Quilpie Shire Council is pleased to announce the opening of two grant opportunities, the Local Business Innovation Fund (LBIF) and the VAST Television Transition Grant. For mor information please see below or contact Deputy Director of Business and Community Development, Corey Richards on 4656 0509.
The Local Business Innovation Fund (LBIF) is a two‑year competitive grant program established by Quilpie Shire Council to support local businesses in innovating, growing, and improving their long-term sustainability.
The VAST Television Transition Grant is intended to assist residents in preparing for the cessation of Council‑operated television re‑transmission services on the 04th of December 2026, by contributing to the cost of purchasing and installing necessary equipment such as set‑top boxes and satellite dishes.
Apply now for an Exclusion Fencing Recovery Grant – closing 30 June 2026.
If you were impacted by the Western Queensland Floods in early 2025 like Quilpie grazier Steven Hall was, now is the time to apply for the grant.
Eligible producers can access up to $500,000 to rebuild damaged or destroyed fences and to help protect livestock.
Read Steven’s story to understand how the grant can help you build back stronger.
Meet Steven Hall—rebuilding exclusion fencing
The Exclusion Fencing Recovery Grant is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland government’s Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
For more information and to check eligibility, contact the Department of Primary Industries on 13 25 23 or visit, https://quilpie.qld.gov.au/quilpie-services/exclusion-fencing-recovery-grants/ .
Less than 4 weeks to go! Expressions of Interest for the Exclusion Fencing Recovery Grants (EFRG) program close 30 June 2026.
Quick facts:
To learn more about the EFRG visit Exclusion Fencing Recovery Grants | Quilpie Shire Council
This program is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
Quilpie Shire Council is inviting Tenders from Principal Contractors for the:
📌 Quilpie Aerodrome Upgrade – T13 25-26
Works include the reconstruction and surfacing of the Quilpie Airport Main Runway, Taxiway, Apron and other ancillary works, including a new refuelling area within the aerodrome.
📄 Tender Documents Available: From 19 May 2026 via VendorPanel
⏰ Tender Submission Deadline: 2:00 PM, Thursday 25 June 2026
📥 Submit via: VendorPanel Public Tenders
For further information and tender submissions, visit VendorPanel Public Tenders
Steven Hall, a grazier from Quilpie Shire, knows how valuable the Exclusion Fence Recovery Grant can be.
After losing 2,600 sheep and experiencing major damage to his exclusion fencing during last year’s floods, the grant helped him recover.
Read Steven’s story to understand how the grant can help you build back stronger.
Meet Steven Hall—rebuilding exclusion fencing
The Exclusion Fencing Recovery Grant is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland government’s Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
For more information and to check eligibility, contact the Department of Primary Industries on 13 25 23 or visit, https://quilpie.qld.gov.au/quilpie-services/exclusion-fencing-recovery-grants/.
An application for up to $500,000 of Exclusion Recovery Fencing Grant funding is not complex, but ensure you make time for certain essential tasks:
To learn more about the EFRG visit Exclusion Fencing Recovery Grants | Quilpie Shire Council
This program is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
In accordance with Section 254C(2)(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Qld), Quilpie Shire Council hereby gives notice of a Special Meeting of Council to be held as follows:
Date: Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Time: 08:30 AM
Location: Quilpie Shire Council Chambers, 50 Brolga Street, Quilpie QLD 4480
Agenda
The meeting will be open to the public for the consideration of the following items:
-RFQL 37 25-26 Flood Damage Pinkenetta Road Pkg; and
-RFQM 10 25-26 Supply and Delivery of 2 (two) 2026 4WD Extra Cab Utilities – With or Without Trade; and
-RFQM 11 25-26 Supply and Delivery of 2 (two) 2026 Wagons – With or Without Trade; and
-RFQM 12 25-26 Supply and Delivery of 3 (three) 2026 Dual Cab Utes – With or Without Trade; and
-T11 25-26 Supply and Delivery of 5 Person, Turn-key Portable Camp; and
-T09 25-26 Economic Development Plan & Destination Management Plan; and
-Land Valuation Program 2027.
The meeting will then be closed to the public for the consideration of the following confidential items, in accordance with section 254J(3) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Qld):
-Quarter 3 Budget Review 2025/26
To be considered in accordance with section 254J(3)(c) on the grounds that the matter relates to the local government’s budget.
No resolution will be made during the closed session other than a procedural resolution. The meeting will reopen to the public following consideration of the confidential items.
Quilpie Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers for or the management and operation of the Quilpie Swimming Pool.
Tender Documents Available – 17 April 2026 via VendorPanel
Submission Deadline – 12:00 PM, Monday 11 May 2026
All submissions must be lodged through VendorPanel Public Tenders
Whether you’ve got your application lodged or you’ve just heard about the EFRG program, tell your neighbours and mates! Quick facts:
To learn more about the EFRG visit Exclusion Fencing Recovery Grants | Quilpie Shire Council
This program is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
While the deadline for full applications has been extended to 31 July 2026, we strongly encourage applicants who have already commenced the EOI and application process to lodge as soon as possible.
Project officers are available to support you in lodging your application so you can receive funding sooner to repair and/or replace damaged exclusion fencing.
Key dates:
To learn more about the EFRG visit Exclusion Fencing Recovery Grants | Quilpie Shire Council
