Regional Development Australia Wheatbelt Inc

Regional Development Australia Wheatbelt Inc (RDA Wheatbelt) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to actively shaping the future of the Wheatbelt region in Western Australia. It operates by collaborating with the three levels of government, supporting 42 local governments, and engaging with various stakeholders and the broader community. The organisation focuses on a wide range of regional activities including economic development, community initiatives, education, health, aged and disability care, infrastructure, agriculture, small business, transport, and manufacturing.

Mission and Vision

The vision of RDA Wheatbelt is to actively shape the future of the Wheatbelt region. To achieve this, its mission is to collaborate across communities, advocate with key decision makers, and harness innovation to create local opportunity, growth, and impact. The organisation serves as the Wheatbelt’s local voice to the Federal Government, facilitating social and economic development.

Main Objectives

• Drive economic growth, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the region
• Facilitate investment in community, industry, and the environment
• Support local governments and community groups in accessing funding and advancing strategic priorities
• Promote decarbonisation and the transition to a net zero economy
• Build evidence for economic development, including diversification strategies
• Enhance engagement across all three levels of government to improve regional outcomes
• Support gender equality and meaningful engagement with diverse communities, including First Nations people

Benefiting Groups

• Local governments within the Wheatbelt region
• Community members and groups
• Small businesses and industry groups
• Educational institutions and students
• Health, aged care, and disability service providers
• State and Federal government agencies

Services and Activities

• Providing advice and connections to funding programs
• Supporting grant applications and matching projects to funding streams
• Partnering with small businesses to leverage opportunities
• Operating University Study Hubs that offer free access to study facilities, IT support, and student assistance
• Collecting and sharing regional data and intelligence to support investment decisions
• Facilitating communication and partnerships between government, business, and community sectors
• Promoting initiatives in infrastructure, telecommunications, agriculture, manufacturing, and transport