On-farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme
The Government of South Australia in partnership with the Australian Government is providing a rebate of up to 25 per cent (to a maximum of $25,000 – GST exclusive) to primary producers for the costs associated with the purchase and installation of new on-farm water infrastructure, or to repair or replace damaged infrastructure for livestock and permanent horticulture that:
- addresses animal welfare needs during drought
- assists primary producers to be more resilient for future droughts
- assists primary producers to be more resilient for future droughts by protecting high value horticultural assets
- support primary producer recovery from Natural Disasters.
Applications open on 8 December 2023 and will close at 5 pm (ACST) on 30 April 2024 or when funding for this round is exhausted, whichever occurs first.
The total funding available for this program is $8 million.
The Australian Government is providing a 12.5 per cent rebate (up to $12,500) matched by the Government of South Australia (up to $12,500) to be able to offer a rebate of up to 25 per cent (max $25,000 per primary producer).
Applicants must pay the full cost of the infrastructure. After taking into consideration any rebate payable, the applicant must contribute a minimum of 75 per cent of the total cost of the infrastructure. Other government funding including grants or concessional loans or funding from insurance claims cannot be applied towards the applicant’s contribution.
For more information and to apply visit the PIRSA website