RCA welcomes new members

Regional Capitals Australia is delighted to welcome on board new members Goulburn Mulwaree Council in New South Wales and City of Palmerston in the Northern Territory.

Located in the Southern Tablelands, Goulburn Mulwaree encompasses a land area of 3223 square kilometres and has a current population of 32,138 people.

The region produced over $1.74 billion in Gross Regional Product in 2021 with its largest employing industries being Health Care & Social Assistance, Construction, Retail Trade, and Public Administration & Safety.

Situated within a two hour drive of Sydney, Goulburn Mulwaree is a significant growth area as more and more people migrate from Sydney to our regional capitals.

Palmerston is the second largest city in the Northern Territory, located 20 kilometres from the Territory capital of Darwin.

Palmerston is a diverse community which is popular with young families and defence personnel.

With a fast growing population of 37,247, the city is currently undergoing a significant period of infrastructure growth and development.

IMAGE above is the newly constructed SWELL fitness and leisure centre in the Northern Territory city of Palmerston.

IMAGE below is an aerial photo of the NSW City of Goulburn.