Building Better Regions Fund – Community Investments Stream – Round 5

Overview

The $1.04 billion Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF) supports the Australian Government’s commitment to: drive economic growth build stronger regional communities into the future. For Round Five a total of $200 million is available, with $100 million dedicated to tourism-related infrastructure projects. The Community Investments Stream will fund new or expanded local events, strategic regional plans, or leadership and capability strengthening activities that provide economic and social benefits to regional and remote areas. Infrastructure projects are not eligible under the Community Investments Stream. For most projects grant funding will be up to either 50% or 75% of your eligible project costs. Your location will determine the percentage of grant funding you can receive. You may apply for a partial or full exemption to your cash contribution if you can demonstrate that you are experiencing exceptional circumstances. For small projects with a total grant amount of equal to or less than $20,000, grant funding will be up to 100% of eligible project costs. Your project will need to deliver economic and social benefits to a regional or remote community.