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To develop and strengthen the Pilbara communities through leadership and collaboration.
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The Pilbara is an economically vibrant and socially inclusive region that promotes opportunities.

RDAF Round Two

 

Projects in RDA Pilbara Move to Next Stage of RDAF Assessment
 
 
11th January 2012
 
Regional Development Australia (RDA) Pilbara has welcomed the announcement of the projects proceeding to full application stage for Round Two of the Regional Development Australia Fund (RDAF).  Round Two will invest $200 million into regional Australia.
 
The projects selected to proceed to full application are:
 
  • Gumula Aboriginal Corporation - Tom Price Elderly Accommodation Complex Project
  • Pinda College - Pindan Training Centre
  • Town of Port Hedland - Wallwork Road Bridge
The full list of projects across the RDA network selected to proceed to full application are available at www.regional.gov.au.
 
The closing date for full applications is February 15th, 2012.  The Department will assess all applications to ensure compliance with the Guidelines.
 
Eligible applications will then be assessed by an Independent Advisory Panel and funded projects will be announced mid-year.
 
The RDAF is work almost $1 billion over five years and is designed to boost economic and community development.  It is part of the Australian Government's commitment to regional Australia.
 
For questions relating to the application and assessment process please contact Collene Longmore, RDA Pilbara Chairperson on 0400 094 680.
 
For any additional information email rdaf@regional.gov.au.
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

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