Regional Plan
With our commitment to the future of the Central West region, the Regional Plan identifies priorities for economic growth and job creation. Read more
Our Initiatives
RDA Central West has a range of regional initiatives that address regional priorities and enable our region to continue to grow sustainably. Read more
Funding & Grants
Find out more about available funding and grants that can assist your organisation and discover how RDA Central West can assist you. Read more
Recent News
A message from CEO Sam Harma – September 2019
Spring is here and it’s an exciting time in the Central West. There are a number of NSW Government grants which close at the end of the month, this includes the popular Stronger Country Communities Fund. I encourage all community groups to take up these opportunities when they arise. RDA Central West is happy toRead More
Start Snapping! NEW ‘Central West Is Best’ photography competition launched
It’s time to get snapping! Calling the community to focus their lenses on RDA Central West’s NEW ‘Central West Is Best’ photography competition which is now open for submissions but closes in two weeks. Total prize pool $1,000. Categories for both under and over 18 years means everyone can get involved. Theme: ‘Agriculture and Tourism:Read More
NSW Women of the Year Awards 2020 nominations now OPEN
Now in their ninth year, these Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding contribution made by women across NSW to business, industry, community and society. Nominations can now be submitted, and close the last week of October. Who in your community deserves recognition? There are seven different categories including a ‘Regional Woman of the Year’ Award.Read More
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Regional Development Australia Central West is a locally managed not-for-profit, part of the national network of 52 RDA Committees funded by the Australian Government, to promote economic development and a stronger NSW Central Western region. Our region extends from Lithgow in the east to Lake Cargelligo in the west and comprises the local government areas of Lithgow, Oberon, Bathurst, Blayney, Orange, Cabonne, Cowra, Parkes, Forbes, Weddin and Lachlan.
We acknowledge and respect the traditional owners and custodians of this region, the Wiradjuri people. We honour their cultural, spiritual, and emotional connection to this land & acknowledge the many other Aboriginal people from other nations and lands who have come to the Central West to live or visit.
