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Building Better Regions Fund Guidelines Released: Applications open 12 January 2021

The Australian Government's $1.04 billion Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF) supports projects that will provide economic and social benefits to regional and remote communities.

Round 5 will open on 12 January 2021 and close 5 March 2021, with the funding guidelines released today.

You can use this mapping tool to see if you are in an eligible area.

Infrastructure Projects Stream
  • Projects can be either construction of new infrastructure or the upgrade or extension of existing infrastructure
  • Grants of $20,000 to $10 million to cover 50% or more of eligible project costs
  • Round 5 incorporates $100 million towards tourism-related infrastructure projects.
Community Investments Stream
  • This stream will fund new or expanded local community events, strategic regional plans, or leadership and capability strengthening activities
  • Grants of $5000 to $1 million to cover 50% or more of eligible project costs.

If you have a regional project you would like to discuss or support, please contact RDA Brisbane CEO Margaret Blade on 0419 751 846 or


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