Fishing Grants in Australia

This program supports SA commercial fisheries and aquaculture licence holders impacted by the algal bloom to invest in improving business resilience. Funding may be used for equipment purchases, upgrades, training, research and development, consultant payments, and algal bloom clean-up or repair costs.

This program provides funding to small businesses and not-for-profits in South Australia impacted by algal bloom occurrences. Funding can be used for standing business costs, financial advice, marketing, business adjustments, and employee retention. The grant supports marine and coastal industry businesses affected by the environmental event.

The Queensland Government Vessel Tracking Rebate Scheme offsets the costs commercial fishers incur to purchase and have approved vessel tracking units installed on their commercial fishing boats. Eligible costs include purchase and installation of approved vessel tracking units, with installation rebates capped at $220.

This program provides fee relief for commercial fishers, aquaculture operators, and charter boat licence holders impacted by the harmful algal bloom affecting South Australia's coastline. Relief is issued as 25% of total eligible annual fees, representing the affected quarter (April to June 2025). Eligible fees include PIRSA Fisheries and Aquaculture annual licence fees, Biosecurity SA Food Safety Scheme and audit fees, and aquaculture lease and licence fees.

Low-interest loans of up to $2 million for Queensland primary producers and commercial fishers to start or establish a viable commercial enterprise. Funding can be used for purchasing farms or fishing enterprises, becoming partners in family businesses, or expanding operations.