Shaping future access to early childhood education and care
Help shape future access to early childhood education and care across our region. Your voice matters: Share your experiences and create impact.
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Making a fundamental difference
Support for drought-affected Barossa, Gawler, Light & Adelaide Plains businesses. Apply for RDA BGLAP’s Business Fundamentals Program today.
Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grant 2025
The South Australian Government, through the Department of Human Services, is offering grant funding for initiatives that promote a more inclusive South Australia for people with disability. During the 2025–2026 grant rounds, DHS is offering funding to eligible organisations for projects that foster Inclusive Environments and Communities. Applications close 14 November 2025. Learn more.
Back of the Napkin Lunch – Business, Jobs, and Contractor Connections
Explore business, employment, and contractor opportunities in the Barossa at this practical networking lunch in Lyndoch.
AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award
Up to $42,000 for project development, or $7,000 in learning and development bursaries. Applications close on 9 October 2024.
Farm Household Allowance
Farming families facing financial hardship may be eligible for the Farm Household Allowance.
Beyond City Limits: Where Regional Careers Can Outearn the City
New research shows 80+ occupations earn higher incomes in regional, rural and remote Australia. The Beyond City Limits report breaks down where you can get ahead — with clear data covering 80% of the workforce.
AusTrade Tariff Support for Australian Exporters
If your business is affected by US tariffs or global trade disruptions, Austrade can help you manage risk and find new opportunities.
$55 million Drought Support Package announced
The State Government of SA announced a further $55 million package of comprehensive assistance to support drought affected farmers and communities.
Greater Adelaide Regional Plan
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.
Regional Blueprint 2024-2025 Summary
The Regional Blueprint 2024-2025 Summary provide key insights into the trends shaping regional economies, industry expansion, and infrastructure investment.
RDABGLAP Champions Regional Growth at Country Cabinet
RDABGLAP advocated for regional investment, highlighting infrastructure, workforce development, and education priorities to Premier Peter Malinauskas MP and SA Government leaders at Country Cabinet.
How the B2B Support Program Helped Artist Stuart Hoerisch Build His Business
Stuart Hoerisch transformed his creative passion into a sustainable business with expert local support, gaining guidance in marketing, finance, and branding through the B2B Support Program.
Criminal Underpayment Laws and Small Businesses
Starting 1 January 2025, new criminal underpayment laws have come into effect. Small business employers can rest assured that genuine mistakes in wage payments will not lead to prosecution.
Australian Government Drought Plan
The Australian Government’s new Drought Plan outlines strategies and programs for farmers and communities to prepare for, manage, and recover from drought over the next five years.
Adelaide Plains Council Strategic Plan 2025–2028 Released
Adelaide Plains Council’s Strategic Plan 2025–2028 outlines a vision for a thriving community, emerging economy, preserved landscapes, and proactive leadership to guide regional growth.
Australian Government’s Drought Policy
The Australian Government’s Drought Plan outlines strategies to prepare for, manage, and recover from drought, focusing on resilience, collaboration, and support for rural communities.
Regional Blueprint 2024-2025
Regional Blueprint 2024-2025 outlines $3.762 billion investment pipeline for Barossa, Gawler, Light and Adelaide Plains.
Download our Annual Report 2023-2024
The RDABGLAP Annual Report 2023–24 is now available! It showcases a year of collaboration and progress for the Barossa, Gawler, Light, and Adelaide Plains regions.
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