Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island

14/09/2026

What should the future of Strathalbyn and its surrounding areas look like?

The draft Strathalbyn and Surrounds Town Plan is now open for community feedback. The plan considers future growth, development and environmental protection, and this is your opportunity to help shape what comes next.

You can provide feedback online or attend a community drop-in session at the Strathalbyn Town Hall:

📅 Wednesday, 16 September
⏰ 10am to 12pm and 4pm to 7pm

📅 Wednesday, 30 September
⏰ 10am to 12pm and 4pm to 7pm

Consultation closes Friday, 16 October.

Find out more and share your views: https://buff.ly/06vusoJ

10/09/2026

📰 Want to stay up to date with what’s happening across our region?

Our RDA Newsletter lands every Friday with the latest regional news, grants, workshops, events and opportunities.

Subscribe here and stay in the loop 👇
🔗 https://buff.ly/p7JUL5t

06/09/2026

🟢 FREE Business Mentoring for Drought-Affected Businesses 🟢

If you're a small or family business in Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu or Kangaroo Island feeling the impact of drought, help is here. Get a FREE 2.5 hour 1:1 mentoring session covering anything from cash flow and marketing to succession planning and cyber security.

Eligible businesses: hold a current ABN, are based in SA, employ under 20 FTE staff (or are family owned), and are impacted by drought.

Apply now: https://buff.ly/cIrvrp0

03/09/2026

📰 New week, new edition! Our RDA Newsletter drops every Friday, packed with the latest news, grants, workshops and opportunities you don't want to miss. Subscribe now to stay in the loop! 🔗 https://buff.ly/p7JUL5t

01/09/2026

🎉 The Innovate with nbn Grants Program is officially OPEN!

If you're running a digital business in regional or remote Australia, now's your chance to apply for funding that could take your idea further.

✅ $15,000 available per category
✅ $20,000 Champion Award for the standout entry
✅ 7 categories: including AgTech, health, arts, tourism, and women in regional business

Backing ideas that use the nbn network to boost digital participation and grow local economies.

Applications are open now ➡️ https://buff.ly/IxlVVFF

28/08/2026

🚀 Innovate with nbn Grants Program is coming!

Got a digital business idea that could transform regional or remote Australia? This is your moment.

💰 $15,000 per category
🏆 $20,000 Champion Award for the standout entry

Apply across 7 categories: AgTech, health, arts, tourism, women in regional business and more.

This program backs ideas using the nbn network to boost digital participation and grow local economies.

📅 Applications open Tuesday, 1 September 2026

Full details ➡️ https://buff.ly/IxlVVFF

25/08/2026

TAFE SA is opening the door to 2027! 🎓

Applications for Semester 1, 2027 are OPEN NOW, with courses at Mount Barker and Victor Harbor, or online for our friends on KI and in more remote parts of the region.

There's something for everyone: business, IT, mining, education, health & aged care, hospitality & tourism, and more. Some courses are even fee-free, so it's worth having a look!

And don't forget, nominations are open for the 2026 TAFE SA Honour Awards, honouring graduates doing amazing things across eight categories.

Know a TAFE grad who deserves a shout-out? Nominate them today 👇
Nominate a graduate ➡️ https://buff.ly/Oj1Un2S

23/08/2026

🏟️ GRANT FUNDING OPPORTUNITY | NOW OPEN for the Community Recreation and Sport Facilities Program!

Not-for-profit sport clubs, associations and councils can register interest in funding from $5,000 up to $750,000 to build or upgrade active recreation and sport facilities.

Funded projects can include:
✅ Playing surface upgrades
✅ New or improved changerooms
✅ Better sport and safety lighting
✅ Water and energy efficiency upgrades

📅 Applications close Friday 4 September 2026
➡️ Full details in the link below https://buff.ly/ctjlcPt

20/08/2026

TODAY IS THE FINAL DAY TO APPLY | It’s easy to put growth on the back burner, but investing in your skills is the best thing you can do for your career and region. Apply to join the Inspired Leadership 2026 cohort today.

👉 Secure your place: rdahc.com.au/now-open
⏳ APPLICATIONS CLOSE TODAY: FRIDAY | 21 AUG 2026

Adelaide Hills Council
Alexandrina Council
City of Onkaparinga
City of Victor Harbor
District Council of Yankalilla
Mount Barker District Council
Kangaroo Island Council

18/08/2026

Strong regional communities are built by people who care about making a real difference.

Inspired Leadership isn't a typical corporate training course. It’s a modern, hands-on program designed for real life in our region. It is built around five key areas: global change, wellbeing, cultural awareness, social responsibility, and diversity.

Whether you're leading a local team, running a business, or stepping up in your community for the first time, this program gives you the skills, connections, and confidence to take the lead.

👉 Everything you need to know (and how to apply): https://buff.ly/xFLvTjT
⏳ APPLICATIONS CLOSE THIS FRIDAY | 21 AUG 2026

Unlock your leadership potential with Inspired Leadership 2026. Amplify your impact, and thrive in an inclusive, supportive environment.