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Circular North launches 2026 Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Grants

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Rethink Waste Tasmania’s partner Circular North has opened applications for the 2026 Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Grants, supporting northern Tasmanian communities to reuse more and buy less.

This initiative helps accelerate the region’s transition to a circular economy by supporting innovative and practical projects that reduce landfill waste, improve recycling, and extend the life of valuable materials.

Grant details

  • Total funding pool: $45,000
  • Maximum grant amount: Up to $10,000 per application
  • Applications close: 5pm, Friday 23 January 2026.
  • Eligible applicants: Businesses, community groups, schools, and organisations based in northern Tasmania – within the council boundaries of Break O’Day, George Town, City of Launceston, Meander Valley, Northern Midlands, Dorset, West Tamar and Flinders.

Focus areas

Funding is available to support projects that:

  • Encourage reuse and recycling, reducing the need to buy new materials
  • Implement waste reduction solutions that keep resources in circulation
  • Invest in recycling infrastructure and new technologies
  • Develop educational initiatives that inspire better waste management practices across communities

Building on proven success

Since being hosted by NRM North, Circular North’s grants program has invested $245,000 to support innovative local projects, estimated to have diverted more than 400 tonnes of waste from landfill.

Past recipients have delivered initiatives such as repair cafés, expanded composting operations, recycling upgrades, and resource-sharing programs, all contributing to a stronger circular economy in northern Tasmania.

By supporting forward-thinking projects, the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Grants continue to drive lasting environmental, social and economic benefits for the region.

Interested individuals and organisations are encouraged to apply: https://nrmnorth.org.au/circularnorth/Resource-recovery-and-circular-economy-grants