Funding Grants Available
Following is a round-up of grants and funding opportunities that may be suitable for your operations.
FarmReady Reimbursement Grants
FarmReady Reimbursement Grants, for courses completed prior to 30 May 2012, assist primary producers and Indigenous land managers to attend approved training courses aimed at improving their capacity to adapt to climate change and increase self reliance and preparedness.
Eligible participants are able to claim up to $1500 per financial year, with additional funding available for associated reasonable travel, accommodation and childcare expenses.
Applications forms need to be lodged and approved prior to attending approved courses, followed by submitting the claim for reimbursement (up to 30 days after the completion of the course). Managed by the department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry, further information and application/claim forms can be accessed at www.farmready.gov.au
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13/02/2012
Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Senator Joe Ludwig, and Parliamentary Secretary, Sid Sidebottom, today urged communities to take advantage of grants between $5,000 and $20,000 now available under the government’s Caring for our Country initiative. |
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02/02/2012
Project grants up to $20,000 are available. Grants expected to be very competitive |
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