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Regional Investment Corporation (RIC)
RIC Marine Harmful Algal Bloom and Heatwave Loan
Amount
$0 – $250,000
Type
loan
Source
federal
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Eligibility
Aquaculture and commercial fishing businesses affected by harmful algal blooms or marine heatwave events. Announced December 2025 alongside Drought Hardship Loan. Register interest at RIC website — full applications expected to open 2026.
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How to Apply
Register interest at ric.gov.au. Full applications opening 2026.
Required documents
Evidence of marine event impactfishing/aquaculture licence detailsfinancial statements
Loan Details
Interest Rate
5.18%
Loan Term
10 years
Interest-only Period
5 years
Application Rounds
Register interest — full applications opening 2026
Ready to apply?
Apply on Regional Investment Corporation website