Regional Development Australia Southern NSW and ACT

03/11/2026

📱 Still dropping out? You're not alone.

Yesterday, our CEO Olivia West (ACEcD) joined ABC Radio South East's Eddie Williams to discuss the ongoing challenges regional communities face with mobile phone coverage and reliability.

The interview comes as the ACCC conducts its public inquiry into Australia's mobile services market, examining regional coverage, competition and whether wholesale mobile services should be regulated.

At RDA Southern NSW & ACT, we have already received 102 responses to our mobile connectivity poll, with residents, businesses and community organisations across Southern NSW and the ACT sharing their experiences of mobile blackspots, unreliable service and connectivity challenges.

🎧 Hear the full interview (from the 37:00 minute mark): https://lnkd.in/emiDER64

📢 Haven't completed the survey yet? There's still time.
Our poll closes on 13 November and we would like to hear from as many people as possible - survey link is in the comments below.

03/11/2026

https://events.humanitix.com/ageing-well-roundtable

The Future of Ageing in Regional Communities Starts Here!

How do we ensure people can continue living, working and thriving in the communities they call home?

Join regional leaders, policymakers, service providers and community organisations as we tackle the challenges and opportunities facing our ageing population.

📆 25 November 2026
📍 Ann Harding Conference Centre, University of Canberra
🎟 Secure your place at the roundtable today - see the link in the comments below.

03/11/2026

Wombat Residents!

Our next Community BBQ is from 5pm on Wednesday 11 November at the Wombat Sport and Recreation Oval 🥩⚡️

Recognising the importance of inclusivity across the entire Local Government Area (LGA), the barbeques provide an avenue for residents living outside the townships of Young, Harden, and Boorowa to voice their concerns and priorities directly to Councillors and Executive staff.

Council's Biosecurity Officers will also be on hand to provide advice on the responsibilities of rural landholders under the Biosecurity Act 2015.

See you there! 🌭🏡😊

02/11/2026

The Future of Ageing in Regional Communities Starts Here!

How do we ensure people can continue living, working and thriving in the communities they call home?

Join regional leaders, policymakers, service providers and community organisations as we tackle the challenges and opportunities facing our ageing population.

📆 25 November 2026
📍 Ann Harding Conference Centre, University of Canberra
🎟 Secure your place at the roundtable today - see the link in the comments below.

02/11/2026

🎤 Meet Our First Speaker: Courtney Love

What does it take to create regional communities where people can age well, stay connected and continue to thrive?

Join us on 25 November to hear from Courtney Love, Regional Development Manager at RDA Southern NSW & ACT, as she shares her insights into one of the most important conversations facing regional Australia.

With extensive experience across public policy, stakeholder engagement, aged care reform, disability advocacy and regional development. At Informing Action on Ageing Well, Courtney will explore the role of data-informed planning and why collaboration between government, industry and communities is critical to supporting older Australians in regional areas.

🎟 Tickets are limited and selling fast. Don't miss your chance to be part of the conversation driving real action across Southern NSW & ACT.

📅 25 November 2026
📍 University of Canberra, Ann Harding Conference Centre

🔗 Secure your place today, see the link in the comments below to register now!

Proudly sponsored by Warrigal

31/10/2026

These aren’t just aged care questions.

They’re regional development questions.

How do we attract and retain a workforce to support an ageing population? How do we ensure our regional communities remain connected, healthy and thriving? What infrastructure, services and partnerships will be needed for the future?

Join leaders, industry experts, service providers and community stakeholders at the Ageing Well in Regional Communities Roundtable as we explore the challenges and opportunities shaping our region's future.

⏳ Tickets are filling fast and places are limited.

👉 Secure your seat today - see the link in the comments.
Proudly sponsored by: Warrigal

30/10/2026

🎧 Can regional Australia become the best place to grow older?

That's the question explored by our CEO, Olivia West, in the latest Regional Champions podcast. https://youtu.be/j-0OskJ-NGY?si=INmckr7mGWEE2YvN

From healthcare and transport to housing affordability and workforce shortages, the conversation highlights the opportunities and challenges facing older Australians living in regional communities.

These issues affect all of us, whether we are planning for our own future, supporting ageing family members, delivering services, or helping shape our communities.

That's why we are bringing people together from across industries and sectors at the Ageing Well in Regional Communities Roundtable on 25 November in Canberra.

✅ Listen to the podcast
✅ Join the conversation and register 👇️
✅ Help shape practical solutions for Southern NSW & ACT

🎟️ Tickets are limited - check out our linktree in our bio to register.

Proudly sponsored by Warrigal.

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28/10/2026

📢 October 2026 Regional Update | Out Now

From ageing and community wellbeing to infrastructure, connectivity and sustainability, our latest Regional Update is packed with stories and opportunities shaping Southern NSW and the ACT.

In this edition:
🎟️ Have you booked your place at the Ageing Well in Regional Communities Roundtable? Tickets are limited, so don't wait.
👋 Meet our new Regional Development Manager, Olympia Yarger.
☀️ Learn about the Senate Hearing into Reuse Solar Panels.
📱 Complete our Mobile Service Poll. It takes just one minute and helps inform regional advocacy.
📰 Plus, catch up on the latest regional news, events, grants and opportunities.

Stay informed and connected with what's happening across our region.

📖 Read the October Regional Update:
https://mailchi.mp/rdasna.org.au/regionalupdateoct26

28/10/2026

🌻 Looking for a reason to explore the region this spring? 🌿

From race days to live music and a little country action, there’s plenty happening across our communities.

🏇 B**g B**g Picnic Races — Bowral
📅 20 November
A classic Southern Highlands day out — trackside atmosphere, country racing and a chance to soak up the local community.

🎶 Bundanoon Folk Festival — Bundanoon
📅 20–22 November
Three days of music, arts, performance and community, set throughout the beautiful village of Bundanoon.

🤠 Yass Rodeo — Yass
📅 21 November
A true country experience with all the excitement, energy and community spirit of rodeo day.

Whether you're visiting for the weekend, thinking about a tree change or already lucky enough to call the region home — come for the fun, stay for the community.