Regional Development Australia Committees are locally managed, non-profit, community-based organisations jointly funded by the Australian and State Governments.
RDA Illawarra Board is a part of a national network of RDA committees serving rural, regional, remote and urban communities across Australia.
What is the purpose of RDA Illawarra?
The Illawarra region faces major regional development challenges in the immediate future. Highly effective partnerships between Government, business and communities are needed in order to meet these challenges. RDA Illawarra plays a leading role in creating and coordinating these partnerships. RDA Illawarra will provide strategic leadership on a range of regional development issues.
RDA Illawarra is a key facilitator for change and development in the Illawarra region. We work towards the growth of the Illawarra economy, and the creation of increased employment opportunities. As part of our economic development role RDA Illawarra places a strong emphasis on the strengthening of infrastructure, including social infrastructure. This is based on the belief that community development and economic development are integral. RDA Illawarra develops partnerships between the community, government and business to achieve important community and economic goals.
RDA Illawarra has a Board comprised of committed volunteers who are leaders of business and community organisations. The RDA Illawarra Board identifies priorities and opportunities for employment, economic and community development in our region. RDA Illawarra provides advice to the Australian and NSW State Governments about these opportunities and, in doing so, acts as an important link between Government and the Illawarra Region. Find out more at 'About us'
