RDA Melbourne Projects

Confectionary manufacturing

Regional Development Australia (RDA) Melbourne helps drive economic development across Victoria. We collaborate with the Victorian RDA Committees, government and the private sector.

We support regional efforts from our unique position as a capital city RDA.

Below are some of the committee’s projects.

Projects

Bendigo Artificial Intelligence (AI) forum

We partnered with RDA Loddon Mallee to show how AI can improve business. We looked at challenges, risks, benefits and gains.

Addressing regional workforce and skills shortages through hybrid work

We asked Swinburne to explore 'anywhere working' to help fix regional worker shortages. The study found flexibility in work location and hours can increase business productivity. It can also help unlock a diverse talent pool.

The study emphasises that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to hybrid work. Some organisations favour remote-first models. Others need in-office attendance.

Recommendations include:

promote a flexible work culture
support regional employers to adopt flexible practices
uplift digital skills.

Download the Hybrid Work Opportunities in Regional Victoria – Final Report (PDF 5859.79 KB) .

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Gangi Germicidal Systems

Gangi Germicidal Systems and Swinburne University partnered on a safe new disinfection system.

Transcript - Gangi Germicidal Systems Transcript - Gangi Germicidal Systems (DOCX 24.49 KB)

Melbourne’s North Advanced Manufacturing Group (MNAMG)

We partnered with MNAMG to explore partnership opportunities for manufacturers. Collaborating with other businesses, educational institutions and government could unlock untapped benefits, including:

new product opportunities
strengthened local supply chain capabilities
enhanced business systems
training and technology development
establishing sustainable local and export markets.

Gippsland Peri-Urban REDS Addendum

Areas where the city meets the regions have unique growth challenges and opportunities. We partnered with RDA Gippsland to study the zone from Dandenong to the Latrobe Valley.

The Gippsland Peri-Urban Regional Economic Development Strategy includes:

population profiles
workforce skills, industry and employment overview
culture, tourism and the environment overview
movement and connections overview
policy gaps
future work and recommendations.

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Advanced Manufacturing

We showcased advanced manufacturing capabilities for Victoria's regional RDAs. The event highlighted Industry 4.0 benefits for small-to-medium enterprises. Presenters included Swinburne University and Gangi Germicidal Systems.

Melbourne Metropolitan Economy and Employment Analysis

We asked SGS Economics and Planning to study metropolitan Melbourne's economic growth potential. The report considers strengths and areas of improvement, key existing and emerging sectors. A Hausmann analysis explores manufacturing and export opportunities.

Download the RDA Melbourne Research Report (PDF 3267.17 KB) .

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Bayswater Business Precinct

The Bayswater Business Precinct is a key business hub in Melbourne's east. It accommodates around 5,000 businesses and employers more than 30,000 people.

We explored the precinct's growth opportunities with Yarra Ranges, Maroondah, and Knox.

A transformation strategy was developed to help revitalise transportation and access. The strategy considers options including land use and development, movement and place analysis. It will help guide public and private investment into the precinct.

Download the Bayswater Business Precinct Transformation Strategy (PDF 2682.63 KB) .