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Why You Should Read the Grant Guidelines
1. To know if you’re eligible
Guidelines explain who can apply, what types of projects are supported, and any property or organisational requirements. This helps you avoid spending time on an application that can’t be funded.
2. To understand what funding can (and can’t) be used for
They outline eligible and ineligible expenses, funding caps, and any mandatory project components.
3. To make sure your application is strong
Guidelines detail:
- assessment criteria
- what evidence or documents you need
- how applications are scored or prioritised
Knowing this lets you tailor your application effectively.
4. To be aware of compliance requirements
This includes:
- Acquittal reporting obligations
- Payment conditions
- Landowner consent
- Permits and Approvals
- Timelines and milestones
- Responsibilities once funded
Reading them upfront reduces surprises later.
5. To avoid delays or rejection
Missing required information, forms, approvals, or deadlines often results in applications being deemed incomplete or ineligible.
6. To understand your responsibilities
If successful, you’ll need to meet certain conditions. Understanding these early ensures you can actually deliver what the grant requires.