Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the training 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 5 of 5This program provides funding to partnerships between Skills Tasmania endorsed registered training organisations, employers, and industry groups to purchase training-related equipment and resources. Funding supports improved employee training and responsiveness of the training system to meet industry needs in Tasmania.
Provides up to $3,000 towards the cost of training for eligible people who have lost casual, full-time or part-time work in the last 12 months due to retrenchment, downsizing or business closure.
Financial assistance available to employers who hire and train Australian apprentices. The program provides support to help businesses recruit, train, and retain apprentices through various incentives and payments.
A rebate scheme for businesses that pay payroll tax and employ eligible apprentices, trainees, or youth employees. The scheme provides rebates for up to two years for apprentices and trainees, and up to one year for youth employees aged 15-24.
This grant supports the delivery of vocational education and training in remote community clusters in Central Australia from June 2026 to 30 June 2028. Funding is provided for capital assets or improvements, remote training hub coordination and mentoring, and participant transport. Round 2 is open exclusively to the Iyarrka community cluster.
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.