Regional Development Australia - Mid North Coast

Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) Pathway 1 and Pathway 3 The NSW Government is now accepting applications for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491), specifically for Pathways 1 and 3, for the 2024-25 program year. Pathway 1 requires applicants to work in a nominated occupation in regional NSW for six months, while Pathway 3 is for recent graduates from regional institutions. Due to limited places, please review eligibility criteria.

Before and After School Care (BASC) – P&C Transition Grant Program Grants of up to $10,000 are being offered to P&Cs of NSW Government Primary Schools who have or are in the process of transitioning BASC services to their ownership. Eligible activities include legal and accounting fees as well as costs associated with provider and service approvals. Eligible applicants include approved Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) providers. Click the link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/ehW_UiJT

Grant announcement

The Powering the Regions Fund - Safeguard Transformation Stream Round 1 The program offers grants between $500,000 and $50 million to support trade-exposed facilities in reducing emissions. With a total of $300 million available over four years, this initiative aims to help Australia meet its 2030 and 2050 emissions targets, mitigate carbon leakage, and enhance workforce skills. Applications close on November 1, 2024. 🖱Click the link to apply: https://lnkd.in/gQuFRxDa

Defence Industry Development Grants Program The Defence Industry Development Grants Program will fund up to 50% of eligible expenditure for small to medium enterprises and Defence Industry Associations to build Australia’s sovereign capability, global competitiveness, technical superiority and national security. • Sovereign Industrial Priorities stream: $1,000,000 (applications close Saturday 30 November 2024) • Export stream: $250,000 (applications close Thursday 31 October 2024) • Security stream: $250,000 (applications close Thursday 31 October 2024) • Skilling Stream: $100,000 (applications closed) Click the link to check your eligibility and apply today: https://lnkd.in/eFXKDK8M

The Kempsey Shire Council’s Community Grants Program is back, now featuring the Creative Macleay Fund. This is your chance to secure funding for projects that truly make a difference. With a total of $20,000 available for creative initiatives, alongside funds for community, environmental, sporting, and more, there’s something for everyone. Funding Categories: Community Projects: $30,000 (up to $5k/applicant) Environmental Fund: $20,000 (up to $5k/applicant) Sporting Fund: $20,000 (up to $2.5k/applicant) Creative Macleay Fund: $20,000 (up to $5k/applicant) Micro Grants: $500/applicant Festive Grants: $4,000 Seniors Festival Grants: $3,000 Round 1 Applications Close: 16th Oct 2024

Charles Sturt University: Research Project Charles Sturt is hosting a university-based interprofessional wellbeing clinic for older Australians. This qualitative research project engages older Australians and key stakeholders in a co-design process to establish a clinic aimed at promoting holistic health and wellbeing. The initiative will offer vital work-integrated learning opportunities for nursing and allied health students, including those in social work, occupational therapy, and psychology. If you would like to take part in this research project or have any questions you can contact the Chief Investigators: Dr Patricia Mackey or Lisa Campbell via email: older-persons-projectpmq@csu.edu.au

Announcement: Worker Retention Payment Guidelines Released The worker retention payment guidelines are now available to support a 15% wage increase for the early childhood education and care (ECEC) workforce over the next two years. Eligible providers can opt-in by applying for the payment and fulfilling specific conditions outlined in the guidelines, which include eligibility criteria, grant conditions, and reporting requirements. Applications will open next week. A webinar is scheduled for October 10, 2024, at 2 PM AEDT to discuss these guidelines. A recording and transcript will be accessible on the DOE website.

Crisis and Transitional Accommodation Program The Australian Government is investing $100 million through the Crisis and Transitional Accommodation Program, part of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF). This initiative aims to provide crucial housing for women and children experiencing family and domestic violence and older women at risk of homelessness. Over five years, the program will fund the construction, remodeling, or purchase of crisis and transitional accommodation. This program aligns with the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children (2022-2032). Applications for grants are open until November 13, 2024. If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family or sexual violence, please call 1800 737 732, or text 0458 737 732. Click the link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gVPJT_gU

Real Insurance – Real Futures Grant Apply for a $5,000 grant to advance your career in healthcare, business, or finance. Write a heartfelt essay (max 700 words) on why you're passionate about your chosen field and how you aim to make a difference. Eligible applicants must be full-time Australian tertiary students in relevant programs and be 18 or older. Applications Close: 31st October 2024 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ercDMPqw