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Applications invited for Regional Development Australia Pilbara Committee Members

Make a difference in your region!

Are you interested in leading/contributing to a committee to motivated locals who will focus on driving economic development in your region?

Regional Development Australia (RDA) Pilbara is seeking regional leaders with vision, drive and business experience who are able to facilitate economic development opportunities and investment for our regional communities and create jobs and growth.

Your networking skills will help build forums which enable consultation between business, industry and all levels of government and develop solutions for regional economic development.

Applications for Committee Members are sought from highly motivated and experienced people who are knowledgeable about the economic strengths and challenges of the region.

An Applicant Information Pack and Application Form for these roles can be found below.

For further information, phone Tony Simpson, CEO on (08) 9144 0651 or email ceo@rdapilbara.org.au.

Applications close on Friday 5th February 2021 at 4.00pm.

Applicant Information Pack (Please click here to download)

Application Form (Please click here to download)

Regional Development Australia Pilbara Announces Nerida Kickett as Chair

Regional Development Australia Pilbara would like to announce the appointment of Nerida Kickett as Chair of the Committee.

Nerida is an experienced Leader and Manager, having worked for over 20 years in Resources, Education, Finance and Marine Services. She is passionate about creating inclusive teams and empowering individuals to meet organisational goals. She has served on a number of Boards and Committees and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Nerida’s work experience across the Pilbara, in both business and not-for-profit areas is exceptional. She has had senior roles on some of the country’s largest projects including Councillor at the City of Karratha.

"I am pleased to announce the appointment of Nerida Kickett to 30th of June 2025. Nerida will lead RDA Pilbara under a refreshed Charter that focuses their role on driving investment and local procurement opportunities and through this, creating jobs and economic growth for our regions,” said The Hon Nola Marino, Assistant Minister for Regional Development and Territories.

Nola continues, "I look forward to working with Nerida and the RDA Pilbara members and staff over the coming years and encourage the community to reach out to their RDA to discuss how it can help business succeed.”

"I look forward to working with our CEO, Tony Simpson, and staff to enhance economic opportunities across our Region,” said Nerida Kickett. "I am strongly committed to consultation at all levels and working together to get things done.”

Nerida is an intelligent, committed leader with substantial business experience and exceptional knowledge of the Pilbara. She is well able to clearly articulate the key issues facing the region and will provide excellent advice and leadership to our RDA Pilbara Committee.

RDA Pilbara would like to extend their appreciation to Fiona White-Hartig for her 8 years of service as Chair. We thank you for your time and expertise that you have given to RDA Pilbara over the years and wish you success in your future endeavours.

Commendations

June 2020

Letter from the Honourable Nola Marino MP, Assistant Minister for Regional Development and Territories commending the outstanding work of RDA Pilbara in supporting the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please click here to read.

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