The 2013 TIRF Grants Round 2 have been launched. The Minister Assisting on Tourism, Senator the Hon Don Farrell launched the competitive merit-based TIRF Grants Program on Monday 23 June 2013. The grants range from $50,000–$250,000 (GST exclusive) and are  matched dollar-for-dollar funding basis for the purpose of aiding tourism operators to improve the quality and range of visitor experiences in regional Australia.

The is approximately $9.6 million of funding available for eligible projects, with approximately 50 projects expected to be funded in this round.

Key dates

  • Online applications close at 11.59pm AEST on Wednesday 7 August 2013.
  • Outcomes are expected to be advised in October 2013.
  • Projects will be able to start from December 2013 and must be completed by 31 March 2016

More information can be found on the Australian Government’s website for the Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism or by contacting our office.