The Made in Queensland (MIQ) grant program helps small-to-medium Queensland manufacturers modernise operations, boost productivity and create high-value jobs. Grants of up to $2.5 million (matched funding) are available for advanced equipment, Industry 4.0 upgrades, energy-efficiency projects, and workforce development.
What the grant offers
- Funding size – $50 000 to $2.5 million on a 1:1 co-funding basis
- Eligible spend – capital equipment, advanced robotics, digital systems, up-skill training, energy-efficiency upgrades
- Project length – typically 18 to 24 months
- Assessment focus – productivity uplift, job creation, on-shoring, export growth, sustainability
Who should apply
- Queensland-based manufacturers with 5 to 200 FTE employees
- Businesses operating under an eligible ANZSIC manufacturing code
- Companies ready to co-invest at least 50 percent of project costs
- Firms able to demonstrate financial viability and a clear implementation plan
Why it is worth your time
- De-risk modernisation – cut capital-equipment costs in half and accelerate ROI
- Boost competitiveness – up-grade to Industry 4.0 processes, reduce waste, lift output quality
- Create quality jobs – funds cover training and new skilled positions, aligning with Queensland’s Advanced Manufacturing Roadmap
- Strengthen export potential – higher productivity and new capabilities position you for global supply chains
- Build grant track record – successful MIQ projects improve credibility for future state and federal programs
How Grant Savvy helps
Eligibility clarity
We confirm turnover, ANZSIC code, FTE count, and financial ratios so you know you qualify before investing effort.
Project framing
We translate your technical upgrade into clear productivity, sustainability, and workforce metrics that MIQ assessors reward.
Full application drafting
Narratives, cost summaries, Gantt charts, risk management plans, and socio-economic impact statements — written in plain English and cross-checked against every guideline.
Budget and matched-funding evidence
We align supplier quotes, cap-ex schedules, and cash-flow proofs so there is no doubt you can co-fund the project.
Stakeholder coordination
We source letters of support from local partners, industry bodies, and training organisations to strengthen your case.
Submission and follow-up
We lodge through the DESBT portal, confirm receipt, and respond to any clarifications until the grant is decided.
Our process
- Discovery call – 15 minutes to confirm eligibility and deadlines.
- Scope and quote – fixed price, detailed timeline, defined deliverables.
- Data gathering – collect financials, quotes, project plans, workforce data.
- Drafting – complete narrative, budgets, milestones, and attachments.
- Review and refine – one consolidated feedback round, compliance audit.
- Lodgement – portal upload with timestamp confirmation.
- Post-award support – milestone reporting templates and variation assistance.
Standard turnaround: 4-6 weeks. Rush options available subject to capacity.
Ready to modernise your Queensland plant?