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Algal Bloom Small Business Support Grant SA

Australian Government · Australia

This program provides funding to small businesses and not-for-profits in South Australia impacted by the algal bloom occurrence. It supports marine industry organisations to maintain business viability and respond to changed operating conditions.

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Funding

Up to $50K

Deadline

31 July 2026

Duration

over 3 payments

Location

South Australia

Who Can Apply

Must be a legal entity established in Australia and a South Australia business or not-for-profit. Must have an active ABN from 2025-01-01 and be GST-registered from 2025-07-22. Must have Australia-wide grouped payroll under 1500000 in 2024-25 and operate in an eligible impacted marine industry category. Must show at least 18750 turnover in the 3-month comparative period and a turnover decline of 30% or more.
To be eligible, applicants must be a legal entity established in Australia, be a South Australia entity including businesses and not-for-profits, have an active Australian Business Number as at 2025-01-01, be registered for goods and services tax as at 2025-07-22, have an Australia-wide grouped payroll of less than $1.5 million in 2024-25, and be primarily categorised in one or more impacted marine industry categories. Eligible categories include marine or coastal tourism operators excluding hospitality and food services, charter boat and fishing charter operators, marine-based sport and/or schools, commercial fisheries and aquaculture licence holders, seafood processors, marine and fishing supply chain manufacturers or retailers, marine or coastal caravan parks, camping grounds and other accommodation providers excluding short-term private or holiday rental providers, and beachfront kiosks or cafes. Applicants must also demonstrate minimum turnover of $18,750 in the 3-month comparative period and a decline in turnover of 30% or more using the comparative period.

What's Funded

Eligible organisations can use funding for standing business costs such as utilities, salaries and rent, financial advice, marketing and business development activities, business adjustments to remain viable in the changed operating environment, and retaining and supporting existing employees.

Expected Outcomes

The grant is intended to help impacted marine industry businesses and not-for-profits continue operating, maintain viability, adapt to the algal bloom impacts, and retain employees.

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Key Information

Applicant Types

companynon_profitpartnershipsole_tradertrustother

Stage

established

Funding Purposes

communityemploymentmarketingother

Keywords

algal bloomSouth Australiamarine industrysmall businessnot-for-profittourismfishingaquaculture

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Algal Bloom Small Business Support Grant SA?

The Algal Bloom Small Business Support Grant SA is a business grant offered by Australian Government in Australia, providing Up to $50K in funding. This program provides funding to small businesses and not-for-profits in South Australia impacted by the algal bloom occurrence. It supports marine industry organisations to maintain business viability and respond to changed operating conditions.

How much funding does the Algal Bloom Small Business Support Grant SA provide?

The Algal Bloom Small Business Support Grant SA provides Up to $50K in funding. The typical project duration is over 3 payments.

Who is eligible for the Algal Bloom Small Business Support Grant SA?

Must be a legal entity established in Australia and a South Australia business or not-for-profit. Must have an active ABN from 2025-01-01 and be GST-registered from 2025-07-22. Must have Australia-wide grouped payroll under 1500000 in 2024-25 and operate in an eligible impacted marine industry category. Must show at least 18750 turnover in the 3-month comparative period and a turnover decline of 30% or more.

When does the Algal Bloom Small Business Support Grant SA close?

Applications close on 31 July 2026.

What activities are funded?

Eligible organisations can use funding for standing business costs such as utilities, salaries and rent, financial advice, marketing and business development activities, business adjustments to remain viable in the changed operating environment, and retaining and supporting existing employees.

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