Up to $20,000 to strengthen your venue’s future.
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Applications close at 11:00am AEDT on Monday 22 December 2025
Venues who demonstrate a commitment to increasing live music programming may apply for grants to support advice from consultants and experts to create fit-for-purpose venues.
The NSW Government’s Venue Upgrade Grants – Advice and Planning stream is now open.
Now delivered twice in a financial year, the program aims to uplift sector knowledge and expertise. Funding of up to $20,000 will help venues access best-practice advice from consultants and experts, including guidance on development applications and planning expenses, legal services, licensing consultants, energy efficiency audits and assessment reports.
Register to attend an online information session on Tuesday 2nd December at 2:00pm AEDT here.
Visit the website to read more and apply.
Please note that applications close at 11:00am AEDT on Monday 22 December 2025.
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