Funding Opportunities
Critical Minerals Development Program
The CMDP supports the development of Australia’s critical minerals sector by funding projects that enhance exploration, extraction, and processing capabilities.
Who It's For:
- Companies involved in critical minerals exploration and production
- Projects focused on downstream processing and value-adding
Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Grants
CRC Grants foster collaboration between industry, researchers, and government to address key challenges in the mining sector.
Who It's For:
- Research institutions and universities
- Mining companies seeking innovative solutions
National Reconstruction Fund
The NRF provides financial support to projects that strengthen Australia’s industrial capabilities, including mining and resource processing
Who It's For:
- Companies investing in advanced manufacturing and resource processing
- Projects aligned with national economic priorities
Major Project Facilitation Agency
The MPFA assists large-scale mining projects by streamlining regulatory approvals and providing strategic support.
Who It's For:
- Companies developing major mining or infrastructure projects
- Projects with significant economic and employment benefits
Research and Development(R&D) Tax Incentive
This incentive provides tax offsets for companies investing in R&D activities, including mining technology and process improvements.
Who It's For:
- Mining companies developing innovative technologies
- Businesses engaged in experimental R&D
Junior Minerals Exploration Incentive (JMEI)
The JMEI encourages investment in junior exploration companies by offering tax incentives to investors.
Who It's For:
- Junior exploration companies
- Investors seeking tax-efficient opportunities
Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF)
NAIF provides loans and financial support for infrastructure projects in Northern Australia, including mining-related developments.
Who It's For:
- Companies developing infrastructure to support mining operations
- Projects in Northern Australia with regional economic benefits
Production Tax Incentive (PTl)
The PTI offers tax relief to companies engaged in the production of critical minerals and other strategic resources.
Who It's For:
- Mining companies producing critical minerals
- Projects aligned with national resource priorities
Western Australia (WA)
WA offers a range of grants and incentives for mining projects, including exploration grants and infrastructure funding.
Key Programs:
- Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS)
- WA Recovery Plan Grants
New South Wales (NSW)
NSW provides funding for mining innovation, critical minerals development, and regional infrastructure projects.
Key Programs:
- Critical Minerals and High-Tech Metals Strategy
- Regional Job Creation Fund
Queensland (QLD)
QLD supports mining projects through grants for exploration, infrastructure, and sustainable practices.
Key Programs:
- Collaborative Exploration Initiative (CEI)
- Resources Community Infrastructure Fund (RCIF)
Tasmania (TAS)
TAS offers funding for mining projects that contribute to regional development and environmental sustainability.
Key Programs:
- Tasmanian Exploration Drilling Grant Initiative
- Sustainable Mining Grants
Venture Capital & Private Equity
Venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) firms invest in emerging and growth-stage mining projects, providing financial backing for exploration, technology development, and expansion.
Who It’s For:
- Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS)
- Technology-driven mining innovations
- Companies seeking large-scale expansion
Mining Investment Funds
Specialized mining-focused funds support critical mineral projects, battery metals, and infrastructure.
Who It’s For:
- Junior and mid-tier mining companies
- Companies involved in critical minerals & battery metals
- Sustainable and ESG-compliant projects
Strategic Industry Partnerships & Joint Ventures
Collaborate with major mining companies, technology firms, and industrial leaders to secure funding and technical expertise.
Who It’s For:
- Mining companies seeking R&D partnerships
- Equipment and technology firms developing industry solutions
- Companies looking to scale operations through joint ventures
Corporate Sponsorships & Grants
Major mining corporations and industry leaders sponsor research, innovation, and community projects
Who It’s For:
- Academics & research institutions
- Mining companies engaged in sustainability projects
- Startups focused on industry innovation
Private Debt & Alternative Financing
Alternative funding solutions provide mining businesses with non-traditional financing options.
Who It’s For:
- Companies seeking flexible capital solutions
- Mining businesses with significant assets
- Projects with strong future production potential
Critical Minerals Development Program
The CMDP supports the development of Australia’s critical minerals sector by funding projects that enhance exploration, extraction, and processing capabilities.
Who It’s For:
- Companies involved in critical minerals exploration and production
- Projects focused on downstream processing and value-adding
Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Grants
CRC Grants foster collaboration between industry, researchers, and government to address key challenges in the mining sector.
Who It’s For:
- Research institutions and universities
- Mining companies seeking innovative solutions
National Reconstruction Fund
The NRF provides financial support to projects that strengthen Australia’s industrial capabilities, including mining and resource processing
Who It’s For:
- Companies investing in advanced manufacturing and resource
- processingProjects aligned with national economic priorities
Major Project Facilitation Agency
The MPFA assists large-scale mining projects by streamlining regulatory approvals and providing strategic support.
Who It’s For:
- Companies developing major mining or infrastructure projects
- Projects with significant economic and employment benefits
Research and Development(R&D) Tax Incentive
This incentive provides tax offsets for companies investing in R&D activities, including mining technology and process improvements.
Who It’s For:
- Mining companies developing innovative technologies
- Businesses engaged in experimental R&D
Junior Minerals Exploration Incentive (JMEI)
The JMEI encourages investment in junior exploration companies by offering tax incentives to investors.
Who It’s For:
- Junior exploration companies
- Investors seeking tax-efficient opportunities
Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF)
NAIF provides loans and financial support for infrastructure projects in Northern Australia, including mining-related developments.
Who It’s For:
- Companies developing infrastructure to support mining operations
- Projects in Northern Australia with regional economic benefits
Production Tax Incentive (PTl)
The PTI offers tax relief to companies engaged in the production of critical minerals and other strategic resources.
Who It’s For:
- Mining companies producing critical minerals
- Projects aligned with national resource priorities
Western Australia (WA)
WA offers a range of grants and incentives for mining projects, including exploration grants and infrastructure funding.
Key Programs:
- Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS)
- WA Recovery Plan Grants
New South Wales (NSW)
NSW provides funding for mining innovation, critical minerals development, and regional infrastructure projects.
Key Programs:
- Critical Minerals and High-Tech Metals Strategy
- Regional Job Creation Fund
Queensland (QLD)
QLD supports mining projects through grants for exploration, infrastructure, and sustainable practices.
Key Programs:
- Collaborative Exploration Initiative (CEI)
- Resources Community Infrastructure Fund (RCIF)
Tasmania (TAS)
TAS offers funding for mining projects that contribute to regional development and environmental sustainability.
Key Programs:
- Tasmanian Exploration Drilling Grant Initiative
- Sustainable Mining Grants
Venture Capital & Private Equity
Venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) firms invest in emerging and growth-stage mining projects, providing financial backing for exploration, technology development, and expansion.
Who It’s For:
- Startups & junior mining companies
- Technology-driven mining innovations
- Companies seeking large-scale expansion
Mining Investment Funds
Specialized mining-focused funds support critical mineral projects, battery metals, and infrastructure.
Who It’s For:
- Junior and mid-tier mining companies
- Companies involved in critical minerals & battery metals
- Sustainable and ESG-compliant projects
Strategic Industry Partnerships & Joint Ventures
Collaborate with major mining companies, technology firms, and industrial leaders to secure funding and technical expertise.
Who It’s For:
- Mining companies seeking R&D partnerships
- Equipment and technology firms developing industry solutions
- Companies looking to scale operations through joint ventures
Corporate Sponsorships & Grants
Major mining corporations and industry leaders sponsor research, innovation, and community projects
Who It’s For:
- Academics & research institutions
- Mining companies engaged in sustainability projects
- Startups focused on industry innovation
Private Debt & Alternative Financing
Alternative funding solutions provide mining businesses with non-traditional financing options.
Who It’s For:
- Companies seeking flexible capital solutions
- Mining businesses with significant assets
- Projects with strong future production potential