New round of regional community infrastructure grants available in SA

Regional communities in South Australia are being encouraged to apply for funding through the latest round of the Malinauskas Government’s $5 million Enabling Infrastructure Program, with grants up to $1 million available for shovel-ready projects.

The program is a key component of the South Australian Government’s Thriving Regions Fund, which commits $15 million per year to support regional communities to grow, diversify and thrive through targeted investment.

For the first time, this year the Enabling Infrastructure Program is offering two distinct streams:

·         Stream One – Infrastructure for shovel-ready projects, with grants ranging from $50,000 to $1 million.

·         And stream Two – Planning to support feasibility work, business cases and other preparatory activities, with grants available between $10,000 and $75,000.

This change aims to ensure more projects are investment-ready and capable of delivering lasting benefits to regional communities.

This is the third round of the Enabling Infrastructure Program, which has provided almost $9 million to 17 projects across South Australia’s regional areas.

Previous funded projects range from accommodation for workers in critical seasonal roles to childcare facilities, health and education centres and upgrades to community and sports facilities.

Applications are now open, and will close at 5pm, Monday 13 October 2025.