Grants & Opportunities

Facilities for Atmospheric Boundary Layer Evaluation and Testing. This proposal aims to establish state-of-the-art stationary and mobile facilities for atmospheric wind, dust and plume measurements with unique capability to quantify the effect of climate change, surface topography and urbanisation on near-surface microclimate where humans live. To better predict microclimate, mitigate air pollution impacts and exploit local conditions for improved urban planning and agricultural yield, high quality observations of the near-surface atmosphere at fine temporal and spatial resolutions are required. The proposed Facilities for Atmospheric Boundary Layer Evaluation and Testing (FABLET) will advance Australia’s capability to make these difficult measurements of atmospheric boundary layer.. Scheme: Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities. Field: 3702 - Climate Change Science. Lead: Prof Maziar Arjomandi

Quantum microscopy facility for ultrasensitive nanoscale magnetic imaging. Investigations of 2D and van der Waals materials, biological samples, energy materials, and quantum devices on the nano- and microscale are revolutionising medicine, communications, information technology, energy production and storage by virtue of new phenomena. The new quantum microscopy facility will enable state-of-the-art capabilities in mapping chemical, magnetic, optical, electronic, and spectral properties, providing cutting-edge tools that will enable breakthroughs in both existing and future multi-disciplinary projects in photonics, quantum devices, nanomaterials, nanoelectronics, biotechnology, and energy technology as key drivers of the new economy in Australia.. Scheme: Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities. Field: 4016 - Materials Engineering. Lead: Prof Jan Seidel

A Self-Driving Automated Molecular Synthesis and Formulation Platform. This LIEF will build a NSW-wide machine-learning powered, self-driving, automated chemical synthesis platform. These robotic systems will put us at the forefront of the revolutionary transformation of chemical synthesis and formulation into data rich disciplines. Based on technological advances in chemistry robots and machine learning, these specialised systems will carryout reaction and formulation optimisation with a range of chemical classes across scales. They will conduct online analysis of reaction outcomes and using machine learning algorithms operate in a self-driving mode to decide upon the next round of experiments. They will accelerate the optimisation of processes for advanced applications in medicines, mining and agriculture. . Scheme: Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities. Field: 3405 - Organic Chemistry. Lead: Prof Christopher Hyland

National Atomic Layer Etching Facility. This project aims to create Australia’s first and only facility for Atomic Layer Etching, which allows layer-by-layer removal of semiconductor materials with excellent etch depth control and uniformity, while the etched surface exhibits ultra-low surface damage and roughness. The etch and surface quality is crucial for advanced nanoscale electronic and photonic devices, as the surface is a significant fraction of nanoscale devices, severely affecting their properties. The diverse variety of applications supported by this facility will make it a nexus point between multiple disciplines, enabling research in quantum technology, broadband networks, sensing, materials science, and beyond, accelerating its adoption by Australian manufacturing.. Scheme: Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities. Field: 4009 - Electronics, Sensors and Digital Hardware. Lead: Dr Andreas Boes

Acidic aerobic digestion to reduce emissions from sewage sludge. This project aims to develop a novel acidic sludge treatment technology for water utilities to reduce greenhouse gases and odour emissions from sewage sludge, a previously overlooked source in wastewater management. Through three work packages targeting critical gaps in current research, it aims to understand the biological & chemical mechanisms, optimize the operating conditions, and promote technology translation. The project is expected to provide utilities with a novel retrofitting solution that can be integrated into the existing system. The anticipated benefit is significant greenhouse gases mitigation from water industry and support it to meet net-zero-emission goal by 2050.. Scheme: Early Career Industry Fellowships. Field: 4011 - Environmental Engineering. Lead: Dr Zhiyao Wang

The program has funding available for eligible sport, active recreation and racing organisations located in areas declared under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). Assistance will be available where Personal Hardship Assistance (Category A) or Restoration of Essential Public Assets (Category B) are listed. Eligible organisations outside of declared Local Government Areas affected by a disaster event are asked to contact the Department of Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games (DSROPG) to determine their eligibility for funding.

The Queensland Government is delivering cost of living relief for Queensland families and helping keep kids active, with $200 PlayOn! Sport Vouchers.

To provide vouchers of $150 to provide greater access to learn to swim classes for children aged 0 to 4 years to reduce the financial burden on low-income families

To provide financial assistance to young athletes, coaches and officials selected to attend state, national and international level events to enhance development pathways for Queenslanders

The new Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program (TQMGP) is helping shape the future of Queensland’s manufacturing sector. Through this program, the Queensland Government is investing in innovation, advanced technology, and job creation to strengthen the state’s economy and position Queensland as a leader in modern manufacturing. Round one has $12.5 million available, with eligible businesses able to apply for up to $1.5 million in matched grants. Applications for Round 1 close on Thursday 16 April 2026 at 1pm.

This grant provides crucial financial support to small businesses in defined disaster areas that have experienced significant disruptions and losses associated with the North and Far North Tropical Low (29 January – 28 February 2025) event. This program is intended to help small businesses that either couldn’t trade or experienced at least a 60 per cent drop in revenue compared to the same time last year.

Support for local arts and culture development, funding for arts projects and artist mentorship in regional Queensland

Up to $5K for mentorship programs. Two rounds/year (Mar and Sep). Could fund visiting artist mentor programs at The Harvest.