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  • Home
  • About us
    • Who we are
    • Our people
    • Our Board
    • Our partners and strategic alliances
  • Business support
    • Business Fundamentals Program
    • B2B Support Program
    • Grants and funding
    • Grow a business
    • Investment assistance
    • Staying well, staying connected
  • ON NOW
    • Empowered Committees Program
    • Influence and Advocacy Leadership Program
  • Reports & publications
    • Regional Strategic Plan 2022-2025
    • Business Survey Report 2025
    • Annual & Investment reports
  • News and insights
  • Connect
    • Contact us
    • Events and workshops
    • Visit Barossa Campus
    • Members’ portal (Restricted)
    • Make a payment

Latest News

South Australia’s fuel security

Adelaide Plains region, Barossa region, Business, Industry, Light region, Town of GawlerBy Simon Wales10 April, 2026

There’s now a dedicated fuel website for South Australians, with the latest information on fuel security and what the SA Government is doing to help.

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Supporting business with AI learning opportunities

Adelaide Plains region, Barossa region, Business, Industry, Light region, Town of GawlerBy Simon Wales9 April, 2026

With artificial intelligence (AI) becoming increasingly central to business operations, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start.

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Business Engagement Forum – connecting Gawler’s business community

Business, Industry, Town of GawlerBy Simon Wales7 April, 2026

Join the Town of Gawler’s first Business Engagement Forum: connect with Council leadership, hear local economic updates and contribute your ideas.

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Driving smarter, more sustainable business practices – survey

Business, Industry, Infrastructure, News, SurveyBy Simon Wales31 March, 2026

GISA wants your perspectives on reducing waste, improving resource efficiency and transitioning toward more circular ways of operating.

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Gawler Business Community launches

Business, News, Town of GawlerBy Simon Wales31 March, 2026

It’s great to see the recent launch of the Gawler Business Community.

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Fuel supply and pricing – business impact survey

Business, Industry, Infrastructure, News, SurveyBy Simon Wales26 March, 2026

Help SA Business Chamber advocate for relief on fuel pricing and supply, by completing their snap survey. It’ll take no more than 5 minutes.

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Game on: get ready for Gather Round 2026

Adelaide Plains region, B2B Support Program, Barossa region, Business, Light region, News, Town of GawlerBy Simon Wales18 March, 2026

Footy’s coming to our region: Gather Round drops in Thursday 9 April to Sunday 12 April. Make sure your business is match-fit.

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It’s a wrap: Community Event Management Workshop

Business, NewsBy Simon Wales17 March, 2026

Our recent workshop, How to Lead and Manage Community Events, wrapped up on Friday 13 March.

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Business Fundamentals Program, now registering for June intake

Business Fundamentals Program – now registering for June intakes

BusinessBy Simon Wales2 March, 2026

This impactful Program provides subsidised, expert business advice to help you rebuild confidence, improve performance and prepare for opportunity.

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A person stands in a field with farming machinery behind them.

Making a fundamental difference

NewsBy Simon Wales28 October, 2025

Support for drought-affected Barossa, Gawler, Light & Adelaide Plains businesses. Apply for RDA BGLAP’s Business Fundamentals Program today.

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Farming families facing financial hardship may be eligible for the Farm Household Allowance. The allowance is taxable and subject to mutual obligation requirements. Applications are made through Services Australia.

Farm Household Allowance

Agriculture, NewsBy Anita Mariani22 April, 2025

Farming families facing financial hardship may be eligible for the Farm Household Allowance.

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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.

Beyond City Limits: Where Regional Careers Can Outearn the City

Education, NewsBy Anita Mariani9 April, 2025

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.

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A person on the phone in front of two shipping containers with US and AUS flags.

AusTrade Tariff Support for Australian Exporters

Business, NewsBy Anita Mariani9 April, 2025

If your business is affected by US tariffs or global trade disruptions, Austrade can help you manage risk and find new opportunities.

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$55 million Drought Support Package announced

Agriculture, Business, Grants, NewsBy Anita Mariani8 April, 2025

The State Government of SA announced a further $55 million package of comprehensive assistance to support drought affected farmers and communities.

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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, NewsBy Anita Mariani26 March, 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.

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Regional Blueprint Highlights 2024/2025

Regional Blueprint 2024-2025 Summary

Infrastructure, Investment, NewsBy Anita Mariani6 March, 2025

The Regional Blueprint 2024-2025 Summary provide key insights into the trends shaping regional economies, industry expansion, and infrastructure investment.

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RDABGLAP Champions Regional Growth at Country Cabinet

Adelaide Plains region, Government, NewsBy Anita Mariani3 March, 2025

RDABGLAP advocated for regional investment, highlighting infrastructure, workforce development, and education priorities to Premier Peter Malinauskas MP and SA Government leaders at Country Cabinet.

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Stuart Hoerisch

How the B2B Support Program Helped Artist Stuart Hoerisch Build His Business

B2B Support Program, Business, Light region, News, Success StoriesBy Anita Mariani29 January, 2025

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.

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A guide to paying employees correctly and the Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code

Criminal Underpayment Laws and Small Businesses

Business, NewsBy Anita Mariani16 January, 2025

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.

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Australian Government Drought Plan

Australian Government Drought Plan

Agriculture, NewsBy Anita Mariani16 January, 2025

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.

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Adelaide Plains Council Strategic Plan 2025–2028 Released

Adelaide Plains region, NewsBy Anita Mariani15 January, 2025

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.

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Australian Government’s Drought Policy

Australian Government’s Drought Policy

Agriculture, NewsBy Anita Mariani16 December, 2024

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.

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Regional Blueprint 2024-2025

Adelaide Plains region, Agriculture, Barossa region, Business, Housing, Industry, Infrastructure, Investment, Light region, News, Town of GawlerBy Anita Mariani6 December, 2024

Regional Blueprint 2024-2025 outlines $3.762 billion investment pipeline for Barossa, Gawler, Light and Adelaide Plains.

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Regional Development Australia Barossa Gawler Light Adelaide Plains Annaul Report 2023-2024

Download our Annual Report 2023-2024

NewsBy Anita Mariani27 November, 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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Nick Femia from SA Mushrooms. Northern Adelaide Plains Food Cluster.

Meet the growers on the Adelaide Plains: SA Mushrooms

Adelaide Plains region, Agriculture, News, Success StoriesBy Anita Mariani1 August, 2024

Meet the members of the Northern Adelaide Plains Food Cluster.

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An early learning educator with children at a table using blocks.

QualifySA in Early Childhood Financial Support Program

Education, Grants, NewsBy Anita Mariani15 July, 2024

Up to $25,000 available to support early childhood qualifications.

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Carol Dadds from Sunshine Barossa

Case Study: Sunshine Barossa benefits from B2B Support Program

Barossa region, Business, NewsBy Anita Mariani17 June, 2024

Our B2B Support Program is designed to help local businesses grow and thrive by connecting them with expert service providers in the region.

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State of the Housing System report with a pen lying against it on a brown background

State of the Housing System 2024 Report

NewsBy Anita Mariani13 May, 2024

The National Housing Supply and Affordability Council recently released their comprehensive State of the Housing System 2024 report, providing a pivotal annual review of Australia’s housing dynamics.

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Brendan Moten at 'Litl Mo's Bakery & Cafe in Kapunda.

Success Story: Litl Mo’s Bakery & Cafe in Kapunda

Light region, News, Success StoriesBy Anita Mariani21 February, 2024

Brendan Moten first moved to Kapunda in 1999 to open ‘Litl Mo’s Bakery & Cafe. It’s done so well, he had to open a bigger premise at 6 Main Street.…

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Standing desks at Barossa Regional University Campus

Study free at Barossa Regional University Campus

Barossa region, EducationBy Anita Mariani13 October, 2023

Free campus-style facilities and support for students, no matter where you study. Desks, rooms, printers, computers and Wi-Fi, right in the heart or Nuriootpa.

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Regional Development South Australia Regional Blueprint 2023

Media Release: RDSA Regional Blueprint reveals $2 billion investment pipeline for Barossa Gawler Light Adelaide Plains

Adelaide Plains region, Barossa region, Investment, Light region, News, Town of GawlerBy Anita Mariani9 October, 2023

$2 billion investment pipeline forecast as part of the Regional Development South Australia (RDSA) Regional Blueprint 2023.

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Map of Australia

The Regional Data Hub: Connecting Australians to good information

NewsBy Anita Mariani28 July, 2023

Imagine having a comprehensive, easy-to-navigate platform that brings together essential data sources related to regional development.

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SA Small Business Strategy

South Australia’s Small Business Strategy 2023-2030

NewsBy Anita Mariani20 July, 2023

The strategy serves as a blueprint for South Australia’s 150,000 small businesses, providing flexibility to adjust with the changing tides. The plan is composed of 20 diverse initiatives distributed across six major themes.

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Social Media 101 for Business with Katharine Crane

NewsBy Anita Mariani19 July, 2023

Do you find yourself lost in the complex labyrinth of social media platforms? Is your business struggling to secure a significant digital footprint, with your meticulously curated posts greeted by…

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Angela Pickett

How the B2B Support Program can help your business

NewsBy Anita Mariani18 April, 2023

Our B2B Support Program helps connect business with local providers to solve problems and help them thrive. You could connect with accountants, lawyers, suppliers or copywriters like Angela Pickett – only $55 for your first consultation.

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Yuandamarra smiles wearing sunnies

First Nations business in Gawler secures big contract with help from our B2B Support Program

News, Success Stories, Town of GawlerBy Anita Mariani21 March, 2023

Yuandamarra from Red Centre Enterprises explains how he launched products at the Adelaide International Airport and secured an agreement with the third biggest retailer in the world.

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Bridgette Hastings from Barossa Helicopters talks about the B2B Support Program from Regional Development Australia Barossa Gawler Light Adelaide Plains.

Barossa Helicopter saves thousands in marketing costs with our B2B Support Program

Barossa region, News, Success StoriesBy Anita Mariani14 February, 2023

Bridgette Hastings from Barossa Helicopters has saved thousands by bringing her digital marketing and content creation in-house, thanks to our B2B Support Program.

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Victoria Miranda from Lou Miranda Wines drinks wine with a friend

Lou Miranda Estate boosts website sales by 75% with our B2B Support Program

Barossa region, News, Success StoriesBy Anita Mariani30 January, 2023

When Lou Miranda Estate engaged the B2B Support Program at RDA BGLAP to help solve problems and identify opportunities for their business, they were not expecting to have such incredible results.

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Northern Adelaide Plains Food Cluster

Adelaide Plains region, Barossa region, Investment, Light region, News, Success Stories, Town of GawlerBy Holly30 March, 2022

The Northern Adelaide Plains Food Cluster was set up in 2020 as an organisation that would help grow and develop the food industry within the Adelaide Plains region. A Collaborative…

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Acknowledgment of Country

We acknowledge Ngadjuri, Kaurna and Peramangk people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

 

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