economic development<\/a> to meet economic challenges and seize emerging opportunities.<\/p>\nCr Sullivan, who represents Leopold Ward, said the RDA appointment enabled him to represent the interests of the Geelong region to pursue his agenda of driving economic growth and innovation.<\/p>\n
“As a councillor and former mayor I have always been committed to helping our region be clever, creative and enterprising and these are goals I share with RDA.<\/p>\n
“We must be forward looking and adaptive to take advantage of the great opportunity for transformation over the coming years so we can continue to thrive.<\/p>\n
“The new role works well with my current responsibilities on the council, and particularly my focus on economic development.”<\/p>\n
The RDA Barwon South West committee comprises experienced individuals with global, national, and local expertise in advanced manufacturing, digital capability, agriculture, education, tourism, and energy.<\/p>\n
It is presently chaired by Great Ocean Road Regional Tourism general manager Liz Price.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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