Grants up to $15 million to foster local economic prosperity through targeted investment in community-focused infrastructure projects throughout urban, suburban, and peri-urban communities of Australia.
Current status of program
CLOSED
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What is the Thriving Suburbs Program?
The Thriving Suburbs Program (TSP) is a new initiative by the Australian Government aimed at fostering local economic prosperity through targeted investment in community-focused infrastructure projects. This program will allocate a total of $350 million over three years, starting from 2024-25, to support urban, suburban, and peri-urban communities across Australia.
TSP level of support
Minimum Funding Amount: $500,000
Maximum Funding Amount: $15 million
Co-Funding Requirements:
- Group 1: Up to 90% funding for First Nations Community Controlled Organisations.
- Group 2: Up to 70% funding for low rate-based councils.
- Group 3: Up to 50% funding for all other eligible projects.
TSP important dates
- This program is currently closed
- Register your interest with GrantHelper
TSP objectives
The program aims to:
- Construct or upgrade community infrastructure to meet immediate needs.
- Enhance community cohesion, liveability, and accessibility.
- Support urban renewal and equitable access to amenities.
- Align with the Australian Government’s National Urban Policy.
Projects eligible for TSP support
Eligible projects must:
- Construct new community infrastructure or expand/upgrade existing infrastructure.
- Be strategically aligned to local priorities and benefit a broad section of the community.
- Have a minimum eligible expenditure of at least $555,556 (Group 1), $714,286 (Group 2), or $1,000,000 (Group 3).
Eligible Locations: Projects must be delivered in locations within the Greater Capital City Statistical Areas (GCCSAs) as defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Ineligible Locations: Locations outside of the GCCSAs.
See the guidelines for full details of projects eligible for TSP support.
Other TSP important details that you will need to know
Organisations eligible for TSP support
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be an incorporated not-for-profit organisation or a local government agency.
- Have an Australian Business Number (ABN) or ORIC registration.
- Own the land or have the landowner’s permission to use the land.
See the guidelines for full details of organisational requirements.
TSP assessment criteria
Applications will be assessed based on:
- Contribution to Social and Community Inclusion: Projects should enhance community connections and provide broad social benefits.
- Alignment with Government Strategic Priorities: Projects should support national and local priorities, including sustainability and accessibility.
- Capacity to Deliver and Sustain the Project: Applicants must demonstrate their capability and readiness to undertake the project successfully.
See the guidelines for full details of the assessment criteria.
How do I get the TSP?
Applicants must:
- Read and understand the guidelines.
- Ensure eligibility for the funding. Applicants that do not meet all the eligibility criteria will not be considered.
- Deliver the project as outlined in the application.
- Provide complete information requirements.
Information to prepare for the TSP application
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Evidence of incorporation and not-for-profit status.
- Business case with detailed project budget.
- Risk management plan and relevant regulatory approvals.
- Evidence of co-funding contributions.
See the guidelines for full details of information requirements.
Applying for the TSP
Applications are submitted via the business.gov.au grants portal.
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TSP resources
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