G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
24 January  2024 
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Committee on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures  Original: English  
 
SUBSIDIES  
NEW AND FULL NOTIFICATION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XVI:1 OF THE  
GATT 1994 AND ARTICLE 25 OF THE AGREEMENT ON SUBSIDIES  
AND COUNTERVAILING MEASURES  
AUSTRALIA  
The following communication, dated and received on 12 January  2024, is being circulated at the 
request of the delegation of Australia . 
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Australia's 202 3 new and full notification provides details on federal programs and state/territory 
programs for financial years 2021-2022 and 202 2-2023 (the financial year be ing from 1 July to 
30 June).  
In some cases, it is arguable whether these programs are specific within the meaning of the 
Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures.  
Programs are included for the sake of transparency and without prejudice to the leg al status, effects 
or nature of the measures under the WTO Agreement  
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  Contents  
FEDERAL PROGRAMMES  ................................ ................................ .............................  8 
1   ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMMES  ................................ ................................ ...........  8 
1.1   Sustainable Rural Water Use and Infrastructure Program  ................................ ............  8 
1.2   Murray Reconnected Floodplains Project (pilot)  ................................ .........................  8 
1.3   Water  for the Environment Special Account  ................................ ..............................  9 
1.3.1    Commonwealth On -Farm Further Irrigation Efficienc y Program (Pilot)  .......................  9 
1.3.2    Water for the Environment Special Account – Water Efficiency Program (Delivery 
Partners)  ................................ ................................ ................................ ....................  10 
1.3.3    Water for the Environment Special Account – Off-Farm Efficiency Program  ...............  11 
1.4   Hydrogen Headst art ................................ ................................ ..............................  12 
2   FISHERIES PROGRAMMES  ................................ ................................ ...................  13 
2.1   Fisheries Research and Development Corporation Investment funding .........................  13 
2.2   Fisheries Assistance and User Engagement Package  ................................ ..................  15 
2.3   South East Trawl Fishery Structural Adjustment Package  ................................ ...........  16 
3   FORESTRY  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...........  17 
3.1   Support Plantation Establishment Program  ................................ ..............................  17 
3.2   Accelerate Adoption of Wood Processing Innovation Program  ................................ ..... 19 
4   INNOVATION  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 20 
4.1   Australian Centre for Quantum Growth  ................................ ................................ .... 20 
4.2   Boosting Female Founders Initiative  ................................ ................................ ........  21 
4.3   Critical Technologies Challenge Program  ................................ ................................ .. 22 
4.4   National Reconstruction Fund (NRF)  ................................ ................................ ........  23 
4.5   Powering Australi a Industry Growth Centre Program  ................................ .................  24 
4.6   Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnership (ESVCLP ) ................................ .........  25 
4.7   Venture Capital Limited Partnerships (VCLP)  ................................ ............................  26 
4.8   Australian Venture Capital Fund of Funds (AFOF)  ................................ ......................  28 
4.9   Industry Growth Program  ................................ ................................ ......................  28 
4.10   Biomedical Translation Fund  ................................ ................................ .................  29 
4.11   CSIRO Innovation Fund  ................................ ................................ .......................  30 
5   REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT  ................................ ................................ ...................  31 
5.1   Regional Growth Fund  ................................ ................................ ...........................  31 
5.2   Regional Jobs and Investment Packages  ................................ ................................ .. 33 
5.3   Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility  ................................ ................................ . 34 
6   RESOURCES  ................................ ................................ ................................ .........  35 
6.1   Critical Minerals Development Program  ................................ ................................ ... 35 
6.2   Resources Methane Abatement Fund  ................................ ................................ ....... 36 
7   SPACE PROGRAMMES  ................................ ................................ ..........................  37 
7.1   International Space Investment – India Projects  ................................ .......................  37 
7.2   Moon to Mars: Trailblazer  ................................ ................................ ......................  38 G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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  SUB-FEDERAL PROGRAMMES  ................................ ................................ ...................  39 
8   AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY ................................ ................................ ...... 40 
8.1   Innovation Connect ................................ ................................ ...............................  40 
8.2   CBR Screen Investment Fund  ................................ ................................ .................  41 
8.3   Priority Investment Program  ................................ ................................ ..................  41 
9   NEW SOUTH WALES  ................................ ................................ ............................  43 
9.1   Commercial Fisheries Fee Waivers (DPI Fisheries)  ................................ ....................  43 
9.2   Aboriginal Commercial Fisher Fee Waivers (DPI Fisheries)  ................................ .........  44 
9.3   Eat More Seafood (DPI Fisheries)  ................................ ................................ ...........  45 
9.4   Aquaculture Debt waiver (DPI Fisheries)  ................................ ................................ .. 46 
9.5   Startup Support Program (Jobs for NSW)  ................................ ................................  46 
9.6   Jobs Plus Program  ................................ ................................ ................................  48 
9.7   COVID -19 TechVouchers  ................................ ................................ .......................  49 
9.8   Physical Sciences Fund  ................................ ................................ ..........................  50 
9.9   Seafood Innovation Fund Loan Scheme  ................................ ................................ ... 51 
9.10   NSW Forest Industries Innovation Fund Loan Scheme  ................................ .............  53 
9.11   Coal Innovation NSW Fund ................................ ................................ ...................  54 
9.12   New Frontiers Cooperative Drilling  ................................ ................................ ........  55 
9.13   Critical Minerals and High -Tech Metals Activation Fund  ................................ ............  56 
9.14   Aboriginal Fishing Trust Fund (DPI Fisheries)  ................................ ..........................  57 
9.15   Accelerating Regional Innovation Fund  ................................ ................................ .. 58 
9.16   Regional Job  Creation Fund  ................................ ................................ ..................  59 
9.17   Regional Skills Relocation Grant  ................................ ................................ ............  60 
9.18   Hardwood Timber Haulage Subsidy Program  ................................ ..........................  60 
9.19   Hydrogen Hub Initiative  ................................ ................................ .......................  61 
9.20   Sub-metering Grants  ................................ ................................ ...........................  62 
9.21   Electric vehicle destination charging grants  ................................ ............................  63 
9.22   Electric vehicle fleets incentive  ................................ ................................ .............  64 
9.23   Electric vehicle fast charging grants  ................................ ................................ ...... 65 
9.24   Reliable Affordable Clean Energy for 2030 Cooperative Research Centre  ....................  66 
9.25   Tallawarra B power plant project  ................................ ................................ ..........  66 
9.26   Regional Community Energy Fund  ................................ ................................ .........  67 
9.27   Made in NSW International Footloose Film and TV Fund  ................................ ...........  68 
9.28   Post-Production, Digital and Visual Effects (PDV) and Digital Games Rebate  ...............  69 
9.29   Screen Development Funding: Audience and Industry Development  ..........................  69 
9.30   Screen Development Funding: Screen Development Grants  ................................ ..... 70 
9.31   Screen Development Funding: Screen Production Grants  ................................ .........  71 
9.32   Social Impact Pre -Accelerators Program (SIPAP)  ................................ .....................  72 
9.33   Scaleup Support Program – Southeast Asia Tech Immersion Mission  .........................  73 
9.34   Women Led Startup Program – Female Founders Program  ................................ ....... 74 G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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  9.35   Techstars Accelerator Program  ................................ ................................ .............  75 
10   NORTHERN TERRITORY  ................................ ................................ .....................  76 
10.1   Industry Support Grant program ................................ ................................ ...........  76 
10.2   Business Innovation Program  ................................ ................................ ...............  77 
10.3   Trade Support Scheme – COVID 19 Response  ................................ ........................  78 
10.4   Business Growth Program  ................................ ................................ ....................  79 
10.5   Smarter Business Solutions  ................................ ................................ ..................  79 
10.6   Aboriginal Business Development Program  ................................ .............................  80 
10.7   Jobs First Plan  ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 81 
10.8   Business Hardship Register  ................................ ................................ ..................  82 
10.9   Territory Business Lockdown Payment  ................................ ................................ ... 83 
10.10    Jobs Rescue And Recovery Plan  ................................ ................................ ..........  84 
10.11    Gas Supply Shortfall Relief  ................................ ................................ .................  86 
10.12    Aboriginal Tourism Grant Program  ................................ ................................ ...... 86 
11   QUEENSLAND  ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 87 
11.1   Vessel Tracking Rebate Scheme  ................................ ................................ ...........  87 
11.2   Collaborative Exploration Initiative Extension (CEI Extension) Program  .....................  88 
11.3   Guarantee to Translational Research Institute Pty Ltd  ................................ .............  89 
11.4   Made In Queensland Grants Scheme  ................................ ................................ ..... 90 
11.5   Advance Queensland Industry Attraction Fund  ................................ ........................  91 
11.6   Energy Queensland – Uniform Tariff Policy  ................................ .............................  93 
11.7   Origin E nergy – Uniform Tariff Policy  ................................ ................................ ..... 93 
11.8   Business Energy Savers Program  ................................ ................................ ..........  94 
11.9   Jobs and Regional Growth Fund  ................................ ................................ ............  95 
11.10    Superyacht Industry Development Fund (SIDF)  ................................ ....................  96 
11.11    Queensland Waste to Biofutures Fund (W2B)  ................................ ........................  97 
11.12    Biofutures Industry Development Fund (BIDF)  ................................ ......................  98 
11.13    Business Development Fund (BDF)  ................................ ................................ ...... 99 
11.14    Payroll tax rebate for apprentices and trainees  ................................ ...................  100 
11.15    Carbon Farming Advice Rebate Program  ................................ ............................  101 
11.16    Waste levy exemptions and discounts  ................................ ................................  102 
11.17    Industry Partnership Program  ................................ ................................ ...........  103 
11.18    Queensland Recycling Modernisation Fund (QRMF)  ................................ ..............  104 
11.19    Building Acceleration Fund (BAF)  ................................ ................................ ...... 104 
11.20    Business Investment Fund  ................................ ................................ ...............  106 
11.21    Employment Growth Rebate for Payroll Tax  ................................ ........................  107 
11.22    Essential Goods and Supply Chain Program (E GSCP)  ................................ ...........  108 
11.23    Invested in Queensland  ................................ ................................ ...................  109 
11.24    Queensland Renewable Energy and Hydrogen Jobs Fund  ................................ ...... 110 
11.25    Mount Isa Line Incentive Scheme (MILIS)  ................................ ..........................  111 G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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  11.26    Advancing Regional Innovation Program (ARIP)  ................................ ..................  113 
11.27    Advance Queensland Deadly Deals  ................................ ................................ .... 114 
11.28    Advance Queensland Ignite Ideas Fund ................................ ..............................  115 
11.29    Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships  ................................ ............  115 
11.30    Defence and Aerospace Industry Development Fund (DAIDF)  ...............................  117 
11.31    Manufacturing Hubs Grant Pr ogram (MHGP)  ................................ .......................  118 
11.32    Townsville Regional Recovery Action Plan – Mount Isa Mines Limited  .....................  120 
11.33    Queensland Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme  ................................ .............  121 
11.34    Queensland Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Co -Fund Scheme  ...................  122 
11.35    Freight subsidy for Northern Peninsula, Torres Strait and Gulf regions  ...................  123 
11.36    Attracting Aviation Investment Fund ................................ ................................ .. 123 
11.37    Private Sector Pathways (PSP) program  ................................ .............................  124 
11.38    Female Founders Co -Investment Fund  ................................ ...............................  126 
11.39    Accelerating Female Founders Program  ................................ ..............................  127 
11.40    Regional Economic Futures Fund  ................................ ................................ ....... 128 
11.41    Queensland Biomedical Business Attraction Program  ................................ ...........  129 
11.42    Hydrogen Industry Development Fund  ................................ ...............................  130 
11.43    Biofutures Acceleration Program  ................................ ................................ ....... 131 
11.44    Rent reduction for minerals exploration permits  ................................ ..................  132 
11.45    Rent deferral for critical minerals  ................................ ................................ ...... 132 
11.46    Collaborative Exploration Initiative  ................................ ................................ .... 133 
11.47    Resources Centre of Excellence Expansion  ................................ .........................  134 
11.48    Partner with industry to build ESG Excellence  ................................ .....................  135 
11.49    Establishment of Critical Minerals Zones in Queensland  ................................ ........  136 
11.50    WorkCover Queensland apprentice  premium discount  ................................ ..........  137 
11.51    Low Carbon Accelerator Program (LCAP)  ................................ ............................  138 
11.52    Electricity Tariff Adjustment Scheme  ................................ ................................ . 139 
11.53    Queensland Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund  ................................ ... 139 
11.54    Enterprise Acceleration Fund  ................................ ................................ ............  141 
12   SOUTH AUSTRALIA  ................................ ................................ ..........................  142  
12.1   Jobs and Economic Growth Fund  ................................ ................................ .........  142 
12.2   Regional Growth Fund  ................................ ................................ .......................  143 
12.3   Research and Innovation Fund  ................................ ................................ ...........  143 
12.4   South East Forestry Partnerships Program (SEFPP)  ................................ ...............  144 
12.5   South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program  ................................ ...........  145 
12.5.1    South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program (SARMS) Irrigation Industry 
Improvement Program (3IP)  ................................ ................................ .......................  146 
12.5.2    South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program (SARMS) Regional Development 
and Innovation Fund (RDIF)  ................................ ................................ ........................  147 
12.6   Regional Support  ................................ ................................ ..............................  148 
12.7   Screen Production Fund  ................................ ................................ .....................  149 G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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  12.8   Post Production, Digital and Visual Effects (PDV) Rebate  ................................ ........  149 
12.9   South Australian Video Game Development (VGD) Rebate  ................................ ..... 150 
12.10    Adelaide Film Festival Investment Fund  ................................ .............................  151 
12.11    South Australian Venture Capital Fund (SAVCF)  ................................ ..................  151 
12.12    Circular Economy Market Development Grants  ................................ ....................  152 
12.13    Business Sustainability Program – Assess -Implement -Monitor (AIM) Grants  ...........  153 
12.14    Recycling Infrastructure Grants ................................ ................................ .........  154 
12.15    Recycling Modernisation Fund - SA ................................ ................................ .... 155 
12.16    Economic Recovery Fund  ................................ ................................ .................  156 
12.17    Go2Gov  ................................ ................................ ................................ .........  158 
13   TASMANIA  ................................ ................................ ................................ ....... 158  
13.1   Abalone Industry Reinvestment Fund  ................................ ................................ .. 158 
13.2   Abalone Industry Development Trust Fund  ................................ ...........................  159 
13.3   ShellMAP  ................................ ................................ ................................ .........  160 
13.4   Investment Attraction  and Industry Development Program  ................................ .... 161 
13.5   AgriGrowth Concessional Loan Scheme  ................................ ................................  162 
13.6   Exploration Drilling Grant Initiative (EDGI)  ................................ ...........................  163 
13.7   Screen Innovation Fund  ................................ ................................ .....................  164 
13.8   Targeted Apprentice and Trainee Grant for Small Business program  ........................  165 
13.9   Accelerating Trade Grant Program  ................................ ................................ ...... 166 
13.10    Trade Alliance Program  ................................ ................................ ....................  167 
13.11    Energising Tasmania program ................................ ................................ ...........  168 
13.12    Building Construction Support Loan Scheme  ................................ .......................  169 
13.13    North West Job Ready Generation Package  ................................ ........................  170 
13.14    Building the Workforce to Build Tasmania (Hi -Vis Army)  ................................ ...... 171 
13.15    Advanced Manufacturing Business Improvement Program  ................................ .... 171 
13.16    Advanced Manufacturing Quality Assurance Program  ................................ ...........  172 
13.17    Advanced Manufacturing Tender Incentive Program  ................................ ............  173 
13.18    Advanced Manufacturing Skills 2 Manufacturing Program  ................................ ..... 174 
13.19    Advanced Manufacturing Accelerating Growth Program  ................................ ........  175 
13.20    Advanced Manufacturing Small Business Growth Program.  ................................ ... 176 
14   VICTORIA  ................................ ................................ ................................ ........  177  
14.1   Victorian Jobs and Investment Fund (VJIF)  ................................ ..........................  177 
14.2   Smart Enough Factory Program (SEF)  ................................ ................................ . 178 
14.3   Digital Common User Facility  ................................ ................................ ..............  179 
14.4   The Investment Support Program (ISP)  ................................ ...............................  180 
14.5   R&D Cash Flow Loans Initiative  ................................ ................................ ..........  181 
14.6   Jobs Victoria Fund  ................................ ................................ .............................  181 
14.7   Breakthrough Victoria Fund  ................................ ................................ ................  182 
14.8   Medtech Manufacturing Capability Program  ................................ ..........................  183 G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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  14.9   Latrobe Valley Economic Growth Zone Incentive Fund  ................................ ...........  184 
14.10    Technology Adoption and Innovation Program  ................................ ....................  185 
14.11    The Alice Anderson Fund  ................................ ................................ ..................  185 
14.12    LaunchVic  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 186 
14.13    Digital Jobs for Manufacturing  ................................ ................................ ...........  187 
14.14    Small Business Specialist Advice Pathways  ................................ .........................  188 
14.15    TARGET Exploration Grants – Resources Victoria  ................................ .................  189 
14.16    Forestry Transition Fund  ................................ ................................ ..................  190 
14.17    Portland Aluminium Smelter  ................................ ................................ .............  191 
14.18    Renewal Hydrogen Busi ness Ready Fund  ................................ ............................  191 
14.19    Neighbourhood Battery Initiative ................................ ................................ ....... 192 
14.20    Victorian Timber Innovation Grants Program  ................................ ......................  193 
14.21    Sawmill Voluntary Transition Package  ................................ ................................  194 
14.22    Community Development Fund  ................................ ................................ .........  196 
15   WESTERN AUSTRALIA  ................................ ................................ .....................  197  
15.1   Fremantle Container Rail Subsidy  ................................ ................................ ....... 197 
15.2   Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme  ................................ ................................ . 198 
15.3   WA Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship (DIIGS) Program  ...........  199 
15.4   WA Defence Industry Reskilling and Upskilling Grant Program  ................................  200 
15.5   WA Defence Industry Existing Worker Traineeship Program  ................................ ... 201 
15.6   Jobs and Skills WA Employer Incentive  ................................ ................................  202 
15.7   Farm Debt Mediation Scheme  ................................ ................................ .............  203 
15.8   Marine Stewardship Council Certification  ................................ ..............................  204 
15.9   Payroll Tax Exemption for Wages Paid t o Apprentices and Trainees  .........................  205 
15.10    Payroll Tax Indigenous Wage Rebate  ................................ ................................ . 206 
15.11    Charge Up Workplace Grant Program  ................................ ................................  207 
15.12    Spodumene Financial Assistance Scheme  ................................ ...........................  208 
15.13    Potash Financial Assistance Program  ................................ ................................ . 209 
15.14    Koolyanobbing Mine Financial Assistance Program  ................................ ...............  211 
15.15    The Co -funded Exploration Drilling Program  ................................ .......................  212 
15.16    The Co -funded Energy Analysis Program  ................................ ............................  212 
15.17    Local Cap ability Fund  ................................ ................................ .......................  213 
15.18    Collie Industrial Transition Fund  ................................ ................................ ........  214 
15.19    Collie Futures Industry Development Fund  ................................ .........................  215 
 
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  FEDERAL PROGRAMMES  
1  ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMMES  
1.1  Sustainable Rural Water Use and Infrastructure Program  
The Sustainable Rural Water Use and Infrastructure Program (SRWUIP) is a  major  program investing 
in rural water use, management and efficiency, including improved water knowledge and market 
reform, and water purchase for the environment. It consists of three main components: irrigation 
infrastructure projects (including those projec ts listed below); water purchase and supply measures. 
The majority of SRWUIP infrastructure funds are committed to projects in the Murray -Darling Basin 
to support implementation of the Basin Plan and the reduction in the amount of water that can be 
extract ed or taken annually from the Basin for consumptive use (urban, industrial and agricultural).  
1.2  Murray Reconnected Floodplains Project (pilot)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Murray Reconnected Floodplains Project (pilot).  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the project is to enhance wetland ecological function through enabling efficient 
delivery of environmental water to disconnected wetlands in the Edward -Wakool River system 
through upgrading irrigation infrastructure managed by Murray Irrigation Limited.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
This AUD  35 million Australian Government led program is funded under the Sustainable Rural 
Water Use and Infrastructure Program.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The funding is provided as a Commonwealth Standard Grant Agreement between the Australian 
Government and Murray Irrigation Limited.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
A Commonwealth Standard Grant Agreement was established between the Australian Government 
and Murray Irrigation Limited. The funding is provided through the delivery of gated milestones to 
Murray Irrigation Limited. Milestones must be delivered in full before payment is made.  
 Level of subsidy pe r unit  
Financial year 2022 -2023  
Head of expenditure  Breakdown of expenditure  Project cost  
Project expenditure  Equipment and materials  0 
Project expenditure  Labour  AUD 135,000  
Project expenditure  Other eligible costs  AUD 451,000  
Financial year total AUD 586,000  
 
 
 
 
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  Financial year 2023 -2024  
Head of expenditure  Breakdown of expenditure  Project cost  
Project expenditure  Equipment and materials  AUD 27,147,000  
Project expenditure  Labour  AUD 2,616,000  
Project expenditure  Other eligible costs  AUD 3,195,000  
Financial year total  AUD 32,958,000  
 Duration  
The project must be delivered in full by 30 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
1.3  Water for the Environment Special Account  
Murray -Darling Basin Authority modelling in developing the Basin Plan found that a combination of 
additional environmental water and improved capacity to deliver water through the system could 
increase t he number of environmental targets achieved by the Basin Plan. Amendments to the 
Water Act (2007)  establish the Water for the Environment Special Account and provided AUD  1.775 
billion to fund the measures. The increased environmental outcomes will be achi eved through easing 
constraints to environmental water delivery and recovery of an additional 450  GL of environmental 
water.  
 
1.3.1   Commonwealth On -Farm Further Irrigation Efficiency Program (Pilot)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Commonwealth On -Farm Further Irrigation Efficiency program (pilot) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Australian Government established the Commonwealth On -Farm Further Irrigation Efficiency 
(COFFIE) Program to assist irrigators in the Murray -Darling Basin to modernise and improve the 
efficiency of their on -farm irrigation infrastructure and return the resulting water savings to the 
environment. This program has been  delivered throu gh local delivery partners.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
This Commonwealth -led pilot program is funded under the Water for the Environment Special 
Account established through the Water Act (2007) . 
 Form of the subsidy  
Funding is provided through  a funding agreement between the Commonwealth and the local delivery 
partners. A comprehensive assessment process is undertaken for all projects prior to the approval 
of government funding. Water savings achieved through this program are transferred to the  
Commonwealth and are contributing towards an additional 450  GL of environmental water to be 
recovered through efficiency measures with neutral or beneficial social and economic impact for 
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 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is pro vided through a funding agreement between the Commonwealth and the local delivery 
partners. The pilot program was conducted in South Australia.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Up to AUD  15 million  was originally committed for the pilot program, with uncommitted funding 
from that program returned to other water saving programs on the closure of the COFFIE  pilot to 
applications . It should be noted that as part of the grant requirements, a portion of the project 
water savings in the form of water entitlements are transferred to the Commonwealth for 
environmental use.  
 
Actual Expenditure  
2021-2022 2022-2023 
AUD million  AUD million  
0.12 0 
 Duration  
The pilot commenced in September 2016  and closed to new applications in October 2018 . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
1.3.2   Water for the Environment Special Account – Water Efficiency Program  (Delivery 
Partners)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Water for the Environment Special Account - Water Efficiency Program  (delivery partners).  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Water Efficiency Program funds urban, industrial, off -farm, on -farm and metering infrastructure 
projects across the Murray -Darling Basin. Water savings from these projects will contribute to 
increasing the volume of water resources in the Basin that is available for environmental use by 
450 gigalitres with neutral or positive social and economic impacts.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The program is funded under the Water for the Environment Specia l Account established through  
the Water Act 2007  (Cth).  
 Form of the subsidy  
Funding is provided through a deed of standing offer process  between the Commonwealth and 
delivery partners, with the delivery partner having a contractual relationship with irriga tors 
participating in the program.  A comprehensive assessment process is undertaken for all projects 
prior to the approval of government funding  (by both the state and Commonwealth governments) . 
Water savings achieved through this program are transferred t o the Commonwealth and are 
contributing towards an additional 450  GL of environmental water to be recovered through efficiency 
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 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding i s provided through a procurement process with a deed of standing offer between the 
Commonwealth and delivery partners. The delivery partner is then responsible for delivery of the 
project as agreed and has a separate contractual arrangement with the organi sation receiving the 
irrigation upgrades.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total cost of measure is expected to be AUD  11.132 million.  
 
Actual Expenditure  
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD million  AUD million  
7.231  0.462  
 Duration  
26 July 2019 – 30 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available . 
1.3.3   Water for the Environment Special Account – Off-Farm Efficiency Program  
 
 Title of the subsidy  
Water for the Environment Special Account - Off-Farm Efficiency Program.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Off -farm Efficiency Program is a AUD 1.54 billion progra m designed to invest in infrastructure 
and provide water for the environment.  
 
Projects funded under the program will provide long -term benefits to irrigators by improving 
infrastructure efficiency and benefit communities by increasing water security and creating jobs. 
They will also help us to reach our river health targets of returning 450 GL by June 2024.  
 
Investing in water delivery infrastructure reduces water losses in the Murray –Darling Basin, 
providing benefits to water users and the c ommunity by sharing the water saved between water 
users and the environment.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The program is funded under the Water for the Environment Special Account established through  
the Water Act 2007  (Cth).  
 Form of the subsid y 
It is funded through the Water for the Environment Special Account and includes:  
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  • State Led Off -farm, with AUD 1.33 billion available to Murray –Darling Basin states for delivery 
of eligible off -farm proposals.   
• Off-farm Efficiency Grants Program, with AUD 150 million available through the Australian 
Government 's Business Grants Hub to deliver project proponents ' eligible off -farm proposals 
(now closed).  
 
State Led On -farm, with AUD 60 million available for Murray –Darling Basin state delivery of eligible 
on-farm proposals.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
• State Led Off -farm - Federation Funding Agreement Schedules are developed with states for the 
provision of funding.  
• Off-farm Efficiency Grants Program  – indidivudal grants managed by the  Australian 
Government 's Business Grants Hub to deliver project proponents ' eligible off -farm proposals 
(now closed).  
• State Led On -farm - Federation Funding Agreement Schedules will be developed with states for 
the provision of funding.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total cost of measure is AUD  1.54 billion . 
 
Actual Expenditure  
2021 -2022  2022 -2023 
AUD million  AUD million  
94.562  169.663  
 Duration  
3 March 2021  – 30 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available . 
1.4  Hydrogen Headstart  
 Title of the subsidy  
Hydrogen Headstart . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2026 -2027 – 2037-2038.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Hydrogen Headstart is a competitive hydrogen production program designed to bridge the 
commercial gap b etween hydrogen production costs and expected sales prices . The program aims 
to accelerate the development of a domestic hydrogen industry, putting Australia on course for up 
to 1 gigawatt of hydrogen electrolysis capacity by 2030 through at least 2 large scale projects.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The AUD 2 billion Hydrogen Headstart program was announced in the May 2023 as part of the 2023 -
2024 Budget. The Program reflects a responsive approach to global market signals. International 
hydrogen  industry support in other countries reflects strengthening international competition for 
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  the UK's hydrogen production business model, hydrogen production ta x incentives in Canada, a 
proposed contracts -for-difference program in Japan, and the European Hydrogen Bank.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The Program will use a competitive process expected to focus on cost and deliverability, to select at 
least 2 large Australian -based projects producing either hydrogen or derivative products made from 
hydrogen produced from renewable energy.  
 
Successful p rojects will be able to receive a production credit (delivered as a grant) over a 10 -year 
period to cover the commercial gap between the cost of renewable hydrogen produced from 
renewables and the sales price of that hydrogen or its derivative products.  The agreed subsidy 
amount will be paid quarterly in arrears based on actual annual production volumes.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Proposed eligibility requirements include that projects must be:  
 
- A new deployment of renewable hydrogen production   
- 100% powered by renewable energy  
- At minimum 50MW in deployment size  
- A project located on a single site located in Australia  
- Have a valid commercial case for the end use of hydrogen.  
 
Eligible applications are considered by ARENA  who make recommendations to the decision maker on 
the merits of each application  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The subsidy amount for each successful project will be determined through the competitive process 
and subsequent contractual negotiations. The subsi dy amount will likely differ for each successful 
project.  
 Duration  
Maximum 10 -year period for each successful project.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available . 
2  FISHERIES PROGRAMMES  
2.1  Fisheries Research and Development Corporation Investment funding  
 Title of the subsidy  
Fisheries research, development and extension project funding.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The FRDC's vision is for Australia to have vibrant fishing and aquaculture sectors which adopt world 
class research to achieve sustainability and prosperity with the planned outcome to increase 
economic, social and environmental benefits for Australian fishing and aquaculture, and the wider 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
FRDC  is a statutory corporation within the Australian Government's Agriculture portfolio and is 
accountable to the Parliament of Australia through the Minister for. Revenue for RD&E investment 
is based on a co -funding partnership model between the Australian G overnment and  fishing and 
aquaculture industries. The Corporation was formed on 2 July 1991 and operates under two key 
pieces of legislation the Primary Industries Research and Development Act 1989  (PIRD Act) and the 
Public Governance, Performance and Acc ountability Act 2013  (PGPA Act). The PIRD Act permits 
funding and administration of research and development relating to primary industries with a view 
to: 
 
(i) increasing the economic, environmental and social benefits to members of primary industries 
and to the community in general by improving the production, processing, storage, transport 
or marketing of the products of primary industries; and  
 
(ii) achieving the sustainable use and sustainable management of natural resources; and  
 
(iii) making more eff ective use of the resources and skills of the community in general and the 
scientific community in particular; and  
 
(iv) supporting the development of scientific and technical capacity; and  
 
(v) developing the adoptive capacity of primary producers; and  
 
(vi) improving accountability for expenditure on research and development activities in relation 
to primary industries.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants. FRDC plans , invest s in and manage s research and development for fishing and aquaculture, 
and the wider commun ity and encourage s adoption of the resulting knowledge and innovation for 
impact . Our stakeholders are Indigenous, commercial and recreational fishers and aquaculture, 
including people involved in post -harvest activities, fisheries management, research, in novation, 
extension, the Australian Government and the Australian community . Funding applications are  
submitted to the FRDC with a comprehensive assessment process undertaken on these applications 
prior to the approval of funding. Projects approved receive  funding to undertake a specific research 
activity through milestone reports that are monitored by the FRDC.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Priorities for projects are set by the state/territory and commonwealth jurisdictions via research 
advisory committees as well as industry groups managed through industry partnership agreements. 
Funding is provided through a project funding agreement betwe en the FRDC and the 
applicant/research partner organisation who are selected through open and contestable public 
funding rounds and at times select tender processes.  
 
Recipients range from research institutions and universities to businesses and individuals and relate 
to aquaculture, commercial, indigenous, post -harvest and recreational fishing activities.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
RD&E projects vary in both their timeframe and budget and can range from several thousand 
Australian dollars to over AUD 1 million. In -kind contributions are also provided by the applicant and 
third parties in amounts similar to the FRDCs contribution.  
 
The FRDC invested AUD 33.0 million in research and development expenditure for 2022 -2023 
financial year (AUD 30.7 milli on in 2021 -2022). FRDC had 451 active projects  under management  
during the 2022-2023 financial year  (405 active  projects under management  during the 2021-2022 
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 Duration  
Ongoing. Each year the FRDC fund research projects which have an averag e duration of three years 
but can range anywhere between several months to five years.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
2.2  Fisheries Assistance and User Engagement Package  
 Title of the subsidy  
Fisheries Assistance and User Engagement Package  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 to 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Five new Australian Marine Park management plans covering 44 Australian Marine Parks came into 
effect on 1 July 2018. This bring the total of Australian Marine Parks managed by the Director of 
National Parks, on behalf of the Commonwealth of Australia, to 58 – covering around 1/3 of 
Australia's Exclusive Economic Zone at some 2.7 million km2. 
 
As part of the coming into effect the Australian Government provides transitional assistance to 
fishers directly affected by the new management arrangements as well as grants to engage those 
sectors and groups with an interest in Australian Marine Parks the opportunity to undertake projects 
that contribute to their management.  
 
The Package provides:  
 
(i) Fishing Business Assistance Grants – assistance to directly affected commercial fishers wi th a 
recent history of fishing in Australian Marine Parks as they adjust their business to the new operating 
environment.   
 
(ii) Our Marine Parks Grants – to help marine users and industries engage in marine park 
management. The first round of the element  of the package closed on 12 March 2019. The second 
round will open in the second half of 2019.  The projects will include a range of activities, such as 
communication products to educate people and raise awareness of the parks, marine research, and 
suppor ting the engagement of Indigenous people and Traditional Owners in park management.  
 
(iii) Vessel Monitoring System Assistance -to encourage uptake of vessel monitoring systems. This 
element is being progressed through Parks Australia and fisheries managem ent agencies.  
 
(iv) Coral Sea Fishery Licence Buy -out – direct assistance to commercial fishers holding either trawl 
or trap endorsements in the Commonwealth managed Coral Sea Fishery through a voluntary licence 
buy-back based on the closure of 99.8% of th e fishery to these methods.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The package is funded and managed through the Department of the Environment and Energy. 
Australian Marine Parks are Commonwealth reserves in Commonwealth marine areas declared under 
section 344 of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 . The Director of 
National Parks manages Australian Marine Parks.  
 Form of the subsidy  
One-off grants. G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Fishing Business Assistance Grants – One off assistance grants were provided to eligible 
fishers/licence holders with a history of operating in one or more of the affected Australian Marine 
Parks that are now closed to their operations based on the extent of their operations within these 
areas.  
 
Our Marine Parks Grants – Grants provided to Australian marine park user groups/fishing industry 
peak organisations to engage them in the management of parks. Grants to be run over two rounds.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
In total AUD 35 million has been pr ovided over the life of the package . 
 Duration of the subsidy  
Financial years 2021-2022 to 2022-2023. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
2.3  South East Trawl Fishery Structural Adjustment Package  
 Title of the subsidy  
South East Trawl Fishery Structural Adjustment Package  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022 -2023, 2023 -24 and 2024 -25. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the sub sidy 
The AUD 24 million South East Trawl Fishery Structural Adjustment package was designed to  
support industry through the implementation of necessary management changes in the South East 
Trawl Fishery  to address the decline of some species below sustaina ble limits.  The program objective 
was to provide financial support to fishers who wish ed to transition out of the South East Trawl 
Fishery through the voluntary surrender of their boat Statutory Fishing Rights (SFRs).  
 
The package also included funding to  allow the Australian Fisheries Management Authority to 
partially waive levies for remaining concession holders in the South East Trawl Fishery over three 
years from 2022 -2023 to 2024 -2025.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Within the South East Tr awl Fishery several species have declined below sustainable limits and are 
not recovering. This is despite the best efforts of fishers in avoiding targeted fishing of  at-risk 
species, and reduced catch limits for these species over the past 30 years. Research shows the 
decline is likely being driven by a combination of external environmental factors including climate 
change, rather than by current fishing effort.  
To ad dress this decline, the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) Commission agreed 
to implement significant catch limit reductions several  species from the start of the fishing season 
on 1 May 2022, as well as extensive closures of key fishing grou nds in the South East Trawl Fishery 
from 1 May 2023. While these management measures are necessary to safeguard future 
environmental sustainability of fish stocks and halt species decline, they are likely to have a 
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  The government responded with a commitment to deliver a structural adjustment package for the 
South East Trawl Fishery. The commitment was confirmed in the October 2022 Budget and included:  
• AUD 20 million in 2022-2023 to purchase the surrender of boat Statutory Fishing Rights  
from eligible fishers that want to transition out of the South East Trawl Fishery   
• AUD 3 million over three years from 2022-2023 to partially waive AFMA levies for the 
remai ning concession holders in the South East Trawl Fishery.   
• AUD 1 million in 2022-2023 to ensure effective delivery of the package.  
 Form of the subsidy  
A limited tender procurement mechanism was used to purchase the surrender of boat Statutory 
Fishing Rights  from eligible concession holders. AUD  19.5 million was expensed in 2022 -2023 for 
the surrender of 21 boat Statutory Fishing Rights.  
 
AUD 3 million over three years from 2022 -2023 will be appropriated to the Australian Fisheries 
Management Authority to of fset the cost of waiving levies for remaining concession holders in the 
South East Trawl Fishery while they adjust to reduced catch limits and fishing ground closures.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding was provided to successful tenderers wh o wished to surrender their boat Statutory Fishing 
Rights. Funding to offset the partial waiving of management levies is directly appropriated to the 
Australian Fisheries Management Authority.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
A total of AUD  19.5 million was expe nsed in 2022 -2023 to purchase the surrender of 21 boat 
Statutory Fishing Rights in the South East Trawl Fishery. The tender process is now complete and 
no further funds will be expensed for this purpose.  
 
AUD 1 million per year over three years from 2022 -2023 is appropriated to the Australian Fisheries 
Management Authority for partial waiving of levies.  
 Duration  
Funding for the delivery of the structural adjustment process was delivered in 2022 -2023.  Funding 
for partial waiving of levels will continue un til 2024 -2025.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
3  FORESTRY  
3.1  Support Plantation Establishment Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Support Plantation Establishment program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2023-2024 to  2026-2027. G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Australian Government  has committed AUD 73.76 million in grant funding over four years from 
2023–2024. The funding supports the establishment of new long -rotation softwood and hardwood 
plantation forests in Australia.  
 
The objectives of the program are to:  
• increase future plantation forest resources available for processing, as well as for plantation 
forest man agement, harvesting and haulage employment  
 
• support private industry, First Nations businesses, farm foresters and state and territory 
forestry bodies to expand the Australian plantation forest estate  
 
• contribute to meeting Australia 's carbon emission redu ction targets, including under the 
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, and the Kyoto Protocol to the 
Climate Change Convention.  
 
The grants require applicants to provide a co -contribution at least equal to the grant amount . 
 Background an d authority for the subsidy  
The Australian Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has authority over the program. This 
is through the Industry Research and Development Act 1986  and the Industry Research and 
Development (Support Plantation Establi shment Program) Instrument 2023 . 
Current estimates predict a shortfall of 3.4 million m3 in 2050 between domestic production and 
demand for softwood sawlogs if domestic production remains constant at 2015 –16 levels. This need 
for growth comes at a time whe n Australia 's plantation forest estate has been in decline  for over a 
decade. Action now will increase Australia 's future timber supply and mitigate against future 
dependence on import timber markets.  
The program 's funding will support the establishment of new long-rotation softwood and hardwood 
plantation forests  and assist the sector to respond to the projected growth in demand for 
domestically sourced timber resources . Through focusing on long -rotation plantation forests, the 
program 's key intended outcomes are to increase domestic timber supply , particularly construction 
and manufacturing timber resources, and to contribute to Australia 's carbon emissions reduction 
commitments.  
 
The Australian Government will prov ide funding of AUD 2,000 (GST exclusive) per  1 hectare of new  
long-rotation  plantation forest established.  
 
• The minimum grant amount is AUD 40,000 (GST exclusive).  
 
• There is no maximum grant amount, provided grant funding is available.  
Grantees are required to provide a co -contribution at least equal  to the grant amount awarded.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The subsidy is provided via grant arrangements.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Grants are open to Australian private industry, First  Nations businesses, farm foresters and state 
and territory government forestry bodies.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Applicants can apply for minimum funding of $40,000, with no maximum providing that funding is 
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2023 –2024  
AUD million  2024 –2025  
AUD million  2025 –2026  
AUD million  2026 –2027  
AUD million  Total  
AUD million  
6.949  22.426  27.426  16.959  73.760  
 Duration  
Funding will be available across multiple rounds from  financial years  2023–2024 to 2026 –2027. 
Individual grants can range from 1 -4 years in duration.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is  available.   
 
3.2  Accelerate Adoption of Wood Processing Innovation Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Accelerate Adoption of Wood Processing Innovation grant opportunity . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Australian Government committed to the Accelerate Adoption of Wood Processing Innovation 
Program in the 2022 -2023 Budget by providing grant funding of AUD 110 million over five years 
from 2022 -2023, to co -invest with privately -owned wood processors to adopt new and upgraded 
wood processing facilities.  
The program aims to enhance the forestry sectors ' ability to supply more of Australia 's wood 
demands into the fu ture. 
The grants will support the medium to long -term sustainability of wood processers to:  
• adopt innovative practices to improve their use of available wood supplies  
• increase their production facilities  
• add value to existing and new product lines  
• reduce t he industry 's carbon footprint.  
The program offers co -funding of up to 4 0% of total project costs, with the remaining 6 0% to be 
met by the applicant.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The program is established under the Industry Research and Development (Accelerate Adoption of 
Wood Processing Innovation Program) Instrument 2022 . 
 
The grants are designed to support the medium to long -term sustainability of wood processors by 
stimulating investment in upgrades to existing manufacturing lines, as well as supporting innovation 
to diversify domestic product. Enabling wood processing facilitates to use innovative technologies in 
their production will enhance the sectors ' ability to  supply more of Australia 's wood demands into the 
future.  
This stimulus is in response to global demand for wood and wood products which is expected to 
increase significantly over the next 25  years. In Australia alone, demand for wood and wood products 
is anticipated to increase by at least 3 0% by 2050 (based on 2014 levels).  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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  The increased demand for timber supplies have been compounded by both domestic and global 
events in recent years.  This includes the 2019 -20 bushfires which impacted greater than 
130,0 00 hectares of native forests and global supply chain issues and production slowdowns related 
to the effects of COVID -19. 
The increase in demand and disruptions to supply highlighted the need for Australia to expand the 
capacity and capability of domestic wood production. This will improve domestic sources of 
in-demand products, make better use of existing timber supplies and allow industry to be more 
resilient to future supply chain issues.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The subsidy is provided via grant arrangement s. 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Grants were made available to privately owned wood processing facilities.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grantees could apply for funding between AUD 1 million to AUD 5 million.  
 
The following table provides the volume  of funding available in each financial year : 
 
2022 -2023  
AUD million  2023 -2024  
AUD million  2024 -2025  
AUD million  2025 -2026  
AUD million  TOTAL  
AUD million  
15 35 35 25 110 
 Duration  
Grant funding is available from 2022 -2023 through to 2025 -2026.  Individual grants can range from 
1-4 years in duration.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
4  INNOVATION  
4.1  Australian Centre for Quantum Growth  
 Title of the  subsidy  
Australian Centre for Quantum Growth . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022-2023 to 2026 -27. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Australian Centre for Quantum Growth grant aims to support  a network of organisations to 
undertake industry growth activities to support the Australian quantum technology sector and 
catalyse demand for Australian quantum technologies. The Centre is exp ected to e ducate adjacent 
industries on the benefits of adopting quantum technologies,  connect end users of quantum 
technology to Australian researchers and start -ups for collaborative R&D projects  and bui ld 
relationships with key international counterpart s to facilitate export and collaboration opportunities.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The program was funded in 2023 as part of the Growing Priority Technologies – Quantum, Robotics 
and AI  budget announcement .  It supports the achievement of the  pillars set out in the National 
Quantum Strategy.   
 
The Program Authority will come from  the directions and grant opportunity guidelines issued by the 
Minister for Industry and Science. These are expected to be launched in late 2023.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The grant will  awarded competitively on the basis of eligibility and merit criteria published in the 
grant opportunity guidelines.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Eligibility criteria will be set out in the grant opportunity guidelines, expected to  be published in late 
2023. Applications will be required to be in the form of a consortia, with a lead entity responsible for 
the project.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Single grant of up to AUD  18.5 million.   
 Duration  
March 2024 to June 2027.  
 Statistical da ta permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
4.2  Boosting Female Founders Initiative  
 Name of the subsidy  
Boosting Female Founders Initiative . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The program provides targeted support on a co -contribution basis to female founders of startup 
businesses (startups) to scale into domestic and global mark ets. The program also provides expert 
mentoring and advice to meritorious applicants.  
 
The objectives of this program are to stimulate private sector investments into innovative startups 
led by women. Help women entrepreneurs overcome the disadvantages fa ced in getting access to 
finance and support to grow their startups. Enable female founders to scale -up, expand into domestic 
and global markets, and become self -sufficient and boost the economy through increasing the 
diversity of startup founders.  
 Backgro und and authority for the subsidy  
The Initiative was introduced as part of the 2018  Women 's Economic Security Statement (WESS) 
and expanded as part of the 2020 WESS. A public consultation was held in 2019 to inform the design 
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  consultation showed that female entrepreneurs faced three key challenges when establishing and 
growing a startup: access to funding, lack of confidence, and access to networks for guidance and 
information.  
The Initiative was launched in 2020 with AUD 52.2 million in grant funding and AUD 1.8 million in 
mentoring funding over five years from 2020 –21 to 2024 -25. Grants available for the current round 
are between AUD 100,000 and AUD 400,000 (or up to AUD 480,000 for those who face additional 
barriers).  These barriers include, business head office is located in a regional area, business is 
indigenous -owned, at least one of the founding members is a person with a disability and at least  
one of the founding members has migrated to Australia as a refugee or humanitarian entrant.  
 
Five rounds of the initiative are envisioned over the 5 years. Grant amounts have differed across the 
three rounds.  
 
The Department of Industry, Science and Reso urce is responsible for administering this grant.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To be eligible, the business must be a female founded startup (majority owned and led by women) 
with an Australian Business Number.  
 
Grant s available for the current round are between AUD 100,000 and AUD 400,000 (or up to 
AUD 480,000 for those who face additional barriers). Five rounds of the initiative are envisioned 
over the 5 years . 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grants are given on a co -contribution basis, up to 50% for most applicants, and up to 70% for those 
from priority groups.  
• Round One was launched in March  2020 with funding to the value of AUD 11.87 million.  
• Round Two was launched in March 2021 with funding to the value of AUD 11.62 million.  
• Round Three is expected to be completed in December 2023 with funding to the value of 
AUD 11.6 million . 
 Duration  
The Boosting Female Founders Initiative will run over five  years from 2020 -21 to 2024 -25. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
4.3  Critical Technologies Challenge Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Critical Technologies  Challenge Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022-2023 to 2026 -27. G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Program will provide grant funding to address challenges of national significance using quantum 
technologies, po tentially in conjunction with other critical technologies such as robotics and artificial 
intelligence. It will use a challenge -based innovation approach to drive cooperation and collaboration 
between quantum researchers, startups and the wider community . 
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The program was funded in 2023 as part of the Growing Priority Technologies – Quantum, Robotics 
and AI  budget announcement . It supports the achievement of the pillars set out in the National 
Quantum Strategy.   
 
The Program Authority will come from  the directions and grant opportunity guidelines issued by the 
Minister for Industry and Science. These are expected to be launched in late 2023.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants will  be awarded competitively on the basis of eligibility and merit criteria published in the 
grant opportunity guidelines.  
 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
There will be two rounds, each comprising two stages.   
 
Eligibility criteria for round 1, stag e 1 feasibility study grants will be set out in the grant opportunity 
guidelines, expected to be published in early 2024.   
 
Applications for the second stage  (of round 1) , proof of concept grants, will only be  open to grantees 
that have completed a feasib ility study (stage 1) and are invited to apply for the subsequent round .  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The feasibility study grants are expected to be between  AUD 100,000  – AUD 300,000  per grantee. 
The proof of concept grants are expected to be between  AUD 1million – AUD 3 million  per grantee.  
 Duration  
March 2024 to June 2027 (expected).  
 
• Applications for round 1, stage 1 feasibility study grants are expected to open in early 2023, 
with applications for stage 2 expected to open in mid -2025.  
• Applications for ro und 2, stage 1 feasibility study grants are expected to open in mid -2024, 
with applications for stage 2 expected to open in late 2025.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade eff ects is available.  
 
4.4  National Reconstruction Fund (NRF)  
 Title of the subsidy   
The National Reconstruction Fund (NRF)  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) is being established to facilitate increased flows of finance 
into the Australian economy through targeted investment to diversify and transform Australian 
industry, create secure, well -paid jobs, and boost sovereign capa bility.  
 
The NRF will provide finance (including debt and equity) to drive investments in seven priority areas 
of the Australian economy:  
o renewables and low emission technologies;  
o medical science;  
o transport;  
o value -add in the agriculture, forestry and fi sheries sectors;  
o value -add in resources;  
o defence capability; and  
o enabling capabilities.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Australian Government announced the National Reconstruction Fund in the 2022 -2023 October 
Federal Budget.  
 
The National  Reconstruction Fund Corporation Act 2023  (NRFC Act) officially commenced on 
18 September 2023, establishing the NRF Corporation (NRFC) as a corporate Commonwealth entity. 
The NRFC will be an independent financier that operates commercially to deliver a po sitive rate of 
return. The NRFC is governed by a board who will make independent investment decisions guided 
by the legislation and the supporting Priority Areas Declaration and Investment Mandate.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The NRF will provide finance (includi ng debt and equity) to drive investments in seven priority areas 
of the Australian economy.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Investment decisions will be made by the independent NRF Board guided by the legislation, 
supporting Priority Areas Declara tion and Investment Mandate. The independent NRF Board will be 
responsible for developing and communicating their investment policies to businesses seeking 
investment.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 5 billon is available for investment on commencement of th e Act, and a further AUD 10 billion 
before July 2029.  
 Duration  
The NRFC Act officially commenced on 18 September 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
4.5  Powering Australia Industry Growth Centre Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Powering Australia Industry Growth Centre Program .  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 23-24, 24 -25, 25 -26, 26 -27.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Powering Australia Industry Growth Centre (PAIGC) has three policy objectives:  
 
1. Helping businesses to locally manufacture renewable energy technologies and 
commercialise local ideas.  
2. Encouraging connections between critical minerals produce rs and renewables 
manufacturers.  
3. Hiring a First Nations Advisor to build First Nations business management capabilities.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
As part of the 2023 -24 Federal Budget, the Government announced  $14.8 million to establish the  
Centre.  
 
Program authority comes from the Powering Australia Industry Growth Centre Guidelines issued by 
the Minister for Industry and Science on 22 May 2023.  
 Form of the subsidy  
One AUD  14 million grant.   
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The PAIGC will be funded through a funding agreement stipulating the terms and conditions of the 
grant.  
 
The decision on the grant recipient will be made following finalisation of a competitive process.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total program expenditure  for each financial year.  
 
 2022 -2023 
($m)  2023 -24 
($m)  2024 -25 
($m)  2025 -26 
($m)  2026 -27 
($m)  Total  
($m)  
Powering 
Australia Industry 
Growth Centre   4.0 3.6 3.6 3.6 14.8 
 Duration  
The program runs across 4 financial years, from 2023 -24 through to 2026 -27.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
4.6  Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Par tnership (ESVCLP)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnership . G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnership (ESVCLP) program aims to stimulate the early 
stage venture capital sector in Australia. The program:  
 
• helps fund managers attract pooled capital, so they can raise new venture capital funds of 
between $10 million and $200 million to inv est in innovative early stage businesses,  
• offers tax benefits to fund managers and eligible investors,  
• connects investors with early stage businesses and  
• helps Australian businesses grow by receiving financial support and guidance from expert 
advisors.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The objective of the ESVCLP program is to increase investment into Australia 's early stage venture 
capital sector by providing a greater level of tax concession for investments through earlier stages 
of the investme nt cycle. Australia has a low proportion of venture capital in high -risk, early stage 
venture compared with OECD countries.  
 
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) 
jointly administer the program on  behalf of the Australian Government. Authority for the subsidy is 
provided under the Venture Capital Act 2002 and Income Tax Assessment Act  1936 and Income Tax 
Assessment  1997.  Policy ownership of the program is shared by DISR and Treasury.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Tax Benefits (offsets and concessions) . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Fund managers and eligible investors.  
 
The ESVCLP is an internationally recognised flow -through tax vehicle. This program provides a 10 % 
tax offset on investments in new Early Stage Venture Capital Partnership 's. Investors are exempt 
from income tax on capital and revenue gains made by the ESVCLP.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The benefit is revenu e foregone and not quantified.  
 Duration  
Ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
4.7  Venture Capital Limited Partnerships (VCLP)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Venture Capital Limited Partnerships . G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Venture Capital Limited Partnership (VCLP) program aims to stimulate Australia 's venture capital 
sector. The program:  
 
• helps fund managers attract pooled capital, so they can raise new venture capital funds of 
over AUD  10 million to invest in innovative Australian businesses.  
• offers tax benefits to fund managers and eligible foreign inv estors.  
• connects investors with innovative Australian businesses, and  
• helps Australian businesses grow by receiving financial support.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Venture Capital Limited Partnership (VCLP) regime was introduced in 2002 to support 
investment in eligible venture capital investments that would otherwise have difficulty in attracting 
investment through normal commercial means. By providing an internationally recognised vehicle 
for venture capital investment the VCLP also aim ed at increasing the level of foreign investment in 
the Australian venture capital market and enhance the capacity of local venture capital funds.  
 
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) 
jointly ad minister the program on behalf of the Australian Government. Authority for the subsidy is 
provided under the Venture Capital Act 2002 and Income Tax Assessment Act  1936 and Income Tax 
Assessment  1997.  Policy ownership for the program is shared between DISR and Treasury.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Capital gains tax exemptions (full or partial, depending on circumstances).  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Fund Managers together with investors planning to raise a venture capital fund can apply to register 
the partnerships as a Venture Capital Limited Partnership.  
 
A VCLP must be a new partnership rather than a restructured existing partnership.  Applicants must 
apply to Innovation and Science Aus tralia for registration under the Venture Capital Act 2002 (VCA). 
Innovation and Science Australia has delegated its decision -making powers for VCLPs to authorised 
delegates.  
 
If registered, a VCLP can then make venture capital investments in companies or unit trusts with 
total assets of not more than AUD 250 million.  The investments must also meet other criteria  and 
be held for a minimum of 12 months.  
 
A VCLP must meet ongoing registration and reporting requirements under the VCA to maintain its 
registrati on. Once registered both eligible foreign investors and fund managers can claim tax 
benefits. VCLP tax benefits differ for eligible foreign investors and fund managers.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The benefit is revenue foregone and not quantified.  
 Duration  
Ongoing . G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
4.8  Australian Venture Capital Fund of Funds (AFOF)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Australian Venture Capital Fund of Fu nds. 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Australian Venture Capital Fund of Funds (AFOF) program provides a fund structure that 
encourages investment in a portfolio of early stage venture capital limited partnerships (ESVCLPs) 
and venture capital limited partnerships (VCLPs). An AFOF can also invest in eligible direct 
investments of those funds. It offers tax incentives and provides diversification and flexi bility for the 
fund and its investors.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) jointly 
administer the program on behalf of the Australian Government. Authority is p rovided under the 
Venture Capital Act 2022 and Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. Policy ownership is shared between 
DISR and Treasury.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Tax concessions . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Investors, Fund Managers and Australian busin esses.  Fund managers can apply to Innovation and 
Science Australia to register a partnership as an AFOF.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The benefit is revenue foregone and not quantified.  
 Duration  
Ongoing . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade  effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
4.9  Industry Growth Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Industry Growth Program . G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
2021-2022  and 2022 -2023 (noting the program did not exist in this period) . 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The early stages of commercialisation and business growth can be high risk and high cost, resulting 
in significant challenges for many small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) . The Industry Growth 
Program will support innovative by providing advice and matched grant funding to SMEs in National 
Reconstruction Fund priority areas.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Industry Growth Program was announced in the 2023 -24 Federal Budget. It has not  yet 
commenced.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Design of the program is underway. Eligibility criteria have not been finalised but are expected to be 
for small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) in the seven priority ar eas of the National 
Reconstruction Fund.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Not applicable. The program has not yet commenced.  
 Duration  
Ongoing . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade eff ects is available.  
 
4.10  Biomedical Translation Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Biomedical Translation Fund  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Biomedical Translation Fund is an equity co -investment venture capital program aimed to 
support the development of biomedical ventures in Australia by:  
• investing in promising biomedical discoveries and assisting in their commercialisation; and  
• addressing capital and management constrain ts, to encourage the development of 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Biomedical Translation Fund is a measure that was introduced under the National Innovation 
and Science Agenda (NISA ) to help translate biomedical discoveries into tangible products and 
services to deliver long term health benefits and national economic outcomes. The Department of 
Health has administrative and policy responsibility for the Biomedical Translation Fund an d works 
with the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science to implement the program. The Minister 
for Industry, Innovation and Science has issued program directions to Innovation and Science 
Australia under the Industry Research and Development Act 19 86. 
 Form of the subsidy  
Biomedical Translation Fund (BTF) makes equity investments in companies commercialising 
biomedical discoveries. The Australian Government allocated AUD  250 million and the private sector 
contributed AUD  251.25 million. The number an d amount of investments vary. Investment decisions 
are made by private sector fund managers.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Biomedical Translation Fund offers equity co -investments to eligible companies through three 
licensed private sector fu nd managers. Investments and the amount of funding depend on a number 
of factors. Investment decisions are made by the licensed fund managers in accordance with the 
program guidelines. The government is not involved in investment decisions.  
 Level of subsid y per unit  
As at 30 June 2021, the Biomedical Translation Fund invested AUD  247.9 million in 21 investee 
companies.  
 
Actual expenditure : 
 
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD million  AUD million  
TBC TBC 
 Duration  
The Biomedical Translation Fund was launched in December 2016 and is ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
4.11  CSIRO Innovation Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
CSIRO Innovation Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The CSIRO Innovation Fund aims to improve the translation of publicly funded research into 
commercial outcomes by investing in start -up and spin off companies, and small and medium 
enterprises (SMEs) that engage Australian research institutions to create products and services.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The CSIRO Innovation Fund was announced on 7 December 2015 as part of the Nat ional Innovation 
and Science Agenda (NISA). It was established to co -invest (government and private sector capital) 
in new spin off companies and existing start -ups that will develop technology from CSIRO and other 
publicly funded research agencies and uni versities. The CSIRO Innovation Fund was introduced to 
address the gap in funding very early stage technologies to translate research into commercial 
outcomes. The expectation over the longer term is to increase the number of companies that will 
be investm ent-ready for venture capital and private equity.  
 Form of the subsidy  
This CSIRO Innovation Fund makes equity investments in eligible companies. The government 
contribution to the fund is $100 million, with other private sector investors contributing 
AUD 142 million. Investments and the amount of funding is determined by an investment committee 
which includes independent members.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Investments in start -ups, spin off companies and SMEs are determined by an investment com mittee 
under the governance and decision -making structures of the CSIRO Innovation Fund and CSIRO 
Financial Services Pty Ltd (trading as Main Sequence Ventures as a separate legal entity).  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Up until June 2022 , the CSIRO Innovation Fund has invested in 27 companies and the amounts of 
these investments vary . 
 
Actual expenditure : 
 
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD million  AUD million  
14.7 2.3 
 Duration  
The CSIRO Innovation Fund was launched in December 2016 and is ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
5  REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT  
5.1  Regional Growth Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Regional Growth Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
To provide grants of AUD  10 million or more for major transformational projects, which support long 
term economic growth and create jobs in regions, including those undergoing structural adjustment.  
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  The Australian Government's grant funding, through this Program, is expected to leverage 
investment from the private sector, not -for-profit organisations and other levels of government in 
the regi on. 
 
The Program will fund projects across a range of key economic categories including, but not limited 
to: transport and communications, tourism, manufacturing and primary industries.  
 
The Program will fund projects that are for 'common -use' infrastructu re or private use infrastructure 
that will deliver significant and sustainable benefits to the region by creating jobs and flow -on 
benefits to the economy.  
The expected outcomes of the Program are to:  
 
• create jobs;  
• drive economic growth;  
• build stronger reg ional communities.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
In the 2017/18 Budget the Australian Government announced the establishment of a 
AUD 272.2  million RGF to support major infrastructure projects in regional Australia.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Direct gr ant. 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Regional Growth Fund is a competitive grants program. The program was run as a two stage 
assessment process. Stage One required applicants to submit an Initial Application for a competitive 
assessment agains t eligibility and merit criteria. Projects were then selected by a Ministerial Panel 
to proceed to Stage Two - Full Business Case. The Minister for Transport and Regional Development 
approved funding following advice from the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Cities and 
Regional Development.  
 
Funding proponents must be a legal entity, have an Australian Business Number (ABN) or Australian 
Company Number (ACN), and be one of the following entities:  
• a private sector business;  
• a State or Territory Government;  
• a local governing body as defined by the Local Government (Financial Assistance) 
Act 1995;  
• a not-for-profit organisation that has been established for at least two years.  
 
The grants deliver outcomes to communities in regional Austral ia through supporting such projects 
as: 
• the construction of a marine tourism precinct including an expanded ferry terminal and 
integrated transport and tourism hub; and  
• the upgrade and extension of a potato processing facility to increase production capaci ty. 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Department administers AUD  272.2 million. Grants range in amount with AUD  10 million being 
the minimum grant offered. The Program is providing grant funding for 15 projects.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
July 2018 to June 202 4. G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
5.2  Regional Jobs and Investment Packages  
 Title of the subsidy  
Regional Jobs and Investment Packages . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
To provide grants to councils and local businesses to help diversify regional economies, stimulate 
economic growth and deliver sustainable employment in ten pilot regions across five Australian 
states.  
 
Each region was committed funding of between AUD  20 million and AUD  30 million.  
 
In selecting each of the ten regions, the Government considered a range of factors including recent 
structural changes in the local economy and whether or not regions were under pressure from falling 
commodity prices and the down -turn in the mining and manufacturing sectors.  
 
In each region, Local Planning Committees developed Local Investment Plans that provided a n 
economic and strategic overview of the region, outlined future workforce needs, identified 
investment sectors and set out high -level strategic priorities. Applications had to align with key 
priorities identified in the Local Investment Plans.  
The Program  funds projects through three "streams":  
• business innovation;  
• local infrastructure; and  
• skills and training.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
In the 2016 Federal Election the Australian Government announced funding of AUD  200 million for 
the establ ishment of the Regional Jobs and Investment Packages program. An additional 
AUD 22.3 million was subsequently appropriated bringing the total funding to AUD  222.3 million.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Direct grant.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Region al Jobs and Investment Packages program is a competitive grants program. It is 
administered by the Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources Business Grants Hub 
(the Hub) on behalf of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Develo pment and 
Communications.  
 
All applications were assessed by the Hub against eligibility and merit criteria, as detailed in the 
program guidelines. The Department provided recommendations to the Ministerial Panel which then 
decided which grants to approve for funding.  
 
Proponents that sought funding under the Local Infrastructure and/or the Skills and Training streams 
were required to have an Australian Business Number (ABN), and be one of the following entities:  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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  • a not -for-profit organisation that is a legal entity and has been established for at least 
two years;  
• a local governing agency or body defined by the Local Government (Financial Assistance) 
Act 1995.  
Proponents seeking funding under the Business Innovation stream were required to:  
 
• have an Austr alian Business Number (ABN)  
• be non -tax-exempt  
• and be one of the following entities:  
o a company, incorporated in Australia  
o an incorporated trustee on behalf of a trust  
 
The types of projects approved include a mineral water manufacturing facility in Tasmania , a health 
services precinct in Queensland and a shellfish hatchery in New South Wales.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Department administers AUD  222.3 million for the program. A total of 233 projects were 
approved with the grant amounts ranging from AUD  5,454 to AUD  6.5 million.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
July 2017 to June 2022.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
5.3  Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility  
 Title of the subsidy  
Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility .  
 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy  objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) is to provide financing 
assistance to the States and Territories and to other entities for the development of Northern 
Australia economic infrastructure.  
 Background and authority for t he subsidy  
The NAIF authority arises from the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility Act 2016  (the NAIF 
Act). The NAIF Act was amended with the passing of the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility 
Amendment (Extension and Other Measures) Act 2021 . The NAIF Act was further amended with 
the passing of the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility Amendment (Miscellaneous Measures) 
Bill 2023 . 
 Form of the subsidy  
The NAIF manages a AUD  7 billion lending facility provided by the Commonwealth Government  that 
provides concessional financing to projects to accelerate infrastructure development and thereby 
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 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
To be eligible for funding by the NAIF an applicant must sa tisfy relevant mandatory criteria:  
 
a) Involve the development or enhancement of infrastructure;  
b) Be of public benefit;  
c) Be in, or have significant benefit for, northern Australia;  
d) For debt finance, be able to repay or refinance NAIF 's debt;  
e) Have an Indigenous engagement strategy; and  
f) For equity investments, generate a return to Government.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Actual expenditure:  
 
2021 -2022  2022/202 3 
AUD million  AUD million  
27.20  62.66  
 Duration  
The NAIF Act commenced on 1 July 2016 establishing the facility and the current window for 
investment closes at 30 June 2026.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is a vailable.  
 
6  RESOURCES  
6.1  Critical Minerals Development Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Critical Minerals Development Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022-2023, 2023 -24 and 2024 -25. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Australian Government established the Critical Minerals Development Program to provide 
financial support for early to mid -stage Critical Minerals projects . The objectives of the program are 
to:  
 
• support and lower the risk associated with criti cal development activities to help companies 
progress towards financing to proceed to production  
• support the global transition to net -zero emissions by 2050 through the development of 
Australia 's critical mineral resources  
• support economic development an d jobs in regional communities  
• support workplace gender equality, opportunities for First Nations communities.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The program was introduced in 2022 to run across 3 years. The grant program is managed through 
the Depa rtment of Industry, Science and Resources, through authority under the Industry Research 
and Development Instrument 2022.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Form of the subsidy  
Grants of between AUD  1 million and AUD  30 million.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The grant is provided  directly to Critical Minerals projects via an open -competitive application 
process. Projects are assessed by an assessment committee and funding allocations are decided 
based on public application criteria.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The grant program provides between AUD  1 million and AUD  30 million to any individual project. As 
at 06 September 2023, the program has allocated AUD  99.8 million of grants to 19 companies.  
 Duration  
The program funding was divided across two allocation rounds, each  containing approximately 
AUD 50 million of funding. As at 06 September 2023, all funding has been allocated.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
6.2  Resources Methane Abatement Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Resources Methane Abatement Fund  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2023-24 and 2024 -25. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The program intends  to develop and accelerate  the deployment of methane abatement technologies 
to reduce methane emissions in the resources sector, especially within the coal and gas projects. 
The program  supports the Australian Government 's legislated emissions reductions targets and 
commitments to the Global Methane Pledge . 
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Resources Methane Abatement Fund was presented as part of the 2022-2023 October Federal 
Budget. The Australian  Government support s the research and development of methan e abatement 
technology to reduce methane emissions in Australia.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Direct grants.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is provided through a grant agreement between the Commonwealth and the business/es 
and/or research intuition s receiving the grant.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Australian  Government has committee AUD  8.5 million in grants over two years . 
 
• The minimum grant amount is AUD  1 million.  
• The maximum grant amount is AUD  5 million.  
 
Projects that involve collaboration with industry partners/consortia require a mandatory co -
contribution from the industry partners that equals or exceeds the Commonwealth grant funding 
sought.  Joint applications made by research organisations are only eligible for one grant pe r project.   
 
The maximum project period is 19 months. Applicants must complete their projects by 30 April 2025  
 Duration  
The grant opportunity will run from October 2023 to April 2025.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No stat istical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
7  SPACE PROGRAMMES  
7.1  International Space Investment – India Projects  
 Title of the subsidy   
International Space Investment – India Projects  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The International Space Investment Initiative supports strategic space projects that build 
relationships with international space agencies. An India -focused expansion o f the initiative will 
provide support for Australian organisations to conduct joint space projects and build valuable 
commercial links with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the broader Indian space 
sector.   
 Background and authority for the  subsidy  
The ISI-India Projects program was announced in 2022 and  will run over three years from 2022/23  
to 202 5/26, providing Australian businesses with opportunities to become involved with international 
space agencies , established international space pr ograms , or relevant overseas organisations . 
 
The ISI initiative  supports the Australian Civil Space Strategy 2019 -2028 and legislative authority 
for the program is established through the Industry Research and Development (International Space 
Investment In itiative Program) Instrument 2020 . 
 Form of the subsidy  
The ISI-India Projects has AUD 20.69 million over four financial years from 2022/23 .  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Australian businesses and publicly funded research organisations with space projects that will 
showcase Australia 's strengths to the wo rld and  who meet the eligibility requirements set forth in G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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  the Guidelines.  The program is delivered through Grants Delivery & Business Services Division  and 
administered in  accordance with the Commonwealth Grant Rules and Guidelines 2017 . 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The ISI -India Initiative has AUD 20.69 million over four financial years from 20 22/23.   
 
The grant amount will be up to 10 0% of eligible project costs (the grant percentage). There is no 
co-contribution requirement.  
• The minimum grant amount is AUD 1 million  
• The maximum grant amount is AUD 10 million  
Actual Expenditure : 
 
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD million  AUD million  
0 0 
 Duration  
The ISI India Initiative was announced in the 2022-2023 Budget and provides AUD  20.69  million 
over four financial years from 2022/23.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of t rade effects is available . 
 
7.2  Moon to Mars: Trailblazer  
 Title of the subsidy   
Moon to Mars: Trailblazer . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Trailblazer program is  a flagship program to design, manufacture, and operate a 20 kg rover on 
the surface of the moon  and is a  cornerstone of Australia 's pledge to NASA 's Artemis program . It 
will be delivered through 2 stages and will eventually fund one major projec t to support NASA 's 
activities to return to the Moon and on to Mars.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Moon to Mars initiative was announced by the Prime Minister on 21 September 2019 when a 
new partnership between the Australian Space Agency a nd NASA was launched. The initiative forms 
an important element of the Australian Civil Space Strategy 2019 -2028 and through this initiative, 
Australian organisations will join with NASA and other international partners to bring Australian 
capabilities to space, the Moon, Mars and beyond.  
 
Legislative authority for the program is established through the Industry Research and Development 
(Moon to Mars Program) Instrument 2020 . 
 Form of the subsidy  
The Trailblazer program will be delivered through 2 separate grant opportunities:  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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  • Trailblazer Stage 1 – an open competitive grant opportunity providing up to AUD 4 million 
for up to two successful applicants to develop foundation services rover solutions through 
early mission phases to Preliminary Design Re view (PDR).  
• Trailblazer Stage 2 – a closed competitive grant opportunity to the successful applicant for 
Stage 1 providing an expected AUD 42 million to a single successful applicant, from 
Trailblazer Stage 1, to provide their foundation services rover as Australia 's contribution to 
a joint lunar mission with NASA.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Australian businesses and publicly funded research organisations with space projects that will 
showcase Australia 's strengths to the world.  
 
The program is  delivered through AusIndustry and administered in accordance with the 
Commonwealth Grant Rules and Guidelines 2017 . 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Trailblazer program commits AUD 50 million over a three -year period, commencing in 
2022-2023.  
 
The Stage 1 grant amount for each successful applicant will be a maximum AUD  4 million with a 
minimum co -contribution of AUD  1 million.   
 
The Stage 2 grant amount for the successful applicant will be a maximum AUD  42 million with a 
minimum co -contribution of A UD 10 million.  
 
Stage 1 has two successful winners and Stage 2 will have one potential successful winner.  
 
Actual Expenditure : 
 
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD million  AUD million  
0 4 
 Duration  
Stage 1 grants opened in December 2021 and closed on February 2022.  
 
Stage 2 grants will open in approximately May 2024 and close July 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
SUB-FEDERAL PROGRAMMES  
The States/Territories provide investment attraction/assistance programs (marked with a * under 
the individual State/Territory entries) designed to attract investment from and between the States. 
The following is an estimate of the aggregated le vel of funding for these programmes for the 
financial years 2021-2022 and 202 2-2023 together with the estimated number of firms 
assisted/investment packages offered. Due to the nature of these programs (which may involve in 
some cases the provision of advi sory facilitation services), the funding levels can reflect budget 
figures as opposed to actual grants paid.  
 
Financial Year  2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD million (approximate)  9.1 20.9 
No. of companies packages offered  In excess of 30  In excess of 40  
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  8  AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY  
8.1  Innovation Connect  
 Title of the subsidy  
Innovation Connect * 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Innovation Connect is an early-stage commercialisation program that provides matched -funding 
support for technology focused Canberra based start -ups and entrepreneurs to accelerate viable, 
innovative ideas along the commercialisation pathway.  
 Background and Authority for the subsi dy 
Innovation Connect was announced as a 2008 -09 Budget initiative by the ACT Government and 
was administered by the Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate, 
ACT Government. In 2018/19, the ACT Government entered into a partnership ar rangement with 
the CBR Innovation Network to administer the program. A Deed of Grant between the 
ACT Government and the CBR Innovation Network manages the partnership arrangement.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Direct grants . 
 
To be eligible to receive an Innovation Connect grant, a start -up/business must have:  
• a registered office and principal place of business in the A CT or have a business that is 
primarily focussed in the A CT; 
• an annual turnover of less than AUD  2 million; and  
• an Australian Business Number (ABN) at the time of signing the funding agreement  . 
 
The business must also be prepared to enter into a formal Deed of Grant with the CBR Innovation 
Network.  
 To whom the subsidy is provided  
The Innovation Connect (ICON) grant offers eligible early-stage innovative entrepreneurs and start -
ups an opportunity to apply for a competitive, matched -funded grant of between AUD  10,000 and 
AUD 30,000. The grant helps new starters get their projects to the next level, funding product 
development, technic al feasibility testing , market testing and customer validation exercises and 
develop ment of  go-to-market plan s. 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grants range between AUD  10,000 and AUD  30,000  
 Duration of subsidy  
Innovation Connect has funding appropriation to 30 June 202 5. Future appropriation will be subject 
to ACT Budget consideration. Since the partnership arrangement commenced, the duration of 
assistance to grant recipients  is agreed between the grant recipient  and the CBR Innovation 
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 Statistical data permitting as assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
8.2  CBR Screen Investment Fund  
 Title of Subsidy  
CBR Screen Investment Fund. 
 Period  covered by the notification  
Finan cial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy  Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The CBR Screen Investment  Fund is a business and industry development program that co -funds, 
alongside other investors, in commercially focused projects that are wholly or partly undertaken in 
Canberra, and with significant Canberra elements or Canberra based production content.  
 Background  and Authority for the subsidy  
The CBR Screen Investment  Fund is an ACT Government initiative established in 2018/19 to replace 
the Screen Production Fund, with a funding allocation of AUD  5 million over seven years. It is 
administered by Screen C anberra on behalf of the ACT Government.  
 Form of the subsidy  
• Late stage development (with market attachment)  
• Equity, debt and structured funding  
• P&A funding  
• Enterprise funding  
 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
Screen production companies undertaking all or part of their production in Canberra. Payments are 
made upon signing of a contract which specifies a drawdown schedule and meeting of milestones.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
In 2021-2022, the CBR Screen Investment  Fund supported 21 project s with a total investment of 
AUD 1.15 million . In 2022-2023, the CBR Screen Investment  Fund supported 11 projects with a 
total investment of AUD  503,832 .  
 Duration  of the subsidy  
The CBR Screen Investment  Fund has funding appropriation to 30 June 2025 . Future appropriation 
will be subject to ACT Budget consideration.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
8.3  Priority Investment Program  
 Title of Subsidy  
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 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial year 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Priority Investment Program (which supersedes the Key Capability Area Funding program) is a 
competitive fundi ng program aimed at facilitating collaboration between the ACT Government, 
industry, research and tertiary education sectors to attract investment and grow priority sectors of 
Canberra's economy.  
 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
The ACT Government commitment to economic development and the higher education and research 
sector is delivered by working in collaboration with institutions to support ongoing development of 
areas of strength, to diversify the economy and to stimulate economic growth.  
 
The Priority Investment Program builds on previous ACT Government investment to the higher 
education and research sector to develop critical mass and capability in the sectors that contribute 
to the ongoing diversification of Canberra's economy.  
 
The Program targets known priority sectors including, but not limited to, cyber security, space, 
defence, renewable energy, agri -technology and education; areas where Canberra has known and 
established strengths. The Program's design provides flexibility to enable the ACT Government to 
respond to other emerging investment opportunities that demonstrate strong potential, including 
from non -priority areas.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Competitive grants.  
 To whom  the subsidy is provided  
Projects that demonstrate involvement of a consortium of collaborators from industry and the higher 
education and research sector.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The initial funding commitment for the Priority Investment Program  ceased in June 2021. However, 
additional budge t funding in 2020 -21 provided for universities to conduct new research, purchase 
technology or commercialise intellectual property that would lead to the creation of new high -value 
jobs. A total of AUD  1.225 million in grant funding was provided under a on e-off Collaborative 
Innovation Co -Investment Grant program to two projects in the health and space, defence and 
education sectors respectively. The average allocation per project was AUD  612,000.  
 
Further, additional budget funding of AUD  3.5 million was provided for 2022 -2024 for the Priority 
Investment Program. In 2022-2023 two projects in the advanced manufacturing sector were 
awarded a total of AUD  2.2 million. The average allocation per project in 2022-2023 was 
AUD 1.1 million.    
 Duration  of subsidy  
The Priority Investment Program commenced in 2018 -19 and currently has budget appropriation 
through 2023 -24. Future appropriation will be subject to ACT Budget consideration.   
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  9  NEW SOUTH WALES  
9.1  Commercial Fisheries Fee Waivers (DPI Fisheries)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Fee Waivers . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years  2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The policy objectives for each of the three one -off subsidies were:  
 
• Facilitate the final stage of phasing out boat licences in NSW, subsidy only applied to certain 
commercial fishers who still held boat licences.  
• Support commercial prawn fishers in the Clarence region impacted by a biosecurity order.  
• Assist certain commercial fishers move to new management charge arrangements.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Fisheries legislation gives the responsible Minister power to partially or fully waive select or all 
relevant fees, thus providing some flexibility to deal with unexpected circumstances.     
 Form of the subsidy  
Waiving of all boat licence related fees (2021 -2022).  
 
Partial waiving of prawn related annual management charge fees (2022 -2023) for commercial fishers 
authorised to catch prawns in the Clarence region.  
 
Partial waiving of annual share management charge fees (2022 -2023) for commercial fishers holding 
shares in the 5 general sha re management fisheries.  
 To whom and how is the subsidy provided  
Certain NSW commercial fishers received the subsidy by way of not having to pay certain fees, or by 
a reduction in annual management charge  fees 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
2021-2022 – commerci al fishing boat licence related fees were waived for all boat licence holders as 
a one -off waiver coinciding with the complete phasing out of boat licences in NSW, equating to a 
subsidy of AUD  222,200.  
 
2022-2023 – partial fee waiver to commercial fishers authorised to take prawns in the Clarence 
region, due to impacts from a biosecurity control order, equating to a subsidy of AUD  38,660.  
 
2022-2023 – partial fee waiver to commercial fishers holding shares in the five general share 
management fisheries, to  aid transitioning to a new management charge framework, equating to a 
subsidy of AUD  137,737.   
 Duration  
This is not an ongoing subsidy program. Fee waivers are only used in special circumstances such 
as the above cases where the commercial fishing indust ry was impacted by natural disasters and 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.2  Aboriginal Commercial Fisher Fee Waivers (DPI Fisheries)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Fee Waivers . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years  2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To provide a small fee reduction in recognition that these businesses forego income and provide a 
social good by freely providing a proportion of their commercial catch to their local Aboriginal 
communities.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Fisheries legislation gives the responsible Minister power to partially or fully wai ve certain or all 
relevant fees.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Community Contribution Fee waived in 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 
Annual Fisheries Management Charges: 10% of normal fees waived in 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.   
 To whom and how is the subsidy provided  
NSW Abo riginal commercial fishers received the subsidy. It was provided by way of not having to 
pay the annual Community Contribution Fee in 2021-2022 and 2022-2023, and by receiving a 10% 
reduction in annual management charges during 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
2021-2022 - Annual Community Contribution Fee  fully waived (for 27 fishers/businesses) equating 
to a subsidy of AUD  2,700.   
 
2021-2022 - Annual Management Charge Fee,  partial fee waiver  (for 27 fishers/businesses) equating 
to a subsidy of AUD  7,589.  
 
2022-2023 - Annual Community Contribution Fee fully waived (for 26 fishers/businesses)  equating 
to a subsidy of AUD  2,600.  
 
2022-2023 - Annual Management Charge Fee,  partial fee waiver  (for 26 fishers/businesses) 
equating  to a subsid y of AUD  5,032.  
  Duration  
At this point in time there is no plan to remove the current fee waiver arrangements.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects is available.  
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  9.3  Eat More Seafood (DPI Fisheries)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Eat More NSW Seafood Grants  Program  (was Eat More Seafood in 2021 -2022, then Eat More NSW 
Seafood in 2022 -2023).  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year s 2021 -2022 and  2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To increase the value, through consumption of farmed and wild caught NSW seafood, increase 
shopper options across a broader variety of NSW seafood, and drive awareness and build social 
licence of the NSW fishing comm unity.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Eat More NSW Seafood Program (2023) is a grant program, funded by the NSW Marine Estate 
Management Strategy, and is designed to build the marketing and promotional capacities of seafood 
businesses. The total funding available through the Program is AUD  500,000 and eligible applicants 
can apply on a competitive basis for grants to fund small -scale local initiatives (less than 
AUD 10,000) and large -scale industry -wide or regional initiative s (AUD  10,000 to 100,000).  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
 To whom and how is the subsidy provided  
Grants to owners of a registered seafood business in NSW (at least 50% of the applicant 's business 
activity involves the production or sale (value or quantity) o f NSW seafood, NSW commercial fishing 
licence holders, fishing business owners in NSW, holders of an aquaculture permit in NSW, seafood 
industry associations or like -seafood industry entities whose members meet one of the above criteria. 
In addition, appli cants, or their representative organisations/employers, must hold an Australian 
Business Number/Australian Company Number, or be an incorporated association.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Variable s mall scale (less than  AUD 10,000) and large -scale (AUD  10,000 to AUD 100,000) grants.  
 
2021-2022 – grants both small -scale and large -scale milestone payments equating to a subsidy of 
AUD 242,894.  
 
2022-2023 – grants both small -scale and large -scale milestone payments equating to a subsidy of 
AUD 104,471.  
 Duration  
Anticipated to continue through to 2027 -28, in line with the Marine Estate Management Strategy 
2018-2028. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.    
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  9.4  Aquacultur e Debt waiver (DPI Fisheries)  
 Title of the subsidy   
Aquaculture Debt waiver - under DPI 's current Aquaculture Debt and Fee Waiver Policy AQP001  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Promote industry recovery from  adverse events such as flooding and disease .  The policy aims to 
promote viable aquaculture industries by providing short term debt relief in circumstances of 
financial hardship.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Fisheries legislation gives the responsible Minister power to partially or ful ly waive select or all 
relevant fees, thus providing some flexibility to deal with unexpected circumstances.  Section 288B 
of the  Fisheries Management Act 1994  and the Aquaculture Debt and Fee Waiver Policy 
(AQP001) which sets out the circumstances under w hich aquaculture related fees may be waived.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Full debt waiver of all annual lease and permit fees (permit contribution, research levy, lease 
security, lease rental).  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
2022-2023 - Aquaculture Permi t Holders (four - prawn farmers) were offered a debt waiver.  
 
2022-2023 - Aquaculture Permit Holders (366 – oyster and mussel leases) were offered a debt 
waiver.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
2022-2023 - fee waivers for four permit holders due to flooding impa cts, equating to a subsidy of 
AUD 2,414.  
 
2022-2023 - fee waivers for 366 permit holders due to flooding, equating to a subsidy of 
AUD 590,940.  
 Duration  
This is not an ongoing subsidy program. Fee waivers are only used in special circumstances such as 
the above cases where the aquaculture industry was impacted by adverse evemts . They require 
approval and are only offered as part of a specific event.   
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.5  Startup Support Program (Jobs for NSW)  
 Title of Subsidy  
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Startup Support Program helps promising startups to progress from proof of concept stage to a 
minimum viable product. The NSW Government supports startups as they will provide the pipeline 
of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that will grow future jobs.  
 
The Syd ney Startup Hub was established to leverage the power of clusters to drive the creation of 
the jobs of the future via the support of startups in Sydney's CBD.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Jobs for NSW Fund was approved as a four -year progra m (financial year 2015/16), designed to 
support high growth SMEs and startups to create new jobs in New South Wales.  
 
The Sydney Startup Hub provides rental and fit out subsidies to tenanted Startup support 
organisations so that they may achieve long -term sustainability and a pipeline of growing startups.  
 Form of the subsidy  
● Minimum Viable Product grant program – grants for early stages development of prototypes  
● Sydney Startup Hub – grants for fitout and rental subsidy.  
 To whom and how the subsidy was provided  
Minimum Viable Product grants are available as a milestone -based grant to pre -revenue startups 
with a demonstrable product or concept.  
 
Sydney Startup Hub subsidies are paid to selected tenants of the Sydney Startup Hub.  
 Level of subsidy  
The level of subsidies outlined below includes any rollover of project subsidies from the Innovate 
NSW Program to the Minimum Viable Product grant.  
 
Minimum Viable Product - 50% of project costs to a maximum of AUD  25,000.  Expenditure for 
2021-2022 was AUD 3, 783,783 and for 2022 -2023 was AUD 1,985,168.  
 
Sydney Startup Hub – AUD 9,952,255 in 2021 -2022 and AUD 2,387,460 in 2022 -2023. 
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Duration is agreed between the client and Jobs for NSW. The timeframe for project completion 
for the Minimum Viable Product is generally 3 -6 months.  
 
Sydney Startup Hub rental subsidies are paid over five years on a reducing scale each financial year.  
 
Sydney Startup Hub provided additional one -off rent relief assistance during COVID from 2020/2021.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
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  9.6  Jobs Plus Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Jobs Plus Program . 
 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial year 2021-2022 to  2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective  and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the Jobs Plus Program was to drive job creation in the non -government sector to 
achieve a successful recovery from the economic impacts of COVID -19, by creating 25,000 jobs to 
30 June 2024.   
 Background  and Authority for the subsidy  
The Jobs Plus Program was announced by the Premier in November 2020.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Program levers include:  
 
Payroll tax relief  
Up to a four -year period, for every new job created where a business has committed to create at 
least 30 net (20 in non -metropolitan areas) new jobs related to the new investment project.  
 
Subsidised training packages rebate  
Structured as a rebate paid to the proponent for the cost of training new employees related  to the 
new investment project.   
 
Enabling infrastructure rebate  
Structured as a rebate paid to the proponent subsidising the cost of a new business or investment 
project to connect to shared infrastructure or building new infrastructure to support their business 
needs.  
 
Access to subsidised Government accommodation and spaces on a short -term basis  
For high growth international and NSW -based businesses, looking for short -term accommodation 
(up to two years) where the NSW Government owns or manages availab le ready -to-use spaces 
where a discount can be applied. The Program will offset a proportion of the cost to the NSW 
Government of the business utilising the agreed space.  
  
Streamlined planning approvals  
An Investment NSW dedicated relationship manager wil l provide assistance on site selection and, in 
coordination with the Department of Planning and Environment 's Planning Delivery Unit, the Program 
will provide an accelerated planning pathway to a state planning consent for greenfield development 
projects w hich are expected to create a minimum of 150 net new full -time jobs.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Jobs Plus Program is designed to support businesses who want to invest in a new presence 
and/or expand their existing their footprint in NSW. T he program is intended to reduce the cost of 
establishment, mitigate financial risk, and increase speed to market for businesses looking to scale 
and grow in NSW. The Program is agnostic to both sector and place but target new or expanding 
businesses into NSW for the sole purpose of creating and fast -tracking job creation.  
 
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 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 6,302,738.94 was expended in 2022 -2023.   
 Duration  of the subsidy  
The projects are to be completed by 30 June 2024, with payroll tax exemptions able to be provided 
until 30 June 2028.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the  trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.7  COVID -19 TechVouchers  
 Title of  the subsidy  
COVID -19 TechVouchers . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2021-2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the COVID -19 TechVouchers program was to encourage collaboration between small 
to medium enterprises (SMEs) and Publicly Funded Research Organisations (PFROs) on research and 
development projects, to  commercialise a product or service that addressed the health, wellbeing 
and/or economic impacts of COVID -19. 
 
Forty two small and medium enterprises obtained $25,000 to $50,000 support funding to 
commercialise a product or service that addresses the healt h, wellbeing and/or economic impacts of 
COVID -19. The COVID -19 TechVoucher program provided support funding for technology -rich 
startups, scaleups or small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to collaborate with Publicly Funded 
Research Organisations (PFROs).  
 
Successful applicants could accelerate the commercialisation of innovative R&D products and 
services that address the many health and economic disruptions caused by the COVID -19 pandemic.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
In the FY 21 -22 and 22 -23 re porting years, the COVID -19 TechVouchers program was funded out 
of the Innovation Scaleup Fund to accelerate the commercialisation of innovative research and 
development products and services that address the many health and economic disruptions caused 
by the COVID -19 pandemic  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant: the COVID -19 TechVouchers program offered matched funding. Each supported business 
received a contribution from the NSW Government of up to 5 0% of the cost of their collaborative 
project, up to a maximum of AUD 50,000.  
 To whom and how the subsidy was provided  
Subsidy paid to innovative SMEs incorporated in NSW, employing fewer than 200 employees and 
with a turnover of less than A UD 30 million per annum, for a collaborative project with a PFRO with 
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 Level of subsidy  
AUD 6.6 million total operating cost of the accelerator program over a three -year period.  In 
2021-2022, AUD 223,293.35 was paid. In 2022 -2023, AUD 488,03 0.85 was paid.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The 44 supported projects were 6 -12 months. All budget for the program was committed in FY 
2021-2022, with payments running until FY 2023 -24. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
9.8  Physical Sciences Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Physical Sciences Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 to 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the s ubsidy  
The NSW Physical Sciences Fund (PSF) is a AUD  5 million program (pa) supporting the development 
and commercialisation of promising NSW technologies. The PSF aims to build on strengths in 
research across a wide range of scientific fields by supportin g the translation of research through 
the product life cycle. The PSF targets innovative devices/systems within Technology Readiness Level 
(TRL) 3 – 7 to help them move along the TRL scale and enable them to attract large -scale private 
investment.  
 Backgro und and authority for the subsidy  
The PSF is modelled on the NSW Medical Devices Fund administered by the Office of Health & Medical 
Research. The PSF was launched in 2019 as an initiative under the Research Attraction and 
Acceleration Program (RAAP) manag ed by the Office of the NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer (OCSE). 
The program was approved on 11 December 2018 and the appointment of the Expert Panel to 
evaluate the applications was subsequently approved on 21 February 2019.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Payments are  made via a direct grant upon execution of a funding agreement between the 
Department (now Investment NSW) and the successful applicant (company). There is a 
requirement in the agreement that should the company reach a certain profit threshold in relation 
to the project, the grant will be paid back to the government.    
 
To be eligible for the PSF, you must be:  
• a financially viable company or commercial enterprise based in NSW (e.g. location of 
manufacturing jobs, headquarters based in NSW, NSW investment);  have an Australian 
Business Number (ABN); and is a legal entity; or  
• an individual who agrees to form such an entity so that the Department can enter into a 
legally binding funding agreement; or  
• a NSW public research organisation applying through its appro priate technology transfer 
office or the Chief Executive Officer (or equivalent) of the research organisation that will 
become a separate entity before entering into a legally binding funding agreement with the 
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  The project must:  
• seek to progress a device or system along the commercialisation pathway  
• be innovative (i.e. new to market)  
• be headquartered in NSW and demonstrate that most of the project activities will take place 
in NSW  
• deliver economic, social and/or environmental benefit to N SW. 
 
Applicants must hold the Intellectual Property or the rights to commercialise the device/system.  
 
Applicants eligible for and/or who have received funding from the NSW Medical Devices Fund are 
not eligible for the PSF.  
 To whom and how the subsidy was provided  
Funding takes the form of a cash contribution. The grants are provided to successful deep tech 
companies who are awarded funding by the Expert Panel at the end of an annual round. Upon 
execution of agreement with the OCSE, companies forward invoic es and funding is released 
approximately within a 30 -day period.  
 Level of subsidy  
Since its launch in 2019 the PSF has supported 189 companies with AUD  19.2 million in grant 
funding. The fourth round was delivered in 2022 . 
 Duration of the subsidy  
The progr am is ongoing with AUD  5 million annual funding provisioned under the RAAP budget.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.9  Seafood Innovation Fund Loan Sche me 
 Title of the subsidy  
Seafood Innovation Fund Loan Scheme . 
 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Seafood Innovation Fund (SIF) opened for applications in June 2019.  
 
The SIF is an incentive -based initiative to assist businesses within the seafood sector in NSW to 
identify and address risks to their business, improve permanent assets and infrastructure, ensure 
long term productivity and sustainable use of the mar ine, estuarine and land -based environment, 
while aiding in building resilience to changes in seasonal conditions. The availability of loans is 
subject to funds being available.  
 
The low interest rate loans are intended to enable the fishing and aquaculture  industries to focus on 
long term business profitability and long term benefits for the sustainability of the marine, estuarine 
and land -based environment. The low interest loans assist investment in four key areas:  
 
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  • Environment: promoting environmentally sustainable fishing and farming infrastructure, 
methodologies and equipment to minimise impact on the environment.  
• Fishing and Aquaculture Farming Equipmen t and Assets: replacing unsafe or inefficient 
assets and equipment to ensure business best practice, legal requirements, and safety 
and environmental standards are met.  
• Transport & Logistics: ensuring that product reaches markets in optimum condition 
throu gh holding tanks and refrigeration units, new transport systems, and new market 
software.  
 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
In January 2019, the Minister for Primary Industries agreed to expand the Farm Innovation Fund to 
include applications from t he NSW commercial fishing and aquaculture industries.  
The Department of Primary Industries - Fisheries and the RAA entered into a heads of agreement 
that outlines the expectations and responsibilities of the parties.  
The RAA was appointed to administer the  scheme under section 25 of the RA Act.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The SIF provides a concessional loan for up a to 20 years for up to 100% of the net, GST exclusive 
cost of approved works or acquisitions to a maximum of AUD  500,000. The net cost is determined 
by deducting the amount of any other government grants relating to the proposed works. Works 
must be completed within 12 months of the date of loan approval. The concessional interest rate 
applied as at the date the loan is approved. The rate applied in 2021 -20 and 2020 -21 was 2.5%. 
Repayments can be made monthly, quarterly, half -yearly or annually.  
 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
In 2019/20 22  SIF loans were approved and AUD  2.9M of assistance was provided. In 2020/21 , 
16 loans were approved and AUD 2.5M of assistance was provided.  
 
Eligible applicants are an aquaculture permit holder, a commercial fishing business owner, fishing 
licence holder, or a registered fish receiver. The business must operate as a sole trader, partnership, 
trust or privat e company and trade in NSW seafood products. The applicant must earn a majority of 
their gross income (at least 51%) from the seafood business/enterprise or be a "new entrant", i.e. 
operating for between 12 months to three years, and more than 50% of gross  income is expected 
to be derived from the business within three years of the date of the application. Gross non -business 
assets must not exceed AUD  5,000,000. A detailed business plan must also be provided with the 
application.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Consistent with the Farm Innovation Fund, a concessional loan of up to 100% of the net cost 
(exclusive of the Goods and Services Tax) of eligible works to a maximum of AUD  500,000 per 
project, with a total of AUD  500,000 outstanding at any one time. The net  cost is determined by 
deducting the amount of any other Government grants relating to the proposed works. Security was 
taken in the form of a statutory first charge and registered caveat over property.  
 Duration  
Loans are issued up to 20 years, dependent u pon the amount borrowed and the applicant's ability 
to repay. The concessional interest rate is applied as at the date the loan is approved. The rate 
applied in 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 was 2.5%.  
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  9.10  NSW Forest Industries Innovation Fund Loan Scheme  
 Title of the subsidy  
Forest Industries Innovation Fund (FIIF) Loan Scheme . 
 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. The FIIF loan scheme is now closed.  
 Policy  objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Forest Industries Innovation Fund (FIIF) was part of the NSW Government's Forestry Industry 
Roadmap . The FIIF was designed to help improve the profitability of the NSW timber industry and 
drive employment growth, drive new investment and innovation to enhance the NSW forest industry 
and position the NSW forest industry to adjust and capitalize on new op portunities.  
 
The FIIF aim ed to foster the development and adoption of innovative new technologies, approaches 
or products to increase sustainable economic growth and support jobs in regional areas to:  
• improve the industry's capacity to meet current timber  demands;  
• support investment in new technology that:  
o optimises efficiency and cost effectiveness of wood production and log and residue 
processing to improve the sector's productivity and financial sustainability; and  
o respond to a changing wood supply resource.  
• promote a better understanding of the timber resource that is available into the future;  
• promote the sustainable management of NSW forests;  
• support the development of economic opportunities in regional NSW; and  
• drive the development of inn ovative new products and market opportunities, such as 
engineered timber, increasing the number of business opportunities available to the sector.  
 
The availability of loans was subject to the project proposals meeting the programs objectives and 
the funds  being available.  
 
The FIIF was designed to deliver sustainability benefits including:  
• savings of timber through productivity and efficiency improvements;  
• lowering of business costs and increasing employment;  
• emissions reduction (local and/or global);  
• reducing toxic waste;  
• reducing land and/or water degradation;  
• economic and environmental benefits by opening or expanding market opportunities.  
 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
A Memorandum of Understanding between the NSW Department of Primary Industries - Forestry, 
and the NSW Rural Assistance Authority (RAA) was concluded on 1 September 2018. The RAA is the 
delivery agency for the FIIF.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The FIIF provide d long-term low -interest loans for projects that deliver outcomes under the NSW 
Government policy statement, the NSW Forestry Industry Roadmap 'pillar 4 - supporting industry 
innovation and the exploration of new markets for forest products'.  
 
The 2.5% fixed r ate of interest is lower than commercial interest rates available in the private credit 
market. The security for the loan is determined in relation to each application and could include a 
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 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
The FIIF loan scheme conditions and terms were modelled on the NSW Government's Farm 
Innovation Fund which had been successfully supporting farmers since 2015. The low interest loans 
are targeted at bu sinesses involved in:  
 
• Plantation  and/or native forest operations;  
• Forest  product processor/ milling operations;  
• Silvicultural  or native forest harvest / haulage contracting; or  
• Production  or development of forestry industry inputs or outputs including mar ket 
development.  
 
The lead proponent in an application may not be a State Owned Corporation or a government agency.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The FIIF provides concessional loans up to 100% of the net cost of an approved project (exclusive 
of the Goods and  Services Tax), up to AUD  5 million per project. The net cost is determined by 
deducting the amount of any other Government grants relating to the proposed works. Applicants 
can only apply once in any 12 month period.  
 
A second application could only be ap proved on condition that the previous application had been 
fully drawn down.  
 
Launched in October 2018, 22 applications were received before the scheme closed in June 2022. 
In total, 15 applications for a broad range of  projects were approved totalling app roximately 
AUD 29.9 million.  
 
Applications for loans under the scheme are now closed and funding has been fully expended.  
 
Repayments could be monthly, half yearly or annual repayments of principal and interest generally 
in line with applicant's cash flow and in accordance with the milestones the applicant committed to 
in their approved project proposal.  
 Duration  
The duration of FIIF loan scheme is until June 2022 or until program funds are fully committed. The 
FIIF loans can be up to 20 years.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.11  Coal Innovation NSW Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Coal Innovation NSW Fund.  
 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial  years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy  Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
This funding program aims to assist emerging low emission coal  technologies, that may provide 
future solutions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the mining and use of coal, through 
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 Background  and Authority for the subsidy  
The Coal I nnovation Administration Act 2008 is an Act of the NSW Parliament and  establishes the 
Coal Innovation NSW Fund. The Act provides for four purposes for which money can be expended 
from the Coal Innovation NSW Fund. The purposes of the fund include providing  funding for research 
into, and development of, low emissions coal technologies, funding demonstration of low emissions 
coal technologies and funding commercialisation of low emissions coal technologies.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The subsidy is in the form of a grant.  
 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is provided to a broad range of universities, research institutions and businesses that use 
or mine coal. Grants are provided based on completion of milestones as outlined in agreed funding 
deeds.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Coal Innovation NSW invested AUD 95,208 across one grant in the 2021 -2022 financial year and 
AUD 1,474,547 across four grants in the 2022 -2023 financial year.  
 Duration  of the subsidy  
All grants are expected to be completed in the 2021 -2022 financial year. Awarded grants are 
expected to be completed by the 2025 -26 financial year.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available . 
 
9.12  New Frontiers Cooperative Drilling  
 Title of the subsidy  
New Frontiers Cooperative Drilling . 
 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective  and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
Provides grants to successful applicants for exploration drilling programs (Groups 1, 6 and 
10 minerals only) that demonstrate strong prospectivity, sound financial planning and a proven 
technical base.  
 
The N ew Frontiers Cooperative Drilling Program aims to support exploration and drive mining 
investment in NSW by co -funding explorers in NSW undertake drilling and geophysical exploration 
programs to search for deposits of metallic minerals including critical m inerals (Groups 1, 6, and 
10 minerals only).  
 Background  and Authority for the subsidy  
The Program is funded from the Minerals and Petroleum Investment Fund (Section 292T of the 
Mining Act 1992 ), which enables expenditure for the purpose of programs that support improved 
geoscientific information in relation to NSW 's mineral and petroleum resources.  
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  The program supports the long -term sustainability of the NSW resources sector by:  
 
• Supporting mineral exploration and discovery in NSW that will ultimately ensure a 
sustainable economic resource pipeline for the state.  
• Encouraging exploration activity in greenfields areas that will test new geological ideas and 
models and/or exploration in regions covered by significant cover.  
• Improving the underst anding of the state's mineral resource potential, in order to fully 
realise the economic resource potential of the state.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The subsidy is in the form of grants .  
 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
The Cooperative Drilling program fu nded 22 projects in 2022 -2023. Companies funded are metallic 
mineral exploration and mining companies. The funds are paid based on the completion of agreed 
upon milestones as set out in the funding deed. A maximum of 50% of the total eligible costs are 
paid to recipients.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
In total AUD  1.5 million was awarded to 22 projects. Co -funding of up to AUD  100,000 for drilling 
programs, and up to AUD  50,000 for geophysical programs was available to each applicant.  
 Duration  of the subsidy  
The Program was allocated funds for financial years 2022 -2023 and 2023 -2024.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available . 
 
9.13  Critical Minerals and High -Tech Metals Ac tivation Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Critical Minerals and High -Tech Metals Activation Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Critical Minerals and High -Tech Metals Activation Fund is a commitment to accelerate investment 
and secure NSW as a major global supplier and processor of critical minerals and high -tech metals into 
the future.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The critical minerals and high-tech metals activation fund will drive economic growth through 
investment and activation of critical minerals projects across the supply chain in NSW by:  
 
• unlocking project blockages through strategic infrastructure investment  
• enhancing capacity for c ritical minerals processing  
• supporting development and commercialisation of new projects and emerging technologies  
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  • supporting investment for exploration to promote new discoveries for an ongoing pipeli ne of 
critical minerals and high -tech metal resources  
• facilitating the role of critical minerals as an enabler to the clean economy.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The subsidy is in the form of grants.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Grants are provided to p rivate businesses, research and development companies and research 
institutes. Funding will also be provided to support directed geological surveys to identify deposits 
of critical minerals. Funding is provided based on delivery of agreed milestones under funding deeds.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 34.4 million of grant funding was awarded to 22 recipients under the Critical Minerals and High -
Tech Metals Activation Fund.   
 Duration  
The program was allocated funds for the 2021/22 and 2022/23 financial years . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.14  Aboriginal Fishing Trust Fund (DPI Fisheries)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Aboriginal Fishing Trust Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To provide grants and loans for Aboriginal communities to develop businesses associated with 
fisheries resources throughout NSW.   
 Backgro und and authority for the subsidy  
The Trust is established under the Fisheries Management Act 1994 which directs expenditure and 
establishes other key operational rules including the involvement of the Aboriginal Fishing Advisory 
Council in advising on exp enditure. The Minister for Agriculture determines final expenditure from 
the Aboriginal Fishing Trust Fund.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants or loans (note, no loans were offered for the periods covered by this notification)  
 To whom  and how is the subsidy provid ed 
Grants or loans are offered annually through a competitive merit -based application process. To be 
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  includes a family/clan or community organisation, or an A boriginal owned and run business), or a 
person acting on behalf of an Aboriginal entity . 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
2021-2022 – No grants (or loans) for commercial fishing or aquaculture related businesses were 
offered during this period.  
 
2022-2023 – grant s to support 2 commercial fishing businesses were offered, equating to a subsidy 
of AUD  132,550.  
 Duration  
Ongoing, subject to availability of funding to the Trust.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitti ng an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.15  Accelerating Regional Innovation Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Accelerating Regional Innovation Fund .  
 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy  objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Funding to support accelerator and incubator programs that help regional NSW businesses build 
their knowledge, skills, networking and investment opportunities within the NSW innovation 
ecosystem.  
 Background and auth ority for the subsidy  
AUD 2,000,000 program transferred to Department of Regional NSW to administer in 2022.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant funding.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Grant funding for existing incubators or accelerators that can assist en trepreneurs, new businesses 
and start -ups in new and emerging industries.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The minimum grant amount per application is AUD  300,000. The maximum grant application is 
AUD 700,000.  
 Duration  
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 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available . 
 
9.16  Regional Job Creation Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Regional Job Creation Fund .  
 Period covered  by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To create new jobs and support economic recovery and resilience in regional NSW, by attracting 
investment through co -funding business projects.  
 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
AUD 140,000,000 program funded as part of the NSW economic recovery response to the COVID -19 
pandemic.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant funding.  
 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
Grant funding for businesses or co -opera tives operating in an 'engine ' industry, enabling industry 
or emerging engine industry:  
 
Round One – AUD 100,000,000 for existing businesses within regional NSW.  
 
Round Two – AUD 40,000,000 for existing and potential new businesses within regional NSW.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Round One: The minimum grant amount per application is AUD  100,000. The maximum grant 
application is AUD  10,000,000.  
 
Round Two: The minimum grant amount per application is AUD  100,000. The maximum grant 
application is AUD  5,000,0 00. 
 Duration  
Round One activities are due for completion by December 2023.  
 
Round Two activities are due for completion by March 2024.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effe cts is available.  
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  9.17  Regional Skills Relocation Grant  
 Title of the subsidy   
Regional Skills Relocation Grant .  
 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Regional Skills Relocation Grant aims to increase the availability of skilled and experienced 
workers for businesses setting up in, relocating to, or currently located in regional NSW.  
 Background and authority for the sub sidy 
AUD 10,000,000 program transferred to Department of Regional NSW to administer in 2021.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant funding.  
 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
Grant funding available to eligible regional NSW businesses that employ metropolitan ski lled 
workers that relocate to regional NSW.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grants of up to AUD  10,000 per skilled worker are available. Reimbursements claimed 6 months 
from employee commencement date.  
 Duration  
Funded activities are due for completion by March 2 024. 
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.18  Hardwood Timber Haulage Subsidy Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Hardwood Timber Haulage Subsidy Program . 
 Period covered  by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of the Hardwood Timber Haulage Subsidy Program  was to maintain an adequate supply 
of high quality and/or construction grade hardwood timber to the construction industry during the 
rebuild of communities, homes and buildings affected by the February and March 2022 severe 
weather event by supporting job  retention at hardwood processing facilities.  
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  The program subsidised the transport of high quality and/or construction grade hardwood timber 
from forests and plantations located outside of normal supply areas to be processed at hardwood 
timber processing  facilities located in the flood affected Local Government Areas of the NSW Mid and 
North Coast.  
 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
Funding was approved by the Commonwealth and NSW Governments under the Primary Industry 
Support Package as part of the  50:50 Commonwealth/State funded Disaster Funding Recovery 
Arrangements in response to the February and March 2022 severe weather event (AGRN 1012).  
 
The Package was announced on 18 March 2022.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Demand -driven grant subsidy.  
 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
Subsidy of AUD  30/tonne was paid to timber processing facilities on submission of evidence of 
haulage activity from areas outside of normal supply chains (greater than 100km from their site). 
The maximum subsidy applied per succ essful applicant could be to a value of AUD  500,000. Subsidies 
were approved and allocated to 16 successful applicants.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD million  AUD million  
0.00 1.09 
 Duration  
The program opened on 30 May 2022 and ran until 30 November 2022. The program is now closed 
with final claims completed up until 10 May 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.19  Hydrogen Hub Ini tiative  
 Title of the subsidy   
Hydrogen Hub Initiative . 
 Period covered  by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
We are supporting the development of hydrogen hubs to increase the production and availability of 
green hydrogen across the state.   
The objectives of the initiative include:  
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  2. activating new domestic markets, supporting new supply chains and testing commercial 
models for hydrogen in key sectors such as heavy transport and industrial  
3. building foundational k nowledge, skills and supply chains that accelerate the development 
of the hydrogen industry in NSW, enabling the state to achieve its 50% emissions reduction 
target by 2030 while capturing long term opportunities from the hydrogen export market.  
 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
In October 2021, the NSW Government released its nation leading Hydrogen Strategy that unlocks 
three billion in incentives and provides a pathway to green hydrogen production under $2.80 per 
kilogram in NSW by 2030. As a key action under the Strategy, the Hydrogen Hub Initiative will 
combine demands from existing and emerging hydrogen users to deliver hydrogen in a coordinated 
fashion that will drive scale, reduce costs, focus innovation, and grow our workforce skills.  
 
This p rogram is administered by NSW Treasury and Office of Energy and Climate Change.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Proponents of hydrogen projects are paid on completion of milestones, per their Funding Agreement. 
In FY 2022-2023 one proponent was  paid. 
 Level of subsidy  per unit  
FY 2022 -2023: AUD  2,887,540 (ex GST)  was paid.  
 Duration  
2023 to 2030.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.20  Sub-metering Grants  
 Title of the subsidy   
Sub-metering Grants . 
 Period covered  by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
A lack of metering, monitoring and energy management capabilities in NSW businesses is 
consistently cited by stakeholders as a barrier to implementing energy efficiency projects. This is 
despite studies and past programs that have shown a well -planned and designed metering and 
monitoring sy stem can lead to typical energy savings of around 5% to 15%.  
 
Sub-metering Grant s were designed to  support NSW businesses to install new submeters. 
Submeters are different to regular utility meters because they provide data about your equipment's 
performan ce and identify energy saving opportunities . The grants  can also help business es take 
advantage of  Energy Savings Scheme  incentives and other initiatives which require  a minimum level 
of metering to be in place.   G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
The NSW Government released the Net Zero Plan Stage 1: 2020 -2030 in March 2020, which includes 
an Energy Efficiency Program to reduce energy bills and emissions and ease  pressure on the 
electricity grid. This energy efficiency commitment will be delivered by two complementary 
programs, the AUD  25 million Safeguard Acceleration Program (SAP) and AUD  22 million Business 
Decarbonisation Program (BDP). The Sub-metering Grant s are jointly delivered between SAP and 
BDP. The AUD  1.5 million Sub -metering Grants are part of a AUD  12 million metering package that 
aims to improve metering, monitoring and energy management capabilities in NSW businesses and 
commercial buildings.   
 Form of the subsidy  
The funding was provided in the form of grants. Funding is provided through a Funding Agreement 
between  NSW Treasury and the eligible NSW business accessing the grant.  
 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
As per point 5 above  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
An eligible NSW business could access funding up to 50% of the cost of purchasing and installing 
submeters on equipment, up to AUD 20,000 per site.  
 
Total expenditure for FY 2022/23 was AUD  271,288.   
 Duration  
Financial years  2022-2023 and 2023-24. 
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.21  Electric vehicle destination charging grants  
 Title of the subsidy   
Electric vehicle destination charging grants  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Make NSW the easiest place to buy and use an EV in Australia.  
 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
As part of the Net Zero Plan Stage 1: 2020 -2030 and NSW EV Strategy  
 Form of the subsidy  
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 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
Eligible regional NSW destinations by co -funding the purchase and installation of EV charg ers. 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
• 75% towards the cost of an eligible EV  charger(s).  
• 75% towards the cost of EV charger installation (capped at AUD  1,000 per  charger).  
• 50% towards an eligible EV charger software subscription for 2 years.  
 
Round 1 Total Gran ts Paid FY22/23 AUD  455,497.71  
No grants paid FY21/22  
 Duration  
Total program duration to June 2025  
Round 1: May 2022 – November 2022  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.22  Electric vehicle fleets incentive  
 Title of the subsidy   
Electric vehicle fleets incentive . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Make NSW the easiest place to buy and use an EV in Australia.  
 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
As part of the Net Zero Plan Stage 1: 2020 -2030 and NSW EV Strategy . 
 Form of the subsidy  
An incentive payment . 
 To whom and  how the subsidy is provided  
Organisation s that have fleets of at least 10 vehicles and fleet aggregators  who are replacing current 
nonzero emission vehicles through lease arrangements with their customers.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The incentive support s the purchase of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) or fuel cell electric vehicles 
(FCEVs) through a competitive reverse auction ( variable AUD depending on bid ), with additional 
funds ( AUD 400 per incentivised EV) available for smart base charging.   
 
No grants paid FY21/22 . 
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 Duration  
Total program duration to June 2025 . 
Round 1: November 2021 – May 2022 . 
Round 2: July 2022 – October 2022 . 
Round 3: January 2023 – June 2023 . 
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade  effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.23  Electric vehicle fast charging grants  
 Title of the subsidy   
Electric vehicle fast charging grants . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Make NSW the easiest place to buy and use an EV in Australia.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
As part of the Net Zero Plan Stage 1: 2020 -2030 and NSW EV Strategy  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Charge point operators (CPOs) to construct fast charging stations across the state.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Applicants must fund a minimum of 50% of the total project capital cost for standard stream sites 
(capped  at a AUD  490,000 grant per charging station) and a  minimum of 30% for fast-track stream 
sites (capped at a AUD  900,000 grant per charging station).  
 
FY21/22 there were no milestones paid.  
Total: FY22/23 AUD  7,860,163.40 . 
 Duration  
Total program duration to  June 2025 . 
Round 1: February 2022 – May 2022 . 
Round 2: December 2022 – March 2023 . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  9.24  Reliable Affordable Clean Energy for 2030 Cooperative Research Centre  
 Title of the subsidy   
RACE for 2030 CRC – Reliable Affordable Clean Energy for 2030 cooperative research centre . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/o r purpose of the subsidy  
The Reliable, Affordable, Clean Energy (RACE) for 2030 CRC is an industry -led research 
collaboration. It will drive energy innovation across the supply chain to deliver better value for 
energy customers. This includes boosting Aust ralian business energy productivity, reducing energy 
bills for homes, enhancing energy reliability and cutting carbon emissions. RACE 's decarbonisation 
aims correlate to the net zero emission aims of the NSW government particularly as enshrined in 
our Net Zero Plan Stage 1 2020 -2030.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Countersigned core partner agreement between the department and RACE as well as signed partner 
declaration for payment of AUD 300,000 annually  
 Form of the subsidy  
The subsidy is a yearly payment i.e. grant.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy (i.e. grant) is paid to RACE for 2030 Secretariat following receipt of an invoice issued 
by them.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 300,000 per annum; a total AUD  600,000 for this r eporting period.  
 Duration  
For 10 years from FY2021 -2022 to FY2030 -31. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.25  Tallawarra  B power plant project  
 Title of the subsidy   
Tallawarra B power plant project . 
 Period covered by the notification  
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The NSW Government is working to secure energy system  reliability in NSW. This program includes 
part-funding the development of a gas -fired open cycle power station at Tallawarra. The power 
station will have a capacity of at least 300 MW. Tallawarra B is a fast start gas -fired power station 
in Yallah and wil l be Australia 's first peaking power station to be powered by a blend of gas and 
green hydrogen with direct emissions offset. The new power plant will help ensure NSW energy 
consumers have continued access to affordable and reliable power as a result of th e closure of the 
Liddell Power Station.  Liddell Power Station closed in April 2023.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Liddell Response program was initiated following the announcement of the closure of the Liddell 
power plant.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant funding . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Subsidy via grant funding was provided to EnergyAustralia, and the project EPC contractors - Clough 
Pty Ltd and GE Australia Pty Ltd.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grant funding  
• FY22 – AUD 18 milli on. 
• FY23 – AUD 14 million . 
 Duration  
The grant funding has two elements:  
• The EPC and the plant commissioning will be completed by June 2024.  
• Ongoing obligations related to plant dispatchable capacity, use of green hydrogen and 
offsetting carbon emissions w ill continue until 30 June 20233.   
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.26  Regional Community Energy Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Regional Community Energy Fund (RCEF)  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The regional community energy fund provides grants to community energy projects that create 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The RCEF was funded from the Climate Change Fund (CCF)  
 Form of the subsidy  
A grant which is the lower of 50% of the total project cost of AUD 3.5 million. 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Grants were awarded to 7 projects, worth approximately AUD 15.4 million, in March 2020.  The 
grants are provided in a staggered fashion as milestone payments in response to achievement of 
project -related milestone  deliverables.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total program expenditure for each reporting financial year : 
 
2021-2022: AUD1,250,000 . 
2022-2023: AUD3,704,961 . 
 Duration  
The Regional Community Energy Fund is intended to be operational until June 2025.  
 Statistic al data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.27  Made in NSW International Footloose Film and TV Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Made in NSW International Footloose Film and TV Fund. 
 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support the attraction of significant international and domestic feature films and major TV drama 
to NSW. The program promo tes the development of high -end screen production in NSW to generate 
economic outcomes for the NSW screen industry.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The fund was announced in 2016.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
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 Level of subsidy per unit  
Not available  
 Duration  
The funding program commenced in 2016.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data p ermitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.28  Post-Production, Digital and Visual Effects (PDV) and Digital Games Rebate  
 Title of the subsidy   
Post-Production, Digital and Visual Effects (PDV)  and Digital Games  Rebate  
 Period covered by the notif ication  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To develop the NSW post-production, digital and visual effects sector  and the digital gaming sector. 
The program aims to enhance  the long -term competitiveness  of the NSW screen  industry to 
attract/retain PDV production, increase  private  investment and create jobs.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Made in NSW fun d was announced in 2016.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Rebate . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Producers and PDV companies are eligible to receive a 10% rebate on qualifying NSW expenditure.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Not available  
 Duration  
The PDV Rebate w as announced in 2019. Rebates for digital game production was introduced in 
2021.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.29  Screen Development Funding: Audie nce and Industry Development  
 Title of the subsidy   
Screen Development Funding: Audience and Industry Development . G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To enhance the cap acity and capabilities of creatives and crew working within the NSW screen 
industry, and to grow audiences for NSW screen production. The program aims to s timulate the 
economic and cultural impact of the NSW screen industry.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Audience and industry development funding enables Screen NSW to deliver the objectives of the 
Film and Television Industry Act 1988  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants and strategic partnerships . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
NSW screen industry practitioners and NSW -based screen organisations.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 3,156,000 in 2021 -2022 and AUD  2,526,000 in 2022 -2023. 
 Duration  
Ongoing . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statisti cal data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.30  Screen Development Funding: Screen Development Grants  
 Title of the subsidy   
Screen Development Funding: Screen Development Grants . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To provide screen development finance and opportunities for talent escalation through incentives.  
The program aims to i ncrease film production in NSW  and enhance the skilled workforce in the NSW 
film industry . 
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Audience and industry development funding enables Screen NSW to deliver the objectives of the 
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 Form of the subsidy  
Grants and strategic partnerships . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
NSW screen industry practitioners and screen organisations.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 717,000 in 2021 -2022 and AUD  2,655,000 in 2022 -2023 
 Duration  
Ongoing . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.31  Screen Development Funding: Screen Production Grants  
 Title of the subsidy   
Screen Development Funding: Screen  Production Grants . 
 Period covered by  the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To supports the NSW Screen Industry by funding projects, individual screen practitioners and 
industry groups to develop local screen initiatives  that contribute to jobs growth and production 
expenditure in NSW.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Audience and industry development funding enables Screen NSW to deliver the objectives of the 
Film and Television Industry Act 1988 . 
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants and strategic partnerships . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
NSW screen industry practitioners and screen organisations.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 3,826,000 in 2021 -2022 and AUD  9,839,000 in 2022 -2023. 
 Duration  
Ongoing . G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.32  Social Impact Pre -Accelerators Program (SIPAP)  
 Title of the subsidy   
Social Impact Pre - Accelerators Program (SIPAP ) 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the program is to increase participation of potential founders from underrepresented 
sectors of the community, dec entralised from Sydney CBD.  
 
Social Impact Pre - Accelerator Programs (SIPAP) was designed with a focus on social impact across 
identified verticals, inclusion, diversity and female founders . SIPAP will be run across special 
activation precincts across NSW. Key objectives underpinned by program design are as follows:  
 
• Increase entrepreneurial education resources to very early -stage founders.  
• Drive increased education and development around social enterprise.  
• Facilitate increased economic participation to include people from backgrounds across 
diversity, inclusivity, and female founders.  
• Decentralise specialised education outside of Sydney CBD , removing barriers around 
distance.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Innovation and Entrepreneurship, as a branch of Investment NSW, designed a program to  deliver 
an end -to-end pre -accelerator. The program was designed as a pilot in the social im pact space and 
to address a gap in pre -accelerator service delivery in precincts.  
 
Roll out of these programs will assist entrepreneurs in launching and scaling socially minded 
businesses. Increased skills and representation in this space would enhance so cial enterprises ' 
investment readiness, and therefore increase investment options available to impact investors within 
private markets.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant in the form of participation in a pre - accelerator program.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is pr ovided  
The subsid y is provided in the form of a grant for participants to complete a pre -accelerator program. 
Participants are recruited and selected by suppliers for suitability for each pre -accelerator as outlined 
in the supplier proposal and service agr eement.  
 
A key criteria is that the participant is from an identified social impact vertical, or developing a 
product/ service that addresses one of the social impact verticals.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
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 Duration  
Ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.33  Scaleup Support Program – Southeast Asia Tech Immersion Mission  
 Title of the subsidy   
Scaleup Support Program - Southeast Asia Tech Immersion Mission . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the program is to increase knowledge and awareness of growth opportunities within 
Southeast Asia for founders and investors in Tech Central, Sydney, NSW.  
 
• This program is open to mid to late stage scaleups, and investors located in the Tech Central 
district, a nd ready and willing to explore the S outheast Asia (SEA)  ecosystem.   
• For participating scaleups, it will facilitate the long -term growth and competitiveness of their 
businesses, increase their knowledge of the SEA tech ecosystem the opportunity that exists  
there and expand their network of SEA investors, partners, and customers.    
• For participating investors, it will showcase the breadth of SEA 's technology ecosystems and 
foster two -way people -to-people linkages between startups, partners, and investors, in  turn 
supporting the growth and development of NSW 's tech ecosystem.    
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Innovation and Entrepreneurship, as a branch of Investment NSW , procured Haymarket HQ in 
June 2023 to deliver this program to support the growth  and development of the Tech Central 
district. This program was procured to build better connections between the NSW innovation 
ecosystem and SEA by providing education around market selection and expansion best practices  to 
scaleup founders and investors in the district .   
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant in the form of participation in a program.   
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is provided in the form of a grant for participants to complete a program that includes 
a mission to Southeast Asi a. Participants are recruited and selected by the supplier Haymarket HQ 
for suitability as outlined in the supplier proposal and service agreement.  
 
A key criterion is that the participant in the program be a founder or investor based in Tech Central, 
Sydney, NSW. For investors,  they must be a g lobally -oriented VC investor, family office or angel 
syndicate. For startup founders, the business must be po st-Minimum Viable Product business with a 
globally competitive edge, have a minimum of three employees.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
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 Duration  
The Program will run over 6 weeks concluding in a mission to Indonesia, Viet  Nam and Singapore, 
concluding in October 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is availab le. 
 
9.34  Women Led Startup Program – Female Founders Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Women Led Startup Program - Female Founders Program . 
 Period covered by the notification.  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
This program  aims to provide resources and support to help women launch and grow successful 
businesses. Through a combination of training, mentorship and networking  opportunities, the 
program seeks to increase the number of successful female entrepreneurs , promote greater 
representation of women in business leadership roles, and contribute  to positive economic outcomes 
for women and their communities.   
 
• Increase  success  rate of female  founders  in tech.  
• Increase  female  founders ' access  to all parts of the innovation/entrepreneurship  ecosystem .  
• Enhance  journey  for women  in entrepreneurship  in NSW.   
• Showcase  government  support  through  case studies  and testimonials.   
• Increase  female  founders  access  to government  grants  and support  services,  including  the 
MVP Ventures  Program   
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
A closed request for quote (RFQ) process was undertaken to source a supplier to deliver the Program 
for AUD 600,000 (Excl. GST) across two years. The RFQ was shared with six suppliers and following 
an evaluation process, Tech Ready Women has been deemed th e most qualified supplier to deliver 
the Program.  The Program is a pre -accelerator course which aims to provide female founders from 
across NSW with the skills they require to start, develop, and grow their startup.   
 
The Program is a pre-accelerator course which aims to provide NSW female founders with the skills 
they need to develop and grow their startup. The Program has previously been delivered to 
150 women with favourable feedback.  An open tender will be conducted to test the mark et for 
available suppliers. Procurement documentation to undertake the RFT have been compiled.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant in the form of participation in a pre -accelerator program.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is provided in the form of a grant for participants to complete a pre -accelerator program. 
Participants are recruited and selected by suppliers for suitability for each pre -accelerator as outlined 
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 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 50,0 00 was expended in 2021 -2022, and AUD 250,000 was expended in 2022 -2023.  
 Duration  
Ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
9.35  Techstars Accelerator Pro gram  
 Title of the subsidy   
Techstars Accelerator Program  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022 -2023  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of this program is to catalyse the Tech Central district by attracting Techstars a world 
leading accelerator to serve as a catalyst by drawing attention to the region and attracting founders, 
investors, mentors and talent to the area, connecting those with capital for innovative solutions with 
those who  have creative solutions to problems and galvanising local activity.  
 
The Techstars Accelerator Program was designed to support 12 startups each year with seed funding, 
training and access to a network of mentors to develop their entrepreneurial skills. The program is 
inclusive of a 13 -week accelerator program and demo day . The program will run within the Tech 
Central Precinct. Additional benefits to selected startups are as follows:  
 
- contribute investment in each startup in return  of 6-9% equity for 12 companies per year 
over three years.  
- education, resources, co working accommodation, mentorship, capital and connections 
needed to expedite what might otherwise be several slow years of growth into a short few 
months.  
- access to glob al alumni networks . 
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
In December 2021, Investment NSW responded to an Expression of Interest by Techstars for Sydney 
to become the home of its new Asia -Pacific Hub City and was selected over other jurisdictions in th e 
region.  
 
A business case and comparative assessment of global accelerator programs demonstrated Techstars 
to be uniquely positioned with the proven experience and capability to deliver a value for money 
global mentorship -driven accelerator program to hel p achieve the NSW Government 's strategic 
objectives for Tech Central, and benefit the startup innovation ecosystem more broadly.  
 
The NSW Government will not be investing in program participants. The AUD 6.6 million funding will 
be provided to Techstars ov er a three -year period to fund operational costs only, with each 
instalment linked to the delivery of appropriate performance milestones.   
 
The funding agreement between the Department of Enterprise, Investment and Trade and Techstars 
Central LLC was execu ted on 20 September 2022 for a period of three years.  
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  On 9 January 2023 the Techstars program was announced by the Minister for Enterprise, Investment 
and Trade, Minister for Sport, Minister for Science, Innovation and Technology, Minister for Skills 
and Training Alister Henskens.  
 
The first cohort of 12 startups commenced on 10 July 2023.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant in the form of participation for 12 startups per year for three years to be accepted into an 
accelerator program.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The funding is provided through a funding agreement between the Department of Enterprise, 
Investment and Trade and Techstars Central LLC. The full program is being developed and delivered 
by Techstars. Participants are recruited and sel ected by a panel assessment process for suitability 
and eligibility.  
 
Key criteria include due diligence of each selected startup.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total subsidy available for each financial year is AUD  2.2 million. Total number of startups impa cted 
through the program per year is 12. Total subsidy available is AUD  6.6 million.  
 Duration  
Program support is provided to 12 startups for 12 months inclusive of a 13 -week accelerator program 
and post program activities and support annually, from financi al year 2022-2023 – 2025-26. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
10  NORTHERN TERRITORY  
10.1  Industry Support Grant program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Industry Support Grant program*  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 202 2-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support growth and development of the Northern Territory's industrial and commercial base 
through the provision of appropriate and prudent assistance to industries.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
There is no legislation determining the Industry Support Grant program. The program is 
administered, on a case -by-case basis, by the Department of Innov ation, Tourism and Trade.  
 Form of the subsidy  
This support is provided in the form of grants, through  a funding agreement . G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Assistance eligibility is not restricted by sector, category or enterprise, although each pro posal must 
be of a commercially viable nature and have the ability to demonstrate potential industry 
development, growth and benefit to the Northern Territory. Assistance is generally available to 
businesses undertaking a particular endeavour, i.e. a speci al project. Assistance may also be 
provided to peak body associations.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
See the table above for the aggregated State expenditure and the estimated number of firms 
assisted for the financial year 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Duration of  the subsidy  
The program is ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
10.2  Business Innovation Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Business Innovation Program  (BIP). 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 
 Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Northern Territory Business Innovation Strategy focusses on strengthening the Northern 
Territory's business innovation culture, creating a sustainable innovation ecosystem driving 
opportunities to grow private investment and create jobs.  
 
BIP supports Northern Territory businesses to undertake research and development which could lead 
to the commercialisation of  new products, processes or services. Projects are supported in the areas 
of science, engineering, technology and design.  
 
The program will help innovative businesses increase their revenue growth, access new markets, 
improve productivity and efficiency, e mploy more workers and provide business with a competitive 
advantage and ongoing sustainability.  
 Background authority  for the subsidy  
The program aligns and contributes directly to the Northern Territory Government's Business 
Innovation Strategy, specifica lly by improving the productivity and competitiveness of business and 
industry through the promotion and support of business innovation, collaboration and capacity 
building.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants are awarded on the basis of eligibility and merit crite ria. 
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  The BI P offers funding to Northern Territory -based start -ups, sole traders, micro businesses and 
small to medium businesses to carry out science, engineering, technology and design research and 
development proje cts which could lead to successful new products, processes and services.  
 Level of subsidy  per unit  
The BI P provided assistance to support the commercialisation of innovations in the areas of science, 
engineering, technology and design as follows:  
 
• In 2021-2022: AUD 255,595  in grant  funding  to businesses.  
• In 2022-2023: AUD 308,120  in grant  funding  to businesses.  
 Duration  
The program opened on 1 July 2014 and is ongoing.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
10.3  Trade Support Scheme – COVID 19 Response  
 Title of the subsidy  
Trade Support Scheme  – COVID 19 Response . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Trade  Support  Scheme  Quick  Response  Grants  (Program)  was an initiative  to help NT 
businesses  affected  by the COVID -19 pandemic  to engage  with international  markets  and 
customers,  and adapt  to the disruptions  impacting  global  trade.   
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Program  was open to NT businesses  that were impacted  as a result  of global  supply  chain 
disruptions  and travel  restrictions  in place as a result  of the COVID -19 pandemic.  The Program  was 
a temporary  measure  to allow eligible  recipients  to access  funding  under  the Trade  Support  Scheme  
while international  travel  was restricted.   
 Form of the subsidy  
The scheme  can provide  funding  for up to 50% of the cost of approved  activities  to a maximum  
funding  of AUD 7,500.  Funding  was offered  as a taxable  cash reimbursement.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Businesses, industry groups or other organisations with a substantial presence in the Northern 
Territory were able to  apply for the Program . Eligible entities were required to  show that the proposed 
project was likely to be successful and provide economic benefits for the Northern Territory.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
• In 2021-2022:  AUD 11,148  in grant  funding  provided  to three  businesses.  
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 Duration of the subsidy  
The program ceased in 2021 -2022.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
10.4  Business Growth Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Business Growth Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Business Growth Program provides grant funding for business development services to improve 
performance, profitability, employment capacity and market penetration of small to medium 
businesses.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
There is no legislation determining Business Growth Program. The program is a Northern Territory 
Government initiative administered by the Department  of Industry , Tourism a nd Trade in alignment 
with program terms and conditions.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants are paid to third party service providers for specific works that benefit the eligible program 
applicants.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Northern Territory busine sses, not -for-profit organisations and Aboriginal enterprises can apply for 
funding to a maximum of AUD  10,000 to reimburse a maximum of 50% of a consultant's services.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
• In 2021-2022:  AUD 367,740  of funds  was provided  to support  100 businesses.  
• In 2022-2023:  AUD 898,868  of funds  was provided  to suppor t 93 businesses .  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The program is ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
10.5  Smarter Business Solutions  
 Title of the subsidy  
Smarter Business Solutions  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Smarter Business Solutions program is designed to help Northern Territory business enterprises 
reduce their day to day operating costs. The program assistance includes free advice and grant 
funding incentives for Territory enterprises to adopt efficient, innovativ e technologies and best 
practices that will reduce their energy, water, waste and material costs . 
 Background authority for the subsidy  
The program is a Northern Territory Government initiative administered by the Department In dustry , 
Tourism and Trade on a  case-by-case assessment in alignment with program guidelines.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants are paid to third party service providers for specific works that benefit the eligible program 
applicants.  
 To whom and how is the subsidy provided  
Smarter Business So lutions is open to established Northern Territory business enterprises that have 
an annual turnover of between AUD  75,000 and AUD  20 million and less than 200 employees.  
 
Through the program, successful grant recipients can receive advice on current efficient 
technologies and practices along with walk -through site surveys to identify potential savings 
opportunities. Grant funding up to AUD  10,000 for on -grid businesses and AUD  20,000 for off -grid 
businesses is available for the installation of renewab le energy systems. Additionally, up to 
AUD 20,000 in grant funding is available for the installation of eligible efficiency improvements.  
 
Maximum funding is only available for projects that show a financial payback of 3 to 5 years.  
 Level of subsidy per un it 
• In 2021-2022:  AUD 469,195  in total was provided  to 46 businesses.  
• In 2022-2023:  AUD 329,718  in total was provided  to businesses.  
 Duration  
The program opened in June 2008 (formerly known as EcoBiz).  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
10.6  Aboriginal Business Development Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Aboriginal Business Development Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To provide assistance to Aboriginal people interested in either starting a business or expanding an 
existing business in the Northern Territory by facilitating new employment, economic and skill 
development opportunities of emerging business owners.  
 Background authority for the subsidy  
The Aboriginal Business Development Program is a Northern Territory Government initiative 
managed by the Department of In dustry , Tourism and Trade.  
 Form of the subsi dy 
Grants are paid to third party service providers for specific works that benefit the eligible program 
applicants.  
 To whom and how is the subsidy provided  
The program is open to businesses and joint ventures where Aboriginal Territorians hold significant  
equity.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
• In 2021-2022: A total of AUD949,944  was provided  to businesses.  
• In 2022-2023: A total of AUD1.4million  was provided  to 55 businesses.  
 Duration  
The program is ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
10.7  Jobs First Plan  
 Title of the subsidy  
Jobs First Plan. 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial  year 2021-2022.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
A suite of initiatives  for NT small  businesses  to support  jobs and the economy  hardest  hit by the 
effects  of COVID -19. 
 Background authority for the subsidy  
These  measures  were announced  as part of the NT Government  Budget  to assist  with a solid 
economic  recovery.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Payments  were made  to the businesses  to assist  with employment/hiring  costs or third party supplier  
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 To whom and how is the subsidy provided  
The initiative  was open to NT enterprises,  including  businesses,  not-for-profit  organisations,  industry  
bodies  and other  incorporated  organisations  that could  meet certain  key criteria  as per the terms  
and conditions  for each of the initiatives  below:  
 
 1. Small  Business  JobMaker  Booster . 
 
 The NT Small  Business  JobMaker  Booster  program  assisted  NT Small  Business  by filling  
the gaps in the Australian  Government 's JobMaker  program  by addressing  the NT specific  
hiring  needs  for new workers.  
 
2. Small  Business  Pivot Grant . 
 
 Assisted  small  businesses  affected  by COVID -19 adapt  to the new economic  environment  
and reach  new markets.  
 
3. Small  Business  CX Grant . 
 
 A one-off grant  for small  businesses  looking  to enhance  their customer  experience  in the 
Territory  for locals and visitors  alike.  
 
4. Small  Business  Saver  Grant . 
 
 Assisted local small  businesses  to reduce  their ongoing  costs.  
 
5. Small  Business  Supply  Chain  Solver . 
 
 Assist  businesses  experiencing  difficulties  with supply  chain  challenges.  With COVID -19 
restrictions  impacting  businesses ' ability  to source  and secure  business  supplies,  this 
program  provided  direct  advice  to help resolve  supply  chain  issues.  
 
6.  Small  Business  Financial  Fitness  Fund. 
  
 Provide  support  businesses  to access  financial  sustai nability  training  programs  specific  to 
their needs.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
• For 2021-2022: Small  Business  JobMaker  Booster  AUD 8,700  provided  to businesses.  
• For 2021-2022: Small  Business  Pivot Grant  AUD 504,367  provided  to businesses.  
• For 2021-2022: Small Business  CX Grant  AUD 65,049  provided  to businesses.   
• For 2021-2022: Small  Business  Saver  Grant  AUD 144,494  provided  to businesses.   
• For 2021-2022: Small  Business  Supply  Chain  Solver  AUD 3,198  provided  to businesses.   
• For 2021-2022: Small Business  Financial  Fitness  Fund AUD 910,391  provided  to 
businesses.  
 Duration  
These  program s were time limited  for 2021-2022. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical  data permitting  an assessment  of trade effects  is available.  
 
10.8  Business Hardship Register  
 Title of the subsidy  
Business  Hardship  Registe .r G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial  year 2021-2022. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Business  Hardship  Package  provided  financial  relief to NT small  businesses  experiencing  
hardship  due to COVID -19. 
 Background authority for the subsidy  
This initiative  was part of the NT Government  measures  to assist  with economic  stimulus  in response  
to COVID -19. 
 Form of the subsidy  
The package  included:  
 
a) AUD 3,000  grant  to businesses  or AUD 1,000  to sole traders.  However,  if a business  
experienced  significant  hardship  with a decline  in turnover  business  they could  access:  
i. Decline  in turn over 60% or more:  AUD 9,000  for employing  businesses  or 
AUD 3,000  for sole traders  
ii. Decline  in turnover  of 40% to 60%:  AUD 6,000  for employing  businesses  or 
AUD 2,000  for sole traders.  
b) concessions  on utility  bills  
c) a waiver  on payroll  tax from January  2022-March  2022.  
 To whom and how is the subsidy provided  
The program  was open to businesses  that could  demonstrate  reduction  in turnover  of 40% more 
from December  2019.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
• In 2021-2022: A total of AUD 1.5 million  was provided  to 271 applications.  
 Duration 
The program  ceased  in 2021-2022. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical  data permitting  an assessment  of trade effects  is available.  
 
10.9  Territory Business Lockdown Payment  
 Title of the subsidy  
Territory  Business  Lockdown  Payment . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial  year 2021-2022. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Provide  immediate  financial  support  to businesses  during  a lockdown  period.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Background authority for the subsidy  
This initiative  was part of the NT Government  measures  to assist  with economic  stimulus  in response  
to COVID -19.  
 Form of the subsidy  
One-off payments  to eligible  businesses  who could  not trade  or ceased  trading  due to its area being  
declared  a COVID  19 exposure  site and to being  directed  to close or stay closed  by the Chief Health  
Officer.  
 To whom and how is the subsidy provided  
The program  was open to businesses  located  in a lockdown  area that were not able to operate  for 
7 days or more due to Chief Health  Officer  Directions.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
• In 2021-2022: A total of AUD 4.8 million  was provided  to 4,451  applications.  
 Duration  
The program  ceased  in 2021-2022 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical  data permitti ng an assessment  of trade effects  is available.  
 
10.10   Jobs Rescue And Recovery Plan  
 Title of the subsidy  
Jobs Rescue  and Recovery  Plan. 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial  year 2021-2022. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Provide  immediate  stimulus  to the economy  to help keep businesses  open,  cash flowing  and 
Territorians  working.  
 Background authority for the subsidy  
This initiative  was part of the NT Government  measures  to assist  with economic  stimulus  in response  
to COVID -19. This Program  was short term and directed  at saving  jobs, protecting  businesses  and 
keeping  the NT's economy  on the road to recovery.  The Progra m achieved  this by encouraging  NT 
home  owners,  businesses  and not-for-profit  organisations  to engage  local service  provider  
businesses  to undertake  improvements,  and repairs  and maintenance  on their homes  and business  
premises.  
 Form of the subsidy  
One-off payments  to homeowners,  businesses  and not-for-profits  to undertake  improvements,  
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 To whom and how is the subsidy provided  
The Jobs Rescue  and Recovery  plan included  the rapid implementation  of a series  of 6 time limited  
one-off programs  under  the banner  of JRRP,  specifically  designed  to support  different  areas  of the 
economy:   
 
1. Business  Improvement  Grants . 
  
 Provided  grant  funding  to applicants  (in this case businesses)  to undertake  physical  
improvement  to their business  premises  using  a local service  provider.  Funding  of up to 
AUD 20,000  was available  with the first AUD 10,000  requiring  no co-contribution,  and 
amounts  between  AUD 10,001  and AUD 20,000  requiring  a dollar  for dollar  
co-contribut ion. 
 
2. Small  Business  Saver .  
  
 The Small  Business  Saver  Grant  was introduced  under  the Jobs First Plan in 
February  2021.  It aimed  to provide  support  to businesses  to assist  them to adapt  to the 
new economic  environment  and reduce  their ongoing  expenses , increase  profitability  
through  improved  procedures  and systems,  and use of technology.  Funding  could  also be 
used to assist  businesses  in reaching  new markets.  
 
3. Small  Business  Survival  Fund. 
 
This grant 's aim was to help small  businesses  survive  the unprecedented  economic  impact  
of partial  or full shut-down.  This program  also included  the Rebound  Support  Grant  which  
helped  NT businesses  adapt  or rebound  the business  to operate  effectively  as the Territory  
recovered  from the effects  of COVID -19 restrict ions. 
 
4. Business  Rebound  and Adaptation  Grant . 
 
This grant  provided  funding  to applicants  (in this case business  owners)  to procure  
services  and works  to drive increased  revenue  through  enhanced  customer  experience  
and improved  business  performance.  Up to AUD 10,000  in funding  was available  (dollar  
for dollar  co-contribution  basis).    
 
5.  Immediate  Works  Grants . 
 
The Immediate  Works  Grants  provided  grant  funding  to applicants  (in this case  
not-for-profit  organisations)  to undertake  physical improvement  to their organisation 's 
premises  using  a local service  provider.  Grant  funding  of up to AUD 100,000  was available  
with the first AUD 50,000  requiring  no co-contribution,  and amounts  between  AUD 50,001  
and AUD 100,000  requiring  a dollar  for dollar  co-contribution.  
 
6.  Home  Improvement  Scheme   
  
Along  with the Business  Improvement  and Immediate  Work programs,  the Home  
Improvement  Scheme  provided  grant  funding  to applicants  (in this case home  owners)  
to undertake  physical  improvements  to their homes  using  a local business,  with grant  
funding  of up to AUD 6000 available  on a co-contribution  basis.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
In 2021-2022, following  amounts  were provided:  
 
• Business  Improvement  Grant:  A total of AUD 427,963  was provided  to busines ses. 
• Business  Rebound  and Adaptation  Grant:  A total of AUD 47,560  was provided  to 
businesses.  
• Home  Improvement  Scheme:  A total of AUD 4,913,727  was provided  to home  owners.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Duration  
The program ceased in 2021-2022. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment  of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
10.11   Gas Supply Shortfall Relief  
 Title of the subsidy   
Gas Supply Shortfall Relief . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
A payment AUD 4.9 million was provided to Power and Water Corporation (PWC)  to support industrial 
customers to secure alternative gas supplies during supply interruptions in 2022.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Authority for the community service obligation payment is made under the Government Owned 
Corporations Act 20 01 (NT). 
 Form of the subsidy  
The payment was provided to PWC to support industrial customers during gas supply interruptions 
to obtain alternative gas supplies.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Payments were provided by PWC to industrial customers w ith the agreement of the Territory 
Government.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 4.9 million in 2022-2023. 
 Duration  
2022-2023. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
10.12   Aboriginal Tourism Grant Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Aboriginal Tourism Grant Program supports the NT Aborigi nal Tourism Strategy 2020 -2030 
vision by helping Aboriginal owned businesses and organisations to develop and activate new 
bookable Aboriginal cultural tourism products; and to continue to build stronger visitor experiences 
that encourage visitors to trave l to the NT and stay longer.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
There is no legislation determining the program. It is administered by the Department of Industry, 
Tourism and Trade.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Grant Program is designed to primarily support Aboriginal o wned businesses and organisations.  
Eligible applicants must: be greater than 50% Aboriginal owned; be located a nd operating in the NT; 
and have approvals of the relevant Land Council or other land management authority for current and 
proposed/ new tourism product/s related to the application. Assistance is for businesses undertaking 
a particular endeavor, i.e. a sp ecial project.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
 
Grants funding of between AUD 30,000 and AUD 100,000 (excluding GST) is available. A full list of 
grants awarded is available in Tourism NT 's annual report: https://www.tourismnt.com.au/about -
us/who -we-are/annual -report   
 Duration  
The program is ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11  QUEENSLAND  
11.1  Vessel Tracking Rebate Scheme  
 Title of Subsidy  
Vessel Tracking Rebate Scheme . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Queensland Sustainable Fisheries Strategy 2017 -2027 outlines a ten -year reform agenda for the 
sustainable management of Queensland fisheries. As part of this strategy, vessel tracking capability 
will be required on all co mmercial fishing boats by 2020, with units to be installed on net, line and 
crab commercial fishing boats by 1 January 2019.  
 
The Vessel Tracking Rebate Scheme offsets the costs incurred by commercial fishers to purchase 
and have installed approved vessel tracking units on their fishing boats.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Fisheries Act 1994  and Fisheries (General) Regulation 2019  outline the requirement for vessel 
tracking on commercial fishing boats as committed to under the Sustainable Fis heries Strategy 
2017-2027. The Scheme is administered by the Queensland Rural and Industry Development 
Authority (QRIDA).  
 Form of the subsidy  
Cash rebate. The purchase rebate amount of an approved vessel tracking unit is up to a maximum 
of AUD  300 or AUD  750 (depending on the type of unit) and the rebate for installation is up to a 
maximum of AUD  220. 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The rebate is specific to all permanent holders of commercial fishing boat licences, commercial 
harvest fishery licences or charter fishing licences. The number of units and installation rebates 
fishers are entitled to are dependent on the fishery endorsements listed on their licence.  
 
The applicant must provide evidence of unit purchase and installation to QRIDA in  addition to a paper 
or electronic application specifying the licenses the rebate is being claimed for.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Scheme allocates up to AUD  3 million to assist fishers with the purchase and installation costs 
associated with implementi ng vessel tracking.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Scheme opened on 30 August 2018 and will close to applications on 30 June 2022.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.2  Collaborative Exploration Initiative Extension (CEI Extension) Program  
 Title of Subsidy  
Collaborative Exploration Initiative Extension ( CEI Extension)  Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Collaborative Exploration Initiative Extension (CEI Extension) provided industry grants to:  
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  • encourage exploration in under -explored parts of Queensland  
• support innovative new exploration models or techniques  
• contribute to the body of geoscience knowledge in the public domain  
• accelerate discovery and minerals investment in Queensland.  
 
Round 6, closed 1 December 2022 (with reimbursement in financial year ended June 2023).  
 Background and authority  for the subsidy  
For the CEI Extension grants, the Queensland Government has provided AUD  10 million in funding 
for 2020 -2021 to 2023-2024 and AUD 17.5 million in funding from of the Queensland Resources 
Industry Development Plan (QRIDP) for 2023 -2024 to 2026 -27. 
 Form of the subsidy  
CEI Extension grants are administered as a reimbursement of eligible costs incurred, as defined by 
executed funding deed.  
 
The Grants are administered through a competitive submission process. Applications are assessed 
by an indepen dent panel against assessment criteria set down in guidelines provided under the 
Initiative.  
 
Supported projects receive a grant of up to 100% of their direct activity costs, to a maximum of 
AUD 200,000  in each of Rounds 5 and 6 , reimbursed on completion o f the project  and submission 
of all requirements . 
 To whom the subsidy is provided  
To holders or operators of granted Exploration Permit(s) for Minerals (EPMs) in Queensland  as a 
reimbursement of pre -approved eligible expenses on delivery of the project in full. 
 Level of subsidy  per unit  
Maximum grants of up to AUD  300,000 per eligible project.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The CEI  Extension Round 5 grants were awarded to 16 projects in March 2021, and reimbursed 
within financial year ending June 2022, to a combined value of AUD 1,841,840 excluding GST.  
 
The CEI Extension Round 6 grants were awarded to 13 projects in March 2022, and  reimbursed 
within financial year ending June 2023, to a combined value of AUD 1,916,597 excluding GST.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available  
 
11.3  Guarantee to Translational Research Institute Pty Ltd  
 Title of the Grant Scheme  
Guarantee to Translational Research Institute Pty Ltd . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial  years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Queensland Government has provided a guarantee to Translational Research Institute Pty Ltd 
with respect to the performance of the tenant, Patheon Biologics (formerly DSM Bio logics (Australia) 
Pty Ltd), under the sublease of the new scale -up manufacturing facility for commercial biologic 
production, co -located with the Translational Research Institute.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The guarantee is provided by the S tate of Queensland acting through the Department of Environment 
and Science.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The subsidy is in the form of a guarantee.  
 To whom the subsidy is provided  
The guarantee is provided to Translational Research Institute Pty Ltd.  
 Level of subs idy per unit  
From May 2013, the State guarantees to Translational Research Institute Pty Ltd the performance 
of the tenant's obligations under the sublease, including payment of AUD  1 million rent (CPI 
adjusted) per annum and all outgoings during the first  ten years of the sublease.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The rental guarantee commenced May 2013 and extends to April 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.4  Made In Queensland Grants Scheme  
 Title of the Grant Scheme  
Made in Queensland (MIQ) Grants program  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
MIQ provides grant funding to support Queensland's small to medium enterprises (SME) in the 
traditional manufacturing sector to become more internationally competitive and adopt innovative 
processes and technologies. The program is aimed at supporting existin g jobs and creating new jobs 
in Queensland manufacturing businesses and in the state's supply chains.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The MIQ program is an important initiative within the Queensland Government's AUD  3.34 billion 
Queensland Jobs Fu nd. 
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  MIQ complements the Queensland Government's Advanced Manufacturing 10 -Year Roadmap and 
Action Plan (the Roadmap) released on 14 December 2016 and updated in December 2018  and 
October 2022 . 
 
The MIQ program opened for the receipt of applications on 31 January 2017. A total of 103 projects 
have received funding over four rounds. In June 2023, 33 projects were approved for funding under 
Round five.  The sixth round of MIQ will open in 2023-2024 financial year . 
 
Including Round 6, the total financial commit ment to the Made in Queensland program is 
AUD 101.5  million.  
 Form of the subsidy  
MIQ grants range from AUD  50,000 to AUD  2.5 million in matched funding on a dollar -for-dollar 
basis for eligible project costs. The total value of all MIQ grants received by a ny one business must 
not exceed AUD  2.5 million across any number of rounds of the program.   
 To whom the subsidy is provided  
To be eligible for an MIQ grant, a business must:  
• be a Queensland -based manufacturer whose principal activity is manufacturing and  from 
which the majority of its annual turnover is derived;  
• be registered for GST and hold an Australian Business Number (ABN) and an Australian 
Company Number (ACN);  
• be an SME with between five and 200 full -time equivalent employees located in 
Queensland;  
• provide three -year audited financial statements including profit and loss and balance 
sheets. (If the business has been in operation for less than this time, a statement of 
viability and 'management accounts' report prepared by a chartered acco untant will be 
accepted);  
• propose a project which has not yet commenced and which aligns directly with the MIQ 
program objectives;  
• be able to demonstrate the ability to contribute at least 50% of the eligible project costs.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
As at 30 June 2021, 79 companies have entered into 84 agreements with a total approved value of 
AUD 40,325,162.71  
 Duration of the subsidy  
As at 1 September 2023, 136 companies have entered into 104 agreements with a total approved 
value of AUD  76,362,176.77 . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.5  Advance Queensland Industry Attraction Fund  
 Title of Subsidy  
Advance Queensland Industry Attraction F und. G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 
This program ran from between 2016 and January 2021. It is closed to applications . 
 Policy Objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Advance Queensland Industry Attraction Fund has been designed to attract businesses to 
Queensland, either to relocate or establish new projects in the state. The fund will support jobs 
creation, regional growth, increased innovation and the building of local supply chains.  
 Background  and Authority for the subsidy  
The Advance Queensland Industry Attraction Fund was implemented in July 2016.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Incentives potentially offered to selected projects include payroll tax refund, stamp duty refund and 
grants to offset establis hment or relocation costs.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The following principles form the basis for the provision of financial incentives packages under the 
Advance Queensland Industry Attraction Fund to attract companies to establish, relocate to or 
expand and reinvest in Queensland.  
• Incentives  are targeted at achieving outcomes consistent with the Queensland 
Government's broader policy objectives.  
• The project must be geographically contestable.  
• The project must be commercially viable in the absence of any financial incentive.  
• Financial incentives are provided on the basis that:  
o avenues of non -financial assistance have been appropriately investigated;  
o a project will generate economic and regional growth;  
o an incentive is linked to the achieveme nt of clearly defined outcomes and milestones.  
There are four criteria applied to determine if a project should receive financial assistance.  
o sustainable jobs  
o regional development  
o technology and innovation  
o supply chain impact  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
An eligible project may receive financial assistance of up to AUD  10 million.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
This program ran from between 2016 and January 2021. It is closed to applications through 
expenditure continues with successful recipients.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available . 
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  11.6  Energy Queensland – Uniform Tariff Policy  
 Title of the subsidy  
Energy Queensland – Uniform Tariff Policy . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Queensland Government's Uniform Tariff Policy ensures that, where possible, all Queensland 
non-market electricity customers of a similar type pay a sim ilar price for electricity regardless of 
where they live.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Notified electricity prices for Queensland customers do not reflect the full cost of electricity supply 
for most remote and regional Queenslanders where grea ter expanses and more infrastructure is 
required, so the Queensland Government provides a Community Service Obligation (CSO) payment.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The CSO payment covers the difference between the revenue the electricity retailer earned by 
charging customers notified prices and the higher actual costs of supplying electricity in regional 
areas, due to differences in network costs and energy losses.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The CSO  payment is provided under a funding agreement by the Queensland Government to Energy 
Queensland to compensate its retail subsidiary, Ergon Energy Queensland, for the increased costs 
of operating in regional Queensland.  
 Level of subsidy  
AUD 524.6 million i n 2021-2022 and AUD  620.5 million in 2022-2023. 
 Duration  
Ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
11.7  Origin Energy – Uniform Tariff Policy  
 Title of the subsidy  
Origin Energy – Uniform Tariff Policy . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Queensland Government's Uniform Tariff Policy ensures that, where possible, all Qu eensland 
non-market electricity customers of a similar type pay a similar price for electricity regardless of 
where they live.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Notified electricity prices for Queensland customers do not reflect the full cost of ele ctricity supply 
for most remote and regional Queenslanders, so the Queensland Government provides a 
Community Service Obligation (CSO) payment.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The CSO payment covers the difference between the revenue the electricity retailer earned by  
charging customers notified prices and the higher actual costs of supplying electricity in regional 
areas, due to differences in network costs and energy losses.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The CSO payment is provided under a funding agreement  by the Queensland Government to Origin 
Energy for the increased costs of operating in regional Queensland.  
 Level of subsidy  
AUD 3.0 million in 2021-2022 and AUD  2.6 million in 2022-2023.  
 Duration  
The program is ongoing . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.8  Business Energy Savers Program  
 Title of the grant  
Business Energy Savers Program . 
 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the grant  
The Business Energy Savers Program provides free energy audits for agricultural customers and 
large business customers, and co -contributions to fund energy efficiency upg rades.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Business Energy Savers Program provides grant funding under two programs (Energy Savers 
Plus Program Extension and the Large Customer Adjustment Program). Grant funding is 
administered by the Queensland R ural and Industry Development Authority under the Rural and 
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 Form of the subsidy  
Free energy audits, plus co -contribution grants to help businesses implement audit 
recommendations.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Business Energy Savers Plus Program provides up to 200 free energy audits and co -contribution 
grants of up to AUD  20,000 for agricultural customers. The Large Customer Adjustment Program 
provides up to 30 free energy audits and co -contributions capped  at up to AUD  250,000 for large 
customers.  
 Level of subsidy  
Co-contribution grants for the Energy Savers Plus Program Extension totalled AUD  0.23 million in 
2019-20, and AUD  0.97 million in 2020-2021.  
 
Co-contribution grants for the Large Customer Adjustm ent Program (and related Large Customer 
Adjustment Trial) totalled AUD  0.0 million in 2019 -20, and AUD  0.52 million in 2020-2021. 
 
The Energy Savers Plus Program Extension and Large Customer Adjustment Program (and related 
Large Customer Adjustment Trial) ended in 2020-2021. 
 Duration  
1 January 2018 to 28 February 2022.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.9  Jobs and Regional Growth Fund  
 Title of Subsidy  
Jobs and Regional Growth Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and  2022-2023. 
 
This program ran from between February 2017 and January 2021 . It is now closed to applications . 
 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The Jobs and Regional Growth Fund assists private sector projects to grow regional economic and 
create jobs for Queenslanders.  
 Backgro und and Authority for the subsidy  
The Jobs and Regional Growth Fund was announced on 1 February 2017.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Financial assistance is provided for projects that require direct and immediate assistance to expedite 
or facilitate expansion of oper ations or development of common user infrastructure opportunities 
that underpin the development of multiple projects.  
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  The type and level of assistance is determined on a case -by-case basis. Proponents will need to 
provide a sufficient level of information  to demonstrate how the application meets the assessment 
criteria. Should Government decide to progress an application to detailed assessment, proponents 
will be required to undergo a due diligence process and provide detailed project and financial 
informa tion supporting the projects commercial viability.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Jobs and Regional Growth Fund is focused on regional Queensland areas. There is preference 
for medium to large businesses and growth proposals that maximize bene fits to regional 
employment.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Jobs and Regional Growth Fund can provide one -off financial assistance ranging from 
AUD 100,000 to over AUD  10 million in either direct grants or relief of State charges, for example 
payroll tax or stamp duty.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
This program ran from between February 2017 and January 2021. It is closed to applications though 
expenditure to successful recipients continues.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.10   Superyacht Industry Development Fund (SIDF)  
 Title of Subsidy  
Superyacht Industry Development Fund (SIDF) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The SIDF supports fulfilment of a key objective of Advancing Queensland 's Priorities, which is to 
create jobs in a strong economy, and aligns with the department 's Strategic Direction by supporting 
Queensland superyacht supply chain businesses to:  
 
• increase their participation in targeted international trade events through making available 
matched funding to offset expenses associated with their participation ; and;  
• enhance their prospects of winning  superyacht contracts through acquiring internationally 
recognised industry certification and accreditation that support the adoption of 'lean' 
manufacturing and associated operating practices. Note that the focus on international trade 
events is currently  paused due to COVID 19.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The SIDF implements elements of the Queensland Superyacht Strategy 2018 -23 (the strategy).  
 Form of the subsidy  
Round 2 of the International industry Certification and Accreditation stream pr ovided financial 
assistance of up to AUD  10,000 (GST exclusive) in matched funding for eligible costs for up to three 
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 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To be eligible to receive funding under the SIDF program, an applicant must, inter alia : 
• Be either:  
o A SME that employs less than 200 people and operates in Queensland as a company 
incorporated in Australia or an incorporated trustee on behalf of a trust ; or 
o a Not for Profit incorporated in Queensland (restricted to yacht clubs, marinas, or similar 
facilities with superyacht berths) ; 
• be GST registered with a valid Australian Business Number (ABN) ; 
• be engaged in the SY industry supply -chain, or demonstrate the capability  and intention to 
do so ; 
• be able to and commit to funding at least 50% of eligible costs and 100% of ineligible costs ; 
• demonstrate compliance with Queensland 's industrial relations, and workplace health and 
safety (WH&S) regulatory framework ; and 
• demonstra te a close and direct relationship exists between the application for ICAF 
assistance and the premises in Queensland from where products, services, or systems are 
produced or delivered.  
Applications were not accepted from:  
• organisations acting as a represe ntative for one or more SMEs  
• SMEs with an associated entity that is certified or pursuing certification to one or more of 
the eligible certification standards listed in section 5 of these Guidelines  
• SMEs or NFPs operating for less than 1 year ; or 
• Federal, State and Local Government agencies or entities.  
SIDF grants are paid in arrears on submission of a payment claim form, an invoice made out to the 
department, and evidence of payment of eligible expense items.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Round 2 of the Inter national industry Certification and Accreditation stream provided financial 
assistance of up to AUD  10,000 (GST exclusive) in matched funding for eligible costs for up to three 
certifications. The grant was paid in arrears on achievement of the certificati on. 
 Duration of the subsidy  
Financial years 2018-19 to 2022-2023. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.11   Queensland Waste to Biofutures  Fund (W2B)  
 Title of Subsidy  
Queensland Waste to Biofutures Fund (W2B)  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year s 2021 -2022 and  2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The W2B Fund provides grants for Queensland projects that use conventional waste streams or 
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 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The W2B Fund was established to support the development of waste to biofutures projects in 
Queensland.  
 
The W2B Fu nd aligns with the Advance Queensland Biofutures 10 -Year Roadmap and Action Plan 
launched on 5 June 2016, which outlines the strategic direction for the development of a new 
Queensland industry producing sustainable fuels, bioenergy and high -value bioprodu cts. 
 Form of the subsidy  
The funding is provided in the form of a direct grant.  
 
Dollar -for-dollar grants of between AUD  50,000 and AUD  1 million were available towards eligible 
project costs under two funding pathways.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provi ded 
Direct grant to business, local government (including local government owned/controlled 
organisations) or a not -for-profit or non -government organisation upon assessment and approval of 
investment business cases via an EOI and detailed application proc ess. 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total funding of AUD  5 million is available under the W2B Fund.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Fund commenced on 17 March 2019 and the closing date for applications was 29 May 2019.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.12   Biofutures Industry Development Fund (BIDF)  
 Title of Subsidy  
Biofutures Industry Development Fund (BIDF) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The BIDF  provides funding to financially assist companies complete due diligence and achieve 
financial close to allow better access to venture capital markets.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The BIDF is a key initiative within the Advance Queensland Biof utures 10 -Year Roadmap and Action 
Plan launched on 5 June 2016, which outlines the strategic direction for the development of a new 
Queensland industry producing sustainable fuels, bioenergy and high -value bioproducts.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The funding is pr ovided in the form of a repayable loan or direct grant.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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  The Fund has strict criteria and only provides funding for projects at advanced feasibility stage and 
whose primary output falls within the biofutures sector. Applicants must prove they were unable to  
obtain funding for due diligence from alternative providers.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding has been allocated to biotech international and local proponents with funding agreements 
in place detailing milestones and payment schedules.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total funding of AUD  5 million is available under the BIDF.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Fund commenced on 25 November 2016. The program is ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data per mitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.13   Business Development Fund (BDF)  
 Title of Subsidy  
Business Development Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the Business Development Fund was to grow the pool of angel and venture capital 
funding available to Queensland businesses, which will support the growth of innovative businesses 
and create high -value jobs in Queensland.  
 Background and Author ity for the subsidy  
The Business Development Fund was implemented in October 2015 and formed part of the Business 
Investment Attraction Package, of which AUD  40 million (over four years) went to the Business 
Development Fund. An additional AUD  40 million ( over two years) was committed as part of the 
2018-19 Budget, bringing the Fund to AUD  80 million. The first investment under the Fund occurred 
on 30 June 2016.  The final investment occurred on 6 August 2021 . 
 Form of the subsidy  
Payments by the Fund were in the form of direct investment (typically share equity) in eligible 
Queensland businesses. The Fund provide d matched investment alongside private sector 
investment.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Application s had to  meet the following criteria to be eligible for Fund investment:  
• The majority of assets and employment of the business is located in Queensland ; 
• The co -investor's investment in a business must at least match the investment sought 
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  • The busines s must not have property development, land ownership, finance, or 
construction as its predominant activity ; and  
• The business receiving investment must not be an investment fund.  
 
A co-investor may be:  
• an individual investor;  
• an angel investor;  
• an investmen t business including a venture capital fund; or  
• a syndicate of investors.  
 
Investment decisions were made by an independent panel of private sector experts in the fields of 
investment and entrepreneurialism.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Fund invest ed between AUD  125,000 and AUD  2.5 million. The Fund also made  follow -on 
investment s, subject to the same application process.  
 
As at 30 June 202 3, the Fund ha d invested AUD  78.7 million in 59 companies.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The program is now closed to new applications. Investments are being managed under existing 
arrangements.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No direct statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.14   Payroll tax rebate for apprentices and trainees  
 Title of Subsidy  
Payroll tax rebate for apprentices and trainees (the rebate) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
To encourage employers in Queensland to hire and retain apprentices and trainees, and to boost job 
creation and skills in Queensland.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The rebate is a Queensland Government initiative, administered by the Queesnland Rev enue Office 
under the Payroll Tax Act 1971  and Taxation Administration Act 2001 . 
 Form of the subsidy  
Under the Payroll Tax Act 1971 payroll tax is payable by an employer (or group of employers) whose 
taxable wages exceed the threshold.  
 
Eligible employers receive a payroll tax rebate of 50% on wages paid to eligible apprentices and 
trainees, in addition to those wages being exempt from payroll tax.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The rebate is provided to employers who pay wages to apprentices and t rainees, as defined under 
the Further Education and Training Act 2014 , during a periodic return period in an eligible year. The 
rebate is automatically calculated when employers lodge their returns with the Queensland Revenue 
Office.  
 Level of subsidy per u nit 
The total value of the rebate was AUD  37 million in 2021 -2022 and AUD  45 million in 2022 -2023. 
 Duration of the subsidy  
The rebate ends on 30 June 202 4. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.15   Carbon Farming Advice Rebate Program  
 Title of Subsidy  
Carbon Farming Advice Rebate Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The Carbon Farming Advice Rebate Program (the Program) allows eligible landholders to access a 
rebate for costs incurred for obtaining professional (technical, legal, tax) advice  about undertaking 
carbon farming projects from an Appr oved Advisers registered with the Program.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
Departmental initiative supporting the Land Restoration Fund.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Rebates for up to $10,000 for advice relating to carbon farming obtained from one or mor e of the 
Approved Advisers registered with the Program to eligible Queensland land holders:  
https://www.qrida.qld.gov.au/program/carbon -farming -advice -rebate -progra m  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Rebates are provided through the Department of Environment and Science, with administrative 
assistance from the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA) directly to pre -
registered eligible landholders who have incurred costs in obtaining carbon farming advice from one 
of the eligible Approved Advisers in the Program.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Rebates of up to AUD 10,000 per claim are available. During the current reporting period , 
AUD 878,000 has been paid under the Program  – AUD 842,000 in 2021-2022 and AUD 36,000 in 
2022-2023. G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Duration of the subsidy  
The program r uns from 28 January 2020 to December 2023 .   
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the  trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.16   Waste levy exemptions and discounts  
 Title of Subsidy  
Waste levy exemptions and discounts  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The Waste levy imposes a levy on waste delivered to a leviable waste disposal site; certain waste is 
exempt from the levy or levied at a discounted rate.   
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The waste levy commenced on 1 July 2019. Exemptions and discounts from the waste levy are for 
particular types of waste that either have no alternative to landfill disposal (e.g., asbestos), require 
time to transition into the waste levy framework (e.g. , ash from power stations) or there are 
community or other benefits (e.g. , waste from natural disasters, waste used for operational purposes 
at landfills).  
 
Authority for exemptions and discounts is provided by the Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011 
and W aste Reduction and Recycling Regulation 2011.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Exemptions/discounts are either applied by landfill operators in accordance with legislative 
definitions and requirements or applied by application process. For exemptions/discounts by 
application, an assessment of the information occurs to ensure the legislative criteria are met. The 
client then receives the exemption/discount approval notice with a unique code.  
 
When exempt/discounted waste is delivered to a landfill site (for disposal) the  unique 
exemption/discount code is used in the transactional data. This then generates a AUD 0 levy 
value/50% levy value. Each month , landfill operators pay the State a waste levy on waste that has 
been disposed of at the site. Waste that has been exempted  or discounted is waivered of levy 
payment, or discounted, from the landfill operator to the State.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Includes landfill operators, consultants working for businesses, developer companies, recycling 
businesses, local co uncils, businesses in the waste and recycling industry.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Estimated foregone revenue over the current reporting period is provided below:  
 
• AUD 199 million for 2021-2022; and  
• AUD 196 million for 2022-2023.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Duration of the subsidy  
The statutory provisions for exemptions and discounts have no end -date, except for those prescribed 
in legislation, such as:  
• residue waste from the Cairns Bedminster facility – exemption ends on 30 June 2026 ; 
• residue waste from material recovery facilities an d financial hardship – exemption ends 
31 December 2023 ; and  
• fly ash from power stations – 30 June 2029.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.17   Industry Partnership Program  
 Title of Subsidy  
Industry Partnership Program .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The Industry Partnership Program has been designed to increase private  sector investment and 
support productivity growth and increased resilience in our economy by strengthening Queensland's 
industries and enabling future growth.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The Industry Partnership Program opened for registratio ns of interest on 9 June 2021.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The type and level of assistance is determined on a case -by-case basis, and may include financial 
incentives (grants, subsidies, loans), fiscal incentives (payroll tax concessions, reimbursement and 
relief for State charges), leveraging government assets or procurement.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Industry Partnership Program targets projects from businesses and research institutions located 
in Queensland that will advance priority industry  sectors such as advanced manufacturing, hydrogen, 
biofutures, biomedical, defence, aerospace, space, resource recovery and METS.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The AUD  415.5  million Industry Partnership Program will allow the Department of State 
Development, L ocal Government, Infrastructure and Planning to provide tailored assistance 
packages to develop projects that will strengthen local supply chains and grow the footprint of 
Queensland 's industries, while creating jobs.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Industry P artnership Program will operate until fully allocated.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.18   Queensland Recycling Modernisation Fund (QRMF)  
 Title of Subsi dy 
Queensland Recycling Modernisation Fund (QRMF) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
Through the Council of Australian Government, there was agreement in early 2020 to progress 
resource recovery and recycling projects to assist industry deal with the impacts of federal export 
bans.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
A National Partnership Agreement with the Australian Government guides the QRMF.  
 Form of the  subsidy  
Successful projects will be supported with direct payments (reimbursement) through a funding 
agreement with the State.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Applications were invited from public or private companies, local governments and not -for-profits 
looking to use proven resource recovery technologies to improve existing operations or bring 
significant new facilities to Queensland.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The minimum funding request is AUD  100,000 (excluding GST). There is no maximum fu nding 
request.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Opened on 13 July 2021 and clos ed on 7 September 2021 . The program is now closed to new 
applications.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trad e effects is available.  
 
11.19   Building Acceleration Fund (BAF)  
 Title of Subsidy  
Building Acceleration Fund (BAF) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
Accelerate economic recovery through investing in catalyst infrastructure that unlocks development, 
generates construction activity, and creates long -term employment.  
 
Infrastructure projects are generally defined as roads, water distribution, sewerage, wastewater, 
although other categories of infrastructure were considered, provided they met the eligibility criteria.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The BAF was  originally announced as an initiative under the Queensland Government 's Economic 
Recovery Strategy Unite and Recover for Queensland Jobs . It was intended to replace the Catalyst 
Infrastructure Program.  
 
The BAF is administered under the Economic Developme nt Act 2012.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Funding is allocated from Queensland Treasury to the Department of State Development, 
Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning (DSDILGP) once Loan Agreements are signed with 
successful applicants.  
 
Applicants must co -invest a minimum of 10 %, which must be expended first, before drawing down 
on the BAF Loan.  
 
Each Loan Agreement specifies a series of drawdowns. Proponents issue Drawdown Notices and 
evidence to EDQ to access the loan.    
 To whom and how the subsidy is p rovided  
Applications from local governments, utility providers, industry and developers were accepted by 
Economic Development Queensland (part of DSDILGP).  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Applicants can request up to AUD  15 million in loan funding per project, a nd projects can not be 
co-invested with any other level of government. Co -investment can not be result of grant funding 
from another organization.  
 
As at August 2021, AUD  69.8 million in co -funding for six projects has been announced with 
approximately AUD 5 million administered. Details on successful projects can be found at 
www.statedevelopment.qld.gov.au/economic -development -qld/buying -and-developing -
land/infrastructure -planning -and-funding/building -acceler ation-fund. Funding expenditure will occur 
from 2021 -2023, as after signing the Loan Agreement, applicants have 12 months to commence 
construction and 18 months to complete it once started.  
 
Applicants must spend their co -investment first and then accrue eligible costs before drawing down 
on the Loan.  
 
Program guidelines  outlining the eligibility criteria are available at 
http://www.statedevelopment.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0022/32845/baf -program -
guidelines.pdf  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Applications opened on 31 July 2020 and closed on 4 Se ptember 2020.  
 
Applicants must commence construction 12 months of funding approval and be completed within 
18 months of construction commencement.  Several projects are to commence later than 12 months 
after signing of Loan Agreement due to current market conditions.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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  Applicants have up to 15 years to repay the loan once expended in full.  
 
More successful projects are expected to be announced during financial year 2022 -2023.   
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.20   Business Investment Fund  
 Title of Subsidy  
Business Investment Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the Business Investment Fund is to promote job growth, increase access to growth -
stage capital in Queensland, and generate successful returns through investment in innovative and 
small and medium sized enterprises.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The Business Investment Fund was implemented in June 2021 with approved funding of 
AUD 100 million over 3 years. AUD  80 million has been committed to the Fund as at 30 June 2023. 
The first investment by the Business Investment Fund was made in June 2021 . 
 Form of the subsidy  
Payments by the Fund are in the form of direct investment (typically share equity) in eligible 
Queensland businesses.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Business Investment Fund will targe t investments in small to medium sized business that:  
• create Queensland -based jobs;  
• have a proven product and defined market opportunity but require significant capital to 
aggressively build scale or grow market share;  
• are relatively mature, well beyond p roof of concept and are generally profitable or 
approaching profitability;  
• are seeking capital to expand or restructure operations, enter new markets or finance 
significant acquisition; and  
• have well established and reputable owners who are committed to gr owing the business 
from and in Queensland.  
The Fund will not consider  investing in businesses that are investment funds or conducting any of 
the following as their primary business activities:  
 
- finance (other than finance technologies);  
- insurance (other than insurance technologies); or  
- property development, land ownership, or construction (other than construction 
technologies).  
 
Queensland Investment Corporation is independently managing the end -to-end investment process, 
including  pipeline development, the assessment of applications and investment decisions, and the 
ongoing  management of investments.    G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Fund will invest between AUD  2.5 – AUD 10 million.  The Fund may consider follow -on 
investments subject to the same application process.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The program is ongoing.  
 Statistic al data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.21   Employment Growth Rebate for Payroll Tax  
 Title of Subsidy  
Employment Growth Rebate for Payroll Tax. 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
To encourage employers to increase net employment of full -time positions in Queensland.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The rebate was a Queensland Government initiative, administered by the Queensland Revenue Office 
under the Payroll Tax Act 1971  and Taxation Administration Act 2001 .     
 Form of the subsidy  
Under the Payroll Tax Act 1971 payroll tax is payable by an employer (or group of employers) whose 
taxable wages exceed the threshold.   
 
Eligible employers received a payroll tax rebate up to AUD  20,000 if they demonstrated a net 
employment increase of new Queensland full -time position s in their business. For employers in a 
payroll tax group, eligibility was separately determined for each employer in the group.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To claim the employment growth rebate, eligible employers needed to provide information  to the 
Queensland Revenue Office as part of their annual return. The rebate was calculated based on an 
employer 's annual payroll tax amount for the relevant year and the proportion that the net 
employment increase bears to the employer 's total Queensland workforce.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The total value of the rebate was AUD 19 million in 2021 -2022 and NIL in 2022 -2023. 
 Duration of the subsidy  
The rebate ended on 30 June 2021.  
 
The payroll tax annual return for 2020 -2021 was due in July 2021. Consequently, a rebate was 
provided for that financial year in 2021 -2022. G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.22   Essential Goods and Supply Chain Program (EGSCP)  
 Title of Subsidy  
Essential Goods and Supply Chain Program (EGSCP) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2020-2021 and 2021 -2022. 
 
This program ran from between May 2020  and January 2021. It is closed to applications.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
Announced on 19 May 2020.  The objective of EGSCP was to assist Queensland based businesses to 
pivot their business to production of essential goods and services.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
EGSCP utili sed up to AUD  50 million of repurposed funds from the Advance Queensland Industry 
Attraction Fund (AQIAF) in response to COVID -19 impacts.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Financial assistance has been provided toward projects assessed as:  
 
• Increasing the manufacture of essential goods in Queensland necessary to maintain public 
health and safety.  
• Ensuring manufacturers of essential goods continue to operate and provide emp loyment, in 
Queensland.  
• Supporting critical links in Queensland 's supply chains for essential goods that are 
experiencing supply shortages.  
• Lessening future vulnerability to disruption in production processes by the development of 
Queensland capability tha t can be scaled according to need.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
In response to the global COVID -19 pandemic, funding was redirected to help Queensland 
manufacturers make essential goods such as personal protective equipment (PPE), health 
consuma bles and medical devices.  
 
The program was designed to assist Queensland businesses to shore up the state 's ability to produce 
PPE in the face of COVID -19 and future pandemics.  
 
In addition to assisting the state 's economic recovery, the program assisted c ompanies to 
commercialise innovative technologies and create advanced manufacturing jobs for the future.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Essential Goods and Supply Chain Program has provided financial assistance in the form of cash 
grants which are paid subj ect to successful recipients meeting contract obligations.  
As at 30 June 2021, EGSCP has announced commitments of AUD  22.44 million for 12 projects, 
forecast to achieve 662 new jobs and create over AUD  94.49 million in capital expenditure.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Duration of the subsidy  
As of 20 January 2021, the program is not accepting new applications.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.23   Invested in Queensland  
 Title of Subsidy  
Invested in Queensland . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Announced as commencing in financial year 2021 -2022, until fully subscribed.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The Invested in Queensland program is an initiative under the Queensland Jobs Fund. Through the 
program, Government is engaging with industry on high impact projects to create jobs now and into 
the future.  
 
Invested in Queensland is delivered through two incentive schemes, the Strategic Investment 
Scheme and Investment Support Scheme.  
 
The Strategic Investment Scheme  is designed to provide tailored assistance packages to Queensland 
based, interstate and internationally based business to support large -scale projects that result in 
significant economic benefits in terms of new jobs and wider supply chain and industry benefits.  
 
Projects may include:  
 
• new investment ; 
• significant expansions ; and  
• supply chain capability enhancements.  
 
The scheme is targeted to wards industry segments of strategic value based on Queensland 's natural 
and competitive strengths.  
 
The Investment Support Scheme  is a rebate program for payroll tax and other state -managed taxes, 
designed to incentivise international and interstate busin esses, with proven capability and a 
contestable investment decision, to invest in Queensland through a transfer or expansion of 
operations.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The Invested in Queensland program was announced on 21 June 2021.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Strategic Investment Scheme assistance will generally fall into two categories:  
 
• Cash grants for tangible capital -related expenses incurred in implementing the project in 
Queensland, and  
• Rebates  for payroll tax and other state charges.  
 
Investment Support Scheme assistance is offered in the form of payroll tax rebates, land tax and/or 
transfer duty rebates.   G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The program works with qualified investors, primarily medium -sized and large organisations, on 
significant projects that align with the government 's priorities.  
 
Local Governments, sole traders, not for profit organisations and Government Owned Corporation s 
are not eligible to apply. Entities with less than three years of trading may only apply if there are 
project partners that can provide evidence that supports management, technical and financial 
capability to undertake the proposed project.  
 
Application s will be assessed against the following mandatory assessment criteria:  
 
• Alignment with a government priority sector ; 
• Investment readiness – construction or operations to commence with two years ; 
• Employment growth thresholds ; 
• Broader economic benefits ; and 
• Contestable or achieve additionality with government support  
 
Investment Support Scheme projects must be contestable. A contestable project is where there is 
at least one other viable, alternative international or Australian project site, aside from the 
Queensland location, under active consideration.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Financial assistance is provided through the most appropriate form of assistance and the type and 
level of assistance will be determined on a case -by-case basis.  
 
Government fundi ng for Strategic Investment Support Scheme proponents must not exceed two -
thirds of actual total project expenditure unless exceptional circumstances are demonstrated.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Invested in Queensland is open to new applications until funds are considered fully allocated.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.24   Queensland Renewable Energy and Hydrogen Jobs Fund  
 Title of Subsidy  
Queensland Renewable Energy and Hydrogen Jobs Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of the Fund is to increase investment by Queensland energy Governmen t owned 
corporations (GOCs) in commercial renewable energy and hydrogen projects, along with supporting 
infrastructure, including in partnership with the private sector.  This will advance the State towards 
its renewable energy targets (50% by 2030, 70% by  2032 and 80% by 2035) and net zero emissions 
by 2050, create jobs and growth, and further establish Queensland as a leader in renewable energy 
and hydrogen.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
In September 2022, the Government announced a AUD  2.5 bi llion increase to the AUD  2.0 billion 
Queensland Renewable Energy and Hydrogen Jobs Fund, bringing the total Fund to AUD  4.5 billion.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Payments by the Fund are in the form of equity contributions to Queensland energy GOCs.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Queensland 's five energy GOCs – CleanCo, Stanwell, CS Energy, Energy Queensland and Powerlink 
– can present investment and funding proposals for consideration through the Fund.  
 
The Fund will allow investments by energy GOCs con sistent with key objectives, including:  
 
• Renewable energy and hydrogen  – The Fund will consider investment proposals that 
support additional renewable energy generation and storage capacity in Queensland, and 
the transition to QRET by 2030.   This includes,  but is not limited to, solar, wind, pumped 
hydroelectric storage, hydrogen and supporting network infrastructure ; 
• Commerciality  – Investment proposals must demonstrate commercial value ; and  
• Employment and jobs  – Investments must create new and ongoing emp loyment 
opportunities in Queensland, consistent with the Government 's employment and 
procurement policies.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Levels of investment will be informed by proposals submitted to the Fund.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Queensland Government  has allocated AUD  4.5 billion over multiple years for commercial 
renewable energy and hydrogen projects, as well as supporting infrastructure, including in 
partnership with the private sector. This includes AUD  2.7 billion allocated from the Fund to date, 
including AUD  2.3 billion between 2022-2023 to 2026 -27. A further AUD  1.8 billion is yet to be 
allocated, with the timing of the remaining funding to depend on appropriate applications from GOCs.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade  effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.25   Mount Isa Line Incentive Scheme (MILIS)  
 Title of Subsidy  
Mount Isa Line Incentive Scheme (MILIS) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the scheme is to make rail freight more competitive, with the intention to provide 
operational and financial benefit to the customers of rail services. These customers include exist ing 
mining operators and new freight, including mining and intermodal services. Livestock services, 
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 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The Mount Isa Line Incentive  Scheme (MILIS) was announced in the 2019 State Budget with the 
Queensland Government officially opening the MILIS for application on 18 November 2019. The 
AUD 80 million scheme, is to be allocated over four years (AUD  20 million each year), commenced 
on 1 July 2019 and end ed on  30 June 2023.  
 
The Queensland Government priorities include shifting volumes of bulk minerals from trucks to 
trains, creating more regional jobs across the transport supply chain. The MILIS will assist this by 
extending operational and financial benefit to rail service customers and incentivise more rail freight 
on the Mount Isa Line to encourage a shift from road to rail.  
 
The MILIS supports the Department of Transport and Main Roads ' (TMR's) vision to create a single 
integrated tr ansport network accessible to everyone. The MILIS further supports the delivery of the 
Queensland Freight Strategy and Queensland Freight Action Plan actions to incentivise the use of 
rail across the Queensland network.   
 
The MILIS  further supports the delivery of the Strategic Blueprint for Queensland 's North  West 
Minerals Province (NWMP), promoting a robust and diversified economy in the NWMP.    
 Form of the subsidy  
The Queensland Government has allocated AUD  80 million (over four  years) for the MILIS to be paid 
in equal annual instalments of AUD 20 million per financial year. The fund is intended to improve 
the competitiveness of rail freight and to encourage a shift from road to rail. This investment is 
expected to support additi onal and new investments in the regions.   
 
Eligibility for the MILIS requires a rail access agreement, which is usually between the rail operator 
and the rail infrastructure manager. Eligible recipients of the MILIS include freight end user/rail 
freight o perator (for intermodal freight train service for multiple customers) on the Mount Isa rail 
line ( MIRL). However, the scheme does not include livestock transport services, passenger train 
services and non -revenue train movements.  
 To whom and how the subsid y is provided  
Payments were made to eligible recipients (on a quarterly basis in arrears, over the financial year.  
 
Payments were based on rail freight volumes and distance. The payments to eligible end users are 
based upon a percentage of the total actual  gross tonne kilometres of the eligible rail freight services 
moved during the relevant quarter on the MIRL.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Queensland Government has allocated AUD  80 million over four years for the MILIS  to be paid 
in equal annual instalments of AUD  20 million per financial year.  
 
Since July 2019 to the end of June 202 3, a total of AUD  80 million has been paid to eligible recipients 
of the scheme.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The MILIS was funded for four ye ars, commencing in July 2019 and concluded in  June 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
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  11.26   Advancing Regional Innovation Program (ARIP)  
 Title of Subsidy  
Advancing Regional Innovation Program (ARIP)  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
ARIP has been a flagship program under Advance Queensland designed to support p artners within 
a region to collaborate on developing the local innovation ecosystem.  
 
The objectives are to promote:  
 
• Collaboration —encouraging stakeholders to collaborate to build innovation capabilities 
across their region ; 
• Leverage —ensuring activities h ave broad support and contributions from multiple partners ; 
• Sustainability —seeding activities, relationships and structures that will extend beyond the 
funding commitment for this program ; and  
• Impact —supporting activities that make a demonstrable difference to innovation -driven 
opportunities and jobs in regional Queensland.   
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
Through Advance Queensland, the AUD  6 million Advancing Regional Innovation Program was 
established by the Queensland Gove rnment in 2016 -2017 with 12 dedicated regions in Queensland 
allocated funds of up to AUD  500 000 (excluding GST) each over three years towards collaborative, 
region -wide projects and initiatives that support local entrepreneurship and build local innovatio n 
ecosystems.  
 Form of the subsidy  
ARIP provided competitive, merit -based grants to a lead applicant as the main driver of the 
collaborative proposal who must collaborate with at least five partner organisations.  
 
The following types of organisations were eligible to apply: incubators, co -working spaces, or other 
innovation service providers, councils and regional economic development organisations, 
consortiums of private and public organisations, not -for-profit entities established to deliver the 
regional innovation project or publicly funded research organisations.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Recipient organisations entered into a legally binding financial incentive agreement with the 
Queensland Government  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding of u p to AUD  500,000 (excluding GST) for each of the twelve regions for projects of up to 
three years.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
ARIP ran from financial years 2016-2017 to 2021 -2022. One funding recipient remains active with 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.27   Advance Queensland Deadly Deals  
 Title of Subsidy  
Advance Queensland Deadly Deals . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The Queensland Government's Advance Queensland initiative focuses on growing the economy and 
creating jobs. This includes supporting the start -up and growth of Aboriginal and Torres Strait 
Islander businesses (Indigenous businesses) to deliver new products, processes and services, and 
establishing new industries that will provide the jobs of the future.  
 
The Deadly Deals init iative supports targeted Indigenous businesses and innovators to undertake 
the next step in the development of a product, process or service that will also:  
 
• support growth in priority industry areas in Queensland ; 
• help to diversify the Queensland economy ; 
• engage and/or benefit regional Queensland ; and  
• create new jobs or career pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
This is a competitive grant program, only available to Indigenous businesses in Qu eensland who 
meet specific eligibility criteria. It is a two -stage application process, and applicants successful at 
expression of interest stage are invited to full application. Deadly Deals is a program under the 
AUD 2.25 million Deadly Innovation 2017 e lection commitment.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Direct grant payable in milestones to successful individual Indigenous businesses  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Recipient organisations entered into a legally binding financial incentive agreement with the 
Queensland Government.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding of up to AUD  100,000 (excluding GST) for each of six recipients for up to 12 months 
duration.  Individual grant payments made to successful applicants.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Deadly Deals ran for app roximately 12 months, and the program is not currently accepting any new 
applications. All seven recipients have finalised their grants.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade ef fects is available.  
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  11.28   Advance Queensland Ignite Ideas Fund  
 Title of Subsidy  
Advance Queensland Ignite Ideas Fund .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The Ignite Ideas Fund supports Queensland based small to medium businesses that have high -
growth potential to undertake commercialisation projects that will:  
• strengthen key industries in Queensland ; 
• diversify the Queensland economy ; 
• compete in domestic and global mar kets; 
• engage and/or benefit regional Queensland ; and  
• create new jobs, now and into the future.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
Election commitment under the Advance Queensland Roadmap .   
 Form of the subsidy  
Direct grant.  
 To whom and how the subsid y is provided  
The grant is available to Queensland based small to medium businesses. The grant is paid in 
milestones tied to the completion of agreed project activities.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
 
Two tiers of funding are available:  
 
• up to AUD  100,000 over  12 months where 20% matching funding must be committed by 
the recipient; or  
• between AUD  100,001 and AUD  200,000 over 24 months where $1:$1 matching funding 
must be committed by the recipient.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The program is continuing in 2023-2024.   
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.29   Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships  
 Title of Subsidy  
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 to 2023-2024. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships program supports researchers partnering 
with industry to c omplete original research that will have a positive impact on Queensland.   
 
The program is focused on establishing and/or maintaining meaningful collaboration between 
researchers and industry.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
Election commitment un der the Advance Queensland Strategy.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Direct grant.  
 
The applicant organisation must be a Queensland -based agency that conducts research as part of 
its core activities, including some universities, government agencies, not -for-profit org anisations, 
and companies. The applicant organisation nominates the proposed Fellow.  
 
The proposed Fellow must:  
 
• be an Australian citizen or have Australian residency for the duration of the proposed 
fellowship when submitting the application ; 
• be employed by the applicant organisation in a minimum 50% FTE capacity ; 
• spend a minimum 50% FTE on the fellowship ; 
• work and reside in Queensland for the duration of the fellowship ; and  
• have a PhD research qualification with:   
o up to 5 years post -PhD research experience for early -career fellowships ; or 
o 5 to 10 years post -PhD research experience for mid -career fellowships.   
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The grant is available to Queensland -based agency that conducts research as part of its core 
activit ies, including some universities, government agencies, not -for-profit organisations, and 
companies. The grant is paid in milestones tied to the completion of agreed project activities.  
 level of subsidy per unit  
Two tiers of funding are available:  
• early-career fellowships – AUD 160,000 over two years, or AUD  240,000 over three years  
• mid-career fellowships – AUD 240,000 over two years, or AUD  360,000 over three years  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The program is continuing in 2023 -2024.   
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  11.30   Defence and Aerospace Industry Development Fund (DAIDF)  
 Title of Subsidy  
Defence  and Aerospace Industry Development Fund (DAIDF) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The DAIDF supports Queensland SMEs to enhance their prospects for securing partici pation in 
defence, aerospace and space industry supply chains by:  
 
• enabling Queensland SMEs to develop their capabilities and compete for national and 
international defence and aerospace industry contracts ; 
• increasing Queensland SMEs ' exposure and access to defence, aerospace and space 
industry supply chains ; and  
• facilitating the acquisition of internationally recognised industry certification.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The DAIDF implements elements of the Queensland De fence Industries 10 -Year Roadmap and Action 
Plan ( https://www.statedevelopment.qld.gov.au/industry/priority -industries/defenc e-jobs-qld/qld -
defence -industries -roadmap ) and the Queensland Aerospace 10 -Year Roadmap and Action Plan 
(https://www.statedevelopment.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0014/17231/aerospace -
roadmap.pdf  ) 
 Form of the subsidy  
Round 1 of the International and Industry Certification stream provided matched funding (up to 50% 
of eligib le costs) to Queensland SMEs to achieve nationally and internationally recognised 
certifications. Grants from AUD  10,000 to AUD  30,000 were available, payable in arrears on 
achievement of the certification.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To be eli gible to apply, an applicant must be a SME operating in Queensland and:  
 
• be registered for GST with a valid Australian Business Number (ABN) ; 
• be engaged in defence, aerospace, or information security (specifically C4ISREW 
technologies) supply -chains, or de monstrate the capability and intention to do so ; 
• be able to fund at least 50% of eligible activity costs and 100% of ineligible activity costs ; 
• be a company incorporated in Australia, or an incorporated trustee on behalf of a trust ; and 
• comply with Queensl and industrial relations, and workplace health and safety regulations.  
 
Applications were not accepted from:  
 
• individuals, partnerships and not -for-profit organisations ; 
• SMEs operating for less than 1 year ; 
• SMEs with an Associated Entity that is certified or pursuing certification to one or more of 
the eligible certification standards ; and 
• Federal, State and Local Government agencies or entities.  
 
DAIDF grants are paid in arrears on submission of a payment claim form, an invoice made out to 
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 Level of subsidy per unit  
Round 1 of the International and Industry Certification stream provided matched funding to 
Queensland SMEs to achieve nationally and internationally recognised certifica tions. Grants from 
AUD 10,000 to AUD  30,000 were available, payable in arrears on achievement of the certification.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
From financial years 2021 -2022 to 2022 -2023. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No stati stical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.31   Manufacturing Hubs Grant Program (MHGP)  
 Title of Subsidy  
Manufacturing Hubs Grant Program (MHGP)  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objec tive and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The MHGP has been established to assist small -to-medium size manufacturing firms (SMEs) located 
in each of the Cairns, Townsville, and Central Queensland SA4 regions to increase their advanced 
manufacturing capabilities b oth directly and through supply chain opportunities. These programs are 
being run from our Manufacturing Hubs located in those regions.  
 
A second round will open in late 2021 to service the Mackay - and Gold Coast SA4 regions and will 
be run by the newly established Manufacturing Hubs in Mackay and Gold Coast. The key objectives 
of the MHGP are to support the Queensland Government 's Advancin g Queensland 's Priorities by:  
 
• supporting the growth of Queensland 's regional manufacturing industry by assisting local 
manufacturing SMEs to improve productivity, build international competitiveness, stimulate 
job generation and private sector investment, and support regional growth; and  
 
• assisting regional manufacturing SMEs to adopt new technologies and implement skills and 
training that results in:  
 
o integrated technology -led advances in equipment, robotics, processes, systems, 
software, data use and analytics; and  
o high performing workplaces including increased management capability, leadership, 
technical skills, the attraction, retention and development of skilled employees, 
apprenticeships and traineeships that reflect an advanced manufacturi ng workplace.  
 
The MHGP is addressing identified industry challenges and opportunities associated with 
manufacturing firms transitioning into advanced manufacturing and growing advanced 
manufacturing is regional Queensland.  
 Background and Authority for the  subsidy  
The original AUD  13.5 million Manufacturing Hubs Grant Program was informed by the Manufacturing 
Hub Delivery Model and launched in January 2020 to eligible SME manufacturers in the Cairns, 
Townsville, and Central Queensland SA4 regions. Each of t hese regions have been allocated 
AUD 4.5 million of Manufacturing Hubs Grant Program funding.   
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  The program will continue to operate through to June 2022 or until all funds are exhausted or 
June 2022 (the date the funding for the Manufacturing Hubs expire s). 
 
The MHGP funding program supports the Manufacturing Hub Delivery Model, the Queensland 
Advanced Manufacturing 10 -year Roadmap and Action Plan and the Advanced Robotics for 
Manufacturing Hub (ARM Hub). It is administered by the State of Queensland thro ugh the 
Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water.  
 
The funding allocated to the second round of the MHGP, which will service the Mackay and Gold 
Coast SA4 regions, is unconfirmed, and will be launched in late 2021.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The Manufacturing Hubs Grant Program is a merit -based application program, with eligible 
applications assessed by date of submission.   
 
MHGP grants within the Townsville, Cairns, and Central Queensland range from AUD  5,000 to 
AUD1  million. There are three l evels for financial assistance:  
 
1. Grants valued between AUD  5,000 – AUD 25,000 whereby the State will fund 7 5% of the 
total eligible project costs.  
2. Grants valued between AUD  25,001 – AUD 500,000 whereby the State will fund 7 5% of the 
total eligible project costs.  
3. Grants valued between AUD  501,000 – AUD 1 million whereby the State will fund 7 5% of 
AUD 500,000, and 5 0% of the balance of the Eligible Activity Costs by the MHGP.  
 
The grant values for the second round of the MHGP, w hich will service the Mackay and Gold Coast 
SA4 regions, is unconfirmed.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To be eligible to receive funding under the MHGP, applicants must:  
 
• be a Queensland -based SME (between 5 and 200 FTE) , or demonstrate that the business 
should be considered an SME, to DRDMW 's satisfaction, whose principal activity and 
majority of annual turnover is derived from Manufacturing;  
• have its main operations located in the SA4 Region for the relevant Manufacturing Hub in 
Queensland, and have operated within Queensland for a minimum of three (3) consecutive 
years prior to the applicant submitting its application;  
• be registered for GST and hold an active Australian Business Number (ABN);  
• have a proposed Eligible Activity that targets Queens land's manufacturing industry and be 
relevant to the national and international market, products and services of the applicant;  
• be able to demonstrate that the applicant can verify or validate the expected effectiveness 
and outcomes of the proposed Eligibl e Activity;  
• meet any professional pre -requisites for Eligible Activities;  
• have the financial capacity and standing necessary to conduct the proposed Eligible 
Activity, including the amount to be contributed to the project;  
• be willing to enter into a bindin g funding agreement with the State, stipulating that the 
financial assistance will be used to fund Eligible Activities;  
• not be insolvent or have owners or directors that are an undischarged bankrupts; and  
• not be a federal, state, or local government entity, statutory authority or not -for-profit 
organisation.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
As of 1 September 202 3, 55 projects have been approved for funding under the MHGP for a total 
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 Duration of the subsidy  
The program will continue to operate until all funds are exhausted, or through to June 202 4.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.   
 
11.32   Townsville Regional Recovery Action Plan – Mount Isa Mines Limited  
 Title of Subsidy  
Townsville Regional Recovery Action Plan – Mount Isa Mines Limited . 
 Period covered by the not ification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
Queensland Government capital investment in Townsville as part of the Townsville Regional 
Recovery Action Plan. Part of this financial support includes payroll tax relief, job support loans and 
grants to a range of industry sectors in the North Queensland area and general infrastructure support 
towards roads, water supply and port facilities upgrades – backing hundreds of jobs from Mount Isa 
to Townsville.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
On 23 September 2020, the Premier and Treasurer announced that the Queensland Government 
would provide financial support (under the Townsville Regional Recovery Action Plan) to secure more 
than 1000 resou rce and manufacturing jobs across North Queensland, from Mount Isa to Townsville, 
including funding to assist the ongoing operations and maintenance of the Mount Isa copper smelter, 
the Townsville copper refinery and local manufacturers.  
 Form of the subsid y 
Grants, payroll tax reductions, job support loans.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Businesses operating in Mount Isa to Townsville region.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 8 billion for the Townsville Regional Recovery Action Plan, including funding  for various 
initiatives and businesses from Mount Isa to Townsville.   
 Duration of the subsidy  
From 2020 to the end of August 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effect s is available.  
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  11.33   Queensland Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme  
 Title of the subsidy  
Queensland Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme (ZEV Rebate Scheme) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Queensland Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme is intended to increase electric vehicle uptake 
in Queensland by providing a financial incentive to reduce a major barrier to uptake, which is the 
upfront cost for individuals  and businesses purchasing an eligible new Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV).  
 
The ZEV Rebate Scheme is an initiative under the Queensland's Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy 
2022-2032.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Department of Transport and Main Roads engaged the Queensland Rural and Industry 
Development Authority to administer the ZEV Rebate Scheme. The ZEV Rebate Scheme commenced 
1 July 2022 with enhanced eligibility measures introduced 1 July 2023. Eligible Queensland residents 
can claim a reba te of up to AUD  6000 when purchasing a new eligible ZEV. Queensland businesses 
remain eligible for AUD  3000 rebate.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The ZEV Rebate Scheme is provided in the form of either a AUD  3,000 or a AUD  6,000 rebate, 
subject to meeting eligibili ty criteria.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The ZEV Rebate Scheme is available to Queensland individuals and businesses that have purchased 
an eligible new ZEV and meet other the eligibility requirements.  
 
Specifically:  
 
(a) AUD 3,000 per eligible ZEV  for households with a total taxable income greater than 
AUD 180,000 per annum; or Queensland Businesses.  
(b) AUD 6,000 per eligible ZEV for households with a total taxable income equal to or less 
than AUD  180,000 per annum  
(c) AUD 3,000 in the form of an adjust ment rebate payment per eligible ZEV for applicants 
who have already received an initial ZEV rebate under this scheme; and whose household 
has a total taxable income equal to or less than AUD  180,000 per annum.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Queensland Gove rnment has committed AUD  45 million to the ZEV Rebate Scheme which will 
be offered until funding is exhausted. A rebate of AUD  6000 is available to eligible Queenslander 
households earning up to a total taxable household income of AUD  180,000 per year. If this income 
threshold is exceeded, Queensland households remain eligible to receive a AUD  3000 rebate, should 
all other criteria be met. Businesses remain eligible for a maximum rebate of AUD  3000.  
 Duration  
The ZEV Rebate Scheme has been effective since 1 July 2022, with eligibility enhancements to the 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.34   Queensland Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Co -Fund Scheme  
 Title of the subsidy  
Queensland Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Co -Fund Scheme.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Queensland Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Co -Fund Scheme (Co -Fund) is intended to 
encourage private investment in public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure acr oss 
Queensland, in partnership with the Queensland Government. The Co -Fund aims to improve the 
commercial viability of EV charging stations, add additional public EV fast chargers to the existing 
charging network, and continue to drive EV uptake.  
 
The Co -Fund is an initiative under the Queensland's Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy 2022 -2032.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Department of Transport and Main Roads engaged the Queensland Rural and Industry 
Development Authority to administer the Co -Fund. The Co -Fund supports delivery of public fast 
charging infrastructure in partnership with private industry.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The Co -Fund is a AUD  10 million Government investment which increased to a AUD  24.5 million 
investment in public electric v ehicle charging infrastructure in Queensland when including co -
investment from the five successful applicants under the program.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Co-funding was capped at a maximum of AUD  3 million of the Total Project Value to elig ible 
applicants as part of an expression of interest application process.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Queensland Government has invested AUD  10 million in the Scheme with up to a maximum 
AUD 3 million allocation per applicant. Applicants received variou s contributions from the Queensland 
Government, ranging from AUD  715,000 to AUD  3 million.  
 Duration  
The Co -Fund will be delivered throughout the remainder of 2023 and through 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statisti cal data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  11.35   Freight subsidy for Northern Peninsula, Torres Strait and Gulf regions  
 Title of the subsidy  
Freight subsidy for Northern Peninsula, Torres Strait and Gulf regions.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Five years commencing during 2023 -2024.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To address freight related cost of living pressures in the Northern Peninsula, Torres Strait and Gulf 
regions.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
At the Cost of Living Summit on Thursday Island in March 2023, the Queensland Government 
announced a AUD  64 million freight funding package over five years, commencing during 2023 –24, 
to ease cost of living pressures associated with freight costs in remote com munities in the Northern 
Peninsula, Torres Strait and Gulf regions.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Not yet announced.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Not yet announced.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Not yet announced.  
 Duration  
Five years commencing during 2023 -2024. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.36   Attracting Aviation Investment Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Attracting Aviation Investment Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022, 2022 -2023, 2023 -2024, 2024 -2025 and 2025 -2026.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support and fast -track the return of international air services into Queensland after the effects of 
the COVID -19 pandemic. The primary focus of the Fund is to create and fund Queensland 's 
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  private sector entities and airlines work together to build deep aviatio n relationships, targeting 
sustainable routes while remaining agile and responsive to changing circumstances.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Fund application process is open on a rolling basis to Queensland airports with international 
capacit y. All proposals seeking support will be considered on their relative merits, careful cost -benefit 
analysis and alignment with each of the following mandatory criteria and guiding principles:  
 
• Strategic investment;  
• Value for money;  
• Performance based;  
• Evide nce based;  
• Leverages funding from other partners – matched funding;  
• incentivises viability, sustainability and growth;  
• Speed to market – in-principle support; and  
• Stakeholder engagement.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Marketing and performance incentives.  
 To whom and  how the subsidy is provided  
Marketing related funding is managed by Tourism and Events Queensland which enacts a marketing 
agreement with the relevant airline and other partners.  
 
Performance incentive funding is managed by the proposing airport which con tracts with the airline 
for performance incentives and other in -kind support such as landing rebates.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The total amount of funding for Fund over the life of the program is AUD  100 million. Due to the 
contracting arrangements betwee n parties no set amount is allocated per financial year. Funding 
support is considered to be commercial in confidence.  
 Duration  
The majority of contracts for support for marketing and performance incentives are for three years. 
Special circumstances allow for a shorter term for support and is considered on a case -by-case basis.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.37   Private Sector Pathways (PSP) program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Private Sector Pathways (PSP) program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The PSP program provides a pathway for the Queensland Government  to engage and support 
Queensland startups and SMEs to provide innovative solutions to corporate industry problems and 
open new supply chain opportunities.  
 
Through the PSP program, the Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sport (DTIS) will support a 
Corporate to identify a challenge within the business that will aim to be solved by Queensland SMEs 
or startups. The challenge will be promoted through Advance Queensland channels, including the 
Hubs, where appropriate.  
 
The PSP program will invite application s from Queensland SMEs and startups to help identify 
solutions to the challenge. Applications will be submitted through SmartyGrants and managed by 
DTIS.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
In December 2021, Minister for Tourism, Innovation and Sport and Minister Assisting the Premier 
on Olympics and Paralympics Sport and Engagement (the Minister) approved the Private Sector 
Pathways program of work with funding of AUD  620 000.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Grants are awarded to Queensland SME if a feasible solution is identified.  
 
AQ will provide co -funding of up to AUD  50 000 to the SME/startup. The Corporate (challenge owner) 
will provide matched funding, at a minimum.  
 
To be eligible SMEs must:  
 
• Queenslan d registered ABN and be registered for GST;  
• Be an established Queensland -based startup or small to medium enterprise with full time 
equivalent employee count below 200;  
• Applicants must have a product, which is at, or beyond, minimum viable product – being 
developed in Queensland; and  
• Applicants that have had previous commercial contracts from the participating corporate are 
not eligible to apply. The PSP program intends to provide new opportunities for Applicants 
to work with participating corporates.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total program expenditure for each reporting financial year.  
 Duration  
PSP program will continue until all current approved funds are committed/expended.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistica l data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  11.38   Female Founders Co -Investment Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Female Founders Co -Investment Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022 -2023, 2023 -2024 and 2024 -2025.  
 Policy objec tive and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Female Founders Co -Investment Fund is a pilot fund which aims to increase the number and 
value of investments flowing to Queensland based female founded businesses. The fund will:  
 
• Support Queensland female founders to close their first professional investment round 
leveraging Government backing;  
• support Queensland female founders across a wide range of industries to grow innovative 
businesses;  
• increase the number of female founders participating in the Queensland inn ovation 
ecosystem; and  
• help to grow an investment pipeline for female founded businesses.  
 
The fund supports two priority outcomes from the Advance Queensland – Innovation for a Future 
Economy 2022 -2023: increasing startup and business survival rates and increasing the participation 
of priority cohorts in the Queensland innovation ecosystem (i.e. women).  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
In August 2022, Minister for Tourism, Innovation and Sport and Minister Assisting the Premier on 
Olympics and  Paralympics Sport and Engagement (the Minister) approved the Backing Female 
Founders program of work with funding of AUD  3 million, including AUD  1 million in funding allocated 
to the Female Founders Co -Investment fund.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
Grants of between AUD  50,000 to AUD  200,000 to eligible applicants who meet the following 
eligibility criteria:  
 
• be a Queensland based business;  
• have an ABN and be registered for GST;  
• be a 100% female -founded business (as a t the point of incorporation);  
• have more than 50% female ownership (at the time of application);  
• have no more than 50 full -time-equivalent employees;  
• not be a subsidiary of a group of companies that has more than 50 full -time-equivalent 
employees;  
• not have  received investment through previous capital raises, grant funding or accelerators 
totalling more than AUD  500,000;  
• not be a current or past recipient of the Ignite Ideas Fund; and  
• be undertaking pre -seed or seed eligible investment from an approved eligi ble investor.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
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 Duration  
Program opened 14 February 2024 and will continue to be open until all funds have been allocated 
(open to applications at any time). Grant funding administered to recipients for projects of 12 months 
after date of approval.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.39   Accelerating Female Founders Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Accelerating Female Founders Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022 -2023 and 2023 -2024.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Accelerating Female Founders Program is a pilot pro gram that funds organisations to develop 
and deliver new or existing business support initiatives to Queensland female founders with 
innovative businesses. These initiatives include, but are not limited to, accelerators, pre -
accelerators, mentoring and bus iness acumen development activities, as well as other tailored 
initiatives that meet the program 's intent.  
 
The Accelerating Female Founders program will:  
 
• fund a suite of business support initiatives targeting the growth of Queensland female 
founded busi nesses;  
• support Queensland female founders to grow their innovative businesses across a wide range 
of industries through access to business support initiatives that suit their needs no matter 
where they are in the business development lifecycle, where the y live or what their 
aspirations are; and  
• increase the number of Queensland female founders participating in the Queensland 
innovation ecosystem.  
 
The Fund supports two priority outcomes from the Advance Queensland – Innovation for a Future 
Economy 2022 -2023: increasing startup and business survival rates and increasing the participation 
of priority cohorts in the Queensland innovation ecosystem (i.e. women).  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
In August 2022, the Minister for Tourism, Innovation and S port and Minister Assisting the Premier 
on Olympics and Paralympics Sport and Engagement (the Minister) approved the Backing Female 
Founders program of work with funding of AUD  3 million, including AUD  1 million in funding allocated 
to the Accelerating Fem ale Founders Program.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Grants of between AUD  10,000 to AUD  100,000 to eligible applicant organisations toward the 
development and delivery of business support initiatives to Queensland Fema le Founders within an 
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  To be eligible for this grant, applicants must:  
 
• have an ABN and be registered for GST; and  
• be Queensland based (being based in, or having an office located in, Queensland) OR provide 
the details of Queensland based subcontractor(s)/key personnel who will be utilised to 
develop/deliver the business support initiative; and  
• Note: For the purpose of this program, a consortium is a group of more tha n one individual, 
company or organisation that is submitting a joint application. A consortium can apply, but 
only if the lead applicant meets all the eligibility requirements.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grants of between AUD  10,000 to AUD  100,000 to eligib le applicant organisations.  
 Duration  
Program opened 10 February 2024 and the first round of recipients were announced 18 July 2023. 
Recipients are to deliver business support initiatives within a 12 -month maximum timeframe from 
the date of execution.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.40   Regional Economic Futures Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Regional Economic Futures Fund . 
 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Support communities in seizing industry development opportunities presented by global 
decarbonisation.  
 Background and authority for the sub sidy 
AUD 200 million is being provided to regions which:  
 
• include communities that have coal fired power stations and associated mines that are a 
significant source of economic activity and jobs; and  
• have unique opportunities to support new industries like  critical minerals, renewable 
energy, hydrogen and biofuels.  
 
These regions are:  
 
• North -West Queensland (including the corridor to Townsville);  
• Greater Whitsunday;  
• Central Queensland; and  
• Darling Downs, South -West and the South Burnett.  
 
Regional Transformation Strategies are prepared for each of these regions. As each region is unique, 
each regional transformation strategy will be designed to highlight the specific strengths and 
opportunities of the region. Specific actions will then be funded to support implementation of the 
Strategy.  
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  The Regional Economic Futures Fund is being provided by the Queensland Government.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Any private sector projects funded through the Regional Economic Futures Fund is likely to receive 
a grant. The exact form of subsidy however will vary from project to project.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To be determined following approval of government, anticipated in late 2023.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
To be determined following approval of governmen t, anticipated in late 2023.  
 Duration  
To be determined following approval of government, anticipated in late 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.41   Queensland Biomedical Business Attraction Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Queensland Biomedical Business Attraction Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. (Note that the Program was announced in financial years 
2022-2023 but did not open during the notification period; no funds were disbursed during this 
period).  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Que ensland Biomedical Business Attraction Program is designed to attract interstate and 
international biomedical industry to access Queensland 's biomedical capability.  
 
The objectives of the Program are to support the Queensland Biomedical 10 -Year Roadmap and  
Action Plan by attracting new interstate and international biomedical entities to access Queensland 's 
biomedical sector by:  
 
• raising awareness of Queensland capabilities with a view to attracting biomedical industry 
to Queensland;  
• encouraging non -Queensl and-based businesses to collaborate with Queensland -based 
businesses and use Queensland -based biomedical capability to develop Biomedical Products;  
• sustaining specialised jobs and providing training opportunities in the Queensland biomedical 
sector; and  
• enabling Queensland -based businesses to enter/embed themselves into the national and 
international value chain to develop Biomedical Products.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Queensland Biomedical Business Attraction Program is a key initiative  of the current Queensland 
Biomedical 10 -Year Roadmap and Action Plan, released in October 2022. The Roadmap is part of the 
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  commitment to expanding the biomedical i ndustry and delivering high -skills jobs now and for the 
future.  
 
The Program follows two successful rounds of the Queensland Biomedical Voucher Program, run in 
2018 and 2019, which supported eight projects.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Through the Program, the Queensland Government will support eligible Queensland -based 
businesses for up to one third of the fees they would charge to interstate/international clients for 
obtaining Biomedical Services to develop a Biomed ical Product, up to a cap of AUD  250,000 
(excluding GST).  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total program expenditure is up to AUD  1.5 million (GST exclusive), with support for each project 
capped at AUD  250,000 (excluding GST).  
 Duration  
Two years. The applicatio n period runs from 14 July 2023 to 8 September 2023. Successful projects 
are to be completed within two years of a contract being signed with the Queensland Government.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data per mitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.42   Hydrogen Industry Development Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Hydrogen Industry Development Fund (HIDF) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Hydrogen Industry Development Fund provides matching grant funding to support Queensland 
enterprises to develop projects that increase the state 's capacity to produce, utilise, store and 
transport hydrogen (or its derivati ves). 
 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
The HIDF was announced in 2019 to support the implementation of the Queensland Hydrogen 
Industry Strategy 2019 -2024.  
 
The total financial commitment to the HIDF is AUD  35 million.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Maximum grant of up to AUD  5 million, matched funding on a dollar for dollar basis for eligible 
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 To whom  and how the subsidy is provided  
Direct grant to legal entities holding ABN/ARBN/ACN.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
As of 30 June 2023, seven projects have been approved with a total value of AUD  19,946,230.  
 Duration  
AUD 35 million allocated to the program since 2019. Current projects are expected to be completed 
by end of June 2028.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessm ent of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.43   Biofutures Acceleration Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Biofutures Acceleration Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2022 -22. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Biofutures Acceleration Program has been initiated to attract and support the development of 
new or expanded biorefinery projects in Queensland.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The fund supports the Queensland Biofutures 10 -Year Roadmap and Action Plan (released in 
June 2016).  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Direct grant to proponent meritorious in the competitive expression of interest process.  
 Level of subsid y per unit  
In 2021 -2022, a total of AUD  671,842 was administered under the program, and final payment 
expected in 2023 -2024.  
 Duration  
Commenced on 9 November 2016 and closed on 18 January 2017.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effec ts 
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  11.44   Rent reduction for minerals exploration permits  
 Title of the subsidy  
Rent reduction for minerals exploration permits . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support the Queensland Government 's Critical Mineral Strategy, encourage more mineral 
exploration and support new mineral discoveries.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Minerals Resources Regulation 2013 (MRR) has been amended to reduce rent to AUD  0 for a 
five-year period, commencing 1 September 2023, for all new and existing exploration permits for 
minerals other than coal (EPMs).  
 
This is designed to encourage furt her exploration for critical minerals, which are essential for making 
new products and technologies as the world transitions to a low -carbon future.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Foregone revenue.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
EPM applicants and holders wi ll not be required to pay rent for EPMs with granted or anniversary 
dates (i.e., annual rent) between 1 September 2023 and 31 August 2028.  
 
EPM holders who have pre -paid rent for such an EPM that is granted on or after 1 September 2023 
will receive a refun d. 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The EPM rent reductions result in approximately AUD  11 million per year in foregone revenue.  
 Duration  
Five years from 1 September 2023 – 31 August 2028 . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statisti cal data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.45   Rent deferral for critical minerals  
 Title of the subsidy  
Rent deferral for critical minerals .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support the Queensland 's critical mineral industry, eligible critical mineral mining lease applicants 
can request to defer the initial rent on the grant of their lease. This enables mining lease holders to 
redirect the defe rred rent into their project during its infancy to improve its chance of success.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Under the  Mineral Resources Act 1989 , the Minister for Resources must defer payment of the initial 
rent for the grant of a mining le ase for certain critical minerals.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Deferred revenue . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
EPM, mineral development licence and mining lease holders will be eligible to apply to defer their 
first years rent.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Unknown. Subject to the quantum of rent, and number of eligible applicants.  
 Duration  
Ongoing.  
 Statistical data pe rmitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.46   Collaborative Exploration Initiative  
 Title of the subsidy  
Collaborative Exploration Initiative - CEI (Formerly titled 'Future Resourc es Program – Collaborative 
Drilling Initiative '). 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Collaborative Exploration Initiative (CEI) provided industry grants to:  
 
• Encour age exploration in under -explored parts of Queensland;  
• Support innovative new exploration models or techniques;  
• Contribute to the body of geoscience knowledge in the public domain; and  
• Accelerate discovery and minerals investment in Queensland.  
 
Round 6, closed 1 December 2022 (with reimbursement in financial year ending June 2023).  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
CEI grants are part of the Queensland Government 's Collaborative Exploration Initiative Extension 
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 Form of the subsid y 
CEI grants are administered as a reimbursement of eligible costs incurred, as defined by executed 
funding deed.  
 
The Grants are administered through a competitive submission process. Applications are assessed 
by an independent panel against criteria set down in guidelines provided under the Initiative.  
 
Supported projects receive a grant of up to 100% of their direct activity costs, to a maximum of 
AUD 200,000 (Rounds 5 and 6), reimbursed on completion of the project and submission of all 
requirements.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
• To holders or operators of granted Exploration Permit(s) for Minerals (EPMs) in Queensland.  
• As a reimbursement of pre -approved eligible expenses on delivery of the project in full.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Maximum o f AUD  200,000 (Round 5 in financial years 2021 -2022, Round 6 in financial year 2022 -
2023).  
 Duration  
CEI Round 5 grants were awarded to 16 projects in March 2021, and reimbursed within FY ending 
June 2022 to a value of AUD  1,841,840 (excluding GST).  
 
CEI Round 6 grants were awarded to 13 projects in March 2022, and reimbursed within FY ending 
June 2023, to a  combined value of AUD  1,916,597 (excluding GST).  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.47   Resources Centre of Excellence Expansion  
 Title of the subsidy  
Resources Centre of Excellence  Expansion . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022 -2023 to 2024 -2025.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Under the Queensland Resources Industry Development Plan, the Queensland Government will 
provide the Resources Centre of Excellence in Mackay with AUD  5.7 million (excluding GST) to extend 
the capacity of their highly successful resources training and Mining Equipment, Technology and 
Services (METS) incubator facility by developing a new Futur e Industries Delivery Hub.  
 
The hub will deliver a new facility that meets current and emerging resources industry needs, as 
well as continue to embed the Resources Centre of Excellence 's successful model of connecting the 
brightest minds in resources rese arch, technology, education, and METS to shape the resources 
industry of the future.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
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 Form of the subsidy  
The subsidy is in the form of a grant.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The grant is provided to the Resources Centre of Excellence Limited.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total grant funding is AUD  5.7 million (excluding GST). Total program expenditure in 2022 -2023 
financial year was AUD  698,660 (excluding GST). Funding for 2023 -2024 and 2024 -2025 financial 
years is currently being negotiated.  
 Duration  
The Queensland Government and Resources Centre of Excellence entered into a grant agreement 
for 2022 -2023 financial y ear which has now been finalised. The Queensland Government and 
Resources Centre of Excellence is currently being negotiated for 2023 -2024 and 2024 -25 financial 
years.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data perm itting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.48   Partner with industry to build ESG Excellence  
 Title of the subsidy  
Partner with industry to build ESG Excellence . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2023 -2024 and 2024 -2025.  
 Policy object ive and/or purpose of the subsidy  
On 27 June 2023, the Queensland Government released the Queensland Critical Minerals Strategy 
(the Strategy) that sets out a simple, certain, and sophisticated framework to accelerate growth in 
the Queensland critical mine rals sector. This will be achieved by advancing the objectives of:  
 
• Move faster, smarter;  
• Maximise investment;  
• Build value chains; and  
• Foster research and environmental, social and corporate governance ( ESG) excellence.  
 
Action 8 of the Strategy commits AUD  1 million (excluding GST) to partner with industry to build 
ESG excellence. Under this Action, the Queensland Government will work with industry to improve 
their ESG performance and reporting to ensure best practice and the ability to meet anti cipated 
future requirements from consumers, investors, local communities, and First Nations peoples.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The funds are provided by the State of Queensland acting through the Department of Resources.  
 Form of the subsidy  
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 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The grant will be provided to the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The total value of the grant is AUD  1 million (excluding G ST).  
 Duration  
The grant is currently under negotiation and will occur over the 2023 -2024 and 2024 -25 financial 
year and will be paid against a set funding schedule and schedule of milestone deliverables.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the tr ade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.49   Establishment of Critical Minerals Zones in Queensland  
 Title of the subsidy  
Establishment of Critical Minerals Zones in Queensland  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2023 -2024 to 2026 -2027.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Under the Queensland Critical Minerals Strategy, the Queensland Government will seek to establish 
critical mineral zones in the Julia Creek/Richmond and Mount Isa region s. The purpose of the zones 
is to undertake a place -based approach in critical minerals zones to achieve time, resource, and 
capital efficiencies in advancing critical minerals projects.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Government action and fundin g will be tailored to each zone and may include environmental and 
social impact baseline assessments, facilitation of enabling and common -user infrastructure, 
coordinated community consultation and funding to progress community projects and partnerships 
with First Nations peoples to ensure their aspirations are met through the delivery of critical mineral 
projects.  
 
The funds are provided by the State of Queensland through the Department of Resources.   
 Form of the subsidy  
This subsidy is in the form of a r eserved fund.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The fund will act as a reserve to be distributed by the Department of Resources. A place -based 
approach will be taken to deliver funding to relevant community bodies and infrastructure projects 
as the n eeds of the community, environment and industry opportunities are identified over the next 
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 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total funding available is AUD 75 million (excluding GST). Funding across individual financial years 
2023-2024 to 2026 -2027 is still to be determined.  
 Duration  
Four years from 2023 -2024 to 2026 -2027.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.50   WorkCover Queensland apprentice premium dis coun t  
 Title of the subsidy  
WorkCover Queensland apprentice premium discount . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To encourage the hiring of apprentices, apprentice wages are exempt from workers ' compensation 
premium calculations.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
WorkCover Queensland sets the method and rate for calculating workers ' compensation premiums 
for employers.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Waiving of  premium.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
All employers who employ apprentices. Apprentice wages are not included in the employer 's wages 
declaration which forms the basis of the premium calculation.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Year Apprentice discount (AUDM)  
2017-2018 14.8 
2018-2019 18.4 
2019-2020 20.2 
2020-2021 27.4 
2021-2022 36.0 
2022-2023 45.0 
 Duration  
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
11.51   Low Carbon Accelerator Program (LCAP)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Low Carbon Accelerator Program (LCAP) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The LCAP supports Queensland innovative businesses that are developing and scaling new methods 
and technologies that will accelerate Queensland industries to transition to a low carbon economy. 
The program aims to enhance and accelerate their marke t readiness and gain industry partnerships  
as part of Queensland Government 's commitment to address climate change and reduce our carbon 
emissions.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
LCAP was delivered in partnership with the Office of the Queensland  Chief Entrepreneur and 
managed by an external partner on behalf of the Queensland Government. The program was 
approved by the Minister for the Environment and the Great Barrier Reef, Minister for Science and 
Youth Affairs.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Assistance was offered in the form of coaching and Grant funding for eligible applicants.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The program was open to businesses seeking to develop new and innovative low carbon products 
and ideas. Applicants were asses sed against eligibility criteria and were reviewed by a Technical 
Reference Group before making recommendations to the Department of Environment and Science 
for approval.  
 
Successful applicants received coaching support and up to AUD  10,000 to develop a b usiness case 
for early market implementation. Dependant on assessment of business case, applicants could 
receive up to an additional AUD  80,000 to participate in a pilot Proof -of-Concept program with an 
industry customer to help commercialise concepts.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 366,600 was allocated to support applicants ' projects in 2022 -2023.  
 Duration  
The program ran from August 2022 to March 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assess ment of trade effects is available.  
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  11.52   Electricity Tariff Adjustment Scheme  
 Title of the subsidy  
Electricity Tariff Adjustment Scheme . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsid y 
To assist some business customers with the transition from obsolete retail tariffs to standard retail 
tariffs.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Subsidy was implemented in 2021 -2022 for those customers who met the eligibility criteria (worse 
off at AUD  500 and 5%) when switching tariffs. The subsidy is fixed for up to nine years.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Rebate on electricity bill.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The subsidy is provided by Ergon Energy Retail to customers that meet the eligibility criteria.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 9.1 million in 2021 -2022 and AUD  6.1 million in 2022 -2023 
 Duration  
Up to nine years.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade ef fects is available.  
 
11.53   Queensland Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Queensland Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022 -2023 to 2025 -2026.  
 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The QCMBTF 's primary objective is to support businesses across the critical mineral supply chain in 
Queensland, from mining stage to the development of processing facilities and/or infrastructure, 
including the devel opment and manufacturing of critical minerals, battery technology and advanced 
materials in Queensland.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Critical minerals and rare earth elements are essential components in many of today 's rapidly 
growing clean en ergy technologies – from wind turbines and electricity networks to electric vehicles. 
Additional to these inputs, the economic activity from clean energy technologies differs profoundly 
from the current energy system fuelled by traditional hydrocarbon reso urces. Forecast demand for 
critical minerals and the associated economic activities and supply chains are expected to grow 
quickly as clean energy transitions gather pace.  
 
While the global demand for critical minerals is growing, global supply is in its initial stages and, is 
therefore, more complex, and riskier than established industries. The increased risk arises from 
market uncertainty, technical and commercial matters (for example, the need for new mining 
technology and services to economically extra ct critical minerals).  
 
In response, governments and industry are developing new policies / strategies and new investment 
/ capital programs to transition to clean energy technologies rapidly.  
 
The Queensland Government is supporting industry with policy  and funding support.  
 
The CMBTF  is intended to support businesses across the critical minerals supply chain in Queensland, 
from mining stage to the development of processing facilities and/or infrastructure, including the 
development and manufacturing of critical minerals, battery techn ology and advanced materials.  
 
Authority for the establishment of the fund is commercial in confidence.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Two streams of assistance are available under the QCMBTF:  
 
• Stream A – Grant Assistance (notionally AUD  20 million) administered by Queensland 
Treasury and comprised of grants of up to AUD  2 million  
• Stream B – Development and growth capital (notionally AUD  80 million) administered by 
Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC) in the form of debt/equity investments  
 To whom and how the subs idy is provided  
Companies eligible for support through the fund are those which:  
 
• will deliver economic growth in Queensland   
• will create Queensland -based jobs  
• support private infrastructure development to allow the growth of the critical minerals sector 
within Queensland; and / or   
• are mining or refining critical minerals, or manufacturing advanced materials using critical 
minerals.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Not applicable.  
 Duration  
The Fund is open for three years or until funds are considered fully all ocated.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  11.54   Enterprise Acceleration Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Enterprise Acceleration Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The objective of the Enterprise Acceleration Fund is to support eligible innovative early -stage small 
to medium -sized Queensland businesses that need capit al to grow and create jobs.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The AUD  24 million Enterprise Acceleration Fund was implemented in October 2022. The first 
investment was made on 21 October 2022.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Payments by the Fund will be in the form of direct investment (typically share equity) in eligible 
Queensland businesses.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Enterprise Acceleration Fund will target investments in small to medium -sized businesses that:  
 
a) have sound prospects for c ommercial success and are developing innovative 
products/services;  
b) have growth potential (i.e. growing operations in Queensland or expanding in Queensland) 
and demonstrate the potential to generate continued economic growth in Queensland;  
c) have the majority  of employees located in Queensland at the time of investment; and  
d) are seeking capital to scale operations, new product development, or create Queensland -
based jobs.  
 
The Fund will not consider  investing in businesses where the primary business activity is : 
 
• property development;  
• land ownership; or  
• construction (other than construction technologies).  
 
Queensland Investment Corporation is independently managing the end -to-end investment process, 
including pipeline development, the assessment of applications, investment decisions, and the 
ongoing management of investments.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Fund will consider initial investments up to a maximum of AUD  2.5 million, and a maximum of 
AUD 5 million in aggregate commitments.  
 Duration  
The pr ogram is ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
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12.1  Jobs and Economic Growth Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Jobs and Economic Growth Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
The Jobs and Economic Growth Fund was closed as part of the 2022 -2023 Budget and has been 
replaced by the Economic Recovery Fund.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
To support industry and business growth in South Australia through attraction and expansion support 
for initiatives that will introduce significant new technologies, capabilities, capacities and expertise 
in industries that align to the state's com petitive advantages and provide industry sector support 
where required.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
Following the South Australian Government's review of assistance programs the Industry Assistance 
Framework has been established to support economic growth. The Jobs and Economic Growth Fund 
(formerly Economic and Business Growth Fund) was one of three des ignated funds targeted and 
focused on opportunities that provide strategic development benefit to the state, including in South 
Australia's regions. The other two funds are the Research and Innovation Fund and the Regional 
Growth Fund (see below). The Jobs  and Economic Growth Fund was managed by the Department of 
Treasury and Finance.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Direct funding was provided through grants and in some instances, loans.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Eligible r ecipients were government agenci es, infrastructure providers, industry associations, 
companies, universities, other research institutions or not -for-profit organisations. Funding was 
provided on the basis of project applications and assessed and determined on a case -by-case basis.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total funding provided was  AUD 444 million over eight years.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Fund is closed . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is ava ilable.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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  12.2  Regional Growth Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Regional Growth Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The Regional Growth Fund has been established to support proj ects that unlock new economic 
activity in our regions, create jobs, grow export opportunities and strengthen regional communities.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
Following the South Australian Government's review of assistance progams the Industr y Assistance 
Framework has been established to support economic growth. The Regional Growth Fund is one of 
three new designated funds targeted and focused on opportunities that provide strategic 
development benefit to the state, including in South Australi a's regions. The Regional Growth Fund 
is administered by the Department Primary Industries and Regional Development.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Applicants can seek grants from AUD  50,000 up to AUD  2 million through a competitive grant process 
based on project applications  (grants of greater than AUD  2 million can be awarded where significant 
broader benefits are demonstrated) . Projects are assessed on their ability to drive new economic 
activity; demonstrate transformational change for an industry or sector; create new or additional 
sustained economic benefits for the community/region beyond the applicant; connect to a specific 
regional community; and ensure that further intervention by government after the fu nding is 
provided, is not required to sustain the project or its benefits.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 160 million over ten years (AUD  15 million annually  and an additional allocation of 
AUD 10 million allocated in 2020 -2021). 
 Duration of the subsidy  
Ten years from 2018/19.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
12.3  Research and Innovation Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Research and Innovation Fund . G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
Research and Innovation Fund (previously the Research, Commercialisation & Startup Fund) 
supports research programs that stimulate and enc ourage the creation of more start -up businesses 
in South Australia. It is intended to support proposals that build industry research and development 
capability in South Australia, advance scientific research and help entrepreneurs market their ideas.  
 Backg round and Authority for the subsidy  
Following the South Australian Government's review of assistance programs the Industry Assistance 
Framework has been established to support economic growth. The Research and Innovation Fund is 
one of three new designated  funds targeted and focused on opportunities that provide strategic 
development benefit to the state, including in South Australia's regions. The Research, and 
Innovation Fund is managed by the Department for Industry, Innovation and Science . 
 Form of the s ubsidy  
Grants, with applicant providing matching funding.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Eligible applicants include businesses, industry associations, universities, independent research 
institutes and State Government research institutes. Project  proposals are assessed on a case -by-
case basis.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Ongoing budget is available to provide grants from AUD  20,000 up to AUD  2 million.  
There are three funding streams:  
• Stream 1: Strategic Research Initiatives  
Minimum grant is AUD  50,000; maximum grant is AUD  2 million  
• Stream  2: Seed -Start Program  
Grants from is AUD  50,00 up to AUD  500,000; grants from AUD  50,000 to AUD  100,000 are 
provided on a 2:1 basis (AUD  0.50 from applicant for every AUD  1 from government), grants 
from AUD  100,001 to AUD  500,000 are on a 1:1 basis.  
• Stream 3: Entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem initiatives  
Minimum grant of AUD  20,000 up to AUD  500,000  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The program commenced in February 2019 and is ongoing  
 Statistical data permitti ng an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
12.4  South East Forestry Partnerships Program (SEFPP)  
 Title of the subsidy  
South East Forestry Partnerships Program (SEFPP) . G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of the SEFPP is to support the development of innovative products and technologies to 
encourage a viable and strong timber sawmilling industry,  and create and secure jobs.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The SEFPP  is a merit -based grant program accessible to applicants in the South East of South 
Australia and was created to fulfil an obligation in relation to the forward sale of the plantations in 
South East of South Australia.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Payments to successful applicants are made in the form of a grant, paid in parts, and as 
reimbursements after costs have been incurred and performance milestones have been met . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Eligible organisations are those that may provide a  dedicated service to, or are located or intending 
to locate in, the South East of South Australia defined as the Limestone Coast region.  
 
A total of AUD  27 million was allocated over three rounds.  
 
In 2020-2021 a total of AUD  580,167  of SEFPP funding was paid to grantees.  
 
In 2022-2023 no payments were made to grantees.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Recipients to match government funding at least dollar for dollar.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The full allocation of the program was made over financial years 2015/20 16 and 2016/2017. Two 
project grantees are yet to receive allocated payments.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
12.5  South Australian River Murray Sustaina bility Program  
The AUD  265 million South Australian River Murray Sustainability (SARMS) Program was funded by 
the Australian Government and is being delivered by the State. SARMS supported the sustainability 
of South Australian River Murray communities thr ough investment in irrigation efficiencies, water 
returns, irrigation industry assistance and regional economic development, including the 
redevelopment of the Loxton Research Centre. The Program returned 40 gigalitres of water to the 
River Murray system a nd contributed towards South Australia's implementation of the Basin Plan.  
SARMS comprised two main areas of investment – AUD 240 million for the Irrigation Industry 
Improvement Program (3IP), and AUD  25 million for Regional Economic Development.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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  12.5.1   South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program  (SARMS) Irrigation Industry 
Improvement Program (3IP ) 
 Title of the subsidy  
South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program (SARMS) Irrigation Industry Improvement 
Program (3IP) (ceased)  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
This State -led competitive grant program recovered water savings generated from water recovery 
and eligible irrigation infra structure upgrade projects undertaken by irrigation infrastructure 
operators and individual irrigators. These projects improved the efficiency and productivity of water 
use and management, both off and on -farm, helping to secure a sustainable future for ir rigation 
communities.  
The 3IP was comprised of three elements being:  
• The South Australian River Murray Irrigation Efficiency element (up to AUD  80 million).  
• The South Australian Government Water Purchase element (up to AUD  40 million).  
• The South Australian  Government Irrigation Industry Assistance element (up to 
AUD 120 million).  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
This AUD240 million State -led program was funded under the National Partnership Agreement on 
South  Australian River Murray Sustainability Program (Part A) and National Partnership Agreement 
on South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program (Part B).  
 Form of the subsidy  
Funding was provided through a funding agreement between the State and successful applicant. A 
comprehe nsive, competitive assessment process was undertaken for all projects prior to the 
approval of government funding. The water savings were delivered to the State and transferred to 
the Commonwealth in line with milestones under the National Partnership Agre ement.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding was provided through a funding agreement between the State and the successful grant 
applicant. Four public calls for application were conducted and all grantee projects were finalised in 
the 2020-2021 financial year.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Four rounds were conducted. Successful applicants were offered on average around AUD  1.21 
million. It should be noted that as part of the grant requirements, a portion of the project water 
savings in the form of wa ter entitlements are transferred to the State and then to the Commonwealth 
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 Duration of the subsidy  
Round 1 of the program opened in December 2013 and final grantee projects were completed in the 
2020-2021 financial year. In the 2021 -2022 financial year the State f inalise d delivery of approved 
projects in the region as agreed with the Australian Government.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
12.5.2    South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program (SARMS) Regional 
Development and Innovation Fund (RDIF ) 
 Title of the subsidy  
South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program  (SARMS) Regional Development and 
Innovation Fund (RDIF)  (ceased) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
This State -led competitive grant program provided funding to non -irrigators within the South 
Australian River Murray region. This AUD  12.5 million fund was for projects that supported regional 
development, employment opportunities and economic diversification in the region and formed part 
of the Regional Economic Development Investment under SARMS . 
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
This AUD  12.5 million State -led program was funded under the National Partnership Agreement on 
South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program (Part A) and National Partnership Agreement 
on South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program (Part B).  
 Form of the subsidy  
Funding was provided through a funding agreement between the State and successful applicant. A 
comprehensive competitive assessment process  is undertaken for all projects prior to the approval 
of government funding.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding was provided through a funding agreement between the State and the successful grant 
applicant. Three public calls for application w ere conducted.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Four rounds were conducted. Successful applicants were offered on average around 
AUD 0.65 million.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Round 1 of the program opened in June 2014 with all grantee projects finalised in the 2021-2022 
financial year. In the 2021 -2022 financial year the State finalise d delivery of approved projects in 
the region as agreed with the Australian Government.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an a ssessment of trade effects is available.  
12.6  Regional Support  
 Title of the subsidy  
Regional Tourism Organisation and Regional Consumer Cooperative Marketing Fund .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 202 2-2023.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
Regional Tourism Organisation Funding for local Contact Officer Services to support Regional Tourism 
Initiatives.  
The Regional Consumer Cooperative Marking (RCCM) Fund raises the tourism profile of South 
Australia and increases visitation to South Australia by delivery of the Cooperative Marketing 
Campaign as defined in accordance with the Agreement.   
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The purpose of the support is to raise the tourism profile of Sout h Australia and increase visitation 
to South Australia by delivery of the cooperative marketing campaigns. Direct and indirect support 
is provided to Regional Development of Australia Boards representing the tourism regions of 
South  Australia who are requi red to make co -contributions towards the campaigns.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Direct and indirect support .  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding and support arrangements to Regional Tourism Organisations through a co -operative 
marketing agreement.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The SATC continued to provide each RTO with up to AUD 20,000 for direct cooperative marketing 
activities under the Regional Cooperative Marketing Fund; this required RTOs to match the funding 
dollar for dollar. The SATC  provided an additional AUD 10,000 to RTOs, which was not required to 
be matched, to assist with the regions ' recovery from the impacts of COVID -19.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
2021-2022 to 2022-2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade e ffects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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  12.7  Screen Production Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Screen Production Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
To support the production of screen content that generates significant economic outcomes for the 
South Australian screen industry  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
South Australian Film Corporation . 
 Form of the subsidy  
Up to 1 0% of South Australian production expenditure provided as a grant.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Australian producers who hold the rights in the project and have confirmed marketplace attachment.  
 Level of subsidy per u nit  
Up to 1 0% of South Australian production expenditure provided as a grant.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Fund has been offered continuously since approximately 1994.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data per mitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
12.8  Post Production, Digital and Visual Effects (PDV) Rebate  
 Title of the subsidy  
Post Production, Digital and Visual Effects (PDV) Rebate . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
To develop the South Australian postproduction, digital and visual effects sector   
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
South Australian Film Corporation  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Form of the subsidy  
10% of South Australian post -production expenditure paid as a rebate  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
A producer or co -producer and/or an eligible applicant under the Federal PDV Offset, and/or any 
bona fide South Australian re sident company providing post - production digital and visual effects 
services on the project.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
A rebate equivalent to 10% of approved expenditure on post production, digital and visual effects 
work undertaken in South Australia on  an eligible project, subject to available funds   
 Duration of the subsidy  
The PDV Rebate has been offered since January 2018.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
12.9  South Australian Video Game Development (VGD) Rebate  
 Title of Subsidy  
South Australian Video Game Development Rebate . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2022-2023.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
To develop the  South Australian postproduction, digital and visual effects sector   
 Background  and Authority for the subsidy  
South Australian Film Corporation  
 Form of the subsidy  
10% of South Australian video games development expenditure paid as a rebate  
 To whom and h ow the subsidy is provided  
The Applicant must own or control the necessary rights to develop the game, or; if the Applicant is 
a service provider undertaking the work, they must demonstrate that they have been engaged to 
undertake that work by the rights holder.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The Rebate  enables video games studios to claim a 1 0% rebate on eligible expenditure above 
AUD 250,000 to develop a game in South Australia . G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Duration of the subsidy  
The VGD  Rebate has been offered since September 2020.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
12.10   Adelaide Film Festival Investment Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Adelaid e Film Festival Investment Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
To capitalise on local and national creative strengths, in order to:  
• boost screen production in So uth Australia  
• increase business and employment opportunities in the State  
• enhance the State 's national and international brand as a centre of independent screen 
creativity and innovation.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
Public Corporations (Adelaide Film Festival) Regulations 2017 under the Public Corporations Act 1993  
 Form of the subsidy  
Equity and Grant investment for screen productions . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Australian screen producers . 
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total AUD  1M biennially. Investment values are variable and determined on a case -by-case basis.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Fund has been offered annually since 2003.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
12.11   South Australian Venture Capital Fund (SAVCF)  
 Title of the subsidy  
South Australian Venture Capital Fund . G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period c overed by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.  
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
To increase local venture capital investment in South Australia  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
A review of venture capital acti vity in South Australia highlighted the lack of locally -based venture 
capital fund managers to identify quality dealflow and make local investments into high -growth 
potential companies that have demonstrated a market for their product or service. The SAVCF  is 
administered by the Department for Industry, Innovation and Science . 
 Form of the subsidy  
The SAVCF will target 10 -20, AUD  1-2 million pre -Series A investments into South Australian start -
ups and 5 -12 AUD  2.5 million investments into Series A stage sta rt-ups. 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Fund may invest in high growth potential companies that have at least demonstrated a market 
for their product or service and have either commenced generating revenue or can demonstrate 
customer validatio n and evidence a route to revenue generation.  
Areas of interest include: Space, Clean Energy, Cybersecurity, Defence, Agrifood, Health and 
Medtech.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
A commitment of AUD  50m was made on the establishment of the SAVCF.  
 Duration of t he subsidy  
The SAVCF was established on 1 July 2017. It has a nominal life of 15 years from commencement 
date. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
12.12   Circular Economy Market Development Grants  
 Title of the subsidy   
Circular Economy Market Development Grants  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022-2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The program was initiated as part of a SA Government Support Package to the recycling sector. The 
SA Government Support Package was announced in May 2018 to provide a range of support 
measures to as sist the State 's resource recovery sector in response to various countries ' import 
bans.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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  The need for a market development program had been identified by Green Industries SA (GISA) to 
assist SA businesses that manufacture, sell or promote recycled and/or recycled -content products 
and materials.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Circular Economy Market Development Grant program is included in GISA 's annual business 
plan under the Green Industries Act 2004 . Funding is provided for under the Green Industry Fund.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant - payments are made on agreed milestones in the executed grant agreement.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Local councils, industry associations, not -for-profit organisations, research institutes and busines ses 
that design, apply and scale -up innovative circular economy business models and practices or 
produce, manufacture, sell or promote South Australian recycled materials and/or recycled -content 
products.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Up to AUD  100,000 (GST ex clusive) per applicant.  
 
Expenditure 2021 -2022 – AUD 312,000  
Expenditure 2022 -2023 – AUD 440,000  
 Duration  
Annual pending budget availability.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
12.13   Business Sustainability Program – Assess -Implement -Monitor (AIM)  Grants  
 Title of the subsidy   
Business Sustainability Program - Assess -Implement -Monitor (AIM) Grants . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
AIM grants provide a subsidy for businesses to assess ways to implement more economically and 
environmentally sustainable practices.  Funding is available for businesses and not -for-profits to:  
 
• Assess materials and resource efficiency, waste management, and/or other options to 
support a more sustainable and circular economy for South Australia  
• Implement recommendations made through a GISA -funded, independent and impartial 
assessm ent 
• Projects should enable participants to monitor progress and report outcomes, using it as a 
base for continuous improvement.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
AIM grants are provided for under the Business Sustainability Program (BSP) which is an  established 
grants program that has been running since 2006 -07 under various program and grant names, but 
always with the aim of supporting South Australian businesses to identify and implement 
environmentally sustainable and circular economy practices.  
 
The grant program is included in GISA 's annual business plan under the Green Industries Act 2004 . 
Funding is provided for under the Green Industry Fund.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant - payments are made on agreed milestones in the executed grant agreement.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Grants are available for businesses, not -for-profits, and Australian companies that:  
 
• are using commercial waste collection services (in addition to, or instead of council kerbside 
waste collection services)  
• have bee n operating for a minimum 2 years in South Australia.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Up to AUD  15,000 per applicant comprised of:  
 
• up to AUD  10,000 for an assessment – co-contribution 2:1 (GISA:Applicant)  
• up to AUD  5000 (1:1) to implement assessment recommendations that meet eligibility 
criteria  
Maximum AUD  10,000 for energy -only assessments with co -contribution 1:1 (implementation funds 
are not available for energy -related improvements).  
 
Expenditure 2021 -2022 – AUD 178,181  
Expenditure 2022 -2023 – AUD 130,782  
 Duration  
Ongoing. Annual pending budget availability.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
12.14   Recycling Infrastructure Grants  
 Title of the subsid y 
Recycling Infrastructure Grants  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The need for new and improved recycling infrastructure in South Australia has been identified in 
consecutive State -wide Waste Strategies to meet resource recovery and landfill diversion targets, 
and support a circular economy. Infrastructure needs are furt her outlined in SA 's Waste and 
Resource Recovery Infrastructure Plan (2018, addendum in 2020).  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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  These strategies and plans inform the development of Recycling Infrastructure Grants (RIG) Program 
guidelines and target materials. Changing industry and market  conditions, such as countries which 
have imposed strict conditions on the import of recyclable materials and impacted industry in SA, 
and globally) are also considered in the development and revision of the program.  
 
The continuation of the RIG Program is  subject to the approval of GISA 's annual business plan, as 
per the requirements of section 14 of the Green Industries SA Act 2004 . Funding is recurrent, to an 
extent, and may fluctuate according to State Budget Measures.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The grant program is included in GISA 's annual business plan under the Green Industries Act 2004 . 
Funding is provided for under the Green Industry Fund.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant - payments are made based on agreed milestones under the executed gra nt agreement.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Recycling Infrastructure Grants are available to South Australian businesses and local governments 
that recover, handle and process recyclable materials with the opportunity to invest in equipment, 
technology and processes to respond to the prevailing market conditions.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Applications for Recycling Infrastructure Grants from AUD  25,000 to a maximum of AUD  200,000 
(excluding GST) per project are invited.   
 
Up to AUD  500,000 is available for large scale projects involving significant capital expenditure and 
of state significance. Applications are also invited for projects which benefit the local economy and/ or 
three or more council areas. Councils seeking more than AUD  250,000 are to demonstrate a financial 
commitment by at least three councils as evidenced through a signing of a Memorandum of 
Understanding.  
 
Expenditure 2021 -2022 – AUD 704,000  
Expenditure 2 022-2023 – AUD 1,197,000  
 Duration  
Annually pending budget availability.  
 9.tatistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
12.15   Recycling Modernisation Fund - SA 
 Title of the subsidy   
Recycling Modernisation Fund - SA 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
In 2020 -21, the Australian Government announced a Recycling Modernisation Fu nd (RMF) to 
improve recycling outcomes and address critical gaps in Australia 's recycling infrastructure. The 
funding was aligned to a decision to impose restrictions on the export of certain waste materials.  
 
To receive funding from the Australian Governm ent, applications required a 1:1:1 matched funding 
formula from industry, state or territory government and the Australian Government.  Green 
Industries SA 's (GISA) RMF commitments are factored into GISA 's business plan under the Green 
Industries SA Act 200 4. 
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
A National Partnership Agreement with the Australian Government guides the RMF.   
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant payments based on agreed milestones under the executed grant agreement.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Applications are invited from public or private companies, local governments and not -for-profits 
looking to use proven resource recovery technologies to provide local solutions to local problems, 
seek to increase local employment, provide economic  benefit, and solve transport logistic 
complexities in remote and regional areas and major companies in urban areas of Australia.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Expenditure 2021 -2022 – AUD 6,180,000 . 
Expenditure 2022 -2023 – AUD 12,101,000 . 
 Duration  
2020-21 to 2025 -2026.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
12.16   Economic Recovery Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Economic Recovery Fund  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To assist business and industry in key areas to grow secure, well paid jobs, improve productivity, 
and support innovative, value adding technologies in Sou th Australia.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
As part of the South Australian 2022 -2023 and 2023 -2024 State Budget 's, the South Australian 
Government provided AUD  122 million to establish the Economic Recovery Fund to assist business 
and industry in South Australia.  
 
The Economic Recovery Fund will be available to provide financial assistance to initiatives approved 
by the Treasurer, including initiatives identified through various funding rounds. The Treasurer may 
approve funding from the Economic  Recovery Fund for other initiatives at their discretion.  
 
The South Australian Government will hold a series of funding rounds to enable organisations with 
complying proposals to seek funding from the Economic Recovery Fund. Sectors to be targeted and 
the key government objectives for each round will be announced at the commencement of each 
round. The Economic Recovery Fund is managed by the South Australian Department of Treasury 
and Finance.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Financial assistance will be in the form o f either co -funding grants and/or loans. Guidelines for each 
funding round will specify whether loans are available and the specific terms and conditions that 
may apply. Should loans be available, applicants will be required to specify their preference for  a 
grant or loan.  
 
The Treasurer retains discretion to offer an applicant a loan in lieu of a requested grant, and vice 
versa.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The South Australian Government will hold a series of funding rounds to enable businesses  and 
organisations with complying proposals to seek funding from the Economic Recovery Fund.  
 
Local Government and Councils, Local Government Associations, Industry Associations, and State or 
Federal Government agencies are not eligible to apply.  
 
Financial assistance will be awarded through a competitive application process, unless otherwise 
determined by the Treasurer, at his discretion. Requests for ongoing assistance (including ongoing 
tax relief), or proposals with significant risk of ongoing a ssistance, will not be approved.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The total funding allocated to the Economic Recovery Fund is AUD  122 million over five years.  
 
Grants will be up to 5 0% of eligible project/proposal expenditure. Minimum and maximum grant 
amounts, along with minimum co -funding requirements will be detailed in the guidelines for the 
relevant funding round.  
 
Loans of up to 5 0% of eligible project/proposal expenditure will be interest -bearing and for terms 
up to 15 years.  Minimum and maximum loan amoun ts, as well as the specific applicable interest 
rates and loan terms, will be detailed in the guidelines for the relevant funding round.  
 Duration  
Economic Recovery Fund  funding is provided over five years.  
 
Round 1 of the Economic Recovery Fund  did not co mmence in financial years 2021 -2022 or 2022 -
2023.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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  12.17   Go2Gov  
 Title of the subsidy   
Go2Gov . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy  objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
An innovation challenge program in which early -stage businesses pitch their novel product or service 
to solve challenges in the public sector. The program encourages startups and early -stage scalable 
businesses to bring forward innovative products and services, and for public sector agencies to 
become a first or reference customer.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
A program of FIXE – Future I ndustries eXchange for Entrepreneurship . 
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant .  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Provided to winners of the innovation challenge to test their ideas, develop prototypes and conduct 
trials with scope to extend service delivery be yond the program 's pilot and become an ongoing 
provider to one or more state government agencies.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grants for proof of concept  in the region of AUD  200,000 . 
 Duration  
Go2Gov operated as an initial two -year pilot program that will co ntinue in 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13  TASMANIA  
13.1  Abalone Industry Reinvestment Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Abalone Industry Reinvestment Fund (AIRF) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 [Note the Fund was established in July 2018.]  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The broad objectives of the Abalone Industry Reinvestment Fund  are to support and increase the 
sustainability and productivity of the abalone fishery both biologically and economically. The fund 
will support projects to reduce the long spined sea urchin population of the East Coast of Tasmania. 
It will also support p rojects to increase abalone stock rates, including larval seeding.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The fund is administered by a committee consisting of members from the Tasmanian Abalone 
Council, the Tasmanian Department of Primary Industries, Pa rks, Water and Environment and the 
Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The Fund was established by diverting a portion of existing royalties to provide support for industry -
led projects that assist in maintaining and enhancing t he sustainability and value of the abalone 
fishery.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Applicants may be community organisations, research institutes, local government or industry 
organisations and qualified representatives.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 5.1 million over 5 years. [Note the fund was established in July 2018.]  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Five years from 2018 -2019 to 2022 -2023. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade  effects is available.  
 
13.2  Abalone Industry Development Trust Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Abalone Industry Development Trust Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
For industry development projects to assist with developing new markets, respond to changes in the 
world market over recent years, leverage additional resource sustainability funding from national 
research funding bodies, undertake further economic analysis an d increase the value of the catch.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Announced in the 2015 State Budget, in response to changes in the world market.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Form of the subsidy  
Grant funding to the Tasmanian Abalone Council Ltd.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Trust deed to the Tasmanian Abalone Council Ltd.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 0.2 million per annum from 2015 -2016. 
 Duration of the subsidy  
Initially four years from 2015 -2016 to 2018 -2019. Funding extended in 2018 State Budget for 
another fou r years.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.3  ShellMAP  
 Title of the subsidy  
ShellMAP (Shellfish Market Access Program) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
ShellMAP's Industry Development (Market Access) component will ensure that innovation and best 
practice is fostered and implemented, so that the industry r etains its competitive edge in the world's 
market.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Announced in the 2018 State Budget. ShellMAP operates under a Partnership Agreement between 
the Tasmanian Government, Oysters Tasmania and the Tasmanian Seafood Ind ustry Council (TSIC). 
The program has three components: Regulatory Services, Industry Development (Market Access) 
and Operational Services.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Project funding and levy relief.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Tasmanian Departmen t of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment will partner with 
the oyster and shellfish industry to coordinate industry development. Funding is provided for projects 
approved by the ShellMAP Management Committee to improve the capacity of the oyst er industry to 
manage market access programs. In 20202021  there have been impacts to seafood markets.  Oyster 
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 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 0.4 million over four years  from 2018 -2019. AUD  350,000 in levy relief was provided in 2020-
2021. AUD 0.75 million over four years has been provided in grant deeds.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Four years from 2018 -2019 for grant deeds. Levy relief of AUD  350,000 was for the financial ye ar 
period 2020 -2021.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.4  Investment Attraction  and Industry Development Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Investment Attraction and Industry Development Program*  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Aimed at the development of a strong and innovative business culture resultin g in increased 
investment and job creation; the attraction of new investment to the State; increased infrastructure 
development; stimulating innovation and business development and increased local, national and 
international opportunities for business in T asmania.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The legislative basis is the Tasmanian Development Act 1983  with any funds expended under the 
Investment Attraction and Industry Development Program being appropriated under the budget of 
the Department of State Growth.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Assistance can take the form of grants, concessional loans, payroll tax subsidies, rental subsidies, 
and/or stamp duty subsidies.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Applications are assessed on a case -by-case basis. I ncentive packages are based on an assessment 
of the net economic benefits (for example, increases in employment, increase in investment and 
the introduction of new technologies), the long -term viability of the project and the strategic 
importance of the pr oject to the State.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
See the table above for the aggregated State expenditure and the estimated number of firms assisted 
for the financial year 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Investment Attraction and Industry  Development Program is ongoing. Assistance to companies 
is time -specific, agreed upon between the proponent and the Department of State Growth.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.5  AgriGrowth Concessional Loan Scheme  
 Title of Subsidy  
AgriGrowth Concessional Loan Scheme . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The AgriGrowth Concessional Loan Scheme is an initiative of the Tasmanian Government providing 
low interest loans to Tasmanian farm businesses and agri -food businesses. It supports projects that 
advance the Government's Agrivision 2050 plan, which aims to incr ease the value of the agriculture 
and agri -food sectors in Tasmania. The loan scheme also supports young farmers to progress to 
operating a farm business in their own right.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The Loan Scheme provides financial assist ance to Tasmanian farm businesses and agri -food 
businesses, where the majority of business is conducted in Tasmania. Eligible purposes include:  
 
• developing an innovative agribusiness initiative that has a long lead time until income is 
generated;  
• starting a new enterprise or expanding an existing enterprise;  
• implementing Productivity or Value Enhancement Activities; or  
• young farmers establishing their own farm business, which may include the purchase of a 
farm property  
 
that otherwise could not be brought forward and/or financed under normal banking arrangements.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Low interest rate loan.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To eligible Tasmanian farmers who must be able to demonstrate capacity to repay the loan in five 
years or through  successfully obtaining commercial refinance.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding provided during the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 financial years is summarised in the 
following table.  
 
Note the full amount of the loans provided is included as a subsidy, on the basis that this funding is 
not otherwise available through traditional banking channels.  It is also noted that the interest rate 
applied to non -Young Farmer AgriGrowth Loans is currently in line with or above rates offered by the 
Agribusiness divisions  of the major Australian banks.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2021-2022 AUD 5,377,000  6 Farmers  
2022-2023 AUD 11,925,000  10 Farmers  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Duration of the subsidy  
The Loan Scheme opened in August 2015 and still currently remains open.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.6  Exploration Drilling Grant Initiative (EDGI)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Exploration Drilling Grant Initiative (EDGI) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Exploration Drilling Grant Initiative is designed to encourage investment and spending on 
greenfield mineral e xploration drilling by assisting with direct drilling and access costs.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Program was a key initiative of the Tasmanian Government's Budget.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Cash payments of 5 0% of direct drilling costs capped  at AUD 70 000 per approved project, and up 
to AUD 20,000 to defray helicopter access costs, where required.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To eligible companies or individuals who hold exploration, special exploration or retention licence in 
Tasmania. Grants are competitive and are awarded on the basis of technical merit (as assessed by 
a panel of government, industry and academic representatives).  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total funding under the initiative is AUD  3,500,000.  
 
Funding provided  during the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 financial years is summarised in the table 
below.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2021-2022 AUD 223,533  2 Mining  
2022-2023 AUD 502,236  8 Mining  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Financial years 2018-2019 to 2024 -2025. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
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  13.7  Screen Innovation Fund  
 Title of the subsidy  
Screen Innovation Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Screen Innovation Fund is an initiative of the Tasmanian Government to support strategically 
important projects for Tasmania's sc reen industry sector.  
 
The Fund is being delivered by Screen Tasmania, through its existing Production Investment Program 
as well as through a new Proof of Concept Production Program and other initiatives that arise from 
time-to-time which meet the aims of  the Fund.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Fund was a 2018 Tasmanian Election Commitment, which was subsequently outlined in the 
2018-2019 Tasmanian State Budget. Implementation of the Fund was agreed by the Minister for 
Arts. 
 Form of the subsidy  
Projects funded through the Production Investment Program take the form of equity investment, and 
projects funded through the Proof of Concept Program are grants.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To eligible screen production companies and i ndividuals on application to Screen Tasmania under the 
relevant programs.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total funding under the initiative is AUD  3,000,000 million (assuming total funding in the reporting 
period).  
 
Funding provided during the 2019/20  and 2020/ 21 financial years is summarised in the table below.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2021-2022 AUD 3,000,000  6 Screen Production  
2022-2023 Nil 4 (unspent 2021 -2022 funds 
rolled into 2022 -2023 year)  Screen Production  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Fund commenced in financial year 2018/19. As part of its 2021 State Election commitment, the 
Tasmanian Government announced additional funding of AUD  3 million to continue  the funding 
program until 2022/23.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  13.8  Targeted Apprentice and Trainee Grant for Small Business program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Targeted Apprentice and Trainee Grant for Small Business program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Targeted Apprentice and Trainee Grant for Small Business  program aims to support a skilled 
workforce in target industries in Tasmania, and increase the number of apprentices and trainees 
employed in small businesses in Tasmania.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The program is an initiative of the Tasman ian Government to stimulate the growth of apprenticeships 
and traineeships in targeted industries. The program will initially be restricted to the following target 
industries:  
• Building and construction  
• Tourism  
• Hospitality  
• Manufacturing  
Grants are administe red by the Department of State Growth.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The Targeted Apprentice and Trainee Grant for Small Business program  provide financial subsidies 
to assist small businesses to employ an apprentice or trainee, and additional opportunities for people 
wishing to gain a qualification under an apprenticeship or traineeship arrangement.  
 
The total grant payable to approved app licants is AUD  5,000 (2 x AUD  2,500) for each apprentice or 
trainee employed on a full -time basis, and AUD  2,500 (2 x AUD  1,250) for each apprentice or trainee 
employed on a part -time basis. Part -time includes any eligible school -based training contracts.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The grant is paid to eligible Tasmanian employers in two equal payments:  
• Payment  1 is payable 6 months after the commencement of the training contract of the 
apprentice or trainee (once the employment status of the a pprentice or trainee has been 
confirmed).  
• Payment 2 is payable 12 months after the commencement of the training contract of the 
apprentice or trainee (once the employment status of the apprentice or trainee has been 
confirmed).  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 5,000 to employers employing a full -time apprentice or trainee.  
AUD 2,500 to employers employing a part -time or school -based apprentice or trainee.  
 
Financial Years  Expenditure (AUD)  
2021-2022 6,496,250  
2022-2023 4,936,250  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Duration of the subsidy  
The Apprentice and Trainee Grant for Small Business program commenced in 2018 -2019 and closed 
on 30 April 2022.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is availabl e. 
 
13.9  Accelerating Trade Grant Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Accelerating Trade Grant Program .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To help Tasmanian businesses to collaborate, expand their presence and introduce Tasmanian 
products and services.    
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Program is an initiative under the Tasmanian Trade Strategy 2019 - 2025. The Program was 
approved by the Tasmanian Minister for Trade.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The Program provides a grant payment of up to 5 0% of approved expenses for Tasmanian  
businesses. For the reporting period, the maximum amount provided under any application was 
AUD 10,000; and no mo re than AUD  10,000 was provided to a single applicant in any one financial 
year.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Grants were provided to Tasmanian businesses meeting the eligibility requirements. Recipients 
represented a range of industry sectors.  Payments were made after completion of the approved 
activities and on receipt of satisfactory proof of eligible expenditure, a written report on the activities 
undertaken and outcomes achieved, and a correctly rendered tax invoice.  
 Level of subsidy per un it 
Funding provided during the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 financial years is summarised in the table 
below.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2021-2022 AUD 458,925  43 General  
2022-2023 AUD 412,161  58 General  
 Duration  of the subsidy  
The funding committed is throughout the period covered by the Tasmanian Trade Strategy 2019 -
2025.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.   
 
13.10   Trade Alliance Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Trade Alliance Program .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Trade Alliance Program supports Tasmanian industry associations and regiona l organisations to 
facilitate collaborative projects whereby multiple Tasmanian businesses build on their competitive 
advantage and/or develop solutions to trade and export challenges.   
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Program is supported by initiatives under the Tasmanian Trade Strategy 2019 -2025. The 
Program was approved by the Tasmanian Minister for Trade.    
 Form of the subsidy  
The Program provides a reimbursement of 7 5% of agreed expenses to approved industry  
associations or regional orga nisations. The minimum grant amount available was AUD  10,000 per 
project, and up to a maximum of AUD  25,000 per project.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Payments were provided to approved Tasmanian i ndustry associations and regional organisations i n 
two payments:  
 
• Payment one: 7 5% of grant funds paid on signing of a grant deed.  
 
• Payment two: 2 5% of grant funds paid on receipt of: evidence of eligible expenditure to the 
Tasmanian Government 's satisfaction, a written report on the activities undertaken and 
outcomes achieved, and a tax invoice.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding provided during the 2022-2023 financial year is summarised in the table below.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2022-2023 AUD 6,825  1 General  
 Duration  of the subsidy  
Two rounds of the Program were held in 2020/21 . The Program is now closed.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available .   
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  13.11   Energising Tasmania program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Energising Tasmania program .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Train an additional 2500 workers to enable major energy projects and deliver fully subsidised training 
for energy, infrastructure and related sectors.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Under the Energising Tasmania Project Agreement the Australian G overnment committed to provide 
AUD 16.1 million to the Tasmanian Government to fund fee -free training, workforce development, 
training market development and planning to support the Battery of the Nation and other major 
renewable energy projects and relate d industries.  
 
The program will facilitate energy security in the Australian economy as energy systems transition 
towards a greater share of renewables and a reduction in carbon emissions.  
 
Energising Tasmania has been delivered through three Funds:  
 
• Energising Tasmania Training Fund  
• Energy and Infrastructure Training Market Development Fund  
• Energy and Infrastructure Workforce Development Fund.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Under the Energising Tasmania Training Fund (fee -free training), registered training organi sations 
are subsidised to provide training that meets criteria, including linkage to industry and appropriate 
qualifications.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The recipients are training organisations and payments are made based on commencement and 
completion of training.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The subsidy available for energy and infrastructure related qualifications is identified in a schedule 
to the funding program guidelines.  
 
Funding provided is summarised in the table below.  
 
Financial Years  Expenditure (AUD)  
2021-2022 1,439,751  
2022-2023 2,173,962  
 Duration  of the subsidy  
December 2019 to June 2023 . G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available .   
 
13.12   Building Construction Support Loan Scheme  
 Title of the subsidy  
Building Construction Support Loan Scheme (BCSLS) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Tasmanian Government recognises the important role that the building and construction sector 
plays in the Tasmanian economy and in the recovery from the COVID -19 pandemic.  
 
To support the building and construction sector, the Tasmanian Government has a llocated 
AUD 30 million to provide financial assistance to eligible Tasmanian projects that will engage 
commercial construction companies to create new, or improve existing, buildings and associated 
infrastructure and can commence quickly.  
 Background and a uthority for the subsidy  
The legislative basis is the Tasmanian Development Act 1983 . Tasmanian Development and 
Resources (TDR) either approve loans directly or recommend to the Minister for State Growth that 
loans be approved, dependent on the size of the  loan.   
 Form of the subsidy  
Low interest rate loan.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Applications are assessed on a case -by-case basis. Incentive packages are based on an assessment 
of the net economic benefits (for example, increases in employment , increase in investment and 
the introduction of new technologies), the long -term viability of the project and the strategic 
importance of the project to the State.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The subsidy available under the loan scheme is AUD  52.9 million, with a minimum loan of 
AUD 2 million. There is no maximum loan value. As at 30 June 202 3, there were five approved loans.  
 
Funding provided during the 2022-2023 financial year is summarised in the table below.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2022-2023 AUD 6,600,000  2 Construction  
 Duration  of the subsidy  
The Building Construction Loan Program opened for applications on 29 March 2021 and closed on 
30 September 2021.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.13   North West Job Ready Generation Package  
 Title of the subsidy   
North West Job Ready Generation Package  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and/or 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Package funds nine initiatives that support the upskilling of 600 north -west Tasmanians with 
the qualifications and on -the-job training required in the growing sectors of agriculture, min ing, 
manufacturing, building and construction.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
AUD 3.9 million North -West Tasmania Job Ready Generation Package announced in 2018.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants  
• Building Futures Program - a School Based Apprenticeship  Grant program providing grants 
of AUD 2,500 to encourage local employers to find students interested to start an 
apprenticeship or traineeship while they complete year 10, 11 and 12.  
• An Agriculture Skills Delivery program providing workforce development for individual 
businesses to facilitate increased participation in training, including apprenticeships and 
traineeships, for 150 agricultural workers .  
• The New Apprenticeship Scholarship Pilot Program providing up to 200 full -time scholarships 
(or equivale nt) for eligible people to undertake an apprenticeship or traineeship in targeted 
industries, including Child care, Aged care and Disability support, Agriculture, Forestry and 
Fishing, and Transport and Logistics.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Various – industry and employers (including use of delivery agents), via grant deed, and individuals 
commencing in an apprenticeship or traineeship.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Financial Years  Expenditure (AUD)  
2021-2022 364,474  
2022-2023 326,657  
 Duration  
The completion for this subsidy is 30 August 2022.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects . 
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  13.14   Building the Workforce to Build Tasmania (Hi -Vis Army)  
 Title of the subsidy   
Building the Workforce to Build Tasmania (Hi -Vis Army) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and/or 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support the construction labour force to grow by  25%.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Recognition of the importance of Tasmania 's building and construction industry in leading the 
economic and social recovery from COVID -19. 
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Various building and construction industry bodies  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Financial Years  Expenditure (AUD)  
2021-2022 977,272  
2022-2023 2,977,272  
 Duration  
2021-2025.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects . 
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.15   Advanced Manufacturing Business Improvement Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Advanced Manufacturing Business Improvement Program.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022, 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Advanced Manufacturing Business Improvement Program is designed to support Tasmanian -
based advanced manufacturing businesses to undertake business improvements that will drive 
growth, efficiencies, competitiveness and enhance sustainability.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Program is a key initiative of the Tasmanian Government 's Advanced Manufacturing Action 
Plan 2024.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants are provided on a 5 0% contribution to eligible expenses to Tasmanian advanced 
manufacturing businesses, with a maximum grant of AUD  20,000.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To eligible Tasmanian advanced manufacturing enterprises must have a minimum turnover of 
AUD 175,000 to a maximum of AUD  50 million.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding provided during the 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023 financial years is summarised in the table 
below.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2021-2022 AUD 68,750  4 Advanced manufacturing  
2022-2023 AUD 192,500  11 Advanced manufacturing  
 
The Program provides a reimbursement of up to 5 0% of approved expenses for business 
improvement activities to a maximum of AUD  20,000 per activity.  
 Duration  
The Program commenced in August 2021 and closes on 30 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects . 
No statistical data  permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.16   Advanced Manufacturing Quality Assurance Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Advanced Manufacturing Quality Assurance Program.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022, 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Advanced manufacturing Quality Assurance Program is designed to support Tasmanian -based 
advanced manufacturing enterprises to attain identified quality assurance accreditations such as 
ISO9001 and HACCP, t hat will assist the enterprise in retaining existing customers or securing new 
customers and new markets.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Program is a key initiative of the Tasmanian Government 's Advanced Manufacturing Action Plan 
2024.  
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 Form of the subsidy  
Advanced Manufacturing Quality Assurance grants are provided on a 5 0% contribution to eligible 
expenses to Tasmanian advanced manufacturing enterprises, with a maximum grant of AUD  20,000.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To elig ible, Tasmanian advanced manufacturing enterprises must have a minimum turnover of 
AUD 175,000 to a maximum of AUD  50 million.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding provided during the 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023 financial years is summarised in the table 
below.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2021-2022 AUD 49,920  4 Advanced manufacturing  
2022-2023 AUD 154,524  12 Advanced manufacturing  
 
The Program provides a reimbursement of up to 5 0% of approved expenses for quality assurance 
activities to a maximum of AUD  20,000 per activity.  
 Duration  
The Program commenced in August 2021 and closes on 30 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects . 
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.17   Advanced Manufacturing Tender Incentive Program   
 Title of the subsidy   
Advanced Manufacturing Tender Incentive Program.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022, 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Advanced Manufacturing Tender Incentive Program is designed to support Tasmanian -based 
advanced manufacturing enterprises to seek support from specialist bid and tender writing 
consultants to support the preparation of defence and other specialist tenders.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Program is a key initiative of the Tasmanian Government 's Advanced Manufacturing Action 
Plan 2024.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Advanced Manufacturing Tender Incentive grants are provided on a 5 0% contribution to eligible 
expenses to Tasmanian advanced manufacturing enterprises, with a maximum grant of AUD  40,000.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To eligible Tasmanian advanced manufa cturing enterprises must have a minimum turnover of 
AUD 300,000 to a maximum of AUD  50 million.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding provided during the 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023 financial years is summarised in the table 
below.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2021-2022 AUD 100,000  5 Advanced manufacturing  
2022-2023 AUD 60,000  2 Advanced manufacturing  
 
The Program provides a reimbursement of up to 5 0% of approved expenses for tender writing 
activities to a maximum of AUD  40,000 per activity.  
 Duration  
The Program commenced in August 2021 and closes on 30 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects . 
No statistical data permi tting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.18   Advanced Manufacturing Skills 2 Manufacturing Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Advanced Manufacturing Skills 2 Manufacturing Program.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022, 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Advanced Manufacturing Skills 2 Manufacturing Program is designed to support Tasmanian -
based advanced manufacturing enterprises to undertake non -accredited training, such as short 
courses or industry specific training.  
 Background and authority for the  subsidy  
The Program is a key initiative of the Tasmanian Government 's Advanced Manufacturing Action 
Plan 2024.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Advanced Manufacturing Skills 2 Manufacturing Program grants are provided on a 5 0% contribution 
towards eligible expenses fo r non -accredited training activities undertaken by Tasmanian advanced 
manufacturing enterprises. The program is competitive, and merit based with a maximum grant of 
AUD 15,000.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To eligible Tasmanian advanced manufac turing enterprises must have a minimum turnover of 
AUD 175,000 to a maximum of AUD  50 million.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding provided during the 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023 financial years is summarised in the table 
below.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. o f Firms  Industry Sector  
2021-2022 AUD 50,258  4 Advanced manufacturing  
2022-2023 AUD 71,505  4 Advanced manufacturing  
 
The Program provides a reimbursement of up to 5 0% of approved expenses for non -accredited 
training activities to a maximum of AUD  15,000 per activity.  
 Duration  
The Program commenced in October 2021 and will close on 30 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects . 
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.19   Advanced Manufacturing Accelerating Growth Program   
 Title of the subsidy   
Advanced Manufacturing Accelerating Growth Program.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 202 1-2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Advanced Manufacturing Accelerating Growth Program is designed to support Tasmanian -based 
advanced manufacturing enterprises to become more competitive, resilient and able to scale -up to 
better compete in global markets.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Program is a key initiative of the Tasmanian Government 's Advanced Manufacturing Action Plan 
2024.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Advanced Manufacturing Accelerating Growth Program gr ants are provided on a competitive basis 
for capital equipment for eligible expenses to Tasmanian advanced manufacturing enterprises, with 
a maximum grant of AUD  100,000.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To eligible Tasmanian advanced manufacturing  enterprises must have a minimum turnover of 
AUD 300,000 to a maximum of AUD  50 million.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding provided during the 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023 financial years is summarised in the table 
below.  
 
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  Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2021-2022 AUD 1,572,641  20 Advanced manufacturing  
2022-2023 AUD 1,486,518  18 Advanced manufacturing  
 
The Program provides a reimbursement of up to 5 0% of approved expenses for capital equipment 
to a maximum of AUD  100,000 per activity.  
 Duration  
The Program commenced in August 2021 and closed 24 March 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects . 
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
13.20   Advanced Manufacturing Small Business Growth Program.  
 Title of the subsidy  
Advanced Manufacturing Small Business Growth Program.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Advanced Manufacturing Small Business Growth Program supported smaller Tasmanian -based 
emerging advanced manufacturing enterprises to scale -up to better compete in national and 
international markets to improve th eir competitiveness and resilience.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Program is related to the Tasmanian Government 's Advanced Manufacturing Action Plan 2024.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Advanced Manufacturing Small Business Growth Program grants provide up to a 5 0% contribution 
to Tasmanian -based smaller advanced manufacturers to purchase capital equipment that can be 
demonstrated to meet the aims of the program. Minimum grant request is AUD  2,000 and a 
maximum of AUD  10,000 available per applicant.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
To eligible Tasmanian smaller advanced manufacturing enterprises must have a minimum turnover 
of AUD  150 000 to a maximum of AUD  300 000.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding provided during the 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023 financial years is summarised in the table 
below.  
 
Financial Year  Expenditure  No. of Firms  Industry Sector  
2021-2022 0 0 Advanced manufacturing  
2022-2023 AUD 26,069  3 Advanced manufacturing  
 
The Program provides a reimbursement of up to 50% of approved expenses for capital equipment 
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 Duration  
The Program commenced in February 2023 and closed on 10 March 2023  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects . 
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
14  VICTORIA  
14.1  Victorian Jobs and Investment Fund (VJIF)  
 Title of the subsidy  
The Victorian Jobs and Investment Fund, which includes multiple streams of funding.   
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
For each VJIF stream:  
• Investment Attraction and Assistance Program (IAAP)  – targeted at  strategic and 
footloose private sector investment that boosts economic activity  in Victoria. IAAP supports 
the delivery of the Victorian Government 's broader economic development agenda.  
 
• International Investment Attraction Fund (IIAF)  – a dedicated foreign direct 
investment attraction fund designed to secure private sector investmen t and boost economic 
activity in Victoria. IIAF has a  focus on FDI high value jobs and innovation intensive activities 
in the priority sectors outlined in the International Investment Strategy.  
 
• Manufacturing and Industry Development Fund (MIDF) – focuses on manufacturing 
and industry development in key sector growth areas and supports essential and sovereign 
manufacturing and industry capability.  
 
• Industry Recovery and Growth Fund (IRGF) aims to stimulate investment and job 
creation in sectors hard hit by the COVID -19 pandemic  and in future economy sectors with 
competitive advantages and medium to longer -term job creation opportunities.  
 
• Victorian Industry Investment Fund (VIIF)  – provision of grants to support and attract 
fast growing and expanding businesses, including in supply chains that underpin economic 
resilience. It focuses on investments that are strategically important to economic 
development, recovery and growth, gene rating new capital investment and ongoing jobs.  
 
• Manufacturing and Industry Sovereignty Fund (MISF)  aims to stimulate investment 
by industry in the development, expansion and retention of strategic sovereign advanced 
manufacturing capability (new program a nnounced in May 2023 – no funding awarded during 
reporting period).  
 
• Victorian Land Systems Fund (VLSF) – supports Victorian defence industry businesses 
to build their capabilities, engage in capital expenditure and create jobs to work in the supply 
chain as part of Australian Government defence contracts . 
 
• Industry Research & Development Infrastructure Fund (IRDIF)  – aims to incentivise 
private industry to make new investments in R&D infrastructure to lift firm level innovation 
and drive productivity in Vi ctoria (new program launched 1 July 2023 – no funding awarded 
during reporting period).  
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  • Premiers Jobs and Investment Fund (PJIF) supports investments with a cross -portfolio 
focus, drives social and economic inclusion, and grows Victoria 's international en gagement 
capability and outcomes.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
VJIF was announced in the 2020 -21 State Budget. Various funding streams have been funded in 
subsequent State Budgets. Funding streams are managed by the Department of Premier and Ca binet 
and the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant. 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding for private sector investment attraction is provided on a case -by-case basis.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Aggregated f inancial support awarded and the estimated number of firms assisted for financial years 
2021-2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
60+ firms  20+ firms  
Over AUD 75 million  Over AUD 23 million  
 Duration of the subsidy  
VJIF commenced in 2020 -2021 and will remain operational unless a decision is made to discontinue 
the fund.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
14.2  Smart Enough F actory Program (SEF)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Smart Enough Factory program  (SEF) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of SEF is to support local defence industry companies to transform their business 
operations by deploying digital technologies to drive value and productivity and spearhead their 
competitive advantage.   
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
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 Form of the subsidy  
Grant to a service provider to deliver the SEF for local businesses.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is provided to a service provider who delivers the SEF on a calendar year basis for 2 cohorts 
of businesses each year.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Aggregated financial support awarded and the estimated number of firms assisted.  
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
8 firms  8 firms  
AUD 0.26 million  AUD 0.26 million  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
14.3  Digital Common User Facility  
 Title of the subsidy  
Digital Common User Facility (DCUF) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of the DCUF is to provide SMEs with a secure communications facility to undertake 
secret -level classified defence -related work.   
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The DCUF was launched in 2020.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant to a service provider  to deliver the DCUF for local industry.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is provided to  a service provider to deliver t he DCUF, with multiple businesses paying fees 
to use and benefit from this service.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Aggregated financial support awarded and the estimated number of firms assisted.  
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  2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
25+ firms  25+ firms  
AUD 0.125 million  AUD 0.25 million  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Now completed.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
14.4  The Investment Support Program (ISP)  
 Title of the subsidy  
Investment Support Program (ISP) * 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of ISP is to assist the Victorian Government to achieve the objectives set out  in the 
Victorian Government 's International Investment Strategy.   
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The ISP was launched in 1993.  ISP was transferred to the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and 
Regions on 1 January 2023.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Direct grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding is provided to an eligible entity or to support Investment Strategy activities on a case -by-
case basis.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Aggregated financial support awarded and the estimated number of firms assisted  for financial years 
2021-2022 and 2022 -2023 is included in the table above . 
 Duration of the subsidy  
ISP is recurrent funding.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
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  14.5  R&D Cash Flow Loans Initiative  
 Title of the subsidy  
R&D Cash Flow Loans initiative . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The R&D Cash Flow Loans initiative supported innovative Victorian small to medium enterprises 
(SMEs) whose spending on R&D activity may be stalled or constrained by economic conditions due 
to COVID -19 pandemic.   
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The R&D Cash Flow Loans initiative was announced in the Victorian State Budget 2020 -2021. 
 Form of the subsidy  
Loans . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Loans were provided to Victorian based Small to Medium Enterprises who undertake R&D activity in 
the State.  The Loan provides variable interest rates lower than those available through commercial 
financial services companies for a term of up to 30 months.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The R&D Cash Flow Loans Initiative has deployed AUD 50 million funding, with an average loan of 
AUD 880,000.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The programme commenced on May 2021 and is closed for applications . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is  available.  
14.6  Jobs Victoria Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Jobs Victoria Fund. 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Jobs Victoria Fund (the Fund) was announced as part of the Victorian Government 's investment 
in employment services to support workers and businesses impacted by the COVID -19 pandemic, 
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  The Fund provided eligible employers wage subsidies of up to AUD 20,000 over 12 months to meet 
the costs of taking on new, eligible employees. At least AUD 150 million of the Fund supported 
women into employment, with AUD 50 million targeted to women aged over 45 years.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The AUD 250 million Jobs Victoria Fund was announced in the 2020 -21 Budget to support Victorian 
businesses to deliver at least 10,000 jobs for priority jobseekers, and has been delivered across two 
streams, wage subsidies direct to business (the Fund) and priority workforce projects.  
 Form of t he subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The wage subsidy program provided  eligible employers grants of up to AUD 20,000 over 12 months 
to assist in meeting the costs of employing eligible people from priority cohorts.  
 Level of subsidy per  unit 
Total Expenditure : 
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
25+ firms  25+ firms  
AUD 25,119,046  AUD 57,310,077  
 
5000 gra nts were awarded supporting 7000 individuals in a 12 -month job.   
 Duration  
Jobs Victoria Fund Grants opened March 2021 and closed  on August 2022.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
14.7  Breakthrough Victoria Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Breakthrough Victoria Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of the Fund is to increase the rates at which Victorian research and innovation is 
converted into real -world applications and commercialised, i n turn supporting business growth and 
job creation.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Victorian Government announced the AUD 2 billion Breakthrough Victoria Fund in the 2020 -
2021 State Budget. In March 2021, Breakthrough Victoria was established  as a proprietary limited 
company under the Commonwealth Corporations Act 2001  and declared as a State Owned Company 
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 Form of the subsidy  
Grant, equity investme nt or loan  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding for investment is provided to an eligible entity on a commercial case -by-case basis. 
Investment decisions are independent of government.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Unit investments vary on a case -by-case basis.  
 Duration  
Evergreen . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available . 
14.8  Medtech Manufacturing Capability Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Medtech Manufacturing Capability Program (MMCP) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
MMCP 's objective was to support Victorian manufacturers and medical technology businesses to build 
capability by supporting projects that would verify or validate commercial prototypes, or 
manufacturing processes and other related activities that would enable ma nufacturing and support 
sovereign capability.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
MMCP authority is Ministerial announcement of March 2022.  
The program was delivered by the Australian Medtech Manufacturing Centre , an initiative announced 
in the 2021/ 22 Victorian Budget.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Competitive Grant .  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding was provided to manufacturers and medical technology businesses on a matched 1:1 co -
contribution basis.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
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  2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD 2,200,00  AUD 1,000,000  
 
MMCP supported 12 Victorian businesses . 
 Duration  
The program duration was 12 months, from June 2022 to May 2023.  
  Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical  data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
14.9  Latrobe Valley Economic Growth Zone Incentive Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Latrobe Valley Economic Growth Zone Incentive Fund  – Business Reimbursement Scheme .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
This Business Reimbursement Scheme offers reimbursement of State Government and local 
government fees and charges paid by businesses to start a new busines s or expand an existing one 
which leads to increased job opportunities in the Latrobe Valley . 
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The funding for the Business Reimbursement Scheme  was part of the Latrobe Valley Assistance 
Package approved through the 2016-17 Victorian Budget Update.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Reimbursement.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Eligible businesses based in the Latrobe Valley.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Expenditure : 
 
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD 41,495  AUD 7,278  
 
 Duration  
The Business Reimbursement Scheme operated between the 2016 -2017 and 2020 -2021 financial 
years. Reimbursements were still being paid in 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023 as the payments were 
only made once approved projects were complete and evidence provid ed to the department. A 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available . 
14.10   Technology Adoption and Innovation Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Technology Adoption and Innovation Program (TAIP) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of TAIP was to (i) support Victorian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to implement 
new digital and innovative technologies to improve business productivity and competitiveness; and 
(ii) for SMEs involved in technology development, to further develop innovative, new, and 
commercial technology products and service.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
TAIP was a AUD 6.1 million grant program under the Victorian Innovation and Digital Jobs initiative 
announced in the 2020 -2021 Victorian State Budget.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant. 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
A competitive grant program directed at eligible Victorian SMEs.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total TAIP expenditure was AUD 6.1 million. 133 grants were awarded and AUD 50,000 was the 
maximum grant amount avail able. 
 Duration  
One year; projects were to be completed within 12 months of funding.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade  effects is available . 
 
14.11   The Alice Anderson Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
The Alice Anderson Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The key objectives of the Alice Anderson Fund are to:  
• directly increase the number of  women -led startups receiving investment by incentivising 
and leveraging private investment; and  
• increase the individual funding round size for each investment in women -led startups, to 
help these startups gain traction and scale faster.  
 Background and aut hority for the subsidy  
The Alice Anderson Fund was announced as part of the 2020 -21 Victorian State Budget. A funding 
agreement between the Victorian Government and LaunchVic (startup development agency) sets 
out the terms in which LaunchVic will deliver t he Alice Anderson Fund. A Statement of Expectations 
sets out the relevant Minister 's expectation that LaunchVic will deliver the Alice Anderson Fund.   
 Form of the subsidy  
The Alice Anderson Fund provides equity investments and non -dilutive grants alongsid e equity 
investments from the private sector.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Eligible investee companies must be women -led startups which are based in Victoria.  
Participating startups may receive a co -investment from the Fund between AUD 50,000 and 
AUD 300,000.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Expenditure:  
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD 350,698  AUD 922,605  
 Duration  
The program opened on 1 July 2021 with an investment of three years ending 30 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
14.12   LaunchVic  
 Title of the subsidy   
LaunchVic .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Established in 2016, LaunchVic is Victoria 's independent startup agency which seeks to grow the 
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  • catalysing early -stage investments  
• supporting programs that build founder, investor and talent capabilities; and  
• continuing to drive awareness and advocate for startups.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Additional funding for LaunchVic was announced as part of the 2020 -2021 Victorian State Budget. 
A funding agreement (covering the per iod 1 January 2021 to 30 June 2024) between the Victorian 
Government and LaunchVic sets out the terms in which LaunchVic will deliver its startup support 
initiatives. A Statement of Expectations sets out the relevant Minister 's start ecosystem development 
priorities for LaunchVic.  
 Form of the subsidy  
LaunchVic supports the development of the Victorian startup ecosystem through a broad suite of 
initiatives including advisory services, and grants for accelerator programs, angel networks and 
investor education .  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Typically program participants or grant recipients are advisory firms, startup development 
organisations, entrepreneurs, startups or scaleups based in Victoria.   
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Program costs including grant funding is as follows:  
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD 7,543, 354 AUD 8,654,978  
 Duration  
LaunchVic  has been operational since 2016. The current funding agreement between the Victorian 
Government and LaunchVic concludes on 30 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
14.13   Digital Jobs for Manufacturing  
 Title of the subsidy   
Digital Jobs for Manufacturing . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022, 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of the Dig ital Jobs for Manufacturing Program is to assist Victorian manufacturing 
businesses adapt to a digital operating environment by providing employees with digital skills 
training.  
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Digital Jobs for Manufacturing Program is a program under the Made in Victoria 2030 – 
Manufacturing Statement, which sets out the Victorian Government 's priorities for enhancing 
sovereign advanced manufacturing, attracting and stimulating investment, an d creating new jobs 
for Victoria.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The program is open to Victorian businesses with an existing manufacturing presence in Victoria 
which are on a growth trajectory and are seeking to utilise  their existing workforce to apply digital 
technology to their operations.  
Grants of up to AUD  5,000 are available per employee. Eligible businesses can receive funding for 
up to five (5) employees to undertake training under the program.   
 Level of subsid y per unit  
In the 2022 -2023 financial year, AUD 774,770 in funding was awarded to 109 businesses to enrol 
254 employees . 
 Duration  
Digital Jobs for Manufacturing is a two -year program, to be delivered across the 2022-2023 and 
2023-2024 financial year s. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is availa ble. 
14.14   Small Business Specialist Advice Pathways  
 Title of the subsidy   
Small Business Specialist Advice Pathways . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022, 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Small Business Specialist Advice Pathways targeted established employing businesses to support 
their effective transition in response to disruptive change – e.g. COVID -19 recovery and/or current 
economic conditions.  
Grants could be used by businesses to access s ervices, advice or expertise to address a current and 
pressing issue to inform future business decisions.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Victorian Government announced the AUD 5 million  Small Business  Specialist Advice Pathways 
Program as  part of the 2022 -2023 State Budget.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Form of the subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The program was for employing small businesses who are established and have been in  operation 
for more than two years.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grantees were awarded AUD 2000 to work with their professional advisor; over 2,260 businesses 
were supported.  
 Duration  
Small Business Specialist Advice Pathways was a one -year program delivered across FY 2022 -2023. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment  of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available . 
 
14.15   TARGET Exploration Grants – Resources Victoria  
 Title of the subsidy  
TARGET Exploration Grants.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 to 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The TARGET exploration grants program was established in the 2014 -2015 Victorian State Budget 
to accelerate investment in minerals exploration and development.  Through co -funded grants for 
on-ground exploration activities new investment will drive a pipeline of new resources projects across 
the State.  By encouraging greater investment in minerals exploration, TARGET grants have 
enhanced the understanding of the minerals potential in Victoria, wh ich in turn has attracted further 
investment and increased economic activity, services, jobs, and other flow on benefits to regional 
Victoria.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
This Victorian Government approved initiative included government grants  for exploration companies 
to conduct co -funded minerals exploration programs for eligible minerals. TARGET grant funding was 
made available through a competitive application process. Exploration projects for coal, oil and gas 
were not eligible for TARGET grants.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The Victorian Government pays grants to exploration companies based upon completion of key 
milestones associated with exploration work programs.  
 To whom and how the subsidy was provided  
The grants have been provided to exploration companies that hold exploration licences.  
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  Three grant rounds have been completed including:  
 
• TARGET Round 1, 10 projects were selected in June 2016 totalling AUD 2.187 million  
• TARGET Round 2, 5 projects were selected in May 2017 totalling AUD 1.405 million  
• TARGET Round 3, 6 projects were selected in October 2018 totalling AUD 2.280 million  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The level of the grants varies from approximately AUD 50,000 through to AUD 626,000.  
Total payments made in 2021-2022 amounted to AU D0.418 million and AUD 0.471 million in 2022 -
2023. 
 Duration  
The TARGET exploration grant program commenced with Round 1 in 2016.  
Approximately AUD 0.500 million is still to be paid (due to be completed in 2024).  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
14.16   Forestry Transition Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Forestry Transition Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Forestry Transition Fund  supports job creation and business development in or around the native 
timber communities in Gippsland and the north -east of the state.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Forest ry Transition Fund is part of the Victorian Forestry Plan to maintain as many regional jobs 
as possible as the industry transitions away from native timber harvesting.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding will be avail able for eligible businesses or other organisations operating in or near eleven 
(11) towns / communities which will be significantly impacted by the end of native timber harvesting.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grants of up to AUD 1 million and wage subsidies of AUD 20,000 per former native timber worker  
employed  are available.  
 
AUD 26 million has been allocated to the program, no funding has been provided under the program 
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 Duration  
Applications for round one (1) of the For estry Transition Fund opened on 23 August 2023 and will 
remain open until 28 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
14.17   Portland Aluminium Smelter  
 Title of the subsidy   
Portland Aluminium Smelter .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To support the operation of the Portland Alumi nium Smelter. This project provided certainty for the 
Portland Aluminium Smelter owners, supports Victorian jobs and the local economy .  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Portland Aluminium Smelter agreement was announced by the Victorian Treasurer in 
March  2021.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Complex two -way payment mechanism based on financial performance of the Portland Aluminium 
Smelter over each quarter (3 months) and each financial year.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The owners of the Portland Aluminium Smelter.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The payment structure is commercial -in-confidence.  
 Duration  
Effective for 4 years from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2025 . 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade ef fects is available.  
 
14.18   Renewal Hydrogen Business Ready Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Renewable Hydrogen Business Ready Fund provides grant funding for businesses to undertake 
a business case or feasibility study project to support their transition to renewable hydrogen.  
 
The Fund targeted users of natural gas, hydrogen and energy -intensive  processes to maximise 
emissions reduction. Its objectives were to:  
 
• Enable businesses to identify pathways to transition to renewable hydrogen  
• Increase confidence in transitioning to renewable hydrogen across the sector  
• Build awareness of renewable hydrog en in Victoria  
• Create a streamlined process for industry -government interactions and knowledge sharing.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Fund is an initiative under the Victorian Renewable Hydrogen Industry Development Plan.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Competitive grant process that awarded grants totalling AUD 608,665 to 8 projects.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Government provided a grant via a funding agreement to successful applicants. Grant funding 
agreements must be the minimum required funding required for a project to proceed. Total grant 
funding requests must not exceed 50% of the project 's eligible expenditure.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grant funding totalling AUD 608,665 was paid out to successful applicants upon completion of 
milest ones over the two financial years (FY2021 -2022 and FY20222023).  
 Duration  
All grant funding was paid out to successful applicants by 30 June 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of  trade effects is available.  
 
14.19   Neighbourhood Battery Initiative  
 Title of the subsidy   
Neighbourhood Battery Initiative . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Develop market maturity for mid -scale, distribution network connected battery storage 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The growth in renewables and electrification will continue to drive demand for batteries. For Victoria  
to get the most out of our increasing distributed energy resources, such as rooftop solar, more 
support is being targeted via the Neighbourhood Battery Initiative (NBI).  
 
The NBI aims to achieve the following outcomes:  
 
• support understanding of the full range of benefits that neighbourhood scale batteries can 
provide  
• help to overcome barriers to the deployment of neighbourhood scale batteries  
• inform regulatory reform  
• determine which neighbourhood scale battery models provide the most benefits to the 
Victorian electricity system  
• assist optimisation of distributed energy generation within the low voltage network  
• support the decarbonisation of Victoria 's electricity system to tackle climate change.  
 
Authorised by the Minister for Energy and Resources.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Competitive grants  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Competitive grants open to Distribution Network Service Providers, Local Government, not for profit 
organisations and other commercial entities. Payments are made to successful ap plicants through a 
performance based funding agreement.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
AUD 2.95 million in 2021 -2022. 
AUD 1.7 million in 2022 -2023. 
 Duration  
Five years (2020 -2021 to 2024 -2025).  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
14.20   Victorian Timber Innovation Grants Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Victorian Timber Innovation Grants Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Victorian Timber Innovation Grants Program provides native timber industry businesses funds 
to explore, invest and implement new opportunities  to transition away fr om a sole reliance on native 
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 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Victorian Timber Innovation Grants Program is part of the Victorian Forestry Plan to maintain 
as many regional jobs as possible as the industry transitions away from native t imber harvesting.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Businesses that meet the following criteria can apply for a Victorian Timber Innovation Grant:  
 
• Hold a current VicForests Timber Sale Agreement, or  
• Hold a Forest Produce L icence issued by VicForests, or  
• Are a timber harvest and / or haulage business with a current VicForests contract or 
agreement, or  
• Are a harvest and/or haulage sub -contractor to a business with a current VicForests contract 
and derived at least 70% of annu al revenue from the VicForests contract holder in the 2020 -
21 financial year, or  
• Are a seed collector with a contract with VicForests and derived 70% of annual revenue from 
the VicForests  contract in the 2020 -21 financial year, and  
• Have an Australian Business Number (ABN)  
• Conduct business operations within Victoria  
• Meet all the industrial relations obligations as an employer under the Fair Work Act 2009 
(Cth) National Employment Standards.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Under round one (1) of this program grants of up to AUD  100,000 were provided to help businesses 
explore new opportunities and develop business cases.  
 
Under round two (2) grants  up to AUD 1 million  will be provided, grants  over AUD 1 million  may be 
considered  where projects create a significant number of jobs and /or have local community benefit . 
 
AUD 25 million has been allocated to the program and expenditure for the reporting period is as per 
below.  
 
2021 -2022  2022 -2023  
AUD million  AUD million  
0.286  1.408  
 Duration  
Applications for round one (1) of the Victorian Innovation Grant Program opened in October 2020 
and closed in March 2022. Applications for round two (2) opened in October 2022 and closed 
August  2023. Round three (3) will be open in late 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
14.21   Sawmill Voluntary Transition Package  
 Title of the subsidy   
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2023-2024. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Sawmill Voluntary Transition Package is a payment the Victorian Government will make to 
sawmills to cease purchasing sawlogs under a Timber Sale Agreement or Forest Produce Licence 
from Victorian State forests prior to 1 January 2024 and surrender their Timber Sale Agreement.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Sawmill Voluntary Transition Packa ge and is part of the Victorian Forestry Plan to maintain as 
many regional jobs as possible as the industry transitions away from native timber harvesting.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The scheme is open to Victorian -based hardwood sawmills that:  
 
• Have a current Timber Sale Agreement with VicForests that includes the supply of E grade 
or better sawlog from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024.  
• Have a Forest Produce Licence administered by VicForests that includes the supply of b ox 
ironbark, red gum, durable, common or mixed species sawlog from 1 July 2023 to 
30 June 2024.  
• Currently produce sawn timber products as its main output (excluding posts, poles and 
firewood).  
• Have a dedicated sawmilling site on private land.  
• Hold a curren t registered Australian Business Number (ABN).  
• Declare that they meet all industrial relations obligations as an employer in accordance with 
the National Employment Standards under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth).  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Eligible sawmills c an apply for a package including:  
 
• A payment for the contracted or licensed volume of sawlog that will not be supplied or made 
available in 2023 -2024.  
• A payment of up to AUD  1,000,000 per business for non -fully depreciated plant and 
equipment used to proce ss native timber from Victorian State forests.  
• A payment of up to AUD  150,000 for sawmill site rehabilitation.  
• A payment to cover employee statutory redundancy costs.  
 
This program was recently announced, no funding has been provided to recipients under the program 
to date.  
 Duration  
Applications for the Sawmill Voluntary Transition Package program opened on 23 August 2023 and 
will remain open until 29 December 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statist ical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  14.22   Community Development Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Community Development Fund . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Community Development Fund is designed to support the early implementation of Local 
Development Strategies to support economic diversification for communities previously reliant on 
the native timber harvesting industry.  
 Background and authority for the su bsidy 
The Community Development Fund is part of the Victorian Forestry Plan to maintain as many regional 
jobs as possible as the industry transitions away from native timber harvesting.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grant . 
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Funding will be available through two (2) funding streams:  
 
• Stream one (1): Each town or community (11 total) with a Local Development Strategy 
(LDS) will receive a dedicated base level of funding for project management support and 
other activities.  
• Stream two (2): The remainder of the funds will be allocated to opportunities identified in 
LDS business cases.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Funding available under each stream:  
 
• Stream one (1) provides up to AUD  500,000 of dedicated funding for e ach town or 
community significantly impacted by the cessation of native timber harvesting.  
• Stream two (2) provides up to:  
o AUD 500,000 of dedicated funding for each town or community to implement their 
first innovation opportunity.  
o AUD 500,000 per additiona l opportunity to a maximum of AUD  1.5 million each town 
or community.  
 
AUD 22 million has been allocated to the program.  
 Duration  
Applications for the Community Development Fund opened in October 2022 and will remain open 
until 30 June 2026.  
 Statistical da ta permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  15  WESTERN AUSTRALIA  
15.1  Fremantle Container Rail Subsidy  
 Title of Subsidy  
Fremantle Container Rail Subsidy . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The subsidy lowers the relative cost to rail users of moving container ised freight in and out of North 
Quay Rail Terminal (NQRT) at Fremantle Port on rail in an effort to increase the rail services mode 
share, and therefore mitigate some of the negative impacts  of heavy vehicle movement on arterial 
port roads with in the metropolitan area.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The subsidy was approved by t he Minister responsible for Transport Co -ordination Act 1966  pursuant 
to powers under sections 16 and 63 of the Act, and is administered by the Department of Transport 
(DOT). Subsidy funding is applied for through the formal State Budget process.  
 Form of t he subsidy  
Rail freight customers receive AUD  50 per eligible twenty -foot equivalent unit (TEU) they move on 
the rail service with an eligible forty -foot equivalent unit (FEU) receiving double the rate of a TEU. 
Eligible Intermodal Containers:  
 
a) Full Intermodal Containers transported by rail between Forrestfield Intermodal Terminal 
and North Quay Rail Terminal (NQRT).  
b) Full Intermodal Containers transported by rail between Kwinana Intermodal Terminal 
and NQRT.  
c) Full Intermodal Containers transported by r ail between Rockingham  Intermodal 
Terminal and NQRT.  
d) Intermodal Containers that are filled with hay and are received by rail at NQRT for 
foreign export by ship.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Payment of the subsidy is guided by a Subsidy Deed betw een the operator of NQRT and DoT. The 
Subsidy Deed complements the NQRT Management and Operating Agreement between Fremantle 
Port Authority (FPA) and the NQRT Operator.  
 
The NQRT operator reduces customers' overall freight rail charges by the subsidy amoun t. The State 
Government then reimburses the rail operator for the subsidy payment retrospectively, that is, after 
the rail operator provides proof of moving an eligible TEU for a rail customer.  
 
DoT requires the rail operator to submit invoices before maki ng the reimbursement payments. The 
invoices identify what the rail operator is claiming from DoT and must show:  
• the number of eligible containers moved for the rail customer;  
• the subsidy rate per eligible type of container (TEU/FEU); and  
• the total subsidy amount that is passed on to the rail customer.  
 
The rail operator submits its invoices weekly for payment by DoT; DoT makes payment within four 
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 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total subsidy paid was AUD  6.53 million in 2021-2022 and AUD  6.19 million in 2022-2023. 
 Duration of the subsidy  
The program is ongoing. Funding has been allocated until Financial Year 2025-2026. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment  of trade effects is available.  
 
15.2  Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme  
 Title of the subsidy   
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Rebate Scheme . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022 -2023 to 2024 -2025. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The initiative will provide rebates to support up to 10,000 West Australians to purchase zero emission 
vehicles over 3 years.   
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The ZEV Rebate Scheme is a part of a range of initiatives to accelerate the use zero emission vehicles 
as part of Western Australia 's AUD 60 million Clean Energy Car Fund.   
 Form of the subsidy  
The ZEV Rebate Scheme is a AUD 36.5 million commitment to provide up to 10,000 rebates to West 
Australian 's and West Australian businesses to reduce the cost of purchasing a ZEV.   
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The ZEV Rebate is available to West Australian residents and businesses with premises in Western 
Australia.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Includes 10,000 rebates value d at AUD 3,500 for eligible new ZEVs purchased on or after 
10 May 2022.   
 Duration  
The ZEV Rebate is available for any eligible vehicle that was licensed (first time licence) on or after 
10 May 2022 for three years or until the rebates are fully committed, whichever occurs sooner.   
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  15.3  WA Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship (DIIGS) Program  
 Title of the subsi dy   
WA Defence Industry Internship and Graduate Scholarship (DIIGS) Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022 -2023 – 2025-2026. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The DIIGS  program addresses the WA defence industry 's urgent need for in -demand white 
(professional) collar and grey (para -professional) job roles and the defence industry 's preference for 
workers who have experience in, or exposure to the defence industry.  
 
This i s done by increasing up take of interns, graduates and trainees by defence industry firms prior 
to defence contracts being awarded, thereby addressing cost pressures for employers when work 
may not be readily available while assisting the pipeline developm ent of workforce.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
During the formulation of the WA defence industry workforce development plan 2022 -2027,  the 
industry advised that it needs workers to have either experience in, or exposure to, the defence 
industry.  
 
Industry requested the State Government consider creating a WA specific internship program for 
professional and para -professional workers that  is centrally managed.  
 
The subsidy funding for the DIIGS Program is through formal State budget process.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The Program provides:  
 
a) scholarship/grant to students  
b) incentive grant to employers  
c) additional incentive grant for women, Aborigina l people, people with disability and regional 
participants in the Taster Work Integrated Learning stream and Internship stream of the 
Program.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Program provides the following in a form of cash payment administered  by the third party 
provider contracted by the Department of Training and Workforce Development, Government of 
Western Australia:  
 
a) scholarship/grant to students  
b) incentive grant to employers  
c) additional incentive grant for women, Aboriginal people, people wi th disability and regional 
participants in the Taster Work Integrated Learning stream and Internship stream of the 
Program.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
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 Duration  
The Program was launched in July 2023 . 
 
Implementation duration is set as 2022 -2023 – 2025-2026 based on the allocated funding by the 
Western Australia Government.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.4  WA Defence Industry Reskilling and Upskilling Grant Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
WA Defence Industry Reskilling and Upskilling Grant (DIRU) Program .  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022 -2023 – 2025-2026. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The program aims at driving 'just-in-time training to upskill and reskill new entrants and existing 
workers and to develop new education and training product to support the embedding of Industr y 
4.0 capability in the State 's defence industry.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
During the formulation of the WA defence industry workforce development plan 2022 -2027 (the 
Plan), the industry highlighted the need for upskilling and reskilling e xisting workers and workers 
from other industries into defence industry 's professional and para -professional job roles.  
 
The grant program allows individual firms, consortia of firms and/or industry bodies to apply for 
funds to develop new credit bearing m icro-credentials, accredited short courses and/or skill sets in 
partnership with a WA university and/or training institution/provider and have it delivered to eligible 
new or existing workers as and when required.  
 
The DIRU funding is through formal State  budget process.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The Program provides grants to successful defence industry employers.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Program provides grant payment administered by the Department of Training and Workforce 
Development, Gove rnment of Western Australia to successful applicants following an evaluation 
process.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total of AUD 1.32 million has been allocated to the program by the Government of Western Australia.  
 Duration  
Implementation duration is set as 2022 -2023 – 2025-2026 based on the allocated funding by the 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.5  WA Defence Industry Existing Worker Traineeship Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
WA Defence Industry Existing Worker Traineeship (DIEWT) Program . 
 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022 -2023 – 2025-2026. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The program aims at supporting the career progression of existing workers into critical para -
professional and professional roles that have a technology and Industry 4.0 focus in the defence 
industry through structured on the job learning or specialist task -based projects.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
During the formulation of the WA defence industry workforce development plan 2022 -2027 (the 
Plan), the industry highlighted the need for upskilling and reskilling existing workers and workers 
from other  industries into defence industry 's professional and para -professional job roles.  
 
The grant program allows individual firms, consortia of firms and/or industry bodies to apply for 
funds to develop new credit bearing micro -credentials, accredited short cou rses and/or skill sets in 
partnership with a WA university and/or training institution/provider and have it delivered to eligible 
new or existing workers as and when required.  
 
The DIEWT is funded through formal State budget process.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The Program provides subsidies (cash payment) to eligible defence industry employers in Western 
Australia.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Program provides financial assistance administered by the Department of Training and 
Workforce Development, Government of Western Australia to defence industry employers in Western 
Australia.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Total of AUD 1.08 million has been allocated to the program by the Government of Western Australia.  
120 traineeships are made availab le from the program.  
 
The program provides financial assistance of up to AUD 6,375 to support defence industry employers 
to deliver existing worker traineeships in eligible vocational education and training qualifications.  
 Duration  
Implementation duration  is set as 2022 -2023 – 2025-2026 based on the allocated funding by the 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.6  Jobs and Ski lls WA Employer Incentive  
 Title of the subsidy  
Jobs and Skills WA Employer Incentive . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of the incentive is to stimulate growth in traineeships in Western Australia and direct 
State investment into training that meets the State's workforce priorities.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
It was announced that the payroll tax exemption would cease for trainees f rom 1 July 2019. After 
that date, employers of trainees (and apprentices ineligible for the payroll tax exemption) will be 
able to apply for the Jobs and Skills WA Employer Incentive, provided that they are not eligible to 
receive the Construction Training  Fund grant.  
 
Authority for the scheme is covered by the Vocational Education and Training Act 1996 (WA) - 
Section 9(2)(e).  
 Form of the subsidy  
The scheme will provide incentive payments to employers of apprentices and new entrant trainees 
based on the nominal duration of the training.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The incentive payments will be made to eligible employers of apprentices or new entrant trainees.  
 
Additional loadings are available for:  
• priority qualifications;  
• Aboriginal people;  
• people with a disability;  
• those who live and work in the regions;  
• apprentices aged 21 -30 years.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The proposed base incentive is AUD  8,500 for a four year apprenticeship and AUD  4,250 for a two -
year traineeship. The value of the inc entive payment is linked to the nominal duration of the training 
(AUD  2,125 per nominal year of training). Additional loadings are available on an additive basis for 
priority groups.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The Jobs and Skills WA Incentive commenced from 1  July 2019.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects is available.  
 
15.7  Farm Debt Mediation Scheme  
 Title of the subsidy  
Farm Debt Mediation Scheme.  
 Period covered  by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective  and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The aim of the WA scheme is to provide primary producers and their financier's access to 
independent professional mediators, allowing early interve ntion to resolve business financial 
disputes by negotiation through voluntary mediation . The scheme provides an opportunity to address 
issues and disputes through a low cost and non -legal form of mediation, and encourage a mutually 
acceptable agreement bet ween the parties.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Farm Finance Package, announced by the Federal Government in 2014, incorporated a proposal 
for a nationally consistent approach to farm debt meditation. On 18 May 2015, the Western 
Australian G overnment made a decision to implement a voluntary Farm Debt Mediation Scheme, to 
be administered by the Rural Business Development Corporation (RBDC) and the Small Business 
Development Corporation (SBDC).  
 Form of the subsidy  
Support is provided by subsidi sing the Farm Debt Mediation services provided to the farm 
businesses.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
No direct subsidy is provided to the businesses. Professional mediation is conducted by the SBDC 
for the RBDC. A Memorandum of Understanding outl ines the funding of the mediation services 
between the RBDC and SBDC. Primary producers and the financier 's each pay AUD  125.00 for each 
mediation session. The subsidisation occurs with the cost of case management per application being 
up to AUD  3,000, whi ch includes professional mediation sessions. These are all provided to the 
applicant by Government at no charge above the initial mediation charge of AUD  125.00 each to the 
businesses involved (Primary Producer and or Financier).  
 No of applications  per uni t 
FDMS applications receipt by year  Number of applications  
2021-2022 5 
2022-2023 2 
 Duration of the subsidy  
The program commenced in 2015 -2016 and is ongoing.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  15.8  Marine Stewardship Council Certification  
 Title of the subsidy  
Marine Stewardship Council certification.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial year 2021 -2022. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
To demonstrate WA fisheries are fished and managed sustainably, and to enhance/maintain market 
access for WA commercial fisheries. Specifically, to fund the cost of WA's commercial fisheries (wild 
fishery harvest) achieving the Marine Stewardship Council environmental standard and to provide 
for policy, compliance and research support for the assessments.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Changing worldwide trends o f increasing environmental concern about the state of fisheries and the 
potential impact of market access led the WA Government in 2012 to facilitate independent third 
party certification of WA's commercial fisheries. AUD  14.5 million was allocated for the  project. Out 
of the AUD  14.5 million, AUD  6.5 million over the four years funded the cost of Conformity 
Assessment Bodies (CABs) undertaking the Marine Stewardship Council assessments.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Government funds the full cost of the independent Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) 
undertaking the pre -assessment, full assessment and first annual surveillance audit. Subsequently 
industry must fully fund the surveillance audits in years 2 -4 and the 5 year re -assessment and on -
going annual surveillanc e costs. To alleviate the impacts of COVID -19 on fishing businesses, all MSC 
costs for calendar year 2020 were covered by the State Government.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
For pre -assessments, the subsidy was provided to the CAB on the approva l of the Department. Pre -
assessments were completed for all fisheries. Full assessments require support of the fishery rights 
holders, that the fishery is considered a high priority for certification, and that the Department has 
the resources available to support the assessment/audit.  
 
For full -assessments and the first annual surveillance audit, the subsidy is paid to the CAB 
undertaking the assessment by the State Government on behalf of the fishery client. All payments 
to the CAB require the approval of the fishery client and the Department.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Subsidies for pre -assessments and fishery full assessments vary with the size and complexity of the 
fishery/fisheries and its management, but generally range from AUD  50,000 to AU D 150,000.  
 
Subsidies for the first annual surveillance audit range from AUD  10,000 to AUD  20,000.  
 
To date, the funds paid to CABs to undertake the assessments (pre -and full assessments) and two 
aquaculture stewardship pre -assessments are given below:  
 
FY Year  Contracted funds  
2012-2013  AUD 129,600.00  
2013-2014  AUD 195,350.00  
2014-2015  AUD 317,367.26  
2015-2016  AUD 417,828.67  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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  2016-2017  AUD 342,983.99  
2017-2018  AUD 68,461.25  
2018-2019  AUD 195,597.13  
2019-2020  AUD 137,984.12  
2020-2021  AUD nil  
Grand Total  AUD 1,805,172.40  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Financial years 2012 -2013 to 2021 -2022. 
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.9  Payroll Tax Exemption for Wages Paid to Apprentices and Trainees  
 Title of the subsidy  
Payroll Tax Exemption for Wages Paid to Apprentices and Trainees.  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the s ubsidy  
An employer who is subject to payroll tax is exempt from payroll tax for wages paid to:  
 
• eligible apprentices for the period during which the apprentice is under a registered training 
contract  under a training contract registered under the Vocation al Education and Training 
Act 1996 and An eligible trainee under a training contract registered prior to 1 July 2019 
under the Vocational Education and Training Act 1996 for the remaining nominal term of 
the training contract.  
 
The policy objective was to strengthen workforce development through encouraging the employment 
of apprentices and trainees.  
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
Pay-roll Tax Assessment Act 2002  – Western Australia.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Waiver of payroll tax liability on wages pai d to apprentices. Wages paid to eligible apprentices are 
not included as 'taxable wages' for payroll tax purposes in Western Australia. In order to qualify for 
the exemption, the following criteria must be met:  
 
•  The employee must be an apprentice under a registered training contract that is for a class 
A or class B qualification (as defined in section 5 of the Vocational Education and Training 
Act 1996 and that refers to the apprentice under the training contract  as an "apprentice ". 
The contract must be registered with the Department of Training and Workforce 
Development.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
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  or trainee under a training contract registered under the Vocational E ducation and Training Act 1996  
Part 7 Division 2.  
 
From 1 December 2017 to 30 June 2019, the payroll tax exemption was removed for:  
• trainees classified as an existing worker; and  
• new employee trainees whose ordinary wages exceed $100,000 per annum for a fu ll-time 
employee or pro rata amount for a part -time employee.  
From 1 July 2019, wages paid to trainees are not exempt unless the trainee is under a training 
contract registered prior to 1 July 2019.  The exemption only applies to the remaining nominal peri od 
of a training qualification for which a trainee is employed under a training contract.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Payroll Tax – Apprentices and Trainees – Estimated Actuals AUD  62.8 million.  
Payroll Tax – Apprentices and Trainees – Estimated – N/A 
Note - the tax and royalty expenditures identified are only approximations.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The payroll tax exemption was provided during  and  by the Western Australian Government. The 
exemption is part of the Pay-roll Tax Assessment Act 2002 . 
 Statistic al data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects is available.  
 
15.10   Payroll Tax Indigenous Wage Rebate  
 Title of the subsidy  
Pay-roll Tax Indigenous Wages Rebate . 
 Period  covered by the notif ication  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The policy objective of this scheme is to encourage small to medium businesses to employ new 
indigenous employees by providing a full rebate of payroll tax paid in respect of wages paid to new 
indigenous employees over the first two years of employment.  
 
For the purposes of this scheme a small to medium business is one which pays no more than 
AUD 15 million in total Australia -wide taxable wages.  
 Background an d Authority for the subsidy  
Pay-roll Tax (Indigenous Wages) Rebate Act 2012 . 
 
Section 7 sets out the requirements to be considered an 'eligible employer'. Section 8 sets out the 
requirements to be considered an 'eligible employee'.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Eligible employers may benefit from a full rebate of payroll tax paid in respect of wages paid to 
eligible new indigenous employees. To be able to receive the rebate, employers are required to 
submit an Indigenous Wages Rebate application form which provides d etails of the wages paid to 
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 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The Payroll Tax (Indigenous Wages) Rebate Act 2012  provides for the rebate to be paid to employers, 
or grouped employers, with annual Australia -wide taxable wages of up to AUD  15 million, for Western 
Australian wages paid in the first two years of employment to new indigenous employees for whom 
they also receive a Commonwealth Indigenous Wages Subsidy.  
 
The employer can only claim the rebate in relation to wages pai d to eligible employees. An employee 
is an eligible employee for an assessment year if the employer receives or received an indigenous 
wages subsidy in respect of the new employee. The rebate of payroll tax is only applicable to payroll 
tax paid on wages p aid to an eligible employee during the first 24 months commencing on the day 
on which the employee first commenced employment with the employer.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
A rebate of payroll tax paid in relation to eligible indigenous employees which is ot herwise taxed at 
a rate starting at 5.5%.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
The payroll tax indigenous wages rebate is a scheme that has been in operation with effect from  
1 July 2012.  
 
The rebate can only be claimed in respect to payroll tax paid on the wages paid for the first two 
years of employment of each new indigenous employee.  
 
The payroll tax indigenous wages rebate is legislated and is an ongoing scheme available to eligible 
employers.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statis tical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.11   Charge Up Workplace Grant Program  
 Title of the subsidy   
Charge Up Workplace Grant Program  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The objective and purpose of the Charge Up Workplace Grants Program is to increase 
electric  vehicles (EV) uptake in Western Australia while minimising electricity system impacts. This 
in turn will assist in the decar bonisation of transport as part of the Western Australian Government 's 
Net Zero by 2050 Policy.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The Charge Up Workplace Grant Program was approved in the 2022-2023 WA State Budget as part 
of the Clean Energy Car Fun d. This provided AUD 15m to fund 5 0% of eligible projects for installing 
EV charging infrastructure into workplace settings.  
 
This aligns with the Western Australia State EV Strategy on promoting EV uptake and the EV Action 
Plan for preparing the electrici ty system for this influx of EV 's.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Form of the subsidy  
The Subsidy is in the form of a Rebate/Grant to fund approximately 5 0% of the purchase and 
installation of 7kw and/or 22kW chargers into workplaces. A maximum of 20 chargers can be funded 
per applicat ion, with up to four chargers at a maximum of five sites.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The grant program is open to Small and Medium Enterprises, Local Government Authorities and Not -
for-profits registered with the Australian Charities and Not -for-profit Association.  
 
The subsidy is provided through the submission of an application to Energy Policy WA which is then 
approved through an assessment and review process. Funding is released once an acquittal form is 
provided with evidence of an instal led EV charger.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
2021-2022 – AUD 0. 
2022-2023 – AUD 7,975 . 
 
Round 1 of the grant program, encompassing parts of the 2022 -2023 and 2023 -2024 financial years, 
has seen over $1.3m in grant funding allocated, with AUD 7,975 released during the 2022-2023 
financial year. The low rate of released funding is due to the rebate nature of the grant, with 
successful applicants required to install the i nfrastructure before the subsidy can be provided.  
 
The grant program funds three elements, including hardware, software, and installation. A 
breakdown of funding includes; 5 0% of the cost of hardware, with models selected from the Charge 
Up Grant Program A pproved Hardware List. Fifty per cent of the installation and commissioning of 
the charger, with funding caps of AUD 5,000 in the Greater Perth area and AUD 10,000 in Regional 
WA, and 7 5% of a 2 -year subscription to a EV charging software platform on the C harge Up Grant 
Program Approved Software List.  
 
There are overall funding caps for each application, with grant funding capped at AUD 50,000 for an 
application with sites in the Greater Perth area, and a AUD 75,000 funding cap for sites in Regional 
WA.  
 Duration  
Round 1 of the Charge Up Grant Program ran from 16 February 2023 to 31 July 2023.  
Round 2 is scheduled to launch November 2023 and will be open for six months.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data perm itting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.12   Spodumene Financial Assistance Scheme  
 Title of the subsidy  
Spodumene Financial Assistance Scheme . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Spodumene Financial Assistance Scheme was temporarily established to support jobs and 
prevent lost royalty revenues by assisting the continued operation of the Pilgangoora and Mt Cattlin 
spodumene concentrate projects during a pe riod of challenging market conditions.  
 Background  and authority for the subsidy  
A sustained fall in the price of spodumene concentrate put the Pilgangoora and Mt Cattlin projects 
at risk of suspension and the finances of the operators under pressure. Spodu mene concentrate 
production is also significant to battery materials used in lithium -ion batteries for electric vehicles. 
The State Government approved the financial assistance scheme in November 2020.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Assistance was approved in the form of a 5 0% rebate on royalties paid (providing for an effective 
royalty rate of 2. 5%) each quarter in relation to the December quarter 2020 to the September 
quarter 2021.  
 
The rebates were to be provided only if operations continued, the operational emp loyee count did 
not fall significantly, and the average price of spodumene concentrate was less than US$  550 per 
tonne for a given quarter.  
 
The rebates were also repayable in equal instalments between the December quarter 2021 and 
September quarter 2023 or an earlier date.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The assistance was provided to Pilbara Minerals, operator of the Pilgangoora project, and Galaxy 
Resources, operator of the Mt Cattlin project.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
A royalty rate of five per  cent of the value of the spodumene concentrate is payable.  
 
A 50% rebate on royalties paid by Pilbara Minerals and Galaxy Resources was provided for the 
December quarter 2020 and the March quarter 2021 only. This was due to spodumene concentrate 
prices b eing higher than the US$  550 per tonne threshold for the June quarter 2021 and September 
quarter 2021.  
 
In relation to the reporting period of 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023, there was no expenditure under 
the program.  
 
Rebate repayments of AUD 2.127 million were made by the companies in 2021 -2022, with 
AUD 0.589 million repaid in 2022 -2023. 
 Duration  
From the December quarter 2020 to the September quarter 2023.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permittin g an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.13   Potash Financial Assistance Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Potash Financial Assistance Program . G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Potash Financial Assistance Scheme was established to assist the development of the emerging 
potash industry in Western Australia to create jobs and community development opportunities, 
particularly in remote Aboriginal communiti es. 
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The potash industry was a new and emerging industry in Western Australia that had reported a host 
of challenges including high costs, difficulties raising capital, and commissioning issues, putting the 
developme nt of the industry and potential jobs across the State at risk.  
 
The program was initially approved by the State Government in March 2022 for the period from 
2021-2022 to 2025 -2026, with an extension to the program approved in October 2022 for the period 
to 2029 -2030. 
 Form of the subsidy  
Assistance was approved in the form of a non -repayable 5 0% rebate on royalties paid on sulphate 
of potash sales, to any company, for a total period of eight consecutive quarters, which makes its 
first sulphate of potash sales and accrues royalties by the December quarter 2027.  
 
This means that rebates may be pay able to the December quarter 2029 (on sales and royalties 
accrued for the September quarter 2029).  
 
However, no rebate is payable for a quarter when the sulphate of potash price exceeds a cap of 
AUD 1,000 per tonne on average over the quarter.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
Any company that makes first sales and accrues royalties in Western Australia by the December 
quarter 2027 is eligible for the program.  
 
Kalium Lakes, operator of the Beyondie project, achieved first sales in the September quart er 2022, 
and in May 2023 received a rebate on royalties paid for the March quarter 2023.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
A royalty rate of five per cent of the value of potash is payable.  
 
The program provides a non -repayable 5 0% rebate on royalties paid on sul phate of potash sales, to 
any company, for a total period of eight consecutive quarters, which that makes its first sulphate of 
potash sale and accrues royalties by the December quarter 2027.  
 
However, no rebate is payable for a quarter when the sulphate of potash price exceeds a cap of 
AUD 1,000 per tonne on average over the quarter.  
 
There was no expenditure under the program for 2021 -2022 and expenditure for 2022 -2023 was 
AUD 26,573.15 . 
 Duration  
From the December quarter 2021 to the December quarter 2029.  G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.14   Koolyanobbing Mine Financial Assistance Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
Koolyanobbing Mine Financial Assi stance Program . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The Koolyanobbing Mine Financial Assistance Program was established to maintain employment in 
regional Australia by e nsuring continued operation of the Koolyanobbing Mine and associated 
shipping activities at the Port of Esperance.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
Cliffs Asia Pacific Iron Ore operations (Cliffs) announced in May 2018 that the company intended to 
curtail operations at the Koolyanobbing Mine. The State Government negotiated this financial 
assistance package in associated with Cliffs and Mineral Resources Limited (MRL) in order to maintain 
employment in the region and the Port of Esperance . 
 Form of t he subsidy  
The form of the assistance was a AUD  5 million rebate for Cliffs royalties paid in the June quarter of 
2018 and a 100% rebate of royalties paid by MRL from 1 July 2018 onwards. The rebate is capped 
at 30 million tonnes shipped, and limited to 5 years from the date of first export.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The assistance was provided to Cliffs and MRL. Cliffs received a AUD  5 million rebate on royalties 
paid in the June quarter of 2018. MRL receives a 100% rebate of royalties paid o n up to 30 million 
tonnes of iron ore shipped for up to 5 years from the date of the first export.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
A royalty rate of 7.5% of the iron ore value is payable. The financial assistance under the program 
is 100% of the royalty that is paid for the duration of the program, which is limited to 30 million 
tonnes of iron ore or up to 5 years from the date of fir st export by MRL.  
 Duration  
From the December quarter of 2018 for a maximum of 5 years. The program concluded with the 
March quarter 2023 royalty payment as the 30 million tonnes shipped cap was reached.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trad e effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
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  15.15   The Co -funded Exploration Drilling Program  
 Title of the subsidy  
The Co -funded Exploration Drilling Program.  
 Period  covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy  objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Aim is to stimulate increased private sector resource exploration, leading to new mineral and energy 
discoveries within the state of Weste rn Australia, particularly in underexplored greenfield regions.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
A Western Australian State Government initiative, approved by State Government and administered 
by the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Saf ety. 
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
A grant is available to any company or, individual that is successful in a competitive application 
process. Applications can only be for exploration within the State of Western Austra lia and the drilling 
can only be undertaken on a granted mineral tenement, or petroleum title held by the applicant, or 
where the applicant has written approval for access by the tenement holder. Applications are called 
for twice a year. In each applicatio n process (round) responses to technical criteria are assessed and 
marked by independent external assessors (2) with extensive geological knowledge. Applications 
are then ranked according to total marks gained and grants offered until exhaustion of availab le 
funding (generally AUD  6 million per round). Payment of grants is only provided when proof of work 
and results are submitted to the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety. The 
application process and monetary refund of grants is bi -annually  overseen by an independent 
external auditor for probity and transactional correctness, respectively.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The subsidy is not based on a per unit  value. It is a competitive process, where grants are eligible 
for 50% of direct drilling costs, up to capped values depending on the application type. A Single 
deep-hole application is capped at AUD  200,000, a multiple -hole program capped at AUD  150,000, 
and a prospector grant capped at AUD  30,000.  
 Duration of the subsidy  
Program began in 2009 and is currently financed to 30 June 2024.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects.  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.16   The Co -funded Energy Analysis Program  
 Title of the Subsidy  
The Co -funded Energy Analysis Program . G/SCM /N/401/AUS  
 
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 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  
 Policy objective and /or purpose of the subsidy  
Aim is to stimulate increased private sector resource exploration, leading to new energy discoveries 
within the state of Western Australia.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
A Western Australian State Government initiative, approved by State Government and administered 
by the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Grants.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
A grant is available to any company or, individual that is successful in a competitive application 
process. Applications can only be for exploration within the State of Western Australia and the 
scientific analysis can only be undertaken on a granted Petroleum or geothermal titles, Reservation 
Title including a petroleum for geothermal special prospecting authority, with or without acreage 
option. A nalysis is for existing state resources (core, sid ewall core, cuttings, water, and gas samples) 
and to allow re -analysis of existing data (e.g. reprocessing or desktop studies) to achieve better 
resolution and understanding of petroleum and geothermal systems. Applications are called for twice 
a year. In each application process (series) responses to technical criteria are assessed and marked 
by independent external assessors (2) with extensive geological knowledge. Applications are then 
ranked according to total marks gained and grants offered until exhau stion of available funding 
(generally AUD  250,000 per series). Payment of grants is only provided when proof of work (via 
service provider invoices) and results are submitted to the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation 
and Safety. The application proce ss and monetary refund of grants is bi -annually overseen by an 
independent external auditor for probity and transactional correctness, respectively.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
The subsidy is not based on a per unit  value. It is a competitive process, where grants are eligible 
for 50% of analysis costs, up to capped value of AUD 50,000.  
 Duration  of the subsidy  
Program began in 2021 and is currently financed to 30 June 2024 . 
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects.  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available  
 
15.17   Local Capability Fund  
 Title of Subsidy  
Local Capability Fund (previously the Industry Facilitation and Support Program) . 
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023.  G/SCM/N/401/AUS  
 
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 Policy  Objective and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of the program is to assist Western Australian SMEs to improve their capability, capacity 
and competitiveness to service major public and private sector markets.  
 Background and Au thority for the subsidy  
The program was approved by the Minister responsible for the Industry and Technology 
Development Act 1998 and is currently administered by the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science 
and Innovation.  
 Form of the subsidy  
Applicants can c laim 75% of approved eligible activity costs. The maximum amounts to be claimed 
were AUD 50,000.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The grants are paid to Western Australian SMEs as a reimbursement of 75% of approved eligible 
activity costs. Eligible costs include temporary expert assistance for prequalification, improvements 
to internal business infrastructure; and specialist training and plant and equipment.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Up to AUD 50,000 . 
 Duration  of the subsidy  
The program is ongoing.  
 Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.18   Collie Industrial Transition Fund  
 Title of the subsidy   
Collie Industrial Transition Fund (CITF).  
 Period covered by the notification  
Financial years 2022 -2023. 
 Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of the CITF is to provide support for large -scale industrial projects that can provide 
long-term, sustainable industrial jobs as Collie transi tions to new forms of industry and power 
generation. The anticipated outcomes of the CITF include increases in the number and diversity of 
job opportunities, improvement in the productivity of businesses and industries, and development 
of the scale and div ersity of the region 's economic base.  
 Background and authority for the subsidy  
The AUD  200 million CITF is part of the wider AUD  547.4 million Collie Transition Package to 
transition the Collie region as it moves away from emissions -intensive industries. The Collie region 
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  jointly by the Department of the Premier and Cabinet and the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science 
and Innovation.  
 Form of the subsidy  
The CITF is administered via a competitive grants program. Program funds allocated to eligible 
projects are to be matched by a co -contribution of AUD  1 from the proponent for every AUD  1 funded 
and have a minimum project value of AUD  4 million.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The funding is to be provided to private sector businesses, local government authorities, industry 
groups, not -for-profit organisations and community groups with a valid Australian Business Number 
(ABN) or Australian Company Number (ACN). Costs to be covered by the funding include; 
development and commercialisation, new technology, specific infrastructure , plant and equipment, 
and common -user infrastructure.  
 Level of subsidy per unit  
Grant payments will vary but are anticipated to be a minimum of AUD  2 million. AUD  200 million in 
total is available through the CITF.  
 Duration  
Financial years 2022/23 up to 2 026/27 subject to finalisation of grant agreements.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
15.19   Collie Futures Industry Development Fund  
 Title of Subsidy  
Collie Futures Industry Development Fund (CFIDF)  
 Period covered  by the notification  
Financial years 2021 -2022 and 2022 -2023. 
 Policy Objective  and/or Purpose of the subsidy  
The purpose of the CFIDF is to provide support for both new and expanding industries  in the Collie 
region, in a bid to promote alternatives to coal -related employment. The anticipated outcomes of 
this program include increases in the number and diversity of jobs, improvement in the productivity 
of business and industries, and development of the scale and diversity of the region's economic 
base.  
 
 Background and Authority for the subsidy  
The CFIDF is part of the wider AUD  24 million Collie Futures Fund, a five year initiative that will 
drive economic diversification and job creation in the C ollie region, defined as the area within a 
50km journey -to-work of Collie town site. The CFIDF is administered jointly by the South West 
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 Form of the subsidy  
The fund is adm inistered via a competitive grants program. Program funds allocated to eligible 
projects are to be matched by a co -contribution of AUD  1 from the proponent for every 
AUD 1 funded. A maximum amount of AUD  2 million can be sought by a single proponent.  
 To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
The funding is to be provided to private sector businesses, local government authorities, industry 
groups, not -for-profit organisations and community groups with a valid Australian Business Number 
(ABN) or  Australian Company Number (ACN). Costs to be covered by the funding include; 
development and commercialization, new technology, specific infrastructure, plant and equipment, 
and common -user infrastructure.  
 Level of subsidy  per unit  
Up to AUD  2 million.  
 Duration  of the subsidy  
1 July 2019 – 30 June 2025.  
 Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects  
No statistical data permitting an assessment of trade effects is available.  
 
 
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