Landholder and Community Grants

Blackberry is one of the Kiewa Catchment's most persistent weeds, but you don't have to tackle it alone.

The objective of the grant opportunity is to support the travel of individuals from diverse and underrepresented groups, primarily First Nations Australians and youth (over the age of 18), to attend and contribute to Australia’s inclusive climate engagement at COP31, to be held in Antalya, Türkiye, from 9 to 20 November 2026. Estimated Grant Value (AUD): From $15,000.00 to $20,000.00 To apply, go to: www.business.gov.au/cop-31. Applications close Monday 27 July at 5pm.

The Australian Government has opened a competitive grant opportunity to select providers for the next phase of the Future Drought Fund Drought Resilience Hubs program. The program will establish seven national Drought Resilience Hubs, supported by up to $86.7 million to June 2032. Applications close 9pm 10 August 2026

Support from community is an important part of getting back on track for farmers and farming families in drought and bushfire recovery 🫶 Grants of up to $5000 are available for events and activities that support mental health and wellbeing. Look Over the Farm Gate is managed by the National Centre for Farmer Health on behalf of the Victorian Government.

The 2026 Trees for Bees Community Tree Grants are now open for applications. Applications close 20 July 2026, 5pm.

Applications are now open for the Trees on Farms Utilisation Program. Eligible Victorian landowners can receive a free expert assessment of their timber plantations, including tailored management advice and potential market pathways. Applications close 5pm, Friday 28 August 2026.

The “Repair of rural fencing and fire control line and stabilisation policy” enables the Victorian Government to pay half the cost of materials to repair or replace bushfire damaged fencing of agricultural land bordering national parks, State parks and State forests to its pre-existing standard.

The Australian Government has introduced the RIC Drought Hardship Loan to support farm businesses experiencing severe and prolonged drought.

The bounty is currently funded to 30 June 2026 and reward payments remain at the increased rate of $14 per fox scalp.

Agriculture Victoria provides practical help for farmers affected by bushfires

The Victorian Government is giving farmers an extra $75 million to help with drought. This adds to the $69 million already provided, making a total of $144 million in support.

Applications or Expressions of Interest for these grants have now closed. Details of previous grant programs are provided for reference.