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Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Grants

Funds Australian industry-led research consortia tackling sector-level innovation challenges over extended periods.

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Cooperative Research Centres Grants sit under the Department of Industry, Science and Resources and fund long-horizon industry-led research collaborations in Australia. The program is built for sector transformation, not short pilot work, and it asks consortia to solve industry-identified problems while lifting competitiveness, productivity, and sustainability.

The grant can cover up to 50% of el…

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Grants under Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Grants

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

CRC Grants Round 27 — Stage 2
Closed

Supports Australian industry-led consortia by aligning multiple firms and researchers into funded collaborative development projects.

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Last verified: 28 May 2026Source: business.gov.au