Infrastructure and Equipment - 2026/27

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About the Grant

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Grant Information (Not Applicable)

This funding program supports dedicated live music venues to purchase equipment, undertake infrastructure works and to install high-end audiovisual systems and dynamic lighting technology.

Applicants must co-contribute at least 30% of the of the overall project budget (this can include cash and in-kind contributions).

Venue Upgrade Grants - Infrastructure and Equipment will run as a two-stage process:

Stage one - Applications to the expression of interest round will close at 2pm on 28 September
Stage two - Venues successful at the expression of interest round will be invited to submit a full application.

Activity Dates: The project cannot start before 15 February 2027 and must be completed by 31 January 2028.

Types of Upgrades Supported (Not Applicable)

Funding can support:

equipment purchase and infrastructure works up to $150,000; OR
high-end audiovisual systems and advanced lighting technology up to $300,000.

You can only apply for one type of venue upgrade, not both.

Equipment purchase and infrastructure works includes (but not limited to):

sound, lighting and staging equipment
soundproofing
ventilation
accessibility
energy efficiency improvements.

High-end audiovisual systems and advanced lighting technology includes (but not limited to):

LED video walls, projection, or mixed–reality screen systems
upgrades to intelligent lighting and control systems, AI-enhanced lighting
venue design and visual mapping works that align lighting and screen with performance zones including on–stage rigging
high-end audiovisual systems that enhance audience experience through immersive visuals and live feed integration.

What type of venue upgrade are you applying for? *

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Equipment purchase and infrastructure works up to $150,000

High-end audiovisual systems and advanced lighting technology up to $300,000

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Sound NSW Support (Not Applicable)

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Sound NSW staff are here to help you and can be contacted between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) via: 

Telephone: Rosie Saul, Venue Support Coordinator (02) 9228 3603
Email: info@sound.nsw.gov.au
Schedule an online meeting to speak to Sound NSW staff using the link to Microsoft Bookings.

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