The Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA) is taking its 2026 Social Enterprise Summit & Festival beyond Sydney, with a new regional roadshow bringing businesses, community leaders and social...
Events
Review upcoming events by RDA Sydney, our regions and other thought leaders
Upcoming Events
Local Land Services Demonstration Farm Open Day – Richmond
Discover the latest in agricultural innovation, sustainable farming and land management at the Greater Sydney Local Land Services Demonstration Farm Open Day. Bringing together producers, landholders, researchers and...
Skilled visa pathways and migration updates
The Business, Industry and Regional Outreach (BIRO) Health team will host a free online information session for health sector employers and organisations seeking to address workforce shortages through skilled...
Ageing Well in Regional Communities Roundtable
Regional Development Australia Southern NSW & ACT (RDASNA) will bring together leaders from government, health, aged care, housing, planning, community and industry to explore how regional communities can better...
Orana Outlook Forum
The Orana Outlook Forum is back! Each year RDA Orana brings together the people shaping its region to take a hard look at the challenges and a bold look at the opportunities ahead. This year they're tackling the big...
ManufactHER Showcase
Discover how the Central Coast manufacturing sector is creating stronger pathways for women and building more inclusive, future-ready workplaces at the ManufactHER Showcase. Led by Central Coast Group Training (CCGT)...
Past Events
Central West Is Best Photo Competition 2026
What makes a place feel like home? Entries are now open for Regional Development Australia Central West’s 2026 Central West Is Best Photo Competition, inviting photographers to capture the people, places and everyday...
Australian National Field Days Ladies Lunch 2026 – Central West NSW
The annual ANFD Ladies Lunch returns this October, bringing together women from across business, industry and local government for an afternoon of connection, conversation and regional leadership. Presented by the...
Riverina Economic Development Officer Forum
Regional leaders, economic development professionals, government and industry will come together in Wagga Wagga this October to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the Riverina economy. Hosted by Regional...
An Evening with Dr Karl Kruszelnicki
Australia’s best-known science communicator is heading to Dubbo for a one-night-only event packed with curiosity, humour and big ideas. Dr Karl Kruszelnicki AM will share some of his favourite science stories, explore...
Small Towns, Big Impact: Economic Development Lessons from the Regions
Small towns across regional Australia are delivering big outcomes, often with limited resources, small teams and complex local challenges. Presented by Economic Development Australia and the SEGRA Foundation, this...
Regional Futures in Focus: Electrification of the Hume Highway
Australia’s freight future is changing, and it’s happening on the Hume Highway. Hosted by Regional Development Australia Murray, Regional Futures in Focus: Electrification of the Hume Highway will bring together...
Meet, Mingle and Connect in Temora Shire
RDA Riverina’s Meet, Mingle and Connect in Temora Shire will bring together local residents, community leaders and new essential worker families for a relaxed evening of connection and welcome. Held on Thursday 18 June...
Orana Youth Forum 2026
The Orana Youth Forum 2026 will bring together young people from across the region to explore future career pathways, training opportunities and the industries shaping regional NSW. Held on 20 August 2026 at Charles...
Employer Sponsored Visa Applications: Practical Webinar for Australian Businesses
The Department of Home Affairs, through its Business, Industry and Regional Outreach (BIRO) network, invites you to attend upcoming free information sessions on submitting decision ready employer nominations & visa...















