Open NowBusinessRound 2
Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan Caring for Country - Aboriginal Business Grants - Round 2 — NSW, 2025-26
Up to $25K available · Rolling Applications
Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure
This NSW Government grant supports Aboriginal-owned businesses to build capacity and become tender-ready for opportunities linked to the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan. Funding of up to $25,000 is available for activities such as training, certification, equipment upgrades and specialised business support.
Funding
Up to $25K
Deadline
Rolling / Ongoing
Duration
up to 13 months
Location
New South Wales
Who Can Apply
• Must be an Aboriginal business that is located within the CPCP area or can demonstrate it operates within the CPCP area
• Must be at least 50% Aboriginal owned, managed and controlled
• Must have an ABN and be GST-registered
• Must have been trading for at least 2 years
• Must work in one or more eligible sectors including land and cultural land management, natural resource management, ecological restoration, environmental and site impact assessments, cultural heritage and signage, pest and weed management, landscape and groundworks contracting, BAM services, cultural tourism and education, or wildlife fencing
• Must attend a free one-on-one consultation with a Yarpa Business Coach before applying
• Must provide verification of Aboriginal business status such as Supply Nation registration, NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce registration, or other relevant documentation
• If located outside the CPCP area, must provide evidence of work carried out within the CPCP area
• Must demonstrate tax and legal compliance are up to date
• Local Aboriginal Land Councils are not eligible
• Non-Aboriginal businesses are not eligible
The program is open only to Aboriginal businesses located within the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan area or able to demonstrate they operate within that area. Eligible businesses must be at least 50% Aboriginal owned, managed and controlled, have an active ABN, be GST-registered, have been trading for at least 2 years, and work in one or more eligible sectors such as land and cultural land management, natural resource management, ecological restoration, environmental and site impact assessments, cultural heritage and signage, pest and weed management, landscape and groundworks contracting, Biodiversity Assessment Method services, cultural tourism and education, or wildlife fencing. Local Aboriginal Land Councils and non-Aboriginal businesses are not eligible. Applicants must also attend a free one-on-one consultation with a Yarpa Business Coach and provide supporting documentation including Aboriginal business verification, compliance evidence, quotes, and project information.
What's Funded
Eligible activities include training and upskilling, certification and licensing, buying or upgrading equipment and non-material assets, creating educational materials related to environment and caring for Country, and specialised business support services.Before you apply
Check Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan Caring for Country - Aboriginal Business Grants - Round 2 fit and evidence gaps before 31 Dec 2025
Use this business grant page to sanity-check eligibility, funding fit, evidence gaps and application effort before you commit days to drafting. If you already know the grant you want, the 48-hour audit gives a practical go/no-go view, reviewer-readiness score and next-step risks.
Get a 48-hour grant fit auditExpected Outcomes
Businesses are expected to build capacity and capability, become tender-ready, strengthen competitiveness for CPCP-related opportunities, and deliver projects that link to CPCP outcomes and provide business benefits beyond the life of the grant.Key Information
Applicant Types
companysole_traderpartnershiptrustcooperativeindigenous_organisation
Stage
established
Funding Purposes
trainingcapital_expenditurecommunityother
Keywords
Aboriginal businessCumberland Plain Conservation PlanCaring for Countrytender readinesscapacity buildingWestern Sydneyequipmenttraining
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan Caring for Country - Aboriginal Business Grants - Round 2?
The Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan Caring for Country - Aboriginal Business Grants - Round 2 is a business grant offered by Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure in Australia, providing Up to $25K in funding. This NSW Government grant supports Aboriginal-owned businesses to build capacity and become tender-ready for opportunities linked to the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan. Funding of up to $25,000 is available for activities such as training, certification, equipment upgrades and specialised business support.
2
How much funding does the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan Caring for Country - Aboriginal Business Grants - Round 2 provide?
The Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan Caring for Country - Aboriginal Business Grants - Round 2 provides Up to $25K in funding. The typical project duration is up to 13 months.
3
Who is eligible for the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan Caring for Country - Aboriginal Business Grants - Round 2?
- Must be an Aboriginal business that is located within the CPCP area or can demonstrate it operates within the CPCP area
- Must be at least 50% Aboriginal owned, managed and controlled
- Must have an ABN and be GST-registered
- Must have been trading for at least 2 years
- Must work in one or more eligible sectors including land and cultural land management, natural resource management, ecological restoration, environmental and site impact assessments, cultural heritage and signage, pest and weed management, landscape and groundworks contracting, BAM services, cultural tourism and education, or wildlife fencing
- Must attend a free one-on-one consultation with a Yarpa Business Coach before applying
- Must provide verification of Aboriginal business status such as Supply Nation registration, NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce registration, or other relevant documentation
- If located outside the CPCP area, must provide evidence of work carried out within the CPCP area
- Must demonstrate tax and legal compliance are up to date
- Local Aboriginal Land Councils are not eligible
- Non-Aboriginal businesses are not eligible
4
When does the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan Caring for Country - Aboriginal Business Grants - Round 2 close?
Applications close on 31 Dec 2025. This is a rolling program — new rounds may open.
5
What activities are funded?
Eligible activities include training and upskilling, certification and licensing, buying or upgrading equipment and non-material assets, creating educational materials related to environment and caring for Country, and specialised business support services.
6
How do I apply for the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan Caring for Country - Aboriginal Business Grants - Round 2?
Start by checking your eligibility using the free Beta Docs eligibility checker. If eligible, Beta Docs' AI-powered platform can help you draft, review, and refine your application to maximise your chances of success.
Need help applying?
Beta Docs has helped founders secure $160M+ in competitive grants. Our AI platform drafts compliance-perfect applications — and our expert reviewers make sure you stand out.