Key changes for the Synergy Grants scheme.

Key dates

2026 Synergy Grants scheme dates:

  • The 2026 Synergy Grant scheme opens for applications on Wednesday 4 February 2026.
  • Minimum data is due on Wednesday 4 March 2026 17:00 AEST.
  • Applications close on Wednesday 1 April 2026 17:00 AEST.
  • Stage One – Knowledge gain and synergy assessments will commence in mid-May – early June 2026.
  • Stage Two – Track record assessments will commence in June – July 2026.
  • Outcomes are expected to be advised under embargo in October 2026.

Further details on this grant opportunity, including the grant guidelines and peer review guidelines, are available on GrantConnect.

Key changes

Each year, we seek feedback from peer reviewers and applicants on peer review policies and processes. This feedback contributes to a detailed policy analysis to determine whether our grant program is achieving its objectives and if any policy adjustments are required.

Key changes are detailed in section 2.1 of the Synergy Grants 2026 Guidelines available from GrantConnect.