Developing an eyre of prosperity

Regional Development Australia Whyalla and Eyre Peninsula Inc is part of a national network of 55 regional development agencies which have been established as part of a national initiative in 2009. The benefits of the new regional framework strengthen the partnership between all three levels of government – local, state and federal.

Regional Development Australia Whyalla and Eyre Peninsula (RDAWEP) has the benefit of being established through the amalgamation of Eyre Regional Development Board and Whyalla Economic Development Board. Both boards have a proven track record in gaining a strong reputation in supporting and driving regional development for their communities over the past two decades.

 This experience and local intelligence underpins RDAWEP. It is also an invaluable resource im helping to gain the recognition of success in the delivery of results that benefit both industry and the community.

Regional Development Australia Whyalla and Eyre Peninsula is an incorporated association operating as an independent autonomous body. The Board is uniquely placed to facilitate strategic economic and regional development initiatives across the entire region of the Eyre Peninsula.

RDAWEP is supported through a cooperative arrangement with the State Government and 11 local council members by way of a four year resource agreement, and a direct contract with the federal government for the period ending June 2012. This partnership is a key strength that provides a direct linkage to key agencies across all levels of government.

Whilst governments provide the core funding to the operations of the Board the organisation will attract and leverage funding for the delivery of high priority projects and service contracts that will provide long term benefits to the region.

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