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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Welcome Will Charlton to the RDA Tasmania Board! We’re delighted to welcome Will Charlton, a strategic communications leader with extensive experience in stakeholder engagement across government and major infrastructure projects. Will is currently……

Welcome Sarah Jones to the RDA Tasmania Board! We’re excited to welcome Sarah, a highly experienced facilitator and strategic connector based on a small farming property in northwest Tasmania. With a background spanning government, clean energy,……

Welcome Andrew Kneebone to the RDA Tasmania Board! We’re pleased to welcome Andrew, a highly experienced executive whose leadership has shaped major utilities and infrastructure projects across Australia. Most recently CEO of Tasmanian Irrigation,……

👏 Congratulations to our team member Elizabeth Youd on completing the Community Services Tasmanian Leaders Program! Over the eight-week journey, Liz joined a cohort of inspiring women committed to driving positive change across Tasmania. The……

Welcome Mikaela Carroll to the RDA Tasmania Board! We're delighted to welcome Mikaela — a passionate advocate for regional communities, with demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, economic development, and community-led……