The Local Recovery Fund and the National Priority Fund ceased on 30 June 2025. No further procurement activity for the Local Recovery Fund or the National Priority Fund will be undertaken.
The Australian Government has announced extension of the Local Jobs Program through to 30 June 2027. The Program extension continues the Australian Government's commitment to place-based approaches and maintains support to communities, workers and businesses as the Government works through the next phase of employment services reform.
A single $10 million grants-based fund will respond to local needs and help progress broader employment service reform objectives. It is anticipated that the new fund will be available in the second half of 2025.
We encourage you to register your interest in future/forecast Department of Employment and Workplace Relations business opportunities via AusTender and GrantConnect.
