Applications open for 2025–28 Water Management Grants

COMMUNITY projects that unlock the benefits of recycled water and stormwater for the community and environment may be eligible to take advantage of the next round of the State Government’s Integrated Water Management Grants.

The $24 million 2025-28 funding cycle is open to organisations including local government, Traditional Owner groups, water corporations and catchment management authorities.

Since 2017 the program has invested $72.8 million in collaborative projects across the state, attracting over $166 million in co-contributions from partner organisations.

Grants are available for infrastructure projects including stormwater recovery, creating new wetlands for stormwater treatment and recycled water treatment and upgrades.

Funding is also available for researching, feasibility and planning activities that will pave the way for the delivery of on-ground projects.

Metro and regional streams are both available, ensuring regional communities impacted by droughts have access to upgrades that preserve water supplies.

Another stream is dedicated to projects led by Traditional Owner groups, and a fourth stream will fund large-scale projects that support sustainable urban development.

“We’re looking to invest in planning and projects that will make every drop count, from greening recreational spaces and creating wetlands to providing irrigation for farmers,” Minister for Water Gayle Tierney stated.

“By expanding the use of recycled water and stormwater across Victoria, we’re taking pressure off drinking water supplies and making our state more resilient to the impacts of climate change.”

More information can be found on the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action website.

Applications close on 9 February 2026.