Be a collective voice:

coordinate effective liaison between the 38 rural councils, State and Commonwealth governments and key stakeholders.

Enable local solutions:

deliver key RCV events to facilitate networking, learning, capacity building, and external communication and identify opportunities to leverage/ partner with other regional events.

Create an interactive
learning hub:

lead and/ or contribute to the development of evidence-based policy and strategy in relation to key RCV priority areas in partnership with the State, MAV or other bodies e.g. Universities.

Build resilience and capacity:

build the capacity of councillors and council officers to support economic development and increase the sustainability of rural communities.

Strengthen a sense of place:

develop evidence-based strategies and initiatives to improve the attraction and retention of residents and businesses in rural communities.