This grant opportunity will provide funding to new Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs) and expanding (existing) dedicated IPA projects. 

The Program objective is to strengthen the conservation and protection of Australia’s environmental and cultural values through establishing and managing IPAs. The Program also contributes to social and economic benefits for First Nations people.

$14.5 million (GST exclusive) in grants is expected to be available under this grant opportunity to fund IPA projects over 4 years from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2028. The grants will support the establishment of at least 10 IPAs and to expand existing dedicated IPAs. 

The total funding, the number of new IPAs and the number of existing IPAs that will be expanded will depend on the projects that apply and outcomes from the assessment process. At least 10 new IPAs will be established and expanding existing dedicated IPAs will be subject to funding availability.