During daylight savings, all of us in Riverina Water’s supply area need to abide by Stage 1 water restrictions.
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The Federal Government has recently announced a $1.2 billion wage subsidy program to boost apprenticeship and traineeship commencements.
Read MoreRegional businesses that can increase employment by expanding production lines or relocate operations to regional NSW from interstate or overseas will have access to support grants of up to $10 million under a new program designed to create more jobs across the state.
Read MoreThree organisations responsible for driving agricultural innovation will come together again this year to celebrate National Agriculture Day, a day dedicated to highlighting the extraordinary efforts of Australian farmers who, during COVID-19, have had our back, continuing to grow the food and fibre we all depend on.
Read MoreRegional Development Australia (RDA) is a national network of Committees made up of local leaders who work with all levels of government, business and community groups to support the economic development of their regions.
Read MoreWe are seeking a highly-motivated leader with vision, drive and passion for regional development to volunteer to our Chair Regional Development Australia (RDA) Riverina committee.
Read MoreAs summer approaches rural communities in the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area are being reminded to choose a safe place to beat the heat, and not to take the risk of swimming in irrigation channels.
Murrumbidgee Irrigation (MI) Chief Executive Officer, Brett Jones, said with most major channels across the MIA now automated, regulator gates are controlled remotely meaning flows and conditions can change quickly.
Read MoreThe Regional Australia Institute (RAI) has officially launched the Regional Activators Alliance (RAA) – a new body designed to help create its National Awareness Campaign aimed at driving population to the regions.
Read MoreBusinesses across the state will have a chance to boost their company profile and demonstrate their resilience in the face of adversity with submissions now open for the 2020 Premier’s NSW Export Awards.
Read MoreRelocation Assistance to Take Up a Job (RATTUAJ) is an Australian Government program that assists eligible participants to relocate to take up an offer of employment. Relocation assistance helps participants accept work outside of their area by removing the financial barriers that can prevent people relocating.
Read MoreThe NSW Government will fund 12 Diploma of Event Management scholarships to help upskill and create more job opportunities for those living in regional communities across the state.
Read MoreSports leadership roles exist in all levels of sport, from small community clubs to large international organisations. To help create diverse and inclusive workplaces in sport, there is a need to understand what prevents or encourages women from culturally diverse backgrounds to be a leader.
Read MoreEconomic Development Australia (EDA) is seeking trainers to deliver the EDA National Economic Development Education and Training Program in cities and regions across Australia.
Read MoreAcreage can be rewarding but people need to have the skills and knowledge to look after their land and animals properly, so the great Aussie dream does not turn into a nightmare.
Local Land Services has responded to this need by releasing a toolkit of new and updated resources to help people successfully make the shift to country life.
Read MoreEverymind is pleased to announce the launch of the new Ahead for Business digital hub which supports small businesses to be mentally healthy.
Funded by the Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources, the hub has been has been developed with and for small business, providing tailored resources, peer support, check-ups and personalised action plans and showcases their experiences through podcasts, videos, blogs and case studies.
Read MoreAbout 700 new safe places for women and children escaping domestic violence will be built across the country under the Government’s $60 million Safe Places initiative for new and expanded emergency accommodation.
Read MoreRDA Riverina is pleased to be a member of the South West Slopes Forestry Hub (the Hub).
The Hub was established to identify the constraints and impediments confronting the softwood industry in this region and potential opportunities to address those issues. It is part of the Australian government’s National Forest Industries Plan (a billion trees for jobs and growth program).
Read MoreOn 18th September 2020, the Prime Minister and the Minister for Health announced that millions of Australians will continue to receive medical care and support in their own homes with more than $2 billion to extend a range of COVID-19 health measures for a further six months, to 31 March 2021.
Read MoreThe Australian Government is supporting the next generation of energy technologies with an extra $1.62 billion for the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to invest, as well as expanding the focus of ARENA and the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) to back new technologies that will cut emissions in agriculture, manufacturing, industry and transport.
Read MoreThe University of Canberra Regional Wellbeing team invites everyone to participate in this year’s Regional Wellbeing Survey. By participating, you help make a difference to communities across Australia, as well as being eligible to enter their prize draws to win one of 29 prizes worth a total of $9,200.
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