Regional Australia Institute

We believe in a more prosperous #RegionalAus, for the benefit of all Australians.

It's time to #RebalanceTheNation

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Regional voices need a seat - in fact, 40% of the seats at national decision-making tables across private and public sectors.

It’s time for regional Australians to be heard, represented, and leading the conversations that define our nation’s future.

#40ForTheRegions

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The 'Towards Net Zero – Building a Legacy' report was funded by the Australian, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australian, Victorian and Western Australian Governments.

#EnrichingCommunities #GrowingRegions #EmpoweringRegions #RegionalAus

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Today we launched our landmark report: Towards Net Zero – Building a Legacy.

The report introduces the Regional Energy and Legacy Deal, a framework to ensure Australia’s renewable energy transition delivers lasting benefits for regional communities.

🔗https://t.co/0u6Z3Bq3Ap

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The RAI are partnered with @NBN_Australia to support regional and remote businesses driving digital innovation.

Apply now 👇

https://t.co/ILxD5oRiIP

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Applications for #InnovateWithNBN Grants are open until 12 Oct!

See how past winners have used digital innovation to uplift regional communities

💰 $125K in grants across 7 categories
🏆 $20K Champion Award
✅ Must be connected to the nbn network

Could your business be next?

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Register now 👇

https://t.co/e2QCTCLpu7

Thanks to our national event sponsor @NBN_Australia for their generous support of the Regions Rising National Summit

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Did you know that incomes in Remote / Very Remote Aus are up to 13.6% higher than in major cities after housing costs?

+50% - Machinery Operators
+35% - Technicians & Trades

At the Summit we’re shifting the conversation from workforce gaps to strategic, place-based solutions.

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📅 7–8 Oct | Canberra

Register now 👇

https://t.co/e2QCTCLpu7

Thanks to our national event sponsor @NBN_Australia for their generous support of the Regions Rising National Summit.

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Regional growth is already happening, but housing, infrastructure & planning must catch up.

🏘️ Rental vacancies are low
📍 Councils are stretched
🚀 Migration is booming

At the National Summit, we’re reimagining how Australia plans for the future, with regions at the centre.

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🔗 https://t.co/XUBhfRWYbQ

Regions Rising is proudly supported by our National Series Partner, @nbn_Australia

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How do we ensure safe, secure & affordable housing in every regional community?

Join us at #RegionsRisingVIC on 22 Aug @ Federation Uni Gippsland!

🎤 Hear from leading voices in housing and regional development
📢 Plus: Launch of RAI’s bold new housing report.

Register now 👇

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Be in the room where regional action takes shape. Join us to reimagine the future of regional Australia.

https://t.co/e2QCTCLpu7

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We’re asking big questions about the future of #RegionalAus and the energy transition is one of the biggest.

Joining this conversation at the National Summit is Tony Mahar, Australia’s Energy Infrastructure Commissioner and a long-time advocate for sustainability in the regions.

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Access the full report 👇

https://t.co/aGdbBtgB2B

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Regional Labour Market by the numbers – June 2025

🧑‍💼 Job vacancies fell 1.6% across regional areas
📊 Labour force size held firm at 5.06 million
📉 Participation rate is 60.1%

The report also features a case on Streaky Bay, SA - Read the full report to find out more👇

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When Timber Creek was cut off by floods for 3+ weeks, Raine & Tristram Holcombe stepped up, flying in supplies, helping neighbours, & rebuilding their town 💪

Their story is a powerful example of the resilience in regional Australia. 👇

https://t.co/RyGjPNB0sb

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Join us to reimagine the future of regional Australia.

Register now: https://t.co/e2QCTCLpu7

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Regional Australia is on the front line of the net zero transition, if we get this right, our regions can lead the nation’s shift to a more sustainable future.

We’re bringing this conversation to forefront as we unpack what a just transition looks like for #RegionalAus

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Register now 👇

https://t.co/iJJSUTPicb

Regions Rising is proudly supported by our National Series Partner, @nbn_Australia

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Regions Rising Victoria is heading to Gippsland! Join us on 22 Aug for a forum tackling regional housing head-on.

🎤 Hear from Minister Harriet Shing on the Big Housing Build
📘 Answering the Call for Regional Housing report launch
🤝 Connect with leaders driving change