This document discusses grant funding opportunities for musicians in Australia. It provides examples of grants awarded by the Australia Council for projects such as touring, recording, and skills development. Key points made include: - Major granting bodies for Australian musicians include the Australia Council, Creative Victoria, and RMIT. - The Australia Council funds a variety of projects including arts projects, career development, and international touring. It has awarded grants of $34k-$50k for tours by Australian artists. - Successful grant applications demonstrate established experience and achievements, clearly explain the proposed project and its benefits, and provide supporting facts, figures and examples. - Developing an effective grant application involves thorough research on funding programs and guidelines,