House of Assembly Fifty-Fifth Parliament, First Session (55-1) 55 1 Parliament of South Australia House of Assembly published Estimates Replies Grant Programs Grant Programs In reply to Mr PEDERICK House of Assembly Hammond Grant Programs In reply to Mr PEDERICK (Hammond) (23 June 2025). (Estimates Committee B) The Hon. C.M. SCRIVEN House of Assembly Grant Programs The Hon. C.M. SCRIVEN (Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, Minister for Forest Industries): I have been advised that for the Department of the Primary Industries and Regions: The following table provides the requested information on grant program/funds under my responsibility for the 2025-26, 2026-27 and 2027-28 financial years—Controlled: Grant program/fund name Purpose of grant program/fund 2025-26Estimate $000 2026-27Estimate $000 2027-28Estimate $000 Primary Industries and Regional Development On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme Primary producers to implement infrastructure projects that assist with managing current drought conditions and strengthen preparedness for future droughts. 10,436 (*) - - Rural Business Support Relief Fund Grants Relief grants aimed to alleviate stress for primary producers experiencing challenges related to drought through provision of a grant to cover essential household and business expenses like council rates, utility bills, and vehicle repairs. 1,500 - - Community and regional standpipe sustainability investment project Grant program for councils to support the upgrade of publicly accessible standpipes in regional areas. 700 - - Implementation of elD for sheep and farmed goats Assist producers with the implementation ofIndividual electronic identification (elDs) for sheep and goats 3,730 1,800 300 Murray Darling Basin–Sustainable Communities Minimise socio-economic impacts from water purchase by supporting diversification and improving resilience in Basin communities during the transition to a future with less consumptive water 6,350 7,150 300 Thriving Regions Fund Support projects that unlock new economic activity in our regions, creating jobs and strengthening regional communities. 26,518 20,000 20,000 Regional Development Australia New funding commitment for the seven non-Metropolitan Regional Development Australia associations (RDAs) for a four- year term from 1 July 2022 until 30 June 2026. This funding commitment will allow RDA Boards to continue to provide vital advice and support to drive economic development in each region. 3,307 3,307 3,307 Mobile Black Spot Program Address mobile phone black spots across South Australia. Improving mobile phone coverage within the state will contribute to improved productivity, improved safety andenhancing the reputation of the state's key tourist destinations. 920 - - Regional Roads Australia Mobile Program Pilot Program Requests for Proposals for innovative technology solutions, to enable the Government of South Australia to improve traveller safety and enhance connectivity between regional towns. 3,200 1,800 - (*) Reflects current budget for 2025-26, which will reduce for commitments paid in 2024-25. The following table provides details, including the value and beneficiary, or any commitments already made to be funded from the program or funds mentioned in the previous answer. Grant program/fund name Beneficiary/Recipient Purpose Value$000 Primary Industries and Regional Development On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme Various recipients Primary producers to implement infrastructure projects that assist with managing current drought conditions and strengthen preparedness for future droughts. 1,156 Rural Business Support Relief Fund Grants Rural Business Support Funding to provide relief grants aimed to alleviate stress for primary producers experiencing challenges related to drought through provision of a grant to cover essential household and business expenses like council rates, utility bills, and vehicle repairs. 1,500 Implementation of elD for sheep and farmed goats Various recipients Assist producers with the implementation of individual electronic identification (elDs) for sheep and goats 870 Thriving Regions Fund Chalk Hill Chalk Hill Production, Tourism & Events Development 300 District Council of Grant Mount Gambier and District Saleyards Infrastructure Upgrade Project 50 Karoonda Business Growth Precinct Public infrastructure at an existing industrial site 125 Eyre Peninsula Ocean Jackets Fishing Cluster (Ferguson Fisheries Pty Ltd) Upgrade the existing processing room at Mori Seafoods with new equipment to receive, process, retail pack and export Ocean Jacket fillets 740 Yumbah Hatchery Future-proofing SA oyster spat supply & selective breeding program 100 South Australian Spirit Producers' Association Funding of Executive Officer to manage implementation of the Spirits Industry Blueprint 50 Primary Producers SA To assist Primary Producers SA Incorporated ('PPSA') with their role of developing primary industries in South Australia. 375 South Australian Produce Market Ltd Biosecurity Precinct 900 Riverland Wine Industry Development Council Inc. Implementation of Riverland Wine Industry Blueprint 150 Rocky River Lions Club, Crystal Brook Branch To build an outdoor space in a community area adjacent to the Aged Care facility. 50 District Council of Elliston Expansion of short-term worker accommodation options and additional facilities for short-term workers. 100 Wakefield Regional Council The project is to deliver improved facilities for residents and visitors and promote the state's regional tourist attractions. 1,000 COtL Pty Ltd Funding to COtL's basic operations for six months 116 Fennell Forestry Pty Ltd Electric Log Truck Trial project 100 Bundaleer Forest Community Areas Association Future Proofing Bundaleer Forest Reserve for Regional Economic Growth 238 Milang and District Community Association Install an industrial kitchen in the Milang Lakeside Butter Factory 50 Tatiara District Council Keith Industrial Estate Expansion 800 Kangaroo Island Community Club Inc Providing core infrastructure for seasonal workers on Kangaroo Island. 230 Mypolonga Combined Sports Club Incorporated Mypolonga Combined Sports Club—Facilities Upgrades 518 JROD Pty Ltd Upgrade the Childcare centre to accommodate 80 children due to growing demand. 500 Barunga West Council (Auspicing Kulpara Old School Site Committee) Redevelop the Kulpara old school site into an inviting outdoor space for the community. 25 St Vincent De Paul Society (SA) Incorporated Fit out of a new conference and office space at the Naracoorte SVDP branch. 22 Orroroo Netball Club Inc Outdoor activity and recreational space (focus on youth) 34 Lochiel Progress Association Incorporated This is a place-based project that will deliver a new playground, fencing, shade and soft fall at the Lochiel Community Centre. 18 Port Germein Progress Association Inc Port Germein Community Hub Digital Access and Library refurbishment 50 Prospect Hill Community Organisation Inc Rainwater tanks for the Prospect Hill Community Hall and War Memorial Hall 24 Port Broughton Bowling Club Inc Ramp it up: Improving the access for all to the Port Broughton Clubrooms 25 Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia Central Operations RFDS Outback Centre for Health, Research and Education (RFDS OCHRE) 500 South Australian Forests Products Association SA Plantation Forests 70 Snowtown Progress Association Expand the R V park at Snowtown from current 6 powered sites to 16. 47 Surf Life Saving SA Taskforce to review current shark mitigation arrangements in South Australia 450 Telstra Regional Connectivity Program The project is to deliver increased mobile network connectivity in the Southeast of South Australia 5,546 Blinman Mens Shed Incorporated Project aims to address social isolation and enhance food security in remote Northern Flinders Ranges. Features include accessible design with paved areas, shade structures, and wicking beds for water efficiency. 16 South Australian Forests Products Association Promoting career pathways and opportunities within South Australia's forest industries. 109 Kingscote Football Club Redevelopment of Playground at Centenary Oval 50 Blinman progress association The Blinman Community Tractor and Volunteer Participation Project 44 Balaklava Community Children's Centre Balaklava Community Children's Centre Facility Expansion 200 Australian Landscape Trust (Calperum Station) Calperum Connect: Critical Infrastructure for a Sustainable Future 443 City of Port Lincoln—Lincoln Cove Marina New multi-use docking system 700 Port Augusta City Council—Airport Operational improvements Port Augusta Airport Operational Improvements 250 Riverton Community Hall Refurbishment Riverton Community Hall Refurbishment 770 Barossa Enterprises—Export Wine Packaging Expansion stage 1 Export Wine Packaging Expansion 290 Yorke Peninsula Field Days—Function Centre Development Function Centre development project 400 Langhorne Creek Memorial Park Langhorne Creek Memorial Park Community Complex Upgrade 400 National Trust of SA—Kingston SE Cape Jaffa Lighthouse Kingston Beacon Project 124 Balgowan Progress Association Inc Balgowan Progress Association Playground upgrade 27 Nairne Golf Club Inc Nairne Golf Club Clubroom and Surrounds Upgrade Project 50 Dunjiba Community Council Inc Dunjiba Community Food Hub Infrastructure Upgrade 50 Country Life Compassion Inc New Facilities: Disabled and Ambulant Toilets, Kitchen and Emergency Exit 48 Bute 2000 Onwards Progress Association Bute Community Hub 20 Lions Club of Pardarna Western Kangaroo Island Futureproofing facilities- Lions Club of Parndana 46 The Salvation Army(South Australia) Property Trust Upgrade to Purruna Community garden 48 Telstra Regional Connectivity Program Delivery of 27 new mobile base stations across the Limestone Coast 4,915 Snapper Management(PIRSA) Snapper Management Arrangements and industry assistance measures 350 Implementation of elD for Sheep and Goats (PIRSA) Implementation of individual electronic identification (elDs) for sheep and goats. 5,169 Forestry Products Masterplan (PIRSA) Develop a Forest Products Domestic Manufacturing and Infrastructure Masterplan, including a focus on future skills needs. 1,850 Marine Scalefish (PIRSA) Marine Scale fish industry assistance measures 1,075 Drought Funding Contribution towards the State Drought funding package 3,050 Whyalla Wharf Upgrade Whyalla Surf Life Saving Club upgrade. 2,500 Snapper Restocking Program Snapper Restocking Program for 2025. 300 Mid Murray Council Community and Regional Standpipe Sustainability Investment Project 208 Rural Business Support Delivering Effective Landowner Support and Community Engagement 1,661 Southern Zone Abalone Fishery Fee relief Southern Zone Abalone Fishery Fee assistance measures 268 Forestry Centre of Excellence Additional Build Cost towards the Forestry Centre of Excellence 125 Drought kangaroo Management Implementation of the drought kangaroo management component of the SA Government's support package. 550 Regional Development Australia Seven non- metropolitan RDAs Support the development of South Australia's regions 3,307 Mobile Black Spot Program Optus Round 4 final payment and Flinders Ranges Way 290 Telstra Regional Connectivity Program Delivery of 27 new mobile base stations across the Limestone Coast 630 There are no grant programs under my responsibility for 2025-26, 2026-27 and 2027-28 financial years—Administered.