Business Alexandrina

09/09/2024

🎉 We’re excited to announce that Alexandrina Council is a finalist in the 2024 National Economic Development Awards for Excellence, in the category of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Entrepreneurship and Inclusive Economic Development.

This recognition highlights our collaborative efforts with the Ngarrindjeri Aboriginal Corporation at the Signal Point Experience Centre, a key Council building within the Goolwa Wharf Precinct.

Since launching in March 2024, the Centre’s permanent exhibition ‘Yuntulun Ku:li-War’ (which means ‘Coming together on the headland’ in the Ngarrindjeri language) has been telling the stories of the Ngarrindjeri people, Goolwa's early settlement, and the ecology of the Murray Darling River system.

In May 2024, the First Nations Business Networking Event was the inaugural event at the renovated and reopened Signal Point.

This event was organised in partnership with The Circle First Nations Entrepreneur Hub, Many Rivers microenterprise support, the Adelaide Hills Council, and the Mount Barker District Council. It provided a platform for 50 stakeholders in Indigenous cultural tourism and creative industries, further underscoring our dedication to supporting First Nations.

Winners will be announced at the National Economic Development Conference (NEDC) Awards Gala Event on 17 October 2024.

For further information about the Yuntulun Ku:li-War exhibition and the opening hours of the Signal Point Experience Centre, visit the Visit Alexandrina website https://bit.ly/4apufIn

Kevin Kropinyeri
Kool Tours.
Visit Fleurieu Peninsula
Economic Development Australia

03/07/2024

🌎 International students explore health and care career opportunities across the Fleurieu Peninsula

Today, over 40 students and graduates from countries as diverse as Brazil to Tanzania are visiting Goolwa, Port Elliot, and Victor Harbor on StudyAdelaide’s Fleurieu Peninsula Health & Care Careers Tour.

Mayor Keith Parkes met the students at the Yuntulun Ku:Li-war ‘Coming together on the headland’ exhibition at Signal Point Experience Centre, before onboarding The Cockle Train for their next stop.

Through the collaboration of StudyAdelaide, Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island, City of Victor Harbor, District Council of Yankalilla, Alexandrina Council, and Workforce Australia's Local Jobs Program, these students are being introduced to prospective employers in the health and care sector.

About 17 organisations are involved in the tour including Resthaven, Southern Fleurieu Health Service (Victor Harbor Hospital), Your Nursing Agency, MyCare Solutions ACH, and more.

View upcoming local Regional Development Australia initiatives: https://rdahc.com.au/news-and-events

24/06/2024

🌱 Vote now for Strathalbyn, Langhorne Creek, Middleton, Goolwa or Mount Compass.

All five towns have been nominated for the 2024 Agricultural Town of the Year Award.

This award recognises South Australian towns that are excelling in agricultural practices and highlights the vital role that agriculture plays in the regional landscape – being the backbone of most regional communities.

Support our region and vote now at https://bit.ly/3VVU2Uf

Voting closes this Thursday 27 June.

This award is presented by the Government of South Australia and Solstice Media.

16/05/2024

10/05/2024

🌟 Your vote could crown Langhorne Creek as South Australia's top tourism town! 👑

Tourism Industry Council South Australia - TICSA, in partnership with Hello SA, is searching for South Australia's best tourism town, and they are calling on passionate tourists and locals to vote for their favourite town.

Langhorne Creek has been nominated for the 2024 Hello SA Top Tourism Town Awards under the category 'Top Tourism Town'. We need your help to secure the win!

By casting your vote for Langhorne Creek, you're not only supporting our vibrant community but also putting Langhorne Creek on the map as a must-visit destination. Plus by participating, you'll have the chance to win your very own South Australian getaway, courtesy of the Local Government Association of South Australia.

The winning town for voters' choice will be announced at the South Australian Tourism Conference held in Adelaide on 4 - 5 June 2024.

Cast your vote today at https://hellosa.com.au/vote

09/05/2024

💡 Ready to lead? Join the Inspired Leadership 2024 program today!

We're thrilled to announce the launch of the Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island Inspired Leadership Program 2024.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, seasoned professional, a community advocate, or passionate about driving positive change in your community, the Inspired Leadership Program promises to deliver contemporary leadership with a global perspective.

Delivered by Newday Leadership, applicants of all ages, all abilities, all backgrounds and all identities are invited to apply for this immersive and inspirational experience.

Applications close: Sunday, 19 May.

Find out more: https://rdahc.com.au/projects/il-2024/

07/05/2024

🗣️ Calling all manufacturing businesses in the Alexandrina Council area!

Are you ready to take your business to the next level with up to $20,000 in matched funding?

We're thrilled to announce the launch of the Hills & Coast Business Grant 2024, made possible by Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island, with generous support from Thomas Foods International and Fleuríeu Mílk Company.

👉 Past recipients have included a diverse range of businesses like cheesemakers, wineries, cabinet makers, metal fabricators, bakeries, auto restoration shops, brewers, and more.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

To learn more about eligibility criteria and how to apply:

The Hills & Coast Business Grant 2024 aims to strengthen Manufacturing and targets specific areas of need not already supported by available grant programs.

17/04/2024

The Small Business Week 2024 program is now live!

Registrations are open for businesses to participate in in-person and online events across SA – all designed to support your growth and development.

Explore the full program now: https://bit.ly/SBW24



Office for Small and Family Business

04/04/2024

🌟Calling all local tourism operators🌟

Ready to transform your ideas into unforgettable experiences? Don't miss out on this opportunity, apply now!

South Australian tourism operators! Expressions of Interest are now open for the Experience Development Program, and will close on Monday, 15 April.

This exciting new pilot program is for tourism businesses looking to turn their innovative tourism ideas into reality.

The Experience Development Program will support up to 20 operators across the state and is designed to provide tourism businesses with the tools they need to deliver world-class tourism offerings.

Interested? For further details, and to submit an expression of interest, head to https://tourism.sa.gov.au/support/industry-resources-and-tools/experience-development-program

28/03/2024

Exciting times for the Fleurieu Peninsula! 👏🏻

With the Federal Government's endorsement, a South Coast Regional Study Hub is set to be established at the Victor Harbor TAFE campus, marking a significant advancement for the region.

It will create opportunities for higher education in our region, supporting the retention of youth on the Fleurieu Peninsula and the development of a highly skilled local workforce.

This achievement follows extensive collaborative efforts over the years involving Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island, as well as Alexandrina Council, Rural City of Murray Bridge, City of Victor Harbor, District Council of Yankalilla, TAFE SA, schools across the region, and many others.

We are absolutely thrilled with Monday’s announcement by the Hon. Jason Clare MP, Minister for Education, that our submission for a Regional University Hub at TAFE SA Victor Harbor has been successful!

The funding announcement for the South Coast Study Hub represents a significant milestone for the education landscape on the Fleurieu.

The ongoing collaborative efforts and strategic partnerships Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island have forged with local councils, education providers, industry, business and community groups, are paving the way for a brighter future, where all individuals have equal access to quality education and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Find the full story here: https://rdahc.com.au/new-south-coast-study-hub-funded/

Rural City of Murray Bridge
City of Victor Harbor
District Council of Yankalilla
Alexandrina Council
TAFE SA