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Are you ready for the 3G shut down?
As the 3G shut down draws near, there are important considerations for people who live and work in a remote, rural or regional area. In these areas, residents are more likely to be directly affected by the closure since there is a higher reliance on 3G networks for...
ABC Trailblazers making regional Australia a better place
The ABC's Trailblazers program provides a platform for individuals and groups of up to three working on projects to make regional Australia a better place. Winners receive media support, networking and mentorship opportunities and an all-expenses-paid trip to...
Northern Rivers Rail Trail a winner
Thousands of people are enjoying the Northern Rivers Rail Trail in both the Tweed and Richmond Valley, and they are letting the world know. The Northern Rivers Rail Trail has earned Tripadvisor’s coveted Travelers’ Choice Award ranking it in the top 10% of...
Applications open for the 2025 ABC Heywire Competition
“Share your voice and together let’s celebrate the unique stories of regional Australia!” Wodonga teenager and Heywire alumni Solange is encouraging all young people from regional communities across Australia to participate in the 2025 ABC Heywire competition, which...
RDA NR Welcomes New Director of Regional Development
RDA Northern Rivers Chair, The Hon. Donald Page, is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Schreenan as Director of Regional Development (DRD) for RDA Northern Rivers. “I am pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Schreenan to the role of Director of...
NSW 2024/25 Budget roundup
The NSW State Budget 2024/25 was announced this week. Here’s what’s been allocated for the Northern Rivers. Health $723.3 million for Tweed Hospital and Integrated Ambulatory Service redevelopment. $263.8 million for Grafton Base Hospital redevelopment. $2 million...
Local Youth Takeover Lismore
Recently, RDA Northern Rivers was honoured to have been invited to hear what is important for our region's youth through Takeover Lismore. The ABC's Takeover Lismore is a weeklong program that provides a forum for young people from our region to share their ideas...
Budget 2024
The Federal Budget, while providing cost of living relief for all Australians through energy rebates and tax cuts, also provided benefits that will support communities and businesses in our region. This includes the following programs: The Roads to Recovery Program...
Takeover Lismore launches youth ideas for our region
Takeover is an exciting new place-based initiative, building on the success of the long-running Heywire program. It provides a platform for young people from the regions to be heard on the ABC and in their local community. Through school workshops, a youth Summit and...
RDA Northern Rivers Board welcomes Alex Smith to the DRD role
The Hon Don Page, Chair of Regional Development Australia Northern Rivers is pleased to announce the appointment of Alex Smith to the position of Director of Regional Development, RDA Northern Rivers. Alex Smith previously held the position of RDA Northern Rivers CEO...
