Business Grants in Australia

24 government programs · 20 currently open · Updated February 2026

Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the business sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.

What these grants can fund

  • Business expansion and capital investment
  • Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
  • Workforce training and skills development
  • Technology adoption and innovation
  • Export and market development

Common eligibility requirements

  • Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
  • Must be operating in the relevant sector
  • Matching co-contribution may be required
  • Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds

Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.

Open programs

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Open·NSW·Up to $305,000,000
High Emitting Industries Funding

Grant funding available to help the manufacturing and mining sector reduce emissions.

Open·Commonwealth·$10,000 - $100,000
Urban Forest Fund Grant VIC

This program provides matched funding for organisations and individuals undertaking greening projects on private property within the City of Melbourne. Projects may include new green open spaces, tree planting, biodiversity projects, green roofs, vertical greening, and water sensitive urban design. Two funding streams are available: Stream 1 for high-impact greening projects ($30,000-$100,000) and Stream 2 for community-focused smaller-scale projects (up to $10,000).

Open·NSW
High Impact Partnership Grants

Apply for a grant to help you deliver your carbon abatement project.

Ongoing·NSW·Up to $50,000
Business Rebates - equipment and technology

Up to 50% rebate to a maximum of $50,000 for equipment or technologies that assist businesses to avoid, reduce and recycle waste and help them transition to a circular economy.

Ongoing·NSW
Net Zero Manufacturing Initiative

Supporting the acceleration and development of new clean technologies and clean manufacturing projects.

Ongoing·NSW
Clean Technology Innovation

Helping NSW's brightest minds make innovative climate solutions a global reality.

Ongoing·NSW
Business Equipment Upgrades

Support for upgrading business equipment.

Ongoing·NSW
Electric Vehicle Ready Building Grants

Grants to support buildings becoming electric vehicle ready.

Ongoing·NSW
Electric Vehicle Fleets Incentives

Incentives for businesses to transition their fleets to electric vehicles.

Ongoing·NSW
Hydrogen Refuelling Network Funding

Funding to support the development of hydrogen refuelling networks.

Ongoing·NSW
Net Zero Industry and Innovation

Support for net zero industry and innovation projects.

Ongoing·NSW
Business Decarbonisation Support

Support for businesses to decarbonise their operations.

Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.