Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island

Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island

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.

RDA AHFKI Grant Program Wins National Award

Strengthening Industry Sectors

Grant support for Hotel Elliot

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.

Launch of Inspired Leadership Program

What we do

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.

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Growing Regional Productivity

Our aim is to ensure the region’s productivity and liveability are unhindered by a lack of appropriate public infrastructure.
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Enhancing Regional Innovation

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
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Strengthening Our Industry Sectors

Our aim is to ensure the region’s three most competitive industries continue to grow, increasing exports and growing employment.
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Connecting Region and Government

Our aim is to ensure our region and government will be well connected and informed to make the most of economic development opportunities.
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6 October 2023

RDSA 2023 Annual Summit – Part 1

PART 1: The RDSA 2023 Annual Summit provided an opportunity for federal, state and local government, industry and business to better discuss the opportunities and challenges surrounding population growth in our regions to generate ongoing prosperity

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RDSA 2023 Annual Summit – Part 2

PART 2: The RDSA 2023 Annual Summit provided an opportunity for federal, state and local government, industry and business to better discuss the opportunities and challenges surrounding population growth in our regions to generate ongoing prosperity

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RDSA 2023 Annual Summit – Part 3

PART 3: The RDSA 2023 Annual Summit provided an opportunity for federal, state and local government, industry and business to better discuss the opportunities and challenges surrounding population growth in our regions to generate ongoing prosperity

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Events

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11
Dec

11 December 2023

Business Fundamentals

Whether you’re starting a new business, or are already in business, a solid understanding of the business fundamentals can help you identify opportunities for growth, efficiency and market differentiation.

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29
Nov

29 November – 12 December 2023

Fleurieu & KI Transport Study Drop-In Sessions

Department for Infrastructure and Transport is undertaking a transport study for the Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island. Have your say!

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22
Nov

22 November – 27 December 2023

Efficiency Information Session

Join this online Q&A session and find out how to apply for zero-interest loans to pay for projects such as installing solar panels, improving energy efficiency, switching away from fossil gas use, or purchasing electric vehicles.

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