Regional Development Australia Illawarra

13/06/2024

Today, we announced the appointment of our new Board, ushering in a new era for our organisation. From the Illawarra to the Shoalhaven, our new Board have a shared dedication to enhancing and shaping the region’s future, bringing a wealth of expertise across multiple industries including academia, built infrastructure, defence, business, health, manufacturing and community services.

Read more: https://lnkd.in/gZrQHDHH

05/02/2024

RDA Illawarra's February eNews is out now. Meet Mark McKenzie, our new Chair who will lead the transition of the existing organisation to RDA Illawarra Sholhaven over the next two months.

Regional Development Australia is calling for local leaders to drive regional economic development in the Illawarra-Shoalhaven region, read more on how to apply for the Deputy Chair and Board Member roles in this month’s eNews.

https://createsend.com/t/j-74C3BD0F888781DE2540EF23F30FEDED

19/01/2024

Do you play a lead role in your community? TAFE NSW wants to hear from you on how it can better work with you to support your community's needs and aspirations. Let TAFE NSW know and have your say by Sunday 11th February 2024 by completing the survey here https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/tafensw

TAFE NSW - Wollongong TAFE NSW - Nowra

Every community is different. Help us better understand your local needs, so we can deliver meaningful services and support to your community.

19/12/2023

04/12/2023

RDA Illawarra welcomes the GoGet car hire trial at Wollongong train station that offers workers and visitors a further transport option. Find out more about how to use GoGet Carshare here https://www.goget.com.au/

04/12/2023

RDA Illawarra's December eNews is out now. Read our submission providing qualified support for the offshore wind zone, our new analysis on the region’s housing shortfall, and find out how start-ups and innovative small-to-medium size businesses can access expert advice with the new Industry Growth Program Advisory Service https://createsend.com/t/j-C957C2884DFDC3DA2540EF23F30FEDED

27/11/2023

Start-ups and forward-thinking small to medium-sized businesses can now seek expert guidance on bringing their ideas to market through the Industry Growth Program Advisory Service Department of Industry, Science and Resources

The Industry Growth Program is officially open for business!

Startups and innovative small-to-medium businesses can now apply for expert advice on getting their ideas to market.

A national network of Industry Growth Program Advisers will provide tailored advice to eligible businesses on things like:
• seeking investment
• market testing
• business models
• networking.

Our new Executive Director David Chuter will support the advisers and act as the face of the program.

Read more and apply to participate: https://www.industry.gov.au/news/industry-growth-program-launches-advisory-service

07/11/2023

Improve your understanding of coercive control and the civil, community and legal response at this important forum event on Friday 15 November, Bulli Senior Citizens Hall. Register at the link: http://upstreameducator.com.au/product/coercive/coercive-control/

06/11/2023

RDA Illawarra CEO Debra Murphy said there is more pressure on local roads than ever before. That’s why RDA Illawarra is calling for an integrated Multi-Modal Transport Services plan for the Illawarra with enhanced services that will reduce the burden and congestion on local roads. Read more about the 30 Minute City here: https://www.rdaillawarra.com.au/projects/infrastructure/30-minute-city/

Data reveals a transport system that's broken.

01/11/2023

Read RDA Illawarra's November eNews here: https://www.rdaillawarra.com.au/news/enews/
The Leadership Illawarra Program MoU signed for a further three years, RDA boundary changes re-defined and read our submission supporting City of Wollongong's Net Zero Wollongong Climate Change Mitigation Plan.
Australian Industry Group

26/10/2023

Applications are now open for 6 RDA Committee Chair positions commencing 1 January 2024.
RDA Committee Chair positions are currently available for:
1. RDA Southern NSW and ACT (NSW)
2. RDA Illawarra Shoalhaven (NSW)
3. RDA Barwon South West (VIC)
4. RDA Gippsland (VIC)
5. RDA Greater Whitsundays (QLD)
6. RDA Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast (QLD).

Applications close at 5pm AEDT on Monday 13 November 2023.

Find out more: https://www.rda.gov.au/join-your-rda/committee-chair

24/10/2023

Grants are now open for the next round of funding from Healthier Illawarra Men (HIM) Find out more: https://healthierillawarramen.org.au/grant-applications/

GRANTS NOW OPEN!
Our next round of funding from Healthier Illawarra Men is now open for any interested charitable organisations.
Healthier Illawarra Men financially supports organisations to run men's health or domestic violence related programs in the Illawarra.
You can find details on the criteria and the application process on our website grant application page or via the link below.
https://healthierillawarramen.org.au/grant-applications/
We hope to announce the successful funding recipients at this year's HIM International Men's Day Lunch.
Tickets are selling fast for the lunch and don't miss your chance to hear from the inspirational Brett Connellan.
You can purchase your tickets here: https://bit.ly/3RdGTE1