The Regional Business Engagement Forums in Albany on 3 November was the launchpad of a new Local Capability Fund (LCF) grant round, for businesses principally based in WA's Great Southern region.
This round will provide funding to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enhance their capacity, capability and competitiveness to supply major projects and markets in Australia and overseas. Funding of 75% of eligible costs (excluding GST) up to a maximum of $20,000 is available per successful applicant.
To be eligible, your business must, at a minimum:
- have an Australian Business Number (ABN)
- be a for-profit organisation or business (not-for-profits and charities are ineligible)
- have its principal place of business in one of the Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the Great Southern region
- have been operating in the Great Southern for at least 12 months, and
- employ fewer than 200 people.
Other eligibility requirements apply, and interested businesses are encouraged to see the application form for a complete list.
To apply, go to the SmartyGrants portal. You can also find information about eligibility requirements and what the funding can be used for in the SmartyGrants portal.
Applications close at 3pm AWST, 13 January 2023. Successful applicants will be notified directly.
You can find details for upcoming forums on the Regional Business Engagement Forums page.
