Improving Australian climate change adaptation strategies: learning from international experience
This research explores climate change adaptation practices, strategies and policies implemented internationally that could be adopted to support the sustainable development of cities and towns across Australia. Adaptation strategies focus on reducing the impact of...The State of Australia’s Regions 2024
The Australian Government has released the State of Australia’s Regions report. The report showcases data and insights on contemporary topics of interest across Australia’s regions. Download the report here...Employment Land Study for the Northern Rivers
The Northern Rivers Joint Organisation commissioned Northern Rivers Employment Land Study provides an overview of available and potential employment lands in the Northern Rivers. Taking into account socio-economic and industrial trends, the report examines the supply,...Live Northern Rivers
Work. Play. Live Northern Rivers RDA Northern Rivers partnered with the NSW Reconstruction Authority, Healthy North Coast and Training Services NSW to roll out the Live Northern Rivers platform in November 2023. The Live Northern Rivers provides information about our...Northern Rivers Tenders listed on Live Northern Rivers.
RDA Northern Rivers and NSW Reconstruction Authority have collaborated to list Northern Rivers tenders in one easy-to-find location. With this feature, we’ve responded to calls from businesses for an easier way to find tender opportunities across our seven local...Business planning for flood preparedeness
The February/March 2022 floods had a devastating impact on the business and wider community in the Northern Rivers. Many businesses have rebuilt their businesses and some are still in the process of rebuilding. While the flood marked the end of the road for some, for...A new jobs platform for the Northern Rivers
In continuing efforts to support the employment ecosystem in the Northern Rivers, Regional Development Australia (RDA) Northern Rivers has launched the next evolution of a locally focused jobs platform. Jobs Northern Rivers is an initiative to support employers to...An economic recovery roadmap for the Northern Rivers
Regional Economic Recovery Plan 2025 Events over the last four years have significantly challenged the Northern Rivers Economy. Drought, bushfires, a pandemic and the 2022 natural disaster have all impacted our business and industry community. In addition, the most...Northern Rivers leaders give voice to communities on issues and needs
16 leaders committed to championing the needs of the Northern Rivers region recovering from floods and other challenges It includes ensuring communities are heard on important issues influencing their wellbeing and resilience, and Supporting existing community groups...2021 Australian Infrastructure Plan Released
The 2021 Australian Infrastructure Plan was released Friday 3 September 2021 by Infrastructure Australia. RDA Committees were one of the stakeholders who provided sector specific targeted expert advice to identify reform opportunities and recommendations. Read The...nbn Business Fibre Zones come to the Northern Rivers
Superfast business internet is coming to Lismore and Ballina through nbn Business Fibre Zones with speeds close to 1Gbps