Forestry

Forestry in Victoria

The Forestry Transition Program provides information and assistance for eligible workers, businesses and communities affected by the end of commercial native timber harvesting in Victorian state forests. This page provides links to available support, grant programs and program information.

Grants

Forestry Transition Program

Timber Innovation Grants Program

The Victorian Timber Innovation Grants Program provides native timber industry businesses funds to explore, invest and implement new opportunities.

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Forestry Transition Fund

Grants of up to $1 million for businesses and industry groups to expand, diversify or start new businesses.

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Community Development Fund

$22 million Community Development Fund fuels early local development strategy implementation, sustaining economic transition and fostering new industries.

Help for businesses and communities

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Business support

A range of support is available for native timber businesses.

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Community support

Assistance for communities impacted by the forestry transition.