Applications are now open for the 2026 Innovate with nbn® Grants Program, supporting regional businesses using digital technology to drive innovation, improve productivity and create positive outcomes in their communities.

Delivered by nbn® in partnership with the Regional Australia Institute, the program is now in its seventh year and offers $125,000 in grant funding across seven categories.

Each category winner will receive $15,000, with an additional $20,000 awarded to the overall 2026 Innovate with nbn® champion.

Categories include:

• AgTech and Environment
• Arts, Culture and Tourism
• Education
• First Nations Business
• Health and Wellbeing
• Innovation for Productivity
• Women in Regional Business.

The new Innovation for Productivity category recognises businesses using technology and innovative approaches to improve the way they operate and deliver value.

Applications are open to eligible regional businesses and close at midnight on Monday 12 October 2026.

Find out more and apply for the Innovate with nbn Grants Program on the nbn website.