Regional Economic Development Grants
The Regional Economic Development Grants (RED Grants) program is a $50.85 million over nine years (2018-19 to 2026-27) State Government initiative that invests in local projects to stimulate economic growth and development in regional Western Australia.
Delivered locally by the State's nine Regional Development Commissions, up to $250,000 is available for individual projects that contribute to increasing or sustaining jobs, expanding or diversifying industry, developing skills or capability, increasing business productivity and attracting new investment to the regions.
The grants will boost investment in local regional projects that contribute to population and economic growth initiatives and innovation pilots, and importantly, are driven by the community.
The RED Grants for the Pilbara are delivered by the Pilbara Development Commission with support from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD).
RED Grants objectives
The RED Grants program aim to boost investment in local regional projects that contribute to population and economic growth initiatives and innovation pilots, and importantly, are driven by the community. The objectives of the program are:
- Sustainable jobs
- Expanding or diversifying industry
- Developing skills and capabilities
- Attracting new investment in the region
- Increasing productivity
Applications must also demonstrate how the project supports at least one of the following Pilbara regional economic development priorities:
- Prosperous and diverse economy
- Aboriginal economic participation and prosperity
Round 6 is now open!
The Minister for Regional Development has announced the opening of Round 6 of the Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants program.
Funding up to $250,000 is available for individual projects that contribute to increasing or sustaining jobs, expanding or diversifying industry, developing skills or capability, increasing business productivity and attracting new investment to the regions.
Who's eligible?
· local governments
· not-for-profit organisations
· Australian registered businesses
· industry associations
· incorporated bodies
· universities or training institutions (under collaborative agreements)Pilbara regional development prioritiesApplications must demonstrate how the project supports at least one of these regional development priorities:· Prosperous and diverse economy· Aboriginal economic participation and prosperityHow to applyEligible applicants are encouraged to contact the Pilbara Development Commission to discuss their project proposal prior to the submission of an application.
For more information contact our Grants Officer, Jules Prins, on 08 9173 8401 or email grants@pdc.wa.gov.au
Round six applications are now open and close at 5pm on 30 June 2023.
RED Grants Roadshow Announced!
The Commission will offer information sessions over the coming weeks for people interested in applying for a Regional Economic Development (RED) Grant.
To book an appointment, please contact Jules Prins, Grants Officer at jules.prins@pc.wa.gov.au or (08) 9173 8401.
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Date
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Times
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Event
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Town
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Venue
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Address
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Monday, May 29, 2023
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10am - 12pm
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One-on-ones
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Marble Bar
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Chamber, Civic Centre
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24 Francis Street
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Monday, May 29, 2023
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2pm - 3pm
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One-on-ones
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Nullagine
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Community Research Centre Park
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39 Gallop Road
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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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9am - 9:45am
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Info session
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Newman
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The Visitor Centre
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Fortescue Avenue & Newman Drive
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10am - 1pm
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One-on-ones
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Newman
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The Visitor Centre
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Fortescue Avenue & Newman Drive
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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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8:30am - 9:15am
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Info session
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Tom Price
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Tom Price Hotel Function Room
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Tom Price Hotel, Central Road
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9:30am - 12pm
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One-on-ones
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Tom Price
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Tom Price Hotel Function Room
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Tom Price Hotel, Central Road
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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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9am - 9:45am
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Info session
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Onslow
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The Sunrise Room, Onslow Beach Resort
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Cnr Second Avenue & Third Street
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10am - 2pm
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One-on-ones
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Onslow
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The Sunrise Room, Onslow Beach Resort
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Cnr Second Avenue & Third Street
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Friday, June 2, 2023
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9am - 9.45pm
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Info session
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Karratha
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Pilbara Development Commission Office
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The Quarter, Level 2, 20 Sharpe Avenue
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10.00am – 2pm
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One-on-ones
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Karratha
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Pilbara Development Commission Office
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The Quarter, Level 2, 20 Sharpe Avenue
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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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10am-11am
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Info session
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Hedland
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The Web Business Hub
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18 Edgar Street, Port Hedland
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11:30am - 3:30pm
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One-on-ones
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Hedland
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Pilbara Development Commission Office
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Shop 2, 6 Wedge Street, Port Hedland
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