Show Notes
This week, Liz Ritchie, CEO of the Regional Australia Institute, joins Exchanges to make the case for why regional Australia is central to the nation’s future.
We explore the urgent need for strategic planning across housing, jobs, and infrastructure as Australia’s population grows, and unpack the pressures building in regional housing and rental markets. Liz explains why connectivity, livability, and productivity are critical to attracting and retaining people outside the major cities.
The conversation also tackles the need for regulatory reform, greater local decision-making power, and how regional communities must be at the centre of renewable energy development.
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Chapters 00:00 The Future of Regional Australia 03:15 Housing Challenges in the Regions 09:01 Rental Market Dynamics 11:22 Infrastructure Needs for Growth 14:55 Livability and Connectivity 19:35 Retention of Residents in Regional Areas 22:53 Regulatory Changes for Productivity 26:10 Embracing Renewable Energy in Regions 31:47 A Vision for National Policy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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