What it is:
The BDIP is a grant program that provides funding to businesses in the Northern Territory to encourage economic growth and diversification in key sectors, including agribusiness, renewable energy, and technology.
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What is claimable:
Funding for innovative projects, equipment, and business development activities that will have a long-term economic impact on the Northern Territory.
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Eligibility:
Businesses based in the Northern Territory working within designated industries such as technology, energy, or agriculture

What it is:
This program provides financial support and access to CSIRO’s research expertise for Australian small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that are looking to undertake research and development projects. It helps companies validate and commercialise innovative products.

What is claimable:
Vouchers that can be used for innovation projects like feasibility studies, product development, and technical validation.

Eligibility:
Australian SMEs with an annual turnover of less than $20 million that are engaged in R&D or product innovation.

What it is:
The Business Growth Fund helps Queensland-based businesses with high growth potential to scale and innovate. It provides funding to support business expansion, allowing companies to invest in resources and strategies to drive growth.

What is claimable:
Up to $50,000 to cover costs such as purchasing equipment, expanding operations, or developing new products or services.

Eligibility:
Queensland-based small to medium businesses with fewer than 50 employees and a turnover of at least $500,000. The business must demonstrate growth potential.

What it is:
The Accelerating Commercialisation Grant is part of the Entrepreneurs’ Programme, designed to help businesses bring new and innovative products or services to the market. The grant supports companies that have developed new technology or services but need help with the final steps of commercialisation.

What is claimable:
Matched funding of up to $1 million for activities such as prototyping, testing, scaling, and market launch.
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Eligibility:
Australian startups and SMEs with a commercially viable product or service that shows market potential.

What it is:
The Boosting Female Founders Initiative aims to help female entrepreneurs grow their businesses and overcome the challenges they may face in accessing funding and scaling their companies. The initiative promotes gender equality in entrepreneurship.
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What is claimable:
Grants of up to $480,000 for projects that help scale female-led businesses, covering things like product development, marketing, and operational expansion.

Eligibility:
Australian female-founded or female-led businesses with a high-growth potential, demonstrating the ability to scale and create new job opportunities.

What it is:
The NEIS is a program that supports unemployed Australians or those at risk of unemployment to start and run their own businesses. It provides training, financial support, and mentoring to help entrepreneurs launch successful ventures.

What is claimable:
Participants receive training in small business management, mentoring, and income support for up to 39 weeks while establishing the business.

Eligibility:
Individuals who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment and have a new business idea. The business must be viable and not currently trading in the same capacity.

What it is:
The Manufacturing Modernisation Fund aims to modernise Australia’s manufacturing sector by providing grants tomanufacturers who are looking to adopt new technologies and processes, such as robotics, artificial intelligence, and other advanced manufacturing techniques.

What is claimable:
Up to $1 million in funding for projects that involve modernising production processes, upgrading equipment, or integrating new technologies.

Eligibility:
Australian manufacturers that can demonstrate the potential for growth and competitiveness by adopting advanced manufacturing technologies.

What it is:
The Incubator Support Initiative provides funding to incubators that help startups grow and thrive. It encourages innovation in the Australian startup ecosystem by supporting incubators that provide early-stage companies with mentorship, training, and infrastructure.

What is claimable:
Up to $500,000 to support incubators in delivering services like mentorship, networking, and infrastructure to startups.

Eligibility:
Australian incubators that help innovative startups develop and scale. These incubators must demonstrate how they support job creation and economic growth.