The NSW Government's floodplain management grants support local government to manage flood risk. The main aim of the Floodplain Management Program is to reduce the impact of flooding and flood liability on communities and reduce the damage floods cause using environmentally friendly methods.
To apply for a grant, you will need to read our guidelines and submit the application through the new online Grants Management System.
2024–25 funding round
| Funding stream | Status | Opening date | Closing date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floodplain management | Closed | 4 April 2024 | 5 pm 16 May 2024 |
Information for new applicants
Guidelines and application forms
All applications for the 2024–25 round of the program will be via the new online Grants Management System.
- Guidelines for applicants 2024–25 Floodplain Management Program
- Floodplain Management Program Implementation project prioritisation form
- Floodplain Management Program Guidelines for voluntary house raising schemes
- Floodplain Management Program Guidelines for the voluntary house purchase scheme
- Floodplain Management Program – Sample application implementation workplan (XLSX 22KB)
- Floodplain Management Program – Sample application study workplan (XLSX 22KB)
Grants awarded
Find out more about past grant recipients and funded projects.
Regional office contacts
| Region | Phone number |
|---|---|
| Hunter/Central Coast | 02 4320 4206 |
| South West | 02 6229 7170 |
| North East | 02 8289 6318 |
| South East | 02 4224 4153 |
| Greater Sydney | 02 8837 6097 |
| North West | 02 6883 5352 |