Scheme Directory

Arts South Australia (Department for Education)

A range of grants for South Australian artists, arts organisations, and creative businesses — supporting the creation, presentation, and export of South Australian art and culture.

Australian Apprenticeships

Wage subsidies and incentive payments for employers who take on eligible Australian apprentices in priority occupations and industries.

Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (Vic)

A wage subsidy program encouraging Victorian employers to hire eligible jobseekers — paying employers a subsidy for hiring people who have been unemployed, recently redundant, or are otherwise disadvantaged.

Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA)

A free national program training small business employees to become "cyber wardens" — improving cybersecurity awareness and practices to protect small businesses from cyber attacks.

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

A federal government program providing direct energy bill relief to eligible households and small businesses through credits applied to electricity accounts — delivered in partnership with state and territory governments.

Department of Industry, Science and Resources

Australia's main business support program, providing eligible SMEs with access to experienced business advisers and matched funding for commercialisation and innovation projects.

Austrade

Financial assistance for Australian small and medium businesses to develop export markets for their products and services.

Australian Taxation Office

Allows eligible small businesses to immediately deduct the full cost of depreciating assets (up to the threshold) in the year of purchase, rather than depreciating them over time.

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Provides free, independent business advice to NSW small businesses and people looking to start a business — delivered through a network of experienced business advisors across the state.

NSW Rural Assistance Authority (RAA)

Low-interest concessional loans for eligible NSW farmers and rural businesses affected by drought, natural disasters, or financial hardship to help them recover and remain viable.

NSW Department of Primary Industries

Free, confidential financial counselling for eligible NSW farmers, fishers, and rural small businesses experiencing financial hardship — helping them assess options and access support.

Service NSW

Provides eligible NSW small businesses and sole traders with a $1,500 rebate to help offset the cost of NSW and local government fees and charges.

NT Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade

Grants and support for Northern Territory agricultural producers to improve productivity, adopt new technologies, and develop new markets — supporting the growth of NT's horticulture, cattle, and cropping industries.

NT Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade

Grants and advisory support for Northern Territory businesses to grow, innovate, diversify, and develop new markets — including specific programs for tourism, manufacturing, and technology.

Indigenous Business Australia / NT Government

A range of business development grants, low-interest loans, and advisory services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs in the Northern Territory.

NT Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade

A package of Northern Territory Government economic recovery measures including job creation grants, wage subsidies, and infrastructure stimulus targeted at building a stronger NT economy.

Tourism NT

Grants for Northern Territory tourism operators to develop new or significantly improved tourism experiences — with a focus on Indigenous tourism, nature-based experiences, and outback adventures.

NT Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade

Support for Northern Territory businesses to develop export markets — particularly in the Indo-Pacific region — including grants for trade missions, market research, and international promotion.

Department of Science, Innovation, Arts and Tourism (QLD)

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

Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRAA)

Concessional loans for eligible Queensland agricultural businesses to invest in productivity improvements, infrastructure, and business development — including emerging industries like aquaculture.

Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (QLD)

A package of incentives for Queensland employers who take on apprentices in priority trades — reducing the cost and risk of training the next generation of skilled workers.

Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (QLD)

A wage subsidy for Queensland employers who hire eligible long-term unemployed jobseekers — helping both the employer and the employee to benefit from work.

Queensland Reconstruction Authority

A suite of grants and concessional loans for eligible Queensland residents, small businesses, and primary producers affected by declared natural disasters.

Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (QLD)

Provides dedicated business advisory, mentoring, and grants for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs and businesses in Queensland to start, grow, or strengthen their enterprises.

Tourism and Events Queensland

Grants and co-investment for Queensland tourism operators and event organisers to develop new tourism experiences, infrastructure, and events that drive visitor spending.

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts

Funds regional, rural, and remote communities to upgrade digital connectivity — delivering better mobile, internet, and data infrastructure to underserved areas of Australia.

Australian Taxation Office / AusIndustry

A tax incentive for businesses to conduct eligible R&D activities in Australia. Small companies receive a cash refundable offset; larger companies receive a non-refundable offset.

Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA)

Grants and concessional loans to help South Australian primary producers recover from exceptional circumstances — including drought, frost, floods, and disease events.

Department for Industry, Innovation and Science (SA)

Co-investment grants for South Australian businesses and research organisations to commercialise novel research — supporting the translation of discoveries into products, services, and jobs.

South Australian Tourism Commission

Grants for South Australian tourism operators to develop innovative new tourism products and experiences that drive visitor attraction and overnight stays.

Australian Taxation Office

A tax incentive for small and medium businesses to invest in energy-efficient assets and upgrades, providing an additional 20% tax deduction.

Australian Taxation Office

A 20% bonus tax deduction for small businesses (under $50M turnover) that invest in technology to support digital adoption — digitising their operations and improving cybersecurity.

Department of Natural Resources and Environment (TAS)

Grants for Tasmanian agricultural businesses to improve productivity, sustainability, and market access — supporting Tasmania's premium food and fibre industry.

Department of State Growth (TAS)

Wage subsidies for Tasmanian employers who hire eligible long-term unemployed Tasmanians — reducing the cost of taking on new staff while providing employment to disadvantaged jobseekers.

Business Tasmania

A range of grants, loans, and support programs for Tasmanian small businesses to help with startup costs, export development, innovation, and business growth.

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications

A federal scheme that assists eligible shippers of non-bulk goods between Tasmania and mainland Australia — offsetting the additional sea freight costs that disadvantage Tasmanian businesses.

Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (Vic)

Grants for Victorian businesses that are creating new, quality jobs and contributing to the local economy — particularly targeting businesses that are growing and innovating.

Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (Vic)

A free service helping Victorian businesses access major project procurement opportunities — connecting SMEs with large contractors who need local suppliers for government and major private projects.

Agriculture Victoria

Provides free, confidential financial counselling to eligible Victorian farmers, fishers, and small rural businesses experiencing financial hardship.

Department of Training and Workforce Development (WA)

Free support for apprentices, trainees, and employers in WA — helping apprentices complete their training and supporting employers to take on and retain apprentices.

Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (WA)

Grants for WA businesses developing or adopting clean technologies — supporting the decarbonisation of the WA economy and creating jobs in the clean energy sector.

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (WA)

Grants and support programs for Western Australian grain growers to improve productivity, sustainability, and market access — delivered through the Grains Research and Development Corporation and DPIRD.

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (WA)

Provides concessional loans and grants to eligible Western Australian farm businesses to assist with drought recovery, productivity improvements, and business development.