Manufacturing businesses can access grants for modernising equipment, improving productivity, adopting advanced processes and breaking into export markets. Both state and federal programs target advanced manufacturing, supply chain resilience and workforce development — particularly for businesses that produce physical goods in Australia.
In South Australia, south australia's business grants are delivered through a focused network of state agencies including green industries sa, the south australian film corporation, primary industries funding through pirsa, and the south australian tourism commission.
Available programs
5 totalFunding from the Australian Government's $200 million Recycling Modernisation Fund to improve recycling outcomes and address critical gaps in Australia's recycling infrastructure. The program supports waste export bans for plastic, paper, glass and tyres by funding large-scale projects that increase processing capacity for eligible recyclable materials.
Grants available to South Australian businesses and local governments that recover, handle and process recyclable materials. Funding supports investment in equipment, technology and processes to increase circularity and recovery of materials while reducing waste sent to landfill. Projects must target recovery and recycling of fibre, plastics, glass or organics, or improve source separation and processing performance.
This grant program assists businesses, local authorities, industry groups, not-for-profit organisations, social enterprises and research institutions to accelerate transition to a circular economy. Funding supports the design, application and scale-up of innovative circular economy business models, solutions and practices, as well as the production and promotion of recycled content, refurbished or repaired products.
LEAP Grants support industry sectors, business groups and supply chains to drive a more resource efficient, sustainable and circular economy in South Australia. Grants fund projects that lead, educate, assist and promote circular and sustainable business practices through workshops, networking events, educational resources, and industry assessments.
AIM grants provide funding for expert advisory services to assess environmental sustainability performance in materials circularity, waste management, resource efficiency, and scope 3 emissions. The grant supports businesses and not-for-profits to implement recommendations from assessments and monitor progress toward more sustainable and circular business practices.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines before applying.