Frequently asked questions
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Yes, however only the eligible work completed will be considered for assistance.
Yes, if QRIDA determines the quote reflects reasonable expenses for the costs of service.
A diversification plan is required for a business to be eligible for this grant. Details on the requirements of a diversification plan are detailed in the program Guidelines.
Yes. The eligible business must contribute at least 50% of the required funds to implement the diversification plan.
Yes, if you have not received assistance under any other part of the Scheme, you may be eligible to apply for assistance under the Business Diversification Grant. Please see the guidelines for more information.
Managed goats are a result of a managed breeding program and have been subjected to any animal husbandry procedures or treatments. Managed goat do not include harvested rangeland goats, which are eligible for a 'tag-free movement' directly to slaughter or via one registered goat depot.
A harvested rangeland goat has:
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Been captured from a wild state
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Not been born as a result of a managed breeding program
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Not been subjected to any animal husbandry procedure or treatment.
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Yes, if the PIC is registered to an address in Queensland.
Yes, you are eligible for assistance if you have a business address in Queensland, and can provide and upload ID to show you work as a livestock agent in Queensland.
Primary producers are able to receive a rebate of up to 50% (up to $1,600) per PIC for electronic readers and approved electronic devices or a combination of both
No. Only eligible hardware purchased after 1 January 2023 is eligible for a rebate.
You must immediately notify QRIDA if there is a change to the scope of the project. Please contact us here, and ask to speak to your Portfolio Manager.
If you are successful in receiving a grant you will be required to enter into a legally binding funding agreement with QRIDA. For more information on your grant obligations, please read the guidelines.
No, rebate payments will only be applied the cost of hardware excluding GST.
No, the rebate will be applied to the cost of eligible hardware only.
The electronic readers must be able to scan approved devices (for example, electronic ear tags), and have been purchased after 1 January 2023.
The Australian Government has made the grant assistance received under this scheme non-assessable, non-exempt income. You do not pay tax on non‑assessable, non-exempt income and you do not include the amount when you work out your tax loss.
Grant assistance received under this scheme is also not subject to GST.
Please seek advice from your accountant and/or the Australian Tax Office on 1800 806 218 if you have further questions about your individual situation.
Yes, you can claim freight costs associated with purchasing replacement livestock materials provided you have not been reimbursed for these costs by any other subsidies available from government agencies or charitable organisations.
Applicants are required to have the regional drought resilience plan approved by the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF), as this allows for actions to be further scoped out from that outlined in the published plan, hence an action may not appear exactly as it is named in the Plan.
These grants are seed grants only available to those organisations that are signatories to a regional drought resilience plan. All organisations that are signatory to the regional drought resilience plan must agree to the lead organisation to be the grant applicant.
No, rebate payments will only be applied to the cost of eligible devices excluding GST.
The following devices are not eligible for a rebate:
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non-powered bicycles or scooters
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bicycles or scooters fitted with an internal combustion engine (petrol-powered)
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e-bicycles with 1 or more electric motor/s capable of generating a combined power output of more than 200 watts (other than an electrically power-assisted cycle (EPAC))
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second-hand (including refurbished) e-bicycles and e-scooters
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bicycles or scooters that have been retro-fitted with electric motors after they were first sold in Australia
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e-bicycle or e-scooter conversion kits
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any accessories generally associated with e-bicycles or e-scooters, including but not limited to helmets, baskets, protective clothing etc
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e-skateboards, segways, mono-wheels and similar
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electric/motorised wheelchairs and mobility scooters
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e-scooters or e-bicycles that can travel over 25km per hour under operated power – unless limited by software or hardware.
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Queensland has nation leading safety rules for e-scooters and e-bicycles, and, when combined with significant penalties and police enforcement, send a clear message to riders that unsafe and antisocial behaviours will not be tolerated.
It’s important to note that to ride an e-scooter you must be either at least 16 years or at least 12 years and supervised by an adult while riding the device. E-bicycle and e-scooter riders must obey all Queensland Road Rules.
E-scooters can be ridden on footpaths, shared paths, bike paths, and local streets and on-road bike lanes where the road limit is 50km/h or less, or if physically separated from other lanes of traffic (for example, by bollards).
E-bikes can be ridden on most paths and roads, although riders are encouraged to consider a safe, bicycle friendly route.
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The scheme has allocated $2 million. Rebate funding is not guaranteed at any stage of the application process and applications will be assessed in order of receipt.
Generally, the product specifications will outline the make and model of the device itself.
The battery charger is normally considered an accessory, so you may need to visually inspect the chargers and look at the rating label to record the brand name of the charger (which could be different to the brand of the e-scooter or e-bike). Or you can ask the supplier for the brand and model of the charger. You should check for the registration of the charger via the National Equipment Registration System.
If you cannot find the registration, either ask the supplier to prove it is registered or don't buy it.
To ensure your device and charger comply with the eligibility requirements you may need to speak with your retailer and seek advice.