Grants, assistance & other support

Looking for grants or assistance to start or run your business?

While the government generally doesn’t offer funding just to start a business, there may be other forms of assistance available to help you. 

The Australian Government Business Portal is a good place to start.  Read more>>

Try searching for activities you’re looking to achieve with your business, such as research and development, trade, innovation or employment. You may also find assistance in the form of grants, low-interest loans, tax and tariff concessions and more.

Grant Categories include:

Starting a business

Generally there aren’t many government grants to help you start your business, but there are other loans and support available.

Marketing and sales

Looking to promote your business? Find out what's on offer to help support your business moving into different markets.

Taking your idea to market

Have an idea for a new product or service? Find assistance or funding to help get your idea or proof of concept to market.

Importing or exporting

Need help with your import or export activities? There may be loans, funding, subsidies and support available for your business.

Buying equipment

Do you need equipment or technology for a new project or to grow your business? See what help is available.

Employing people

Are you an employer or looking to bring on staff? See the diverse assistance available to help you support your staff.

Recovering from a disaster

Is your business affected by a disaster? See what support is available to get your business back on its feet.

Expanding and diversifying

Think bigger can be better? Find support, training and funding to help your business grow.