Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the critical minerals sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Open programs
Showing 3 of 3A grant program supporting manufacturing businesses to expand production capacity, develop advanced technologies, and establish sovereign manufacturing capabilities across priority sectors including space, medical products, critical minerals processing, food and beverage, clean energy, and defence.
A grant program supporting Australian manufacturing companies to develop and scale innovative manufacturing projects across priority sectors including space, medical products, critical minerals processing, food and beverage, clean energy, and defence. The program provides co-investment funding to help businesses translate research and development into commercial manufacturing capabilities.
Grant funding for construction and operation of a Purified Spherical Graphite (PSG) pilot manufacturing facility to validate processing flowsheet and produce battery-grade PSG material. The project supports conversion of non-binding offtake agreements into binding agreements and enables final investment decision on Renascor's integrated graphite mine and manufacturing facility.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.