Our Role
Championing Queensland's Regions
Regional Development Australia (RDA) Brisbane is part of a national network of community-led organisations that work across government, industry and community sectors to support strong, resilient and prosperous regional economies throughout Australia. Funded by the Australian Government, RDAs bring local insights to national priorities, facilitate strategic investment, and act as trusted partners to identify opportunities, address challenges and attract economic activity in regional communities. (Read the RDA Charter here.)
As a capital city RDA, RDA Brisbane has a statewide remit: we connect city-based stakeholders — including businesses, investors, policymakers and institutions — with the regional RDA network to promote opportunities and help drive economic growth across all Queensland regions. Through advocacy, facilitation and strategic engagement, RDA Brisbane strengthens the links between the capital and regional Queensland, amplifying regional voices in capital-city decision making and promoting outcomes that benefit communities across the state.
Advocating for Regions
Advocating for pro-regional policies, planning and decentralization opportunities to capital city stakeholders and state/territory governments.
Connecting Stakeholders
Connecting city-based businesses, international trade partners and investors with opportunities in regional areas, such as business relocation, expansion or job opportunities.
Facilitating Economic Development
Identifying opportunities to improve economic, employment and trade linkages between cities and regions, and attracting investment to regional areas.
Providing Regional Intelligence
Contributing relevant data and local insights to inform regional development strategies, program design, and policy responses for all three levels of government.
Promoting Government Programs
Raising awareness of government grant programs and initiatives that can benefit regional communities and support stakeholders in developing project proposals.
Aligning Strategic Efforts
Implementing strategic plans that help align efforts across different levels of government to identify catalytic projects that support regional economic growth.
