Broadband Enables A-Z of Medical Research
A new web portal enables people to match medical conditions they may be suffering to details of cutting edge research in the Hunter, across Australia and around the world
EU helps Regions Join Forces to Invest in Industrial Modernisation
This new European Commission initiative offers hands-on support to regions to foster interregional cooperation based on matching smart specialisation priorities related to industrial modernisation
NSW Minister for Skills Visits ME Program School and Industry Partners
NSW Minister for Regional Development and Minister for Skills, The Hon John Barilaro this week visited the Hunter to see first-hand the outstanding results RDA Hunter’s ME Program is delivering in its partner schools and defence and advanced manufacturing industries
ME Program Partner School Hunter River High announced as a P-TECH Pilot School
RDA Hunter warmly welcomes the announcement that its ME Program aerospace partner school, Hunter River High, has been invited to pilot the P-TECH programme
Digital Infrastructure vital for International Competitiveness
According to international animation company Fluffy Cloud Media, digital infrastructure is an important factor of being globally competitive in the creative industries
Priorities for the Hunter’s Urban Area
RDA Hunter is developing a vision for the region’s major urban area which will outline the importance of economic drivers, including ports (Sea and Air), transport, energy and communications
ME Program introduces students to Careers in Hunter Industry
The Industry Visit Scheme implemented by RDA Hunter's ME Program introduces high school students to the Hunter's defence and advanced manufacturing companies that offer exciting STEM career opportunities
Newcastle Law Courts incorporate Leading Edge Technology
The Newcastle Law Courts complex is the largest and most technologically-advanced facility outside Sydney incorporating cutting edge technology
Robotic Systems: A Smart Specialisation Case Study
Having the foresight to combine multiple technologies that offer industry fast and cost-effective solutions and alternatives to traditional processes has been the key to Hunter company's Robotic Systems’ early success
STEM-ships: Scholarships for a STEM Pre-Employment Program
Training Services NSW and RDA Hunter’s ME Program have partnered to offer scholarships for a 15 week pre-employment program that includes science, technology, engineering and maths skilling from Hunter TAFE
The Hon John Barilaro to address ME Program Update and STEM-ship Information Session
RDA Hunter invites you to attend a ME Program Industry Update featuring a keynote address by The Hon John Barilaro MP. The Update will be followed by an information session about the new STEM-ship initiative developed in collaboration with Training Services NSW
Youth Opportunities Funding Now Open
The Youth Opportunities program provides one-off, time-limited grants of up to $50,000 to organisations and local councils for youth-led and youth-driven community projects that have a positive youth development focus
EU Continues to be Leading Investor in Australia
RDA Hunter CEO, Todd Williams reiterated the importance of the Smart Specialisation for the Hunter Region with the EU Delegation to Australia's recent release of data showing the EU continues to be Australia's largest trading partner
Hunter High Speed Broadband Information for Business
New information to help businesses connect to high speed broadband services and take advantage of the productivity improvements it can deliver are outlined in a new brochure released by NBNCo
Procurement Toolkit helps identify new business opportunities
The Hunter Region Procurement Toolkit is a regional initiative that provides an easy reference for Hunter companies to identify and prepare for new business opportunities
RDA Hunter Collaborating to present a Vision for the Region’s Major Urban Area
With a mandate to advise on critical issues affecting the Hunter and regional priorities to help drive economic growth, RDA Hunter is collaborating to prepare a regional submission which presents a vision for the Hunter's major urban area
STEM Scholarships for Young People in the Hunter
RDA Hunter, Training Services NSW and Hunter TAFE are working together to offer STEM-ships to young people interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Todd Williams: Growing the Hunter into a Strong City
According to CEO, Todd Williams a healthy, productive and competitive regional Australia is vital to the nation’s future.
Smart Specialisation Case Study: Drifta Camping Kitchens
Drifta Camping Kitchens is a manufacturer meeting the needs of recreational campers, tradespeople and the man in the street, with innovative vehicle storage solutions as well as mobile cooking and camping solutions.
Successful STEM Skills Forum in the Hunter
University of Sydney's Faculty of Science recently reported on RDA Hunter's Leveraging a STEM Workforce for the Future Conference which was held in the Hunter in April
EU Smart Specialisation Innovates Australian Region with RDA Hunter
According to EU Ambassador to Australia and New Zealand, Smart Specialisation Strategy (S3) is a key public-private/EU-regional partnership for economic development through targeted support to research and innovation
Federal Government Budget Commitment to Regions welcomed by RDA Hunter
The Federal Government’s four year commitment to the national RDA network and National Stronger Regions Fund is clear support for the critical contribution regions make to national prosperity
RDA Hunter Welcomes Australian Government’s Smart Cities Plan
RDA Hunter welcomes the Australian Government's Smart Cities Plan which it says will contribute to regional economic development and productivity growth
RDA Hunter’s ME Program Website: A STEM Resource
RDA Hunter's ME Program website is a STEM resource for industry, students and teachers
BAE Systems and RDA Hunter Partner to ‘Advance the Next Generation’
BAE Systems and RDA Hunter's ME Program are partnering to stage an Aviation Careers Day to foster student interest in STEM careers in the aviation industry