RDA NT Grants

RDA NT plays an active role in growing a strong and confident regional economy by capitalising on economic opportunities and attracting investment.

Regional Investment Readiness and Impact Fund (RIRIF)

RDA NT awards grant funding for five projects across the NT

As part of its mission to help regions grow and prosper, Regional Development Australia NT has today announced that five remote and regional projects across the NT have been awarded grant funding to become investment-ready.

The projects will share in the not-for-profit’s $200,000 Regional Investment Readiness and Impact Fund one-off grant pool which was created to help attract future government, philanthropic and private investment.

Regional Development Australia NT Chair Kon Vatskalis said each project demonstrated the ambition and opportunity that exists across regional and remote Northern Territory communities.

“This fund is about helping strong projects take that critical next step. By investing in the planning and technical work needed to become investment-ready, we’re helping regional organisations position themselves to attract much larger government, philanthropic and private investment.

The projects include:

Yuendumu Women’s Centre Aboriginal Corporation – future proofing Yuendumu Women’s Centre
Numburindi Corporation Ltd – Numbulwar Cultural Precinct
Developing East Arnhem Limited – Central Arnhem Road Tourism and Economic Investment Project
Jawoyn Association Aboriginal Corporation – Nitmiluk Tourism and Cultural Infrastructure
Ngaruwanajirri Incorporated – Cultural Precinct Investment Readiness Project at Wurrumiyanga

The support was an important step towards bringing the Numbulwar Cultural Precinct to life said Numburindi Corporation Limited CEO Peter Saunders.

“By helping us strengthen funding partnerships and develop investment-ready proposals, the fund will position the precinct for future investment. Its expansion will create more opportunities for local artists, preserve and celebrate our cultural heritage, and deliver lasting economic and community benefits for Numbulwar,” he said.

The Regional Investment Readiness and Impact Fund supports critical planning and development work needed to move strong regional projects closer to investment., This can include business cases, technical studies, detailed design, approvals, governance frameworks and funding submissions.

About Regional Development Australia NT
Funded by the Australian Government, Regional Development Australia NT is part of a national network of 50 Regional Development Australia committees located across Australia’s capital cities and regions, as well as the Northern RDA Alliance. A trusted and not-for-profit partner, the organisation connects with all levels of government to support economic growth, liveability and sustainability. It helps attract public and private investment, provides regional intelligence, practical support and funds initiatives. www.rdant.com.au

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Regional Investment Readiness and Impact Fund (RIRIF)

Now Closed

This grant is now closed and was a one-off program.

The Regional Investment Readiness and Impact Fund (RIRIF) provides funding to help regional Northern Territory projects progress from advanced planning to an investment-ready stage. The program supports organisations to complete the critical “last mile” activities required to secure major funding from government, philanthropic and private investors.

What do you get?

Funding of between $25,000 and $75,000 (GST exclusive). A total funding pool of $200,000 is available for this one-off program.

Who is this for?

Not-for-profit and for-purpose organisations
Local government organisations
Aboriginal organisations
Regional consortiums and partnerships

Applicants must:

Have a presence in the Northern Territory
Deliver projects located within the Northern Territory
Demonstrate strong community benefit and partnership

Projects must primarily benefit regional and remote communities, with priority given to:

Central Australia
Barkly
Katherine
East Arnhem
West Arnhem
Remote and very remote communities

About the program

RIRIF is a targeted, time-limited grant program designed to support the final stages of project planning that enable regional projects to secure larger investment. The program focuses on investment readiness, not project delivery. It fills a recognised gap in the Northern Territory funding landscape by supporting projects that are beyond feasibility but not yet ready to attract major funding. Projects supported through RIRIF are expected to progress to external funding opportunities within a defined timeframe.

Program dates

Applications open: 22 April 2026

Applications close: 1 June 2026

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online.

Application link: https://form.jotform.com/261038010289047

Email and postal applications will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may be deemed ineligible.

Information session

An online information session will be held on 30 April 2026. This session will provide an overview of the program, eligibility requirements and application process.

Register for the information session: https://events.humanitix.com/webinar-regional-investment-readiness-impact-fund-grant-information-session

Key documents

Regional Investment Readiness and Impact Fund – Guidelines

Frequently Asked Questions– this may be updated during the application period, applicants should check prior to submitting

Contact

Email: [email protected] Phone: (08) 8941 7550