Regional Economic Development Grants

The Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants program is a State Government initiative investing more than $60 million over 11 years in locally driven projects to stimulate job creation and economic growth in regional Western Australia. 

Delivered locally by the state’s nine Regional Development Commissions, up to $250,000 is available for individual projects that contribute to:

• Sustainable job creation
• Expanding or diversifying industry
• Developing skills or capabilities
• Attracting new investment in the region
• Increasing productivity.

The RED Grant program invests in local projects that create long-term economic growth and stimulate job creation in the regions, and is open to businesses, local governments and non-profit organisations.

These grants boost investment in local regional projects that contribute to population and economic growth initiatives and innovation pilots, and importantly, are driven by regionally focused organisations.

The RED Grants program for the Great Southern is delivered by the Great Southern Development Commission (GSDC) with support from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD).

Round 8 status

Applications for Round 8 closed 12pm, 9 January 2026.

Thank you to everyone who applied. A comprehensive assessment process is now underway.

Application Assistance

Are you thinking about applying for a future RED Grant?

We recommend contacting GSDC to discuss your project prior to progressing or submitting an application, to learn how to put together a strong RED Grant application.

Email [email protected] or phone 9842 4888 to connect with our RED Grants Manager.

RED Recipients in Focus

Ocean Beach Allied Health Centre

Westerberg Marine

Albany Business Centre

See full list of Great Southern recipients.