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RDA Illawarra Shoalhaven connects and collaborates with regional stakeholders to identify and convert new opportunities for economic development in the Illawarra Shoalhaven. We are part of a federally funded national network whose primary purpose is to advocate for place-based decision making, informed by an understanding of our region’s unique strengths, economic opportunities, and challenges. Our region comprises of four local government areas and is the third largest economy in NSW supported by an estimated population of more than 427,300 people across a total land area of 5,656 square kilometres. The region includes four local government areas - Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and Shoalhaven, as well as the Jervis Bay Territory.
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RDA Illawarra Shoalhaven Board, its CEO and staff are neutral brokers and collaborators across all levels of government, community, business and stakeholders for the growth of the region's economy (including Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and Shoalhaven LGAs, as well as the Jervis Bay Territories).
Acknowledgement of Country
RDA Illawarra Shoalhaven acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and recognises their continued connection to the land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future. We are committed to honouring Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their rich contribution to our community.