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At Daylesford Macedon Tourism, we communicate regularly with our Partners via emails from the CEO and team. These eDMs highlight events, opportunities, grants and much more. By partnering with us, you will hear of some great opportunities.
We also email the wider industry (including non-partners) although these emails are less frequent and more general. It’s also worth joining our Facebook Group.
We recommend signing up to Business Victoria’s emails, as well as our lead state advocacy body, the Victorian Tourism Industry Council (VTIC). Links to their websites are below.
Business Victoria: business.vic.gov.au
Business Victoria Grants & Programs: business.vic.gov.au/grants-and-programs
VTIC: vtic.com.au
The program is investing up to $8m to support regional and rural Victorian tourism infrastructure projects to reach investment-ready status.
The fund has 5 key product focus priorities (all of which were identified in Experience Victoria 2033)
There will be 2 streams available:
Funding quantum (amount available):
Both streams have grant amounts available of between $20k and $500k (details about ratios etc. can be found in the guidelines)
Submission deadline:
28 March 2024
Timeframe/funding period of grant:
N/A
Co-contribution required (if any):
1:4 ratio, so if the grant is $100,000, the entity must contribute $25,0000
Eligibility:
Open to private sector, State and Local Govt, Incorporate Assoc’s, NFPs, Traditional Owner Corp’s
Entities may only submit ONE application under ONE stream.
Delivered as part of the Victorian Government’s Vic Grown initiative, RAGP aims to shine a light on the high-quality food and beverages produced in Victoria’s regions and connect local producers with local consumers. Through RAGP, Agriculture Victoria is seeking EOIs for the delivery of localised activation events that promote and support local consumption of local produce. Events may include vibrant farmers’ markets, immersive food and beverage festivals, or collaborative tasting sessions, directly engaging local communities with producers. RAGP is targeted at Regional Tourism Boards, regional bodies and food and fibres groups who can deliver these events.
Funding quantum (amount available):
Up to $70,000
Submission deadline
Submit EOI by 16 February 2024
Timeframe/funding period of grant
1 March 2023 – 1 March 2025
Co-contribution required (if any)
N/A
Eligibility
RTBs, Regional NFPs
Must involve 5+ agribusinesses.
The Tiny Towns Fund will support local projects in communities with a population of up to 5,000 people in the 48 local government areas of regional Victoria, Alpine Resorts, and the 10 interface local government areas. The Fund will support the delivery of community infrastructure, facilities and capacity-building projects in Victoria’s smallest towns.
Funding quantum (amount available)
$5,000-$50,000
Submission deadline
Runs over 4 years but first round deadline is 25 February 2024
Timeframe/funding period of grant
Projects must be completed within 18 months from the execution of the grant agreement.
Co-contribution required (if any)
RTBs 20% (half of which can be in kind)
LGAs 25% (cannot be in-kind)
Eligibility
Rural LGAs, RTBs, Incorporated NFPs, Aboriginal Incorporated Assoc’s, industry associations.
The $250 million Victorian Business Growth Fund (VBGF) is open to support long‑term growth opportunities for businesses and boost employment and economic development across the State.
The Fund will operate for 10 years and will help to address barriers faced by successful small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that are ready to grow their business but can’t access the funds or find the right partner they need to take the next step. Roc Partners has been engaged to manage the VBGF. The VBGF will be operated out of a new Victorian office, ensuring local knowledge is leveraged to support the success of the Fund.
Funding quantum (amount available)
Funding amount on case by case with discussion with the fund manager (Roc Partners)
Submission deadline
Open until 2032
Timeframe/funding period of grant
Proposals to first be discussed with RDV. Projects must be completed by 30 June 2026.
Co-contribution required (if any)
Proposals to first be discussed with RDV with co contribution encouraged but not mandated.
Eligibility
The Fund will consider businesses that:
The $150 million Regional Worker Accommodation Fund provides new housing and accommodation for regional communities where workers in key industries and their families are struggling to find places to live. The fund will support employers to attract and retain workers by supporting projects that create more affordable housing and accommodation.
Funding quantum (amount available)
Applicants may apply for grants between $150,000 and $5,000,000 (ex GST) per project. Funding will be delivered in rounds.
Submission deadline
25 February 2024
Timeframe/funding period of grant
Proposals to first be discussed with RDV. Projects must be completed by 30 June 2026.
Co-contribution required (if any)
There is no minimum co-contribution requirement. However, all applicants are encouraged to contribute towards the total project budget of eligible activities and expenses for key worker housing.
Eligibility
RTBs/VEPs, LGAs, Alpine Resorts, Education, Hospitals, private or public sector companies or businesses. Indigenous organisations incorporated under the Corporate Act 206.
We run industry briefings, conferences, training sessions and industry development activities. DMT Partners often have exclusive access to these. Below, you will find a few of the resources available.