Economic Development Grants in Australia
Economic Development grants in Australia cover regional economic growth, small business support, industry development, and initiatives that build local economic capacity. This page lists economic development grants specifically available in New South Wales. Eligibility varies by funder: always check each grant's specific criteria before applying, since requirements around organisation type, DGR status, and geographic scope differ significantly between funders. Below are the 5 economic development grants currently open or opening soon. Use the filters to narrow by region or eligibility, or browse related categories below.
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Great Western Highway Closure Small Business Support Grant
Grants of $25,000 and $10,000 for eligible small businesses impacted by the closure of the Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass from March 2026.
Closes Fri, 22 Jan 2027$10,000 - $25,000NSWVerified 51 days agoEconomic DevelopmentForestry Industry Supply Chain Support Program - Planning and Transition Grants
The NSW Government established the Forestry Industry Supply Chain Support Program – Planning and Transitions Grants (the Program) to assist businesses that have been impacted by the moratorium on harv…
Closes Tue, 8 June 2027Up to $275,000NSWVerified 51 days agoEconomic DevelopmentHousing Innovation in Construction Fund (HIC)
A program designed to support Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) manufacturing capability in delivering mid-rise and high-rise housing in NSW.
Closes Mon, 31 May 2027$20,000 - $150,000NSWVerified 51 days agoEconomic DevelopmentNSW Digital Games Rebate 2025-26
The NSW Government is offering a 10 per cent rebate for eligible digital games production. Games must have a Qualifying NSW Expenditure of at least AU$350,000 to be eligible.
Closes Thu, 31 Dec 2026From $35,000NSWVerified 51 days agoEconomic DevelopmentEV Fleets Incentive Kick-start funding FY26
Kick-start funding is designed for eligible businesses that are interested in piloting a few battery electric vehicles (BEVs) or for smaller fleets that want to start their electrification journey.
Closes Mon, 30 Nov 2026$5,000 - $1,200,000NSWVerified 51 days agoEconomic Development