Research

• Food and Beverage Accelerator Kickstarter Program provides up to $50,000 for small to medium enterprises and start-ups, to conduct research projects that advance the food and beverage industry in Australia.
• Green Metals Innovation Network will connect researchers and industry to advance the development of green metal production in Australia.
• CSIRO Kick-Start provides matched funding for start-ups and small to medium enterprises to support research of a new idea with commercial potential; development of a novel or improved product or process; testing for a novel product or material.
• The Industry Skills Solutions (ISS) – Resources Industry Stream is a Queensland Government funding program with $1 million available to support industry‑led workforce and skills projects, with Expressions of Interest now open and closing on 17 June 2026, inviting proposals from industry, training and community organisations to address workforce challenges in the resources sector. For further information or to discuss a potential application contact: SPI@dtet.qld.gov.au