Latest News
All the latest news from RDA-NR and announcements from partners and stakeholders. Use the form at the bottom of the page to subscribe to our weekly eNews summary.
Heywire winner Ivy to go to Summit
When Lismore teen Ivy sent in her Heywire entry she didn’t think anything would come of it. As an end of day English class activity on inspirations, she felt anything but inspired. But her short story, that shows that in a town ravaged by floods inspiration can be as...
Government Consultations
Equipment Energy Efficiency Program: GEMS Lighting Determination set to expire in Aril 2023 The Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources is consulting on 2 lighting determinations under the Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards Act 2012 (GEMS Act) that...
Regional Development Australia NSW & ACT Prospectus
The first Regional Development Australia NSW & ACT Prospectus has been released. The document provides an insight into the diverse yet connected network of RDA's across NSW and ACT. The Hon. Nola Marino MP, Assistant Minister for Regional Development and...
COVID-19 Roadmap to Easing Restrictions
The NSW Government's roadmap for easing COVID-19 restrictions has been released. New rules relating to business and COVID-19 vaccinations will commence from Monday 11 October 2021. Businesses will be required to comply with the new rules, which are explained in the...
StartupAUS Crossroads Report 2020
StartupAUS continue to produce their annual report into the Australian startup sector with the latest report, Crossroads 2020 available to download from their website. Crossroads 2020 Report is the definitive guide to Australia’s tech startup sector. Crossroads...
Resilience Toolkit Program for disaster-ready business
Thanks to Covid, bushfires and other events, we know businesses like yours are hurting. While you’re busy running your business, we need to be prepared for the disasters and disruptions that lie ahead, as a community. That’s why we are part of the working group...
NSW Government support for lockdown affected businesses
Northern Rivers businesses hit hard by COVID-19 restrictions are urged to take advantage of an additional $3.9 billion in funding announced by the NSW Government. This economic support package will provide ongoing assistance to businesses and individuals affected by...
RDA National Forum – June 15-17 2021
RDA NR Deputy Chair Dr Susan Vinnicombe and Director of Regional Development Tim Williamson left the sunny climes of Northern Rivers to attend the RDA National Forum in Canberra June 15-17, 2021. Assistant Minister, Nola Marino hosted the event in conjunction with the...
Government Consultations
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) consultations Online marketplace surveys - Small Businesses and Consumers The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is surveying small businesses and consumers about their experiences and views...
Government Consultations
2021 Telecommunications non-discrimination guidelines The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission invites comment on their proposal to update guidelines for the statutory provisions that prohibit NBN Co and other access providers from engaging in conduct that...
