Tourism Product Development Fund
Tourism Product Development Fund
(formerly known as the COVID Safe Tourism Co-Investment Program)
Applications for the Tourism Product Development Fund are now closed.
The program will require a 1:1 matched cash contribution from applicants.
The TPDF Funding Guidelines provide details for businesses applying for financial assistance from the program for infrastructure and product and experience projects that are to be completed by 30 June 2025.
A set of responses to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) have also been prepared, along with a Project Implementation Plan template that needs to be completed and uploaded to the online application form.
The online application form can be accessed here: https://cmtedd.smartygrants.com.au/2023-24TPDF.
The intended outcomes of the TPDF are to:
- Encourage development of new infrastructure and/or experiences that attract more visitors and/or lead to increased visitor length of stay and increased visitor spend, while also enhancing Canberra's reputation as a destination.
- Encourage enhancement of infrastructure that will expand an existing tourism product.
- Build industry resilience in a post-pandemic environment.
- Increase the supply of new experiences to fill a gap in the market.
- Build innovative solutions to support operations through industry collaboration.
SUCCESSFUL GRANT RECIPIENTS: 2021-22
| Project name | Funding amount |
| New Vineyard Accommodation | $80,000 |
| Exploring the Universe Through Different Views | $40,000 |
| Marquee Structure | $100,000 |
| Alfresco at East | $100,000 |
| Safari Function Lodge | $100,000 |
| Mountain E-bike Tours in Canberra | $42,695 |
| On-Farm Accommodation | $100,000 |
| Extension of Outdoor Area to increase Visitor Capacity and Experience | $47,547 |
| Delivery Efficiency, School and Disability Inclusivity | $23,000 |
| Distillery Education Facility | $66,757 |
| Outdoor learning and amenities | $50,000 |
SUCCESSFUL GRANT RECIPIENTS: 2020-21
| Project name | Funding amount |
| Ice Age and Hominid Exhibit | $11,000 |
| Minimum Touch Maximum Experiences | $14,037 |
| Enhancement of Food and Beverage Spaces | $30,000 |
| Shuttle Bus and Trailer | $30,000 |
| Dock Dining Domes | $30,563 |
| Cellar Door Outdoor Seating Facility | $34,400 |
| Bar and Wine Room | $50,000 |
| Book Excursion Platform | $50,000 |
| Distillery Experience | $50,000 |
| Wild Night Safari | $50,000 |
| WILMA | $50,000 |
| GoBoat Charter | $70,000 |
| Sabi Suites | $80,000 |
| Open Air Function Venue | $100,000 |
| Astro-Tourism Facility | $100,000 |
CONTACT DETAILS
For more information about the Tourism Product Development Fund, please contact one of the VisitCanberra contact officers.
Russell Jackson
Assistant Director, Industry Sector Development
russell.jackson@act.gov.au
(02) 6205 1747
Teresa Comacchio
Senior Director
teresa.comacchio@act.gov.au
(02) 6205 6001