Forestry Transition Fund VIC

This program provides funding to businesses and industry groups to help them transition away from native timber harvesting.
Open
Closes in 342 days

Closing date: Friday 31 October 2025 Fri 31 Oct 2025

What do you get?

Grants of $10,000 to $1 million and wage subsidies of $20,000 per native timber worker are available.

Who is this for?

Private businesses and industry groups in the forestry sector.

Overview

The Forestry Transition Fund supports job creation and business development in towns or communities affected by the end of native timber harvesting in Victoria.

Round 2 grants are available to create new jobs, including jobs for displaced timber workers, in towns and communities significantly impacted by the forestry transition.

Funded activities may include:

  • the expansion of existing, or development of new facilities, such as factories, offices, or shops
  • the introduction of new technologies, innovations, plant and equipment, systems, and processes to improve business growth.

Check if you can apply

Applications will be accepted from eligible businesses and other organisations significantly impacted by the implementation of the Forestry Transition plan and operating in or near eligible towns and communities.

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