Heritage Agreement Grants
A grants program is now open for landowners with native vegetation Heritage Agreements, to fund projects which improve biodiversity.
This page will help you:
- find out if your property is eligible
- understand the types of projects that may be funded
- learn about advice and training opportunities
- know how and where to apply.
About the Heritage Agreement Grants Program
This grants program is open to landowners in South Australia with a Heritage Agreement over areas of native vegetation.
The program recognises the valuable contribution that Heritage Agreement landowners make to our state’s environment, enhancing biodiversity, supporting threatened species and building ecological resistance to climate change. The program makes a significant contribution to Australia’s commitment to aim to protect 30% of global land and marine areas by the year 2030. Heritage Agreements account for 3.5% of conserved land in South Australia.
The program was first launched in 2023 and awarded over 200 grants. In 2026 the South Australian Government has made a second commitment of $6M to extend the Heritage Agreement Grants Program for another four years.
The Heritage Agreement Grants Program is delivered by the department's Native Vegetation Unit with support from Outreach Officers in Eyre Peninsula, Limestone Coast, Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Boards.
Who can apply?
People who own land with a Heritage Agreement or a person (like a contractor) working on a Heritage Agreement on behalf of the landowner are eligible to apply.
If you do not have a Heritage Agreement but would like to know more, please visit the Heritage Agreements page for assistance in entering an agreement.
What is being offered?
- Grants to manage and improve biodiversity.
- Land management advice and site visits where required.
- Assistance with grant administration.
- Training and networking opportunities.
What grants are available?
Three types of grants are available:
- medium <$25,000 (GST inclusive)
- large between $25,001 and $100,000 (GST inclusive)
- multi-property <$200,000 (GST inclusive).
Grants can be for:
- one-off activities or activities that span multiple years
- works on individual Heritage Agreements or works spanning multiple Heritage Agreements.
What kind of projects can be funded?
- Pest plant and animal control.
- Fencing.
- Revegetation.
- Minor equipment.
- Other activities to improve biodiversity on the Heritage Agreement site.
How can I apply?
As a first step, submit an expression of interest:
- online via SmartyGrants (preferred)
- by phone (08) 8303 9777
- or email NVC.haprogram@sa.gov.au.
An officer will then contact you to discuss your proposal.
Grant applications are to be submitted online via SmartyGrants:
Application periods:
- Period 1 closes 7 December 2026
- Period 2 closes 15 March 2027
- Period 3 closes 19 July 2027
These resources can help you to prepare your application:
- Letter of consent template (use when applying on behalf of a Heritage Agreement owner or several)
- Revegetation Plan template
Find out more
For more details about eligibility, application periods, assessment of applications and more, download the Heritage Agreement Grants Program 2026 – 2030 Guide.
To discuss your property and the program, please get in touch by email, NVC.haprogram@sa.gov.au or phone (08) 8303 9777.
