Australian Bushland Program – New Indigenous Protected Areas Grants
Closes 11th March 2026
The Australian Government is inviting applications via a targeted process to apply to deliver services under Program 2.1 Conserve, protect and sustainably manage Australia’s natural environment through a nature positive approach. The Australian Bushland Program – New Indigenous Protected Areas will run over 2 years from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2028.
This program is funded as part of the $250 million Australian Bushland Program (ABP) aiming to protect and conserve 30% of Australia’s land by 2030. The conservation and protection of Australia’s environmental and cultural values will be strengthened by creating and maintaining these new areas. The program also contributes to social and economic benefits for First Nations people.