Innovation Programme for Tourism Recovery

The Innovation Programme for Tourism Recovery is a contestable fund for projects that will have meaningful impact across the tourism system.

$30 million from the programme has been reprioritised. This leaves $9.939 million for Stream Two funding. All Stream Two applications will now be assessed together after the closing date. 

The final closing date for Stream Two full applications is still 15 December 2023. Funding decisions will be made in the first quarter of 2024.

Stream Two expressions of interest closed on 1 September 2023.

Stream One closed on 3 May 2023.

In this section

About the programme

This page has information about who can apply, the application process, key dates, webinars, and where to find more information.

Eligibility self-assessment tool

Use this self-assessment tool to determine if you are eligible to apply for funding from the Innovation Programme for Tourism Recovery.

Stream One: Discovery

Applications for Stream One have closed

Stream Two: Development

Stream Two has up to $9.939 million available for allocation. Expressions of Interest closed on 1 September 2023. Full Applications must be received by 15 December 2023.

Programme funding recipients

Successful applicants of the Innovation Programme for Tourism Recovery Programme with confirmed funding agreements will be announced here.

Last updated: 04 September 2023