The Growing Regions Program – Round 2 offers grants of up to $15 million to support the costs of upgrading, expanding or constructing regional community infrastructure.
The Growing Regions Program (GRP) will support the costs of upgrading, expanding or constructing regional community infrastructure.
The GRP particularly seeks to support infrastructure projects that will benefit the wider regional community and achieve socio-economic outcomes. Examples include community hubs and centres, cultural facilities, sports centres and infrastructure to improve social liveability.
The total pool is $393 million. Grants of between $500,000 and $15 million are available, and can cover between 50% and 90% of project costs.
An applicant must be:
- Local government agencies and bodies
Incorporated not-for-profit organisations.
Projects must be located in regional areas.
Applications open on 5 September 2024, and close on 10 October 2024.
Rebecca Barnes
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Dr Rebecca Barnes, situated in Adelaide, serves as RSM’s National Grants Manager. Rebecca supports organisations from start-ups to large multinationals to identify and access strategic funding opportunities.
With a thorough knowledge of the Federal and State funding landscape, she provides tailored advice regarding Government grant opportunities and develops compelling funding applications. Get in touch with Rebecca >
Edward Day
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Edward Day, based in Perth, is a Senior Manager in RSM’s Government Grants team.
Edward, a seasoned specialist in Government Grants, supports clients in preparing grant applications across various Federal and State Government programs. He offers personalised advice, devises Government funding strategies, and prepares applications for competitive grant programs.