The Independent Review (the review) will consider changes made since the last review in July 2020 and explore opportunities for continuous improvement in the program’s operation and delivery.
We are seeking feedback from EMDG recipients, businesses and other interested stakeholders to guide this review and support government decision making.
The review is a requirement under the Export Market Development Grants Act 1997.
The Minister for Trade and Tourism has appointed Mr Timothy Yeend as the independent reviewer of the Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) program.
Mr Yeend will provide a report with his findings to the Minister for Trade and Tourism, Senator the Hon Don Farrell.
Please read the EMDG Independent Review Terms of Reference (DOCX 52.4MB).
To support your participation, please read the Consultation Paper. It outlines the context of the review and includes guiding questions.
Read the Consultation Paper: Independent Review of the Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) program.
There are 3 ways you can give feedback.
You can provide your feedback as a written submission.
Please email your submission to emdgreview@austrade.gov.au.
Alternatively, you can complete the online submission form by 12 September 2025.
You can complete the survey.
Please use the link to complete the survey. The survey will close 15 August 2025.
Face to face and online meetings are being held following the consideration of the responses to the submissions and survey. Mr Yeend will host in-person consultation sessions in:
There will also be the possibility of online consultations for stakeholders in other locations.
These sessions will allow you to talk with Mr Yeend and share your insights. Depending on demand, group meetings may be held with businesses, representative bodies and other stakeholders.
Further information about how to register for the sessions will be available on the website in August.