Re-vegetation of Natural Areas

The Re-vegetation of Natural Areas grant program provides funding to improve the native habitat, enhance natural areas and improve biodiversity in Cairns.

It is essential that your application is discussed with Council officers prior to submission.

Please contact a member of the Natural Assets Management team to discuss your revegetation project. Phone 1300 692 247 or email us.

This grant provides assistance through cash. The minimum amount is $5,000 and the maximum amount per application is $20,000 (ex GST) through the following funding rounds:

• 1 May 2024 - Funding round opens
• 30 June 2024 - Funding round closes
• Early October - Applicants are notified
• Early November - All grant agreements finalised

Draft applications are encouraged and will be accepted no later than two weeks prior to the closing date of the grant round.