Hospitality Grants in Australia

3 government programs · 3 currently open · Updated February 2026

Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the hospitality 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

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Open·Commonwealth·$100,000 - $3,000,000
Regional Tourism Development Loan Scheme

This program provides loans between $100,000 and $3 million to support tourism projects in regional Tasmania. Loans fund improvements and development of visitor accommodation, experiences, attractions, hospitality venues, event facilities, and worker accommodation for tourism and hospitality operators.

Open·WA·Up to $250,000
Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants

An eleven-year, $60.85 million State Government investment program that funds locally-driven projects to stimulate job creation and economic growth in regional Western Australia. Up to $250,000 is available per project to promote sustainable jobs, workforce solutions, productivity, skills and capability building, and industry diversification across the Goldfields-Esperance region.

Ongoing·Commonwealth
Typsy Micro-Credential Program VIC

This program provides free training and industry-endorsed micro-credentials to Victorian tourism, event and hospitality businesses, their staff, and individuals seeking to work in these industries. The program delivers focused training in specific customer service skills through an online platform to support workers and workplaces in adopting innovations and improving productivity.

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.