The proposal would provide $22.2 million over 2 years to establish the 80th Anniversary of the End of World War II Grants Program, to invest in the preservation of Australia’s wartime heritage.

Grants of up to $100,000 would be awarded through a competitive application process for community projects and activities that commemorate World War II.

The proposal would be non-ongoing with funding of $10.2 million provided in 2025-26, and $12.0 million in 2026-27.

The proposal would start from 1 July 2025.