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QLD Advance Queensland Industry R&D Fund

Co-investment grants supporting collaborative R&D partnerships between Queensland businesses and research organisations to develop innovative products, processes, and services.

Department of Science, Innovation, Arts and Tourism (QLD) State / Territory Last reviewed: 20 April 2026

Indicative amount

Grants up to $2.5 million (matched)

Indicative amount only — confirm on the official page

What you get

Grants of up to $2.5 million (typically 1:1 matched by the business) for collaborative industry-research R&D projects with clear commercial pathways in Queensland. Part of the Advance Queensland innovation initiative.

Who it's for

small businessstudents

Relevant life events: small business

How to apply

1. Apply during an open funding round through the Advance Queensland portal. 2. Business must co-invest at least the grant value. 3. Must partner with a Queensland research organisation (university, CRC, etc.).

Documents you may need

  • Business financial statements
  • Research collaboration agreement
  • R&D project plan
  • Co-investment evidence

Informational only — confirm exact requirements on the official page.

Apply on the official page

You will be taken to advance.qld.gov.au

Source: https://advance.qld.gov.au/industry-research-and-development-fund
Last reviewed by AusSchemes: 20 April 2026