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Welcome to the February 2022 edition of RDAMNC E-news,

So, how is 2022 going for you so far? We are really keen to hear about your Mid North Coast experiences - the more we know, the better we can advocate for you. Got a story (a win or a challenge) about your business, your employment pathway, your region?? Email us here 

Have you met the Local Jobs Program team yet?  Don't hesitate to reach out to Stephen and Sara via (02) 5525 1500 to find out how they can support the staffing challenges your business is currently facing (or anticipates in the future).
HOUSING:
Our housing challenges are not going away.  In 2022 RDAMNC will be working towards improving housing supply for key workers.

Our first two projects seek to understand the situation - and to explore different ways to use our domestic space.

How can you get involved?
  1. If you are, or know key / essential workers currently residing in the Mid North Coast (MNC) - OR anyone who provides housing for key workers in the MNC please take a moment to complete this survey
  2. Are you using your domestic space in any way that's different to the norm?  We would like to speak with you about our upcoming film - working title Our Spaces... Please contact us here
  3. More on our activities here
BUSINESS PREPAREDNESS:

We know times are tough for many businesses in our region right now.  You don't have to suffer alone.

RDAMNC constantly works alongside Councils and various government departments in our region to collate a range of information and opportunities for you.

How can you get involved?
  1. Contact us via phone (02) 5525 1500 or email and we can link and refer you to programs designed to help your immediate needs - and advocate for you if the support you need isn't there.
  2. Refer to the Business Support Hub for a comprehensive guide to support programs
  3. Attend our Small Biz online expo from Feb 15 - March 21. REGISTER for free here
  4. Do you currently work with Defence industries? Or would you like to?  Learn more in one of two defence procurement workshops which will be held in March more here
  5. Stay up to date with information about the latest grants and government support here

WORKFORCE:
Does your business currently have access to the staff you need?  Are you finding it difficult to find work?  What about your training needs?  We are always keen to find out more about your workforce situation and to assist where we can.

How can you get involved?
  1. Register your positions vacant or register as a jobseeker for FREE via My Future Workforce
  2. Do you know about the Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa? Find out more here
  3. Get in touch here
 

CIRCULAR ECONOMY:
Have you heard about the term 'Circular Economy'? NSW Circular describes it as "Circular economy is about decoupling economic growth from virgin resource use. Circular design of products, services and systems keep resources in the market longer, enabling sharing and reuse business models to become business as usual."

There are already so many great circular economy businesses in the mid north coast. If this is your area get in touch. And watch out for replays of our Ignite MNC panels on Circular Economy which will be released soon.

I'll look forward to hearing from you.

Happy February
Kerry



Kerry Grace
Director of Regional Development and CEO
Regional Development Australia Mid North Coast
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