Regional Development Australia Tropical North in Cairns City | Non-profit organisation

Regional Development Australia Tropical North

Locality: Cairns City

Phone: +61 7 4041 1729

Address: Suite 12A, Ground Floor, The Conservatory, 12-14 Lake Street 4870 Cairns City, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.rdatropicalnorth.org.au

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25.01.2022 Start or build your career in the Community Services with this JOB MATCH event. If you are looking for a community services job or thinking of changing careers...this is for you!! Delivered in partnership with Boosting the Local Care Workforce and Back to Work Programs, LEARN about this growing Industry, HEAR from real employers about current job vacancies and FIND OUT how you can be considered for them by registering and developing your profile on Community Services Job Mat...ch. Join us on Tuesday 17 November from 9:30am to 11am. Register NOW: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZwpf-yqrzosGtW-Z7JMd9ANWN3duqdBG Community Services Industry Alliance Ltd

24.01.2022 WEBINAR TOMORROW: Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) Draft Rules Released for Public Consultation. AusTrade will be hosting a webinar at 1:30pm Friday 4 December to help you understand what these changes mean for you and your business and consider whether to make a submission. Follow the link below to register....... https://austrade.webex.com/austrade/j.php See more

23.01.2022 Manufacturing Modernisation Fund - Round 2 Webinar Applications for the Manufacturing Modernisation Fund Round 2 are now open.... The Manufacturing Modernisation Fund (MMF) is a key initiative of the Australian Government’s $1.5 billion Modern Manufacturing Strategy. Delivered by AusIndustry, the MMF is helping to modernise our manufacturing sector by stimulating business investment in new technologies and processes through co-funding capital investments. The Program Guidelines and Application Form can be found at: www.business.gov.au/mmf. Applications close 5pm AEDT (4pm Qld) on Thursday, 21 January. AusIndustry will be hosting a webinar to provide an overview of Round 2 of the Manufacturing Modernisation Fund, including eligibility requirements and key points from the assessment criteria. As well as general tips for presenting a strong application. Under Round 2, eligible projects must align with one or more of Australia’s six National Manufacturing Priorities, identified within the Strategy as targets areas where Australian manufacturing can achieve scale and generate future growth: resources technology & critical minerals processing food & beverage medical products recycling & clean energy defence space The Strategy aims to assist Australian manufacturers to scale-up, improve their competitiveness and create jobs for now and into the future. Further information about the Strategy is available at industry.gov.au. Date and time: Wednesday, 16 December 2020 12:00pm 1:00pm AEDT Register at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/manufacturing-modernisation

20.01.2022 REMINDER: Applications for the position of Chair close on Monday, 23 November For more information about the role of RDA Committees and Chairs, regional maps and how to apply, please visit www.rda.gov.au/join-your-rda. You can also contact the RDA team via phone 1800 505 938 (MonFri 9am5pm AEDT) or email [email protected]... Make a difference in regional Australia! www.rda.gov.au/join-your-rda

20.01.2022 RDATN Grants, Tenders and Opportunities.... Have you received the latest newsletter to your inbox? If not, read on for the latest tenders and for details on the AgriFutures Australia Horizon Scholarship that has just opened recently. https://us15.campaign-archive.com/

19.01.2022 EMDG CLOSING - 30 November!! Applications for businesses wishing to submit an Export Market Development Grants - EMDG application for the 2019-20 financial year will close at midnight (AEDT) Monday 30 November 2020. FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO:- Review the EMDG checklist and eligibility... Complete an online application FAQ's https://www.austrade.gov.au//Export/Apply/steps-to-follow If you’re unable to meet the deadline, an approved EMDG Quality Incentive Program (QIP) Consultant can lodge a claim on your behalf until midnight (AEDT) Tuesday 2 March 2021.

18.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE: Australian Government's Recommitment to RDA Tropical North (9 Nov 2020) The Australian Government recognises and commends the important ongoing work of the Regional Development Australia Network (RDA) in driving economic development and growth across regional Australia.... Assistant Minister for Regional Development and Territories, the Hon Nola Marino MP, yesterday announced the Australian Government’s recommitment to the RDA Network, including RDA Tropical North, under a new 4.5 year funding agreement and refreshed Charter. RDA Tropical North will continue to play an important role supporting the economic recovery of the region as it emerges from the COVID19. RDAs are a highly valued and respected network of volunteers and staff who drive economic development in our regions and provide critical intelligence back to the Australian Government about key issues impacting local communities, Mrs Marino said. READ ON for the FULL MEDIA RELEASE BELOW: https://www.rdatropicalnorth.org.au/media-release-australi/

16.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS: Queensland Senior Australian of the Year. RDA Tropical North send our best wishes and congratulations to Torres Strait Island Elder McRose Elu who at 75 years of age, is a tireless advocate for her community. She has an unwavering vision to bring about change to better the lives of children and families. ... McRose is committed to reconciliation and sharing the traditional practices of her people at local, state and federal levels. She was instrumental in negotiations to legally recognise the traditional customary adoption practices of Torres Strait Islander families, which led to the introduction of a landmark Bill to the Queensland Parliament. FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS INSPIRATIONAL QUEENSLANDER... https://www.rdatropicalnorth.org.au/congratulations-queens/

12.01.2022 NATIONAL HARVEST VIRTUAL JOBS FAIR Where job seekers, growers, employers and other agribusinesses can network and interact about the jobs on offer across Australia. Date: Thursday 19 November 2020... Time: 12.00 pm 4.00 pm AEST QLD Location: On your computer or tablet. It’s all online! Registration is free, but essential. Click on the link below to register. https://jobsfair.dese.gov.au/nationalharvest/register The virtual fair will allow you to chat with businesses online and discuss job opportunities and career options for harvest and agriculture jobs across Australia. There will also be online workshops throughout the day to help you find and secure your next role. Representatives from businesses will be online throughout the event to answer questions about the jobs on offer, so log-in and have a chat. Also, don’t forget to have your resumé handy on your device. You never know, you might be chatting to your next employer or find a job and be able to apply online on the day.

09.01.2022 WORKSHOPS: Digital Marketing with ASBAS Digital Solutions Qld and Social Butterfly Marketing (Nov / Dec) In these two-hour interactive sessions, Renee Dembowski will walk you through the steps to claim your Google ‘My Business’ or your Facebook Business Account. You will also learn how to audit these accounts, ensure they are set up correctly and receive an update on these ever changing platforms.... FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK YOUR SPACE https://www.rdatropicalnorth.org.au/workshops-digital-mark/

09.01.2022 MORE WELCOME NEWS FOR QUEENSLANDERS FROM THE STATE GOVERNMENT.... "UPDATED ROADMAP: Restrictions are changing in Queensland from 4pm, November 17. A careful easing restrictions as Queensland continues its recovery from the pandemic. From 4pm on Tuesday November 17:... Up to 50 people can gather in homes and public spaces across Queensland Person limits in indoor premises will increase from 1 person per 4 square metres to 1 person per 2 square metres Up to 200 people can attend weddings and funerals, and all guests can dance at weddings, both indoors and outdoors Seated, ticketed indoor events like theatre, live music, cinemas and sports can increase patron numbers from 50% to 100% Outdoor events can have up to 1,500 people attend with a COVID Safe Event Checklist. Open air stadiums can increase seated capacity from 75% to 100% with a COVID Safe Plan Outdoor dancing will be allowed, including at events like outdoor music festivals or in beer gardens Queenslanders have worked hard to stop the spread of the virus, which means we can enjoy more of our Queensland way of life and keep Queensland’s economic recovery plan moving forward." #covid19 See more

09.01.2022 READ ON for info on the Mobile Black Spot Program and other regional opportunities. https://mailchi.mp//rda-tropical-north-grants-tenders-and-

09.01.2022 IFAM Update.... Australian products are in high demand globally. Read on for an update on the latest flight schedules available for exporters for this Christmas/Summer season! FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW FOR FULL DETAILS...... https://www.rdatropicalnorth.org.au/ifam-support-continues/ See more

07.01.2022 SINE AQUA, NON EST VITA! Without water there is no life! Thank you to everyone who participated in RDA's Regional Water Summit in Mareeba yesterday. With special thanks to our attending Mayors - Cr Angela Toppin, Mareeba Shire Council, Cr Rod Marti, Tablelands Regional Council, Cr Bob Manning, Cairns Regional Council, Cr Peter Scott, Cook Shire Council and speakers. The message remains clear - securing a reliable and safe water supply for our towns and growers is paramount t...o the economic development and health of our region. For more information about RDA Water Summits visit https://www.rdatropicalnorth.org.au//rdatn-regional-water-

07.01.2022 RDATN Grants, Tenders and Opportunities (3 Nov 2020) Read on for this fortnight's update including details of the Regional Airports Program - Round Two just announced today by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications. AND....if you haven't already booked to attend the RDATN Regional Water Summit in Mareeba being held THIS Thursday, 5th November.....this is your last chance!... Follow the link below for more details. https://mailchi.mp//rda-tropical-north-grants-tenders-and-

04.01.2022 BUILDING BETTER REGIONS FUND - BBRF ROUND FIVE OPENING - 12 January 2021 | CLOSING - 5 March 2021... The $1.04 billion Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF) supports the Australian Government’s commitment to: - drive economic growth - build stronger regional communities into the future. Two streams will open in January. -Infrastructure Projects with $100m dedicated to tourism related infrastructure projects. -Community Investments FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW FOR MORE INFO... https://us15.campaign-archive.com/

04.01.2022 Imagine waking up each day in a tropical paradise where the reef and rainforest are your playgrounds? Now the borders are down why not escape to God’s Count...ry, help out our farmers, earn some cash and kick back and enjoy the very best of the Cairns and Far North Queensland lifestyle Better still . . . if you relocate to take up short-term agricultural work you may be eligible to receive up to $6000 if your are an Aussie or $2000 if you're a visa holder with general work rights You never know, you might love our part of the world that much, you’ll end up staying a lifetime For further information check out: www.harvesttrail.gov.au

01.01.2022 The RDATN board held its monthly meeting in Port Douglas today. We had a very productive meeting with Mayor Kerr and his team followed by presentations from two... exciting local projects. We were fortunate to meet with the team at Mossman Mill and enjoyed a tour of the operations. I have to say notwithstanding Covid there is a certain vitality and positive energy in Douglas . See more