Mid-Sized towns and cities – we need your help!

Do you have experience with councils, town-planning, tourism, or economic development in a Mid-Sized town […]

Populations August 7 2019

Regional Population Growth – Are We Ready?

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Media releases August 7 2019

Regional cities or outer suburbs – the secret is out!

The Regional Australia Institute (RAI) has called for a new national awareness campaign to promote […]

Videos June 27 2018

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A VIBRANT FUTURE FOR REGIONAL AUSTRALIA

Independent and informed by both research and ongoing dialogue with the community, the Regional Australia Institute develops policy and advocates for change to build a stronger economy and a better quality of life in regional Australia – for the benefit of all Australians.

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Learn about the opportunities and impact of digital transformation on jobs in regional Australia.

Learn about what makes a great small city and see how Australia’s regional cities stack up.

Learn how communities are using innovative approaches to gather resources and deliver the services needed to prosper.

Learn how communities can use their ageing population as a driver for economic growth.

Learn how communities can escape boom and bust cycles to create new economic foundations.

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[In]Sight: Australia’s Regional Competitiveness Index is the lens regions need to make the most of their advantages. Browse 624 regional competitiveness profiles using our online tool.

InForm is our freely accessible database of over 2000 pieces of research relevant to regional Australia. Search the database now or contribute your knowledge.

Innovation Watch is a platform to celebrate and grow community-led development. Exchange ideas, share experiences and inspire others by contributing your story.

RAI’s Pathfinder Initiative provides communities with a clear vision of what is driving change and a plan of action to realise their region’s potential.

RAI’s Regional Accelerator programs are designed to inspire broad scale change across regional areas. Find out more about the Regional Accelerator programs we’ve rolled out and get in touch to find out how we can work together.