Recognises and showcases regional and remote businesses. 

Businesses throughout regional and remote Australia often face numerous challenges. Whether it's related to their relative isolation or simply finding ways to promote themselves, finding a path to success can be hard.

It’s through these times of adversity that many of these businesses have found not only a deep resolve and determination, but a vast amount of innovation and creativity.

nbn co is looking for digital businesses in regional and remote Australia who are:

• Making the most of the nbn® network to help enable regional Australians to live, learn and work in a digital society
• Challenging the traditional markets in regional Australia
• Lifting digital participation and stimulating regional economies
• Championing digital adoption for regional and remote communities.

This year, the Innovate with nbn Grants Program will award $15,000 to the deserving winners of each of these categories:

• Agriculture
• Arts & Tourism
• Education
• Health
• Indigenous Business
• Sports & Recreation
• Women in Regional Business

Additionally, one regional/remote business will be recognised and awarded the ‘Innovate with nbn® Champion Award’ worth an additional $20,000.

Applications will only be eligible if you:

• Are connected to the nbn
• Are located in regional Australia
• Have an ABN
• Have an Australian bank account (corresponding to the ABN)
• Apply for one category.

Applications open on 1 September, and successful grant recipients will be announced on 16 November 2026.

Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider's website.

Smith Thornton subscribes to a grant search provider and can help you prepare your grant application. If you have any questions, our Business Services Advisor, Jenna van Nierop, will be happy to assist. You can email her at jennav@smiththornton.com.au or call her on 9842 5155.