Grants and Funding News

Grants and Funding News is produced each month to inform local not for profit and other organisations across Farrer electorate about the latest grant programs available.

The latest Grants and Funding newsletters can be found here:

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Modern Manufacturing Initiative

New guidelines for Round 2 of the Translation and Integration streams of the Modern Manufacturing Initiative have been released to help shape your applications. Building on the Round 1 guidelines, the new Round 2 guidelines further clarify the objective of each stream, the key elements of a meritorious project, and how to address the updated criteria.

Applications close 14 January 2022. https://business.gov.au/news/modern-manufacturing-initiative-round-2

Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF)

The $1.38 billion Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF) supports the Australian Government’s commitment to create jobs, drive economic growth and build stronger regional communities into the future. Grant funding is available through two funding streams:

The Infrastructure Projects Stream: Supports projects that involve construction of new infrastructure, or the upgrade or extension of existing infrastructure
The Community Investments Stream: Funds community development activities including, but not limited to, new or expanded local events, strategic regional plans, leadership and capability building activities

Applications close 10 February 2022. http://www.infrastructure.gov.au/territories-regions-cities/regions/regional-community-programs/building-better-regions-fund

Carbon + Biodiversity Pilot – Round 2

Applications for Round 2 of the Carbon + Biodiversity Pilot open today on the National Stewardship Trading Platform. The Carbon + Biodiversity Pilot (C+B Pilot) trials market arrangements for farmers to create new income from plantings that deliver biodiversity improvements and carbon abatement.

Further information, including frequently asked questions, is available at http://www.awe.gov.au/agriculturestewardship

National Shed Development Programme (NSDP)

The NSDP conducts 2 rounds each year ($500,000 for each round). Funding is not automatically guaranteed. Sheds must apply for funding and all requests are evaluated all requests based on appropriateness and need.

The next round will open on 17 January 2022 with applications to close 25 February 2022. http://www.health.gov.au/initiatives-and-programs/national-shed-development-programme-nsdp

Live Music Australia Program

The $20 million Live Music Australia program is supporting the development, growth and innovation of original Australian live music. This funding will help reinvigorate the live music scene as restrictions ease so venues can once again host local talent, increasing opportunities for local and touring original Australian artists.

Applications for Round Four will close on 20 December 2021. For information or to apply, visit http://www.arts.gov.au/funding-and-support/live-music-australia

Drought Resilient Soils and Landscapes Program

Farmers and interested organisations are encouraged to apply for a share of $23 million in funding as part of the Future Drought Fund’s Drought Resilient Soils and Landscapes Program. This is an opportunity for partnerships involving farmers and organisations such as the local Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub, farming system groups, Rural Research and Development Corporation, and NRM regional bodies. Grants of $500,000 to $1 million (GST exclusive) are available.

The grants process is open until 11 January 2022. For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.communitygrants.gov.au/

Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI)

Applications are now open for Round 7 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI), giving community and industry groups the chance to share in this record funding pool. Projects must be implemented during the 2022-23 financial year and be completed within two years of commencement.

Applications for Round 7 funding are open until 14 February 2022. For more information or to view the submission guidelines visit www.nhvr.gov.au/hvsi

Off-farm Efficiency Grants Program

Applications are now open for the Off-farm Efficiency Grants Program, which a key part of the Coalition Government’s commitment to put communities back at the heart of the Murray-Darling basin Plan.

Funding will be made available over three years from 2021-22 to 2023-24 for smaller-scale projects with a minimum grant amount of $50,000. These grants are aimed at supporting projects that may not be brought forward separate to the $1.33 billion committed by the Commonwealth to the Off-farm stream managed by states.

Applications close 27 May 2022 at 5pm. For more information on the guidelines around the Off-farm Efficiency Grants Program and to apply, visit: https://business.gov.au/ofegp

Soil science challenge grants open

Up to $20 million in Australian Government grants is available for innovative research that addresses priority knowledge gaps in soil health and soil management as a part of the ‘Soil Science Challenge’. The new research grants will tackle soil research priorities around carbon dynamics, hydrology, biology and nutrients, and the soil/root interface

Information on how to apply for the Soil Science Challenge can be found on the GrantConnect and Community Grants Hub websites. Information about the National Soil Strategy can be found here.

Destination Australia Program scholarships

The Liberal and Nationals Government is encouraging more people to live and study in our regions, investing more than $1 billion in regional and remote education since 2016, including $93.7 million for the Destination Australia Program scholarships.

For more information, visit www.dese.gov.au/destination-australia

Stronger Communities Programme

The Stronger Communities Programme provides each of the 151 Federal electorates with $150,000 to fund small capital projects. These projects aim to improve local community participation and contribute to vibrant viable communities. Federal Members of Parliament (MPs) identify potential projects and invite applications from their electorate.

For more information https://sussanley.com/small-funding-grants-open-for-communities-across-farrer/

Preparing Australian Communities Program

Guidelines are now available for grants under Round One of the Preparing Australian Communities Program – Local. This round will provide $150 million for community projects that will improve the resilience of communities to bushfires, flood and tropical cyclones.

The Liberal and Nationals Government is committed to supporting communities to be better prepared for the impacts of future natural disasters.

Get a head start by visiting business.gov.au to preview the application form. You can also find support materials and FAQs: https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/preparing-australian-communities-local-stream

Rural and Regional Enterprise Scholarships

Students living in regional or remote Australia who have recently started tertiary study could be eligible for scholarship funding through the Australian Government’s Rural and Regional Enterprise Scholarships (RRES) program.

The Scholarships are open for study from Certificate IV to PhD level, whether face-to-face or online by distance. Get in now for Round 5 scholarships!

Visit www.dese.gov.au/rres for more detail

ONGOING PROGRAMS

The Local Sporting Champions Grants program

The Local Sporting Champions Grants program provides financial assistance for coaches, officials and competitors aged 12-18 participating in state, national or international championships.

If successful, applicants will receive $500-$750 towards the cost of attending their championships

www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding/local_sporting_champions

Saluting Their Service Commemorations Grants (STS)

STS grants support projects and activities that directly commemorate Australia’s servicemen and women who served in wars, conflicts and peace operations. STS grants also promote appreciation and understanding of the role those who have served have played in shaping the nation.

Further information is available on the Saluting Their Service (STS) page.

Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme Round 2

The NSW Government and Commonwealth have together contributed $30 million in additional funding to reopen the highly successful Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate (EWIR) program. New applicants in NSW can now access funding under the expanded EWIR scheme through the Rural Assistance Authority.

The EWIR scheme is designed to support NSW primary producers to invest in drought-proofing infrastructure to build resilience now and in future dry periods. The rebate provides eligible primary producers access to a 25 per cent rebate, up to $25,000, on purchases and installation costs of water infrastructure.

Applicants completing new works will have three months from approval of their application to complete the proposed works and provide invoices to the RAA to claim the rebate. Claims can only be paid until the closing date or earlier if available funds are expended.