Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program

What’s new

February 2026: Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program – Round 1 is now open.

The Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program (TQMGP) is helping shape the future of Queensland's manufacturing sector. Through this new program, the Queensland Government is investing in innovation, advanced technology and job creation to strengthen the state's economy and position Queensland as a leader in modern manufacturing.

Administered by the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development, the TQMGP offers $79.1 million in grant funding over 3 years, delivered through 6 competitive rounds, with a new round opening every 6 months.

Round one has $12.5 million available, with eligible businesses able to apply for up to $1.5 million in matched grants.

Applications for Round 1 are now open

Eligible Queensland-based manufacturers can apply for matched funding grants of $100,000 to $1.5 million for projects that are:

  • facilitating pathways for export opportunities
  • reshoring or onshoring manufacturing activity currently undertaken interstate or overseas
  • improving manufacturing productivity and competitiveness
  • stimulating private sector investment and generating jobs.

Applications for Round 1 close on Thursday 16 April 2026 at 1pm.

Late applications will not be accepted.

How to apply

You are encouraged to contact your local Queensland Manufacturing Hub or call 07 3330 4444 to chat to the Manufacturing team before applying for a grant.

Read the Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program guidelines (PDF, 671KB) for funding details, including eligibility and assessment criteria.

Apply now

Grant agreements

Successful applicants are required to execute a grant agreement with the Queensland Government. Information about the agreement is in the guidelines.

Under this agreement, the Queensland Government may require security arrangements as part of executing a funding agreement. You should confirm your financier or bank is satisfied with these arrangements before you apply. View a sample grant agreement (PDF, 638KB).

Further information