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Regional Development Australia
Barossa Gawler Light Adelaide Plains

Local people creating local opportunities.

We’re a non-government and non-profit organisation part of a national network. We work with businesses and communities to sustainably grow our regional economy and create more liveable communities.

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Phone: (08) 8563 3603
Email: contact@barossa.org.au
Visit: Suite 3, Chateau North Offices,
Beckwith Business Park,
30-38 Tanunda Road, Nuriootpa SA 5355
Opening Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm Monday to Friday.
We are closing December 20 – January 2

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Projects & Programs

B2B Support Program

Want to grow your business? Get advice and subsidised referrals to local professionals who understand our region. Join now

Barossa Regional University Campus

FREE campus-style facilities and support to all higher education students – no matter where you study. Register free

Regional Leadership Program

A course comprised of 7 sessions that will equip people with the skills, knowledge, and connections to lead our community. Learn more

Latest News & Events

Empowered Leaders Program Graduation

21 Local Community Leaders Graduate the Empowered Leaders Program

Adelaide Plains, Barossa, Community, Events, Gawler, Leadership Program, Light, News, Success StoriesBy Nathan@barossa.org.au 27/03/2025

21 people from across our region have graduated a course to build leadership capability, grow networks and support community development.

Barossa Village is transforming outdoor areas through a resident-led co-design project launched in 2025.The redesign includes raised garden beds, accessible footpaths, sensory planting, social seating, and native landscaping to promote wellbeing and sustainability. A community mosaic will also be created by local artist Kate Ahlfors. Landscape planning is being delivered by Design By Emma.

Barossa Village Showcases the Power of Co-Design in Aged Care

Barossa, Community, Housing, Investment, News, SustainabilityBy Nathan@barossa.org.au 26/03/2025

Barossa Village is transforming outdoor areas through a resident-led co-design project launched in 2025.

For young people working in Barossa viticulture, the 2025 Next Crop leadership program offers a unique opportunity to develop skills that will shape the future of the industry.Launched by the Grape Barossa committee 15 years ago,Next Crop has built a strong legacy, with many of its 68 alumni now in leadership positions across family and corporate viticulture. The program’s success has led to Wine Australia funding.

Barossa’s 2025 Next Crop: Applications Now Open

Barossa, Education, News, Wine, YouthBy Nathan@barossa.org.au 26/03/2025

2025 Next Crop leadership program offers opportunities for young people working in Barossa viticulture

The South Australian Government has released its Greater Adelaide Regional Plan (the Plan) which identifies where 315,000 new homes will be built over the next 30 years and preserves important land for future infrastructure requirements. The Plan ensures enough land will be preserved for future hospitals, roads, public transport, schools, and emergency services. Spanning approximately 11,000 square kilometres from Cape Jervis to Murray Bridge, taking in the townships of the Barossa and the boundary of Port Wakefield, the Greater Adelaide region is currently home to around 1.5 million people, approximately 85 per cent of the state’s population. The Plan is Australia’s first fully digital regional plan.

Greater Adelaide Regional Plan

Government, Housing, Infrastructure, Investment, News, SustainabilityBy Nathan@barossa.org.au 26/03/2025

The South Australian Government has released its Greater Adelaide Regional Plan, which identifies where 315,000 new homes will be built over the next 30 years and preserves important land for future infrastructure requirements.

Northern Adelaide Plains Food Cluster Disaster Risk Project is protecting South Australia’s food bowl by mapping risks and strengthening emergency preparedness across key production zones. The Disaster Risk Project collects ground-level data on cropping patterns, farm infrastructure, water access, and supply chains. This information will support agencies with more accurate, real-time decision-making tools, including a new interactive mapping platform.

Disaster Risk Project

Adelaide Plains, Community, Government, Health, NewsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au 26/03/2025

Northern Adelaide Plains Food Cluster Disaster Risk Project is protecting South Australia’s food bowl by mapping risks and strengthening emergency preparedness

2024 Qantas Australian Tourism Award Winners

2024 Australian Tourism Awards: SA Winners from Our Region

Barossa, Business, News, Tourism, WineBy Nathan@barossa.org.au 26/03/2025

Two Barossa-based organisations have earned national recognition at the 2024 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards.

Barossa Village and Lifeline Partner on Free Mental Health Support

Barossa, Community, Health, NewsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au 26/03/2025

Barossa Village, Lifeline Regional SA and Far West NSW announced a major collaboration to deliver free, walk-in mental health support in the Barossa.

Barossa Creative Industries Centre Naming Survey

Barossa, Creative Industry, Government, Have your say, Infrastructure, Investment, News, ProjectsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au 26/03/2025

Council invites community input into the future name of a $17.1 million cultural centre in Tanunda.

Job Vacancy Economic Development Manager, Regional Development Australia Barossa Gawler Light Adelaide Plains

Job Vacancy: Economic Development Manager

Careers at RDA, NewsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au 21/03/2025

Reporting to the CEO, the Economic Development Manager plays a key role in delivering programs and initiatives that support regional businesses, attract investment, and drive economic development outcomes.

Wine Farm

Have your say: Twin Creek Wind Farm and Energy Storage Project

Barossa, Infrastructure, Investment, Light, News, SustainabilityBy Nathan@barossa.org.au 20/03/2025

Community consultation is for on The Twin Creek Wind Farm and Energy Storage Project, a proposed renewable energy development near Kapunda.

B2B Support Program Find local experts at a subsidised rate. Regional Development Australia Barossa Gawler Light Adelaide Plains.

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