Discover what Regions Rising Bega delivered, with a snapshot of the insights, connections and system-level impacts emerging from the event.
Since 2019, the Regional Australia Institute’s (RAI) Regions Rising series has been the leading platform for tackling the challenges and opportunities shaping regional Australia. Through full-day conferences held across the country, these events connect communities, industry leaders, policymakers, and thought leaders to drive meaningful action and foster collaboration.
Following our largest National Regions Rising Summit in October last year, on 18 February 2026, we’re excited to be heading to Bega Valley, New South Wales, for a dynamic day of insights, discussions, and networking. This event will showcase regional strengths, explore critical issues, and share actionable strategies grounded in RAI’s research.
The Bega conference will focus on:
Regionalisation - driving regional systems change
Regional systems are thebedrock of Australia’s transformation, yet how effectively are we navigating this dynamic eco-system and as active partners in a network of government, industry and community actors. As we look to the future, the opportunities before regional Australia are immense. The potential to create win/winscenarios are within our reach but horizontal policy levers need to work in parallel, not in fragmented silos.
Whether it’s our energy transition, our population and migrationreset, navigating housing expansion policies and planning, understanding our levers for productivity enhancement or providing support and ballast to our education sector– these are complex times. Yet, rebalancing our nation is our shared goal, so join us as we explore the federal and state dynamic to ensure regional Australia is at the centre of our decision making.
We have a bold ambition,and this definesus, the belief that regional Australia doesn’t just participate in the nation’s progress, it powers it. Through strong local leadership, sustainable industry, and smarter planning, regionalisation will be the driving force behind a more balanced, prosperous Australia.
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Purchasing Tickets
Our ticketing options are designed to enhance your Regions Rising Bega experience. Discounted prices are available for Regional Australia Council (RAC), Regional Australia Council Associate (RACA), and Regional Australia Alliance (RAA) members.
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Be part of the conversation shaping the future of regional Australia.
Cancellation Policy
- The event will be run in accordance with all relevant Government health orders.
- Please contact the RAI directly regarding ticket refunds.
- All cancellations must be made in writing (email) to the RAI.
Regions Rising Series Sponsor
Thanks to our national event sponsors NBN Co. for their continued support.
Regions Rising State Sponsors
Thanks to our NSW event state sponsors Regional Development Australia - Southern NSW & ACT and Pentarch Offshore Solutions for their support.
