The board also focused on a number of new and existing projects in the region including the Yennora Wool Sales Relocation Proposal, agri-tourism and tourism initiatives and ways to work with regional industry to maximise international freight opportunities at Canberra Airport.

On Tuesday, the board visited the Poachers Pantry and Majestic Mushrooms before a business dinner at Ewe’n Me Restaurant in Yass. Following dinner, Mayfield Mews, a tourism/restaurant facility located in Bowning, spoke on how it had benefited from participation. 

On Wednesday, the board toured the South East Livestock Exchange (SELX) in front of their meeting at Mayfield Mews.

“It was an extremely busy agenda for RDASI, and one that allowed the board to focus on the Yass region’s businesses,” RDASI Chair Mark Schweikert said. 

“I think the board was able to gain a greater understanding of the issues facing Yass, including how the programmes we’ve delivered in the past are benefiting local participating businesses.

“We value our networks and partnerships and thank them for their assistance in 2016 and, with their continued assistance, we look forward to achieving continued gains in 2017.”

RDA Southern Inland is part of a national network of 55 Regional Development Australia committees across Australia.

Made up of local leaders who work with all levels of government, business and community groups to support the development of regional Australia.

RDA Southern Inland is a state and federally funded non-government body encompassing seven Local Government Areas – Hilltops, Upper Lachlan, Yass Valley, Wingecarribee, Goulburn Mulwaree, Queanbeyan Palerang and Snowy Monaro.

For more information visit the website, www.RDASI.org.au