Representatives of Regional Development Australia (RDA) Orana, government departments and industries across the region focused on its “future direction”.

“We looked at how the region was established and the ability to grow on that foundation by utilising the resources, infrastructure and people and the best ways to connect and add value to what we already have,” RDA Orana executive officer Megan Dixon said.

“Knowing that there is demand in Asia for some of the rich mineral and agricultural products which are abundant in the Orana region is extremely positive.

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“Working out how to capitalise on these opportunities is what we needed to do as part of the process.”

Mrs Dixon said the workshop determined the need for the development of a brand for the region that created an identity and promoted unity.

“This allows industries to leverage the combined output of our people while building collaborative innovations across the region,” she said. 

“Strengthened communities and greater political influence would be additional outcomes.”

The executive office said the next step was to develop and implement projects identified during the workshop.

“One of the key outcomes is to work towards a unified regional voice that advocates for and promotes the Orana region for the powerhouse that it is,” she said.