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Mentor Jeff hopes to give back

Meet Jeff, mentor in the Drought Resilience Leaders Mentoring Program. What do

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Mentoring icebreaker for authentic conversations

Many mentees and mentors had already reached out and connected with each

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16th October 2024

Australian women’s drought resilience efforts recognised internationally by United Nations

Australian Rural Leadership Foundation (ARLF) and Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) support for communities to become more…

16th October 2024

Walking the talk – collaborating to lead connected agrifood systems

The Australian Rural Leadership Foundation (ARLF) chief executive Matt Linnegar welcomes the upcoming collaboration with the Australian Farm Institute…

10th July 2024

Leadership critical in ensuring stronger regions

Peak industry bodies, corporates, government and the philanthropic sector view leadership as critical in ensuring stronger regions. They’ve again…

25th April 2024

Local government, farming and energy leadership network to drive positive change in renewables transition

Local government, farming and energy stakeholders are working together as part of a leadership network to address the challenges…

5th January 2024

Shaping the Future, Honouring the Past: Applications for the Milparanga Established Leadership Program now open

First Nations leaders looking to build on their leadership practices and influence positive change are invited to apply for…

1st December 2023

Providing leadership for regions, drought preparation and navigating renewables

A need for effective leadership in advocating for the regions; driving drought preparation and resilience; and navigating the transition…

1st December 2023

How leadership programs have helped reverse fatigue among local not-for-profits

Local not-for-profits are better placed, and resourced, to support their communities thanks to new leadership networks committed to outcomes…

28th November 2023

Capital region emergency stakeholders get boost in leadership capacity to support bushfire response and recovery

As we head into summer, another bushfire season is top of mind. The devastating Black Summer bushfires now nearly…

28th November 2023

Building Eurobodalla’s leadership capability to prepare for future emergencies and opportunities

23 community stakeholders from across Eurobodalla have forged a leadership network to boost their capacity in supporting the region…

23rd November 2023

Leadership program to support regional Queensland communities through renewables transition

As many parts of regional Queensland transition to more renewables in their energy mix, the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation…

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