Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the vocational education 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 8 of 8This 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.
This program provides funding to NT organisations to support the delivery of vocational education and training (VET). It focuses on supporting equity groups, creating skilling pathways, building skills for high-demand industries, implementing innovative apprenticeship and traineeship delivery, improving outcomes for Aboriginal Territorians, and increasing training availability in remote and regional areas.
This program provides fee-free apprenticeship and trainee qualification training to Queensland businesses employing apprentices or trainees under 25 years old in priority skill areas. Businesses benefit from fully trained employees learning on the job while upskilling their workforce with tailored courses.
A rebate to help first or second year apprentices registered with the NSW Department of Education with the costs of registering their vehicle in NSW. The rebate applies to vehicle registration fees and motor vehicle tax for vehicles registered in the apprentice's name or jointly with another apprentice.
A Queensland Government grant program designed to support small and family businesses in hiring and training apprentices. The program provides financial assistance to help businesses continue to grow and thrive through apprenticeship opportunities.
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.
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 payroll tax rebate available to Queensland employers who employ apprentices and/or trainees. The rebate reduces payroll tax liability on wages paid to eligible apprentices and trainees, with a 50% rebate available for each financial year from 1 July 2016 to 30 June 2026.
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.