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Grant Programs

In reply to Mr BOYER (Wright) (29 July 2019). (Estimates Committee B)

The Hon. T.J. WHETSTONE (Chaffey—Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development): The following table provides the allocation of grant program/funds for 2018-19 and across the forward estimates for the Department of Primary Industries and Regions SA – Controlled operations:

Grant program/fund name Purpose of grant program/fund 2018-19 Estimated result $000 2019-20 Budget $000 2020-21 Estimate $000 2021-22 Estimate $000
Northern Adelaide Food Park The Northern Adelaide Food Park initiative was established to create opportunities for businesses to co-locate and enable both new and existing food and beverage processors, manufacturers, food packaging specialists, cold-chain suppliers and logistic and transport companies to expand and grow. - 1,450 50 -
Advanced Food Manufacturing The program focused on translating new or existing research and technical expertise into practical outcomes for food and beverage producers, to help them create new high value or value added products or processes. Connecting the producers to the technical experts that can help them develop new products and processes and understand the value that can be added through technical innovation, and the associated productivity, and export development potential. 122 120 - -
SA Wine Industry Development Scheme (SAWIDS) The purpose of SAWIDS is to develop and support projects that add economic value to the wine industry. 1,544 1,800 1,800 1,800
South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program (SARMS) – Commonwealth funded program Commonwealth funded competitive grant program to enable the SA River Murray irrigation industry to meet the new policy directions of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan and potential challenges faced by future climate change scenarios, and to support the vibrant communities across the Region. 29,045 3,756 - -
On-Farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme – Commonwealth funded program Commonwealth funded grant program to provide a one-off 25 per cent rebate up to $25,000 (GST exclusive) to primary producers in drought affected areas for the costs associated with the purchase and installation of On-Farm water infrastructure. 1,947 1,897 906 -
Regional Growth Fund Support projects that unlock new economic activity in our regions, creating jobs, growing export opportunities and strengthening regional communities. 11,350 18,650 15,000 15,000
Regional Development Fund Drive economic growth and productivity by investing in regional infrastructure, creating jobs and new opportunities for regional South Australia. 10,787 3,098 2,759 -
Upper Spencer Gulf & Outback Futures Program Supporting the region to achieve economic recovery by offering assistance to projects that will contribute to the economic diversification, resilience and capacity building of these communities. 833 175 25 -
Regional Development Australia The Regional Development Australia Boards (RDA) have been provided with funding certainty through over $12 million allocated over four years. This funding commitment will allow RDA Boards to continue to provide vital advice and support to drive economic development in each region. 3,516 3,224 3,265 3,307
Economic Sustainability Program The Economic Sustainability Program is targeted towards key regional economic development projects that facilitate strong, vibrant and sustainable regional industries and communities. 923 35 - -
Mobile Black Spot Program This initiative provides $10 million over three years to address mobile phone black spots across South Australia. Improving mobile phone coverage within the state will contribute to improved productivity, improved safety and enhancing the reputation of the state's key tourist destinations. 2,000 5,000 3,000 -
South East Forestry Partnership Program The South East Forestry Partnerships Program is a merit-based grant program to assist the forest and wood products industry by encouraging further investment in new and existing businesses. Funding was allocated over three phases. 7,532 - - -


The following table details the new commitment grants paid in 2018-19 for the Department of Primary Industries and Regions SA – Controlled Operations:

Grant program/fund name Beneficiary/Recipient Purpose Value$
Advanced Food Manufacturing Goolwa Pipi Co Pty Ltd Development of super premium life sashimi grade pipi product for Australian and Asian export markets. 25,000
SA Wine Industry Development Scheme (SAWIDS) Chalk Hill Great Wine Capitals bursary exchange program 5,000
Chapel Hill Great Wine Capitals bursary exchange program 5,000
Clare Valley Wine & Grape Association Funding in support of Wine Australia International Wine Tourism Competitive Grants Program 125,000
Grow 4 Great Wine Capitals bursary exchange program 5,000
Langhorne Creek Grape and Wine Incorporated Managing heat in vineyards project 20,000
Retallack Viticulture Great Wine Capitals bursary exchange program 5,000
The Australian Wine Research Institute Great Wine Capitals bursary exchange program 5,000
The University of Adelaide Assessing the Potential Impact of Smoke from Stubble Burning on Grapes and Wine 60,000
Vinehealth Australia Vinehealth Australia Digital Biosecurity Platform 75,000
Wine Industry Supplies Australia Incorporated Explorers SA—Wine and Tourism Technology Acceleration Program 80,000
Regional Growth Fund Spektrum Pty Ltd Inclusion of an appendix in the APY Sustainable Pastoral Development Plan Review document 8,500
Innes Experience Pty Ltd Jacka Brothers Brewery redevelopment 200,000
Regional Development Australia Yorke and Mid North Community Development Officer—Peterborough 240,000
South East Forestry Partnerships Program Department of Treasury and Finance (for Roundwood Solutions Pty Ltd) Utilise wood residues to produce biochar and hot air to generate steam to dry posts. 353,738


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