Package 30 September 2021. Read on to learn more.

Covid-19 Disaster Payment Update 29 September ​Josh Frydenberg has updated the rules around the Covid-19 Disaster Payment that may impact you or your staff on 29 September. These new rules effectively start to remove the Covid-19 Disaster Payment once each state...

Read on to learn the updated rules and process business need to comply with in respect of the Jobsaver Micro Business Grant Re-Qualification

NSW taxi reforms  Do you own a NSW taxi licence?  Right now, the NSW government is in the process of introducing reforms to the NSW Taxi industry. As part of these reforms, there will now be an annual licence to operate a taxi.  And as a result, taxi licences will not...

Jobsaver Micro Business Grant Re-QualificationBuried in a press release the other day, the NSW Government announced a Jobsaver Micro Business Grant Re-Qualification.  Meaning businesses who are on JobSaver or the Micro Business Grant need to reconfirm their...

The Victorian and Federal Government announced updated Victorian Business Support Package dated 4 September 2021. Read on to learn more.

If you are in Victoria and were eligible for the Licensed Hospitality Venue Fund, and are confused by all the announcements around the grants associated with this program, here is a short summary.

Understand the different levels of support available under the Victorian Business Costs assistance program.

The NSW JobSaver Extension is now available to large tourism, hospitality and recreation businesses. Read on to learn more,

Updated Victorian Business Support Package 19 August 2021The Victorian and Federal Government on 19 August announced a further update to the Victorian Business Support Package. This additional package consists of the following: Victorian Business Costs Assistance...

Applications are now open for the 2021 – 2022 Export Market Development Grant (2021 – 2022 EMDG) that provides funding for exporters

Finally, some details have been released about the QLD 2021 COVID-19 Business Support Grants recently announced to help QLD businesses impacted by the July and August 2021 lockdowns.

Applications are now open for the Victorian Small Business COVID Hardship Fund.

Read on to learn if you are eligible, and how to apply.

Here is a reminder for NSW Accommodation providers, you may be eligible for accommodation provider support payments.

The Victorian and Federal Government on 6 August announced an updated Victorian Business Support Package. Read on to learn more.

Service NSW has released some alternative circumstances around business eligibility for the Covid 19 Business Support Grants.

Applications close on 13 August 2021 for the Licensed Hospitality Venue Fund 2021 July Extension. Read on to learn if you are eligible, and how to apply

Applications are about to close for the Victorian Business Costs Assistance Program Round Two – July Extension. Read on to learn more.

Over the weekend the NSW Gov’t released the rules around the JobSaver Grant. Read on to learn if you are eligible, and how to apply.

Over the weekend the NSW Gov’t released the rules around its Micro Business Grant. Read on to learn if you are eligible, and how to apply.

Over the weekend the NSW Gov’t released the rules around its Covid-19 Business Grant. Read on to learn if you are eligible, and how to apply.

If you are a sole trader with revenue under $30,000, you may be able to get some, albeit small, support from the Federal Gov’ts COVID-19 Disaster Payment

Here is some more information around the NSW Covid-19 Business Support Grants announced by both the Federal and NSW Gov’t recently

Here is the most recent SBIR Program Update – learn more about the webinars about each of the challenges in the SBIR program

Today the NSW Government announced the Small Business Innovation and Research program (SBIR program) with $24m in funding

Victoria’s “Circuit Breaker Business Support Package” to assist small to medium businesses impacted by the most recent lockdowns

Did you know that you could get up to $10,000 for employing someone 50 and over under the Restart Wage Subsidy

From 1 July 2021, the EMDG has been redesigned into true grants program with businesses applying up-front

There are a number of grants available to business that are location dependent so don’t miss out on grants because your address is wrong

Don’t forget if you were impacted by the recent NSW Floods you may be able to access up to $50,000 in assistance under the NSW Flood Disaster Recovery Small Business Grant

Learn how you could access Energy Savings Schemes to upgrade your electrical equipment and reduce your power usage

If your business is thinking of attending a business event in 2021, you may be able to get funding under the Business Events Grant program

Another place to look for grants is the Federal Government’s own grant finder. Search for grants by your business location and industry.

If you are a NSW business you may be eligible for a $3,000 recovery grant from the NSW Government.