Tourism Product Development Fund – Refresh and Renew

This fund is available to businesses based in regional NSW that operate a medium size accommodation property i.e. more than 10 rooms and less than 100 rooms.  Grants are intended to assist the accommodation provider improve their facilities and accommodation to better meet consumer expectations with particular emphasis on addressing issues that have been identified by consumers through their feedback.

Eligible applicants include:

• Hotels
• Resorts
• Motels
• Private Hotels
• Guest Houses
• Apartments
• Caravan, Camping and Holiday Parks (Note: Cabins only - not camping or caravan sites).
• Retreats and Lodges
• Backpackers and Hostels
• Bed and Breakfasts

Work could include, but is not limited by:

• Fresh paint
• New linens
• Upgrades to the reception area
• New beds
• Soft furnishings
• Awnings or shade structures to expand all-weather outdoor dining/seating
• Improved Wi-Fi
• Contactless customer service technologies, such as, keyless entry and automated check-in.

A grant of $30,000 (excluding GST) is available per applicant. The applicant will need to contribute at least $15,000 (excluding GST) of their own funds towards the work proposed. The work proposed must therefore cost at least $45,000 (excluding GST). Applications can be for projects of a greater value; however, all additional costs will need to be covered by the applicant.