Regional Development Australia (RDA) Tasmania is an organisation dedicated to driving economic, social, and environmental development across the state of Tasmania. 

Formed through a partnership between the Australian Government, the Tasmanian Government, and local governments, RDA Tasmania operates under a national charter to address regional development challenges and opportunities. The Strategic Regional Plan focuses on leveraging Tasmania's unique strengths and addressing key issues such as workforce development, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. The plan emphasises community leadership, economic potential, social inclusion, and climate change adaptation to ensure balanced and sustainable regional development.

RDA Tasmania facilitates growth by:



  • Bringing people together and building strong relationships.

  • Enabling action by laying the groundwork needed for progress.

  • Influence by driving initiatives through collaboration.

  • Incubate and embed by leading projects and taking direct action when necessary.



This multifaceted approach ensures that RDA Tasmania can effectively support and enhance the state's regional communities in various capacities. 

Strategic Regional Plan for Tasmania 2023

This Strategic Regional Plan (SRP) has been prepared by Regional Development Australia Tasmania (RDAT). It is a Plan for Strategic Regional Priorities for Tasmania, and reflects the vision of the Australian Government, the Tasmanian State Government and Local Governments in Tasmania.

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Look who is back!!! We’re pleased to welcome back @annawilliams______ to the RDA Tasmania team as a Regional Coordinator Specialist. Anna is a seasoned Economic Development and Town Planning professional with a keen interest in tourism, marketing,……

We’re pleased to welcome Nicci Skerl to the RDA Tasmania team as a Regional Coordinator and WRSP Project Officer. Nicci is a values-driven people leader with extensive experience across community services, education, and not-for-profit……

We are delighted to welcome Cheryl Gray to the RDA Tasmania Board! Cheryl is a global marketing professional with 20 years of experience working internationally for large telecommunications companies. Having returned recently to Australia to……

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We’re pleased to welcome 3 new faces to the RDA Tasmania team as the new Digital Uplift Project Officers who have commenced this month to roll out the Digital Uplift Program in partnership with @telstra - Joe Robinson - Nathan Wynder - Trish……