What We Do

Connecting Region and Government

We bridge the gap between our region and government, ensuring both sides stay informed and connected for better economic development outcomes.

Our aim:

To ensure our region and government will be well connected and informed to make the most of economic development opportunities.


What we will do:

REGIONAL ECONOMIC ADVICE

  • Provide information on our region’s activities and competitive advantages to all levels of government, industry, business and community sectors
  • Provide evidence-based advice and advocacy to the Australian Government on critical regional development issues positively and negatively affecting our region

Performance Measures

  • Inform federal and state agencies and bodies through forums, workshops, surveys, enquiries, submissions and ongoing engagement with members of parliament
  • Produce and maintain a Strategic Regional Plan
  • Collaborate with other South Australian RDA’s through RDA SA
  • Participate in industry and other regional forums

PROGRAM PROMOTION AND DELIVERY

  • Promote and disseminate information on Australian Government and Government of South Australia policies and programs to regional stakeholders including local government, industry, business and community sector
  • Assist in the delivery of Australian Government programs, where relevant and/or where requested

Performance Measures

  • Active and engaging website, newsletter and social media promoting government programs
  • Deliver government programs
  • Provision of grant program advice and application supports

Growing Regional
Productivity
Enhancing Regional Innovation
and Preparedness
Strengthening Our Most Competitive Industry Sectors