Over the years, TFIA has devoted a lot of resources to lobbying Government for TCF funding and support programs.
There is a great deal on offer at present. If you need help in completing application forms, we run information nights and are happy to assist members or direct them to program specialist consultants.
TCF Industries Innovation Council
The TCF Industries Innovation Council provides strategic advice on innovation priorities to the Minister; champions innovation in the TCF industries; and builds connections with other organisations, including the Enterprise Connect network.
The TCF IIC has developed a PROGRAM GUIDE to help businesses in the TCF industries identify government support initiatives for which they might be eligible.
AusIndustry
AusIndustry - the Australian Government's Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research delivery division - offers entitlement, concession and competitive based programs, including the TCF Strategic Capability Program (SCP); the Clothing and Household Textile Building Innovative Capability (BIC) Scheme and the TCF Small Business Program (SBP).
Grants & Assistance Finder
business.gov.au's Grants and Assistance Finder provides a listing of Australian, state and territory grants and assistance. Search by industry, or type of assistance being sought.
Austrade
Austrade - the Australian Government's trade and investment development agency - offers a range of programs and services to help new and established exporters with the export journey, including Export Market Development Grants (EMDG).
Small Business Support Line
AusIndustry's Small Business Support Line provides small business owners with a single point of contact to access information and referral services to improve their business sustainability and help better manage their business.
Speak with a team of agents that have extensive experience in the small business sector, and a diversity of knowledge including business start up information, banking, finance, accounting and marketing, advertising, small business counselling and information technology.
Phone 1800 777 275
Enterprise Connect
Enterprise Connect, an Australian Government initiative in the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, has 12 centres located across the country staffed by a team of highly skilled advisors who provide free business reviews to eligible Australian SMEs, and also delivers a number of targeted support programs to address specific business and regional development needs.