Rebates and support in New South Wales

Energy Bill Relief (example record)

Service NSW

Bill support — verify the current program

Example record · source last checked 2026-09-15

Abalone Financial Guidance and Training Support Program NSW

NSW Government

Up to $1,000 for a financial guidance grant and up to $9,000 for a training grant.

Next step: Apply via the official portal link on the business.gov.au website or contact the program administrator.

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Apprentices and Trainees Payroll Tax Rebate NSW

Revenue NSW

Payroll tax rebate

Next step: Apply for the rebate through Revenue NSW as part of monthly payroll tax returns or annual reconciliation.

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Batteries for Businesses Incentive NSW

NSW Government

Discounts vary

Next step: Check eligibility details and contact an eligible installer participating in the program, or email [email protected] for more information.

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Critical Minerals Royalty Deferral Scheme NSW

NSW Government

Deferral of royalty payments for a period of 5 years.

Next step: Review the full eligibility criteria and apply for the scheme via the official government portal or contact [email protected] for further assistance.

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Electric Vehicle Kerbside Charging Grants NSW

NSW Government

Funding of up to $1 million, with government contribution capped at 80% of total eligible installation and equipment costs, up to specified limits per charger type.

Next step: Apply online through the portal. Further information is available on how to prepare and submit an application.

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Event Development Fund NSW

Destination NSW

Up to $50,000

Next step: Review eligibility criteria and apply via the official online application process.

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Forestry Industry Supply Chain Support Program NSW

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Up to $100,000

Next step: Review the eligibility criteria and submit an application through the official website or contact the program support line.

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Forestry Industry Supply Chain Support Program: Planning and Transition Grants NSW

NSW Government

Up to $275,000

Next step: Review the eligibility criteria and apply for the program via the official business.gov.au website or contact the program administrators at 1800 678 593 or [email protected].

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Going Global Export Program NSW

NSW Government

Export support measures including expert-led workshops, market intelligence, training, and introductions to international buyers.

Next step: Visit the official Going Global Export Program page to check specific stream availability and apply.

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Going Global Trade Missions NSW

NSW Government

Support to participate in global trade shows or conferences, market-preparation workshops, and in-market business matching.

Next step: Check the Going Global Trade Missions page for key dates and eligibility requirements, then apply through the online portal.

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Great Western Highway Closure Small Business Support Grant NSW

NSW Government

Up to $25,000

Next step: Visit the official program page to check eligibility details and complete the application process.

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Green Hydrogen Electricity Concessions NSW

NSW Government

Concession amounts vary.

Next step: Apply by contacting the program administrators via the provided email address.

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Housing Innovation in Construction Fund NSW

NSW Government

$20,000 to $150,000

Next step: Review the full eligibility criteria on the official website and prepare a feasibility study or review plan to apply.

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2026 Start Strong for Long Day Care NSW

NSW Department of Education

$5,000 to $200,000

Next step: Review eligibility criteria and apply via the official program page.

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Moree After Hours Activities for Young People Quick Response Grants NSW

NSW Government

Funding of between $500 and $10,000.

Next step: Interested applicants should follow the instructions provided on the official portal to apply, which includes finding out more about eligibility and the application process.

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Family Energy Rebate

NSW Energy Savings Finder

Up to $180 per financial year for retail customers, or up to $198 per financial year for embedded network customers.

Next step: Confirm whether you are a retail or embedded network customer, ensure eligibility requirements are met, and apply online or via the downloadable application form.

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NSW Gas Rebate

NSW Energy Savings Finder

Up to $110 per financial year for retail customers; $121 per financial year for embedded network customers.

Next step: Retail customers should contact their gas retailer. Embedded network or bottled LPG customers should apply online or via the provided application form.

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Life Support Rebate

NSW Government

Rebate amount depending on the equipment type used.

Next step: Retail customers should download the application form, have their medical practitioner complete the declaration, and submit it to their electricity retailer. Embedded network customers can apply online or by post.

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Low Income Household Rebate

NSW Government

Retail customers receive up to $285 each financial year. Embedded network customers receive $313.50 each financial year.

Next step: Retail customers should contact their electricity retailer to apply. Embedded network customers can apply online via the NSW Energy Rebates portal or submit a paper form.

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Medical Energy Rebate

NSW Government

Retail customers receive up to $285 each financial year; embedded network customers receive $313.50 each financial year.

Next step: Download and complete the application form and submit it to your energy retailer, or apply online if you are an embedded network customer.

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Seniors Energy Rebate

NSW Government

$200 each financial year

Next step: Check eligibility and apply online via the NSW Energy Rebates portal, or download and post a paper application form with a copy of your most recent electricity bill.

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Boating Infrastructure Emergency Repair Pool NSW

Transport for NSW

Funding of between $5,000 and $300,000.

Next step: Review the full eligibility criteria and application process on the official program website or contact [email protected] for assistance.

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Cheaper Home Batteries Program

Australian Government

Around 30% off the upfront cost; the actual discount depends on the battery and installation date

Next step: Ask an eligible solar-battery retailer or installer for a written quote showing the current STC discount and approved equipment before installation.

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Support at Home (example record)

Department of Health and Aged Care

Funded services assessed individually

Example record · source last checked 2026-10-05

Child Care Subsidy (example record)

Services Australia

Percentage of fees — verify the current rate

Example record · source last checked 2026-09-30

Industry Growth Program (example record)

Department of Industry, Science and Resources

Matched grant funding — competitive

Example record · source last checked 2026-09-20

Advancing Renewables Program

business.gov.au

Funding amounts vary.

Next step: Interested businesses can apply directly through the provided program page or contact 1800 804 838 for more information.

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AgriFutures Australia RD&E Investment

AgriFutures Australia

Funding varies depending on the RFQ or Open Call.

Next step: Check the Funding opportunities page on the AgriFutures Australia website for current Requests for Quote (RFQs) and Open Calls for Research.

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Airservices Australia Enroute Charges Payment Scheme

Australian Government Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts

Subsidy amounts vary.

Next step: Read the program guidelines and complete the application form to apply.

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Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System – Employer Incentives

Australian Government

Financial support through incentives

Next step: Contact an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider for more information and to apply.

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Australian Trusted Trader

Australian Border Force

Free accreditation providing access to streamlined customs processes, priority trade services, and a dedicated account manager.

Next step: Apply for the Australian Trusted Trader via the official Australian Border Force program page.

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CSIRO Kick-Start

CSIRO

Matched funding between $20,000 and $60,000.

Next step: Review the full eligibility criteria on the official website and apply online through the CSIRO portal.

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Drought Hardship Loan

Regional Investment Corporation

Loans of up to $250,000

Next step: Visit the official program page to review eligibility details and learn how to apply.

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Duty Drawback Scheme

Australian Border Force

Drawback amounts vary. The minimum claim per application is $100.

Next step: Review eligibility criteria and lodge a claim as per Australian Border Force requirements.

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Economic Resilience Program

National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC)

Zero interest loans. Amounts up to $5 million (bank-administered) or more than $5 million (NRFC-administered).

Next step: For loans up to $5 million, contact a participating bank. For loans over $5 million, contact the NRFC directly.

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Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme

Clean Energy Regulator

Australian carbon credit units (ACCUs) which can be sold for income.

Next step: Check eligibility requirements and apply through the official scheme website or contact the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Employer Support Payment Scheme (ESPS)

Australian Government

Weekly payments equal to average weekly full-time adult ordinary time earnings (AWOTE). Part-time employees get pro-rata payments.

Next step: Apply for the Employer Support Payment Scheme (ESPS) via the details provided on the official business.gov.au website or contact them at 1800 333 362.

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Employment Assistance Fund

Australian Government

Funding varies

Next step: Check eligibility and submit an application via the official government portal.

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Driving the Nation Program

Australian Government

Minimum funding of $500,000

Next step: Interested applicants should review the program guidelines and apply via the provided portal links.

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Future Made in Australia (FMA) Innovation Fund: Low Carbon Liquid Fuels

Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)

Funding of between $1 and $15 million.

Next step: Review the full eligibility criteria and application process on the ARENA website as directed by the program page.

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Indigenous Advancement Strategy

Australian Government

Funding amounts vary.

Next step: Review the full eligibility criteria and application process on the official program website, then submit an application.

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Innovate to Grow

CSIRO

Free 8-week program providing R&D coaching, networking opportunities, and feedback to help businesses progress R&D opportunities.

Next step: Interested SMEs may submit an expression of interest during an open intake for their industry sector via the official program website.

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Launch into Work

Department of Employment and Workplace Relations

Opportunities to recruit new staff.

Next step: Apply for the Launch into Work program. Information on how to apply can be found on the business.gov.au website or by contacting [email protected].

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National Reconstruction Fund

National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC)

Funding varies

Next step: Visit the official website to learn more about eligibility and how to apply.

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Net Zero Fund

Australian Government

Concessional finance

Next step: Interested applicants should review the full eligibility details and apply via the official channel or contact [email protected] for further information.

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Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA)

Services Australia

Payments vary

Next step: Check the Services Australia website for application details and to apply.

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Disaster Recovery Payment (DRP)

Services Australia

Up to $1000 for adults and $400 for children.

Next step: Check the Services Australia website to confirm if a disaster event has been declared and to verify application deadlines before applying.

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Farm Household Allowance Program

Australian Government

Fortnightly payments and up to $10,000 in activity supplements.

Next step: Visit the official website to find out more about your eligibility and apply online, or call 13 23 16 for assistance.

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Capital Grants Program

Department of Education

Funding varies on a case-by-case basis.

Next step: Contact the Block Grant Authority in your state or territory for full eligibility criteria and application procedures.

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