What is a rebate?
A rebate reimburses you for part of a purchase or investment you've already made. Unlike a grant, you spend your own money first, then claim back a portion from the government.
How it works
You make an eligible purchase (e.g., solar system, LED lighting, energy-efficient equipment). You then submit a claim with proof of purchase, and the government reimburses a percentage of the cost. Most rebate programs are open-ended and non-competitive — anyone who makes an eligible purchase qualifies.
Advantages
- ✓Non-competitive — anyone who qualifies gets it
- ✓Fast assessment compared to grants
- ✓No project approval required upfront
- ✓Simple application process
Considerations
- ·Must have capital to spend upfront
- ·Limited to specific eligible purchases
- ·May require approved installers or suppliers
- ·Amount is typically smaller than competitive grants
Open Rebates
85 programsA concession program for green hydrogen producers to significantly reduce their electricity costs in NSW. Up to $1.5 billion is available to support the development of the green hydrogen industry and drive down production costs.
A legislated tax offset program that supports companies to invest in eligible research and development by offsetting some of the associated costs. The program provides refundable or non-refundable tax offsets based on company turnover and R&D expenditure proportions, with offsets up to $150 million.
A legislated program that supports companies to invest in eligible research and development (R&D) by offsetting some of the associated costs through a tax offset. The program is open to all industry sectors and company sizes, helping businesses conduct R&D they might not otherwise undertake.
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.
This program provides incentive payments to employers who hire workers with work-related injuries or illnesses who cannot return to their pre-injury employer. Employers receive wage subsidies for up to 12 months, an exemption of the injured worker's wages from workers compensation premium calculations for up to 2 years, and protection against further costs associated with changes to the worker's existing injury.
The King Island Subdivision Scheme grant program supports the delivery of new land to market on King Island by helping to cover the costs of development. Rebates are available to developers to help cover the cost of labour, materials, freight, road infrastructure and utility connections.
This program assists property owners developing residential land on King Island in Tasmania by providing rebates to help cover development costs. Rebates of up to $25,000 per lot are available to cover labour, materials, freight, road infrastructure and utility connections. Approved applicants can receive funding for a maximum of 12 lots per developer.
A Tasmanian Government initiative supporting the delivery of new land to market on King Island by helping developers cover the costs of subdivision development. Rebates of up to $25,000 per lot are available to help cover costs of labour, materials, freight, road infrastructure and utility connections, with a maximum of 12 lots per developer.
Program information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify details with the official source before applying.