Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island
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Strengthening Industry Sectors
Hills & Coast Business Grant
Our award-winning Hills & Coast Business Grant has financially supported 21 regional manufacturers to invest more than $667,000 to enhance productivity, sales and exports.
We provided grant supports to help Hotel Elliot win $500,000 from the Tourism Industry Development Fund to build Salt at the Elliot, a new dining, function, wine bar and training centre.
Enhancing Innovation & Preparedness
Inspired Leadership Program
Our Inspired Leadership program, delivered by Newday, has helped develop the potential of 20 regional leaders, with one participant winning Young Australian of the Year for South Australia.
RDA Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island is focused on delivering its vision through four key themes of activity, consistent with our 2022-2025 Project Plan.
Our aim is to ensure the region will be more resilient to disruption brought about by: Climate Change + Demographic Change + Digitisation + Demand for Skilled Workforce
Major infrastructure funding in the 2025 Federal Budget will enhance road safety and freight productivity in our region.
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5 February 2025
New Study Hub Coming to KI!
RDA AHFKI has helped secure funding for a new Regional University Study Hub on Kangaroo Island, making tertiary education more accessible with free study spaces and support.
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29 January 2025
Meet the Newest Members of Our Board
Strong local leadership matters. We’re pleased to welcome Ellen Wundersitz and Jordana Ashcroft O’Sullivan to our board as we work together on key regional projects.
Join Fleurieu AgFest for hands-on workshops, industry insights, and valuable networking opportunities for producers and students.
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8 April 2025
Manufacturing Network – AI in Action
Learn how AI can tackle real-world manufacturing challenges like stock control and data analysis, with actionable insights and templates from Marina Ritchie of AI Business Mastery.
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