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    Tourism grants in Victoria

    853 grants apply to tourism businesses in Victoria: 28 run for the state and 825 national programs open to any Australian operator. 233 are open right now.

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    Run for Victoria

    Programs whose eligibility is Victoria operators, ranked by relevance to tourism.

    1. Sustainable Tourism Initiatives Program

      The Sustainable Tourism Initiatives Program offers direct funding for Australian tourism businesses—including accommodation providers, tour operators, and attractions—to implement sustainable practices and reduce their environmental footprint.

      Tourism WA Industry Support, State

      Funding
      $10,000 to $100,000
      Status
      Ongoing
      Closes Until funds exhausted

    2. Tourism Digital Transformation Grant

      The Tourism Digital Transformation Grant is a highly relevant funding opportunity for Australian tourism businesses, specifically designed to boost their competitiveness through digital adoption.

      Tourism WA Industry Support, State

      Funding
      $2,000 to $20,000
      Status
      Ongoing
      Closes Until funds exhausted

    3. Tourism Digital Transformation Grant Programme

      The Tourism Digital Transformation Grant Programme is a highly relevant initiative for Australian small and medium tourism businesses, providing funding to adopt digital technologies.

      Tourism WA Industry Support, State

      Funding
      $5,000 to $20,000
      Status
      Ongoing
      Closes Until funds exhausted

    4. Tourism Victoria (Visit Victoria) - Tourism and Events Program

      To support events that drive visitation to Victoria, enhance the state's reputation as a premier tourism destination, and generate economic benefits for local communities.

      Visit Victoria, State

      Funding
      $5,000 to $500,000
      Status
      Open now

    5. Visit Victoria - Various Grants

      Stimulate tourism growth, enhance visitor experiences, and promote Victoria as a tourist destination.

      Visit Victoria, State

      Funding
      $5,000 to $500,000
      Status
      Open now

    6. Entrepreneurs' Programme - Business Growth

      The primary purpose of the Entrepreneurs' Programme - Business Growth was to improve the productivity, competitiveness, and innovative capacity of Australian SMEs.

      Australian Government (typically managed by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources or its predecessors), Federal

      Funding
      $20,000 to $250,000
      Status
      Open now

    7. Entrepreneurs' Programme - Growth stream

      The primary purpose is to boost the competitiveness and productivity of Australian SMEs by providing strategic advice and support for business growth. Objectives include improving management capability, fostering innovation, identifying new market opportunities, enhancing business systems, and facilitating access to…

      Australian Government, administered by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (previously Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources)., Federal

      Funding
      $5,000 to $20,000
      Status
      Open now

    8. Regional Events Acceleration Fund (Victoria)

      To stimulate regional economies through investment in diverse and attractive regional events, increasing tourism and creating jobs.

      Victorian State Government (RDV - Regional Development Victoria), Regional

      Funding
      $10,000 to $250,000
      Status
      Open now

    Everything that applies in VIC

    State programs and national programs together. Search, or narrow by status, level and category.

    853 grants

    1. National Experience Content Initiative

      The National Experience Content Initiative, a Tourism Australia program, offers free content creation services to Australian tourism businesses. Its goal is to help businesses better market their unique experiences and attractions with high-quality visual and descriptive content, enhancing their appeal to both…

      Tourism Australia Industry, Federal

      Funding
      In-kind support in the form of content creation services (e.g., images, videos, resources).
      Status
      Ongoing
      Closes Ongoing

    2. Research and Development (R&D) Tax Incentive

      Provides a tax offset for eligible R&D activities.

      GenAI Deep Search, Federal

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    3. Tasmanian Aboriginal Tourism Development Program

      The Tasmanian Government supports the development of Aboriginal tourism through various initiatives. Contact the Department of State Growth for information on current funding opportunities and support programs.

      Google GenAI Grants Agent, State

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    4. Australian Government Festivals Australia

      Supports high-quality arts projects that invite audiences to experience and engage with the arts at festivals across Australia.

      GenAI Deep Search, Federal

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Open now

    5. Digital Solutions - Australian Small Business Advisory Services (ASBAS)

      Provides low-cost, high-quality digital advisory services to small businesses. Services include advice on websites, social media, online security, and digital marketing.

      GenAI Deep Search, Federal

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    6. Entrepreneurs' Programme

      Provides access to expert advice and support to help businesses innovate, grow, and commercialise their ideas.

      GenAI Deep Search, Federal

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    7. Regional Connectivity Program

      Funds projects that deliver improved digital connectivity in regional, rural, and remote areas.

      GenAI Deep Search, Federal

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Open now

    8. Sustainable Tourism Initiatives Program

      The Sustainable Tourism Initiatives Program offers direct funding for Australian tourism businesses—including accommodation providers, tour operators, and attractions—to implement sustainable practices and reduce their environmental footprint.

      Tourism WA Industry Support, State

      Funding
      $10,000 to $100,000
      Status
      Ongoing
      Closes Until funds exhausted

    9. Tourism Australia's Business Events Bid Fund Program

      The Business Events Bid Fund Program provides financial support to secure international business events for Australia. It aims to increase the number of high-yield business events held in Australia, generating economic benefits for the tourism industry and the broader economy.

      Google GenAI Grants Agent, Federal

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    10. Tourism Digital Transformation Grant

      The Tourism Digital Transformation Grant is a highly relevant funding opportunity for Australian tourism businesses, specifically designed to boost their competitiveness through digital adoption.

      Tourism WA Industry Support, State

      Funding
      $2,000 to $20,000
      Status
      Ongoing
      Closes Until funds exhausted

    11. Tourism Digital Transformation Grant Programme

      The Tourism Digital Transformation Grant Programme is a highly relevant initiative for Australian small and medium tourism businesses, providing funding to adopt digital technologies.

      Tourism WA Industry Support, State

      Funding
      $5,000 to $20,000
      Status
      Ongoing
      Closes Until funds exhausted

    12. Tourism Victoria (Visit Victoria) - Tourism and Events Program

      To support events that drive visitation to Victoria, enhance the state's reputation as a premier tourism destination, and generate economic benefits for local communities.

      Visit Victoria, State

      Funding
      $5,000 to $500,000
      Status
      Open now

    13. Tourism WA Grants

      Tourism WA offers a range of grants to support the development and promotion of tourism in Western Australia. These grants cover a variety of areas, including marketing, event development, and infrastructure upgrades.

      Google GenAI Grants Agent, State

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    14. Tourism WA Regional Events Program

      The Regional Events Program supports events that attract visitors to regional Western Australia and generate economic benefits for local communities. It aims to enhance the vibrancy and appeal of regional destinations and promote Western Australia as a premier tourism destination.

      Google GenAI Grants Agent, State

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    15. Visit Victoria - Various Grants

      Stimulate tourism growth, enhance visitor experiences, and promote Victoria as a tourist destination.

      Visit Victoria, State

      Funding
      $5,000 to $500,000
      Status
      Open now

    16. Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grant

      Provides grants to wine producers to support tourism and cellar door sales. The grant aims to increase tourism to wine regions and boost cellar door sales.

      GenAI Deep Search, Federal

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    17. Northern Territory Government - Tourism Event Funding

      The Tourism Event Funding program supports events that attract visitors to the Northern Territory and generate economic benefits for the region. It provides funding for a range of events, including cultural festivals, sporting events, and business events.

      Google GenAI Grants Agent, State

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    18. Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) Funding

      The Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) provides funding for major events that attract visitors to the Northern Territory. It aims to boost the tourism industry and generate economic benefits for the region.

      Google GenAI Grants Agent, State

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    19. Tourism WA - Events Funding Program

      Tourism WA's Events Funding Program supports events that attract visitors to Western Australia and generate economic benefits for the state. It provides funding for a range of events, including sporting events, cultural festivals, and business events.

      Google GenAI Grants Agent, State

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    20. VIC - Regional Jobs Fund

      Supports projects that create jobs and stimulate economic growth in regional Victoria.

      GenAI Deep Search, State

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    21. ACT Event Funding Program

      This program supports the delivery of events in the ACT. It aims to attract visitors and showcase the region's tourism offerings.

      Google GenAI Grants Agent, State

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Open now

    22. Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) Project Fund

      Co-funding for advanced manufacturing projects that demonstrate commercialisation potential and create jobs. Focuses on projects that improve manufacturing processes, develop new products, or expand into new markets.

      Google GenAI Deep Search, Federal

      Funding
      Typically $500,000
      Status
      Ongoing

    23. Digital Solutions - Australian Small Business Advisory Services (ASBAS) Program

      Provides low-cost, high-quality digital advisory services to small businesses to help them adopt digital technologies and improve their online presence. Delivered through a network of advisors.

      GenAI Deep Search, Federal

      Funding
      Amount varies
      Status
      Ongoing

    24. Entrepreneurs' Programme - Business Growth

      The primary purpose of the Entrepreneurs' Programme - Business Growth was to improve the productivity, competitiveness, and innovative capacity of Australian SMEs.

      Australian Government (typically managed by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources or its predecessors), Federal

      Funding
      $20,000 to $250,000
      Status
      Open now

    Other states and territories

    Grants in Victoria, answered

    How many tourism grants are open in Victoria?
    233 tourism grants are open now for operators in Victoria, with 853 in total when upcoming and ongoing programs are counted. The register updates weekly.
    Who runs tourism grants in Victoria?
    State programs come through Visit Victoria and Regional Development Victoria and the state's industry and regional development departments. Federal programs from Austrade, Tourism Australia and business.gov.au are open to VIC operators as well, and councils and regional development bodies run smaller local rounds.
    Can a VIC tourism business apply for a national grant?
    Yes. National programs are open to registered Australian businesses regardless of state. This page lists 825 national programs alongside the Victoria ones.
    How do I get the application detail?
    Open the grant in Launchpad. Each grant carries its application steps, required documents, assessment criteria and preparation questions, and a saved grant tracks its closing date. Starter is free through a region or funded program.

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