Northern Rivers Tenders
RDA Northern Rivers and NSW Reconstruction Authority have collaborated to list Northern Rivers tender opportunities across our seven local government areas in one easy location…more »
Live Northern Rivers
Live Northern Rivers is a companion site to the Jobs Northern Rivers platform that supports employment strategy in the Northern Rivers. Promote your business, events and jobs on the platform for free… visit »
The Welcome Experience
The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers and their families who are considering moving or have made the move to the regions… learn more »
Regional Visas
As the Regional Certifying Body for the Northern Rivers, our Skilled Migration services can provide potential 494 Visa applicants and employers with the information needed to submit applications… more »
Regional Economic Recovery Plan
The RDA Northern Rivers Regional Economic Recovery Plan 2025 provides a road map for recovery from the 2022 natural disasters for stronger, more resilient business, industry and infrastructure for our region…more »
Economic & Community
Data Apps
Explore the latest statistics on the Northern Rivers economy in this free interactive tool.
The latest ABS data on Northern Rivers communities in this free interactive tool.
Latest News Stories
Local Government Workers to Benefit from Expanded Welcome Experience Program
Regional Development Australia Northern Rivers (RDA Northern Rivers) has welcomed the Minns Labor Government’s announcement that local government workers will now be supported through The Welcome Experience program, helping regional councils attract and retain...
Now Closed – Request For Quote – Northern Rivers Enabling Critical Infrastructure Prioritisation Study
Regional Development Australia (RDA) Northern Rivers is seeking suitably qualified consultants toundertake a comprehensive Northern Rivers Enabling Critical Infrastructure Prioritisation Study. The Northern Rivers region continues to experience significant population...
A New Board for RDA Northern Rivers
RDA Northern Rivers Chair, Dr Susan Vinnicombe, welcomes the appointment of four new Board members and reappointment of three members to the RDA Northern Rivers Board. Joining the board are Damian Chapelle, Amanda Kuhn, Bianca Spata, and Byron Wicks, bringing a range...
RDA Northern Rivers Congratulates The Honourable Donald Page OAM
RDA Northern Rivers congratulates The Honourable Donald Page on receiving the Order of Australia Medal in the recent King's Birthday Honours. Mr Page was appointed Chair of the RDA Northern Rivers Board and served until March 2025, after a long career in state...
Spotlight on Northern Rivers Success Stories
If you know of a business or organisation doing great things in the Northern Rivers – whether through innovation, leadership, community impact, sustainability, or growth, we invite you to nominate them for potential inclusion in an upcoming edition of our eNews.
Cultural Tourism in Regional NSW 2024 – Regional Arts NSW
In 2024, the NSW Regional Arts Network commissioned a new analysis of cultural tourism in regional NSW, providing insights and opportunities. In light of the NSW Government’s focus on ‘experience tourism’, and greater coordination occurring between Destination NSW and...
