Community & Business
18 February, 2024
RDA Orana summit to focus on growth of regional NSW
Regional summit in Dubbo this week
RDA Orana will host their seventh Inland Growth Summit in Dubbo this week, putting a spotlight on the needs and achievements of people and places from throughout the state and how they can help grow the Orana region.
The two-day summit will feature a range of highly respected and experienced guest speakers and panelists, including Warren local Amanda Ferrari from Boarding Schools Expo Australia, and Nyngan agritourism entrepreneur, Angie Armstrong from Callubri Station, as well as Regional Education Commissioner Fiona Nash, Bega Group Chairman Barry Irvin, Circular Australia CEO Lisa McLean, Yurruga Co-founder Joe Williams and Isolated Children’s Parents’ Association (ICPA) NSW President, Tanya Mitchell, just to name a few.
RDA Orana CEO, Justine Campbell said the summit will shine a spotlight on ideators, thought leaders and entrepreneurs who are making inland Australia more innovative, economically vibrant and inclusive.
“Regional development is more than just economics and the Inland Growth Summit aims to showcase the work being undertaken by thought leaders whose innovative ideas influence and guide people, places, communities and the environment,” she said.
“The 2024 Inland Growth Summit will provide an opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience, establish and strengthen partnerships and co-develop solutions for the Orana region.”
The event will showcase a variety of keynote presentations, panel discussions and networking opportunities for people interested in innovation, entrepreneurship and the future of regional NSW.
Session topics for the summit include economic and environmental development with social equity through a circular economy; the changing landscape of training and education and it’s implications on regional NSW; initiatives promoting living, working and investing in the regions; digital connectivity in regional and remote NSW; technology and how it is transforming rural and remote health; and current and emerging trends for tourism and hospitality.
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