Working with RDA

RDA is a national network of 55 committees made up of local leaders who work with all levels of government, business and community groups to support the development of their regions.

RDA committees are a vital link between the regions and the Australian Government, and the Department of Regional Australia, Local Government, Arts and Sport is leading this agenda for the Australian Government.

More information on RDA committees can be found on the Who we are and What we do pages.

Expressions of Interest (EoIs) for the Australian Capital Territory, Northern Territory and Victoria are now being sought.

Applications for the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory are encouraged by Friday 24 February 2012. Applications for Victoria are encouraged by Monday 5 March 2012.

Further information about the EoI process is available in the:

• Information Handbook - [DOC: 714 KB], and
• Code of Conduct - [DOC: 139 KB].

EoIs can be submitted by:

• completing the online EoI form, or
• downloading the hardcopy EoI form - [DOC: 169 KB].

For additional information or to have an Information Handbook and EoI form mailed to you, please contact 1800 505 938 or email rdaeoi@regional.gov.au

More information on RDA in your state:

ACT
NT
VICTORIA
Other States

AUSTRALIAN CAPTIAL TERRITORY

RDA ACT is the single committee for the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and is supported by a partnership between the Australian and ACT Governments.

The RDA ACT Regional Plan acknowledges the importance of the ACT and Canberra's three dimensions - as a city in its own right, as the nation's capital, and in its role as a hub of the region.  RDA ACT's scope of operations is focussed on the ACT, but it has a close working relationship with surrounding local governments in New South Wales, and with the Australian Government , in order to progress mutually beneficial outcomes for stakeholders and residents in the ACT and the greater South East NSW region.

RDA ACT has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in place with RDA Southern Inland, which encompasses all of the NSW local government areas surrounding the ACT. Under the MOU, both RDA committees work collaboratively in areas of mutual interest - with a particular focus on economic development, the environment and education.  

Further information can be found at the ACT Government Chief Minister and Cabinet Directorate or the RDA ACT website.

VICTORIA

RDA committees in Victoria comprise local leaders with broad and diverse skills and experience, as well as demonstrated networks within their region. Committee members are individuals who understand the challenges, opportunities and priorities within their local community. In Victoria, these committees work in partnership with Regional Development Victoria and the Regional Managers Forum, ensuring integrated and aligned arrangements for regional engagement and economic development in the state and regional communities.

In Victoria, RDA committees:

• work closely with regional organisations and local governments to identify regional and cross regional priorities
• support the Murray-Darling Basin draft plan consultation process
• support the transition process to a low carbon economy in the Latrobe Valley
• provide independent advice to the three levels of Government on regional development priorities, and
• focus on informing and influencing key partners' and other organisations' service and project delivery

Further information can be found at the Regional Development Victoria website.

NORTHERN TERRITORY

RDA Northern Territory is a single committee which covers the whole of the Northern Territory, including the Tiwi Islands and Groote Eylandt. The Northern Territory comprises six regions around local government boundaries, Darwin, Palmerston, Litchfield and surrounds; the Tiwi Islands; East Arnhem; Katherine and the Roper Gulf Region; Tennant Creek and the Barkly region; Alice Springs and Central Desert region.

RDA Northern Territory has been undertaking a broad range of initiatives to support its Regional Plans priorities for sustainable economic development following the five key themes across the Northern Territory. 

RDA Northern Territory has a cooperative relationship with the Northern Territory Government, which is outlined in a Memorandum of Understanding, along with a strong working relationship with the Local Government Association of Northern Territory. These relationships ensure integrated and aligned arrangements for regional engagement and economic development across the Northern Territory.

New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania and Western Australia EOIs

EOI Appointments for Tasmania and Western Australia have been finalised.

EOI Appointments for New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia are in progress.

All applicants submitting an EoI for RDA committees are notified of the outcome. If you continue to be interested in contributing to regional development by joining an RDA committee you may submit an EoI to be considered for future vacancies.