Coastal Infrastructure Grant Program 2026

The South Australia (SA) Government is now accepting applications for its Coastal Infrastructure Grant Program 2026. This program aims to support communities affected by the recent algal bloom across South Australia by strengthening coastal resilience, protecting public spaces, and enabling community-driven restoration projects.

📝 About the Program

The Coastal Infrastructure Grant Fund is part of the State and Federal governments’ $102.5 million Summer Plan. It focuses on:

• Strengthening coastal resilience
• Protecting public spaces
• Supporting community-driven restoration projects

💰 Benefits of the Program

• Grant Amount: Up to $50,000
• Total Pool: $1 million
• Co-contribution: Required for councils and landscape boards (dollar-for-dollar)
• Eligible Project Types: Once-off initiatives with clear community benefit
• Administration: Department of the Premier and Cabinet
• Funding Nature: Voluntary State Government payment with applicable terms and conditions

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Applicants Must:

• Be legally established in Australia
• Have an active ABN
• Operate within one of the designated 29 coastal council areas
• Be a South Australian entity (unless a State Government agency)
• Deliver projects with a direct benefit to impacted coastal communities

Eligible Entities Include:

• Community groups
• Not-for-profit organisations
• Local councils
• Landscape boards
• Coastal management associations
• Sporting and recreation clubs
• Industry associations

Not Eligible:

• Organisations on the National Redress Scheme’s list of non-participating institutions
• Entities unable to demonstrate locally focused coastal benefits

📅 Application Date and Process

Steps to Apply:

1. Check Eligibility
   Confirm your organisation operates in one of the designated coastal council districts and meets all legal and ABN requirements.

2. Define Your Project
   Outline the problem, proposed infrastructure solution, community benefit, and alignment with coastal recovery needs.

3. Prepare Documentation
   Include governance information, project plan, budget estimates, and evidence of co-contribution (if required).

4. Submit the Application
   Apply through the Department of the Premier and Cabinet’s designated portal or submission process.

5. Await Assessment
   Applications are assessed on eligibility, impact, feasibility, and community benefit.

6. Funding Agreement
   Successful applicants enter a grant agreement outlining conditions and reporting responsibilities.

📌 Application Deadline

09 January, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the SA Government Coastal Infrastructure Grant Program
• Apply for the program using the application form

This program provides a significant opportunity for communities to enhance their coastal resilience and restore public spaces. Ensure your application is complete and submitted before the deadline!

• Grant amount: Up to $50,000
• Total pool: $1 million
• Co-contribution: Required for councils and landscape boards (dollar-for-dollar)
• Eligible project types: Once-off initiatives with clear community benefit
• Administration: Department of the Premier and Cabinet
• Funding nature: Voluntary State Government payment with applicable terms and conditions