Regional Development Australia Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island
FREE Small Business Mentoring for Drought-Affected Businesses FIND OUT MORE
Strengthening Industry Sectors
Hills & Coast Business Grant
Our award-winning Hills & Coast Business Grant has financially supported 21 regional manufacturers to invest more than $667,000 to enhance productivity, sales and exports.
Has your business been impacted by drought? Our Small Business Mentoring Program connects you with experienced business mentors who understand the unique pressures facing regional businesses. Register today to receive 2.5 hours FREE tailored support.
Our Inspired Leadership program, delivered by Newday, has helped develop the potential of 20 regional leaders, with one participant winning Young Australian of the Year for South Australia.
RDA Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island is focused on delivering its vision through four key themes of activity, consistent with our 2022-2025 Project Plan.
Leaders at the 2025 RDA Summit shared insights on challenges and opportunities, with collaboration and fresh thinking central to building stronger regions and smarter growth for South Australia.
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31 July 2025
Plans revealed for key harbour upgrades
Final Master Plans for the Cape Jervis and Penneshaw Harbour Precincts have been released. Learn how they will deliver safer access, smoother traffic and better public spaces.
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10 July 2025
Backing local business growth
Meet the local businesses using Hills & Coast Business Grant funding to expand operations, create jobs and sharpen their competitive edge.
ONLINE
Learn what leading organisations are doing to promote mental health, foster a positive work environment and create a culture of care, with practical actions to apply within your organisation.
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11 February 2026
Manufacturing Network Breakfast
PORT ELLIOT | FREE
Join us for breakfast as we explore different funding avenues to grow your business, and chat to the founders of De Groot Coffee about their pathway to success.
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11
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11 February 2026
SA Varroa Update & Info Session
ONLINE | FREE
Get the latest update on Varroa mite biology and behaviour, impacts on European honeybees, and how to protect your beehives through integrated pest management strategies.
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