October 2, 2025

Win 2 Tickets to the 2025 Local Government Procurement Annual Conference

Join the conversation shaping the future of procurement at the Local Government Procurement Annual Conference 2025. We’re giving you the chance to win 2 full conference tickets, including entry to the 2- day conference at Doltone House & tickets to the country-themed dinner & Procurement Awards with drinks and networking.  This year’s agenda brings together […]

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Join the conversation shaping the future of procurement at the Local Government Procurement Annual Conference 2025. We’re giving you the chance to win 2 full conference tickets, including entry to the 2- day conference at Doltone House & tickets to the country-themed dinner & Procurement Awards with drinks and networking.  This year’s agenda brings together

CEO’s Desk – October 2025

LGP News CEO Item – October 2025  Each year, Local Government Procurement proudly participates in Steptember, raising awareness and vital funds for children living with Cerebral Palsy. This year, a third of our team joined the challenge, collectively taking over 5.5 million steps and raising more than $2,200. My sincere thanks go to everyone who

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LGP News CEO Item – October 2025  Each year, Local Government Procurement proudly participates in Steptember, raising awareness and vital funds for children living with Cerebral Palsy. This year, a third of our team joined the challenge, collectively taking over 5.5 million steps and raising more than $2,200. My sincere thanks go to everyone who

Kirsty McGrath – LGP Annual Conference 2025

Unlocking AI for Councils: Mastering Microsoft 365 Copilot Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a buzzword – it’s here, and it’s already reshaping the way we work. For councils and procurement teams, the opportunity is enormous: less admin, faster insights, and smarter decision-making. But to get real value from AI, you need to know how

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Unlocking AI for Councils: Mastering Microsoft 365 Copilot Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a buzzword – it’s here, and it’s already reshaping the way we work. For councils and procurement teams, the opportunity is enormous: less admin, faster insights, and smarter decision-making. But to get real value from AI, you need to know how

Gordon Donovan – LGP Annual Conference 2025

Top 5 Issues for Procurement Leaders in 2026 and Beyond Procurement leaders are navigating an era of polycrisis, with rapid technological change, global disruption, and evolving stakeholder expectations shaping the landscape. At this year’s LGP Annual Conference, Gordon Donovan, Vice President of Research for Procurement and External Workforce at SAP, will share insights from the

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Top 5 Issues for Procurement Leaders in 2026 and Beyond Procurement leaders are navigating an era of polycrisis, with rapid technological change, global disruption, and evolving stakeholder expectations shaping the landscape. At this year’s LGP Annual Conference, Gordon Donovan, Vice President of Research for Procurement and External Workforce at SAP, will share insights from the

Dr. Hadi Rezaei Vandchali & Tania Lalor – LGP Annual Conference 2025

Leveraging Social Value in Procurement to Tackle Climate Change Procurement isn’t just about contracts and cost – it’s also a powerful tool for creating social and environmental impact. At the LGP Annual Conference, Tania Lalor & Dr. Hadi Rezaei Vandchali will lead a roundtable discussion on how councils can use procurement to tackle climate change

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Leveraging Social Value in Procurement to Tackle Climate Change Procurement isn’t just about contracts and cost – it’s also a powerful tool for creating social and environmental impact. At the LGP Annual Conference, Tania Lalor & Dr. Hadi Rezaei Vandchali will lead a roundtable discussion on how councils can use procurement to tackle climate change

Daniel Hearn – Platinum Sponsor Keynote

A Quick Word From Our Platinum Sponsor Strong partnerships and innovative solutions are key to enhancing public sector operations and services. Daniel Hearn, General Manager of Customer Success – Local & Federal Government at Telstra, will share insights from his 18+ years in the telecommunications industry, leading teams dedicated to supporting government clients. Daniel is

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A Quick Word From Our Platinum Sponsor Strong partnerships and innovative solutions are key to enhancing public sector operations and services. Daniel Hearn, General Manager of Customer Success – Local & Federal Government at Telstra, will share insights from his 18+ years in the telecommunications industry, leading teams dedicated to supporting government clients. Daniel is

Kate Russell – LGP Annual Conference 2025

Discover the Impact of Economic Inclusion on First Nations Businesses Indigenous supplier diversity offers councils a unique way to create lasting economic, social, and cultural impact within their communities. As local governments look to advance Closing the Gap targets, harnessing the potential of First Nations businesses has never been more important. Kate Russell, CEO of

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Discover the Impact of Economic Inclusion on First Nations Businesses Indigenous supplier diversity offers councils a unique way to create lasting economic, social, and cultural impact within their communities. As local governments look to advance Closing the Gap targets, harnessing the potential of First Nations businesses has never been more important. Kate Russell, CEO of

Bronwyn Challis – LGP Annual Conference 2025

The Procurement Opportunity: Building Trust for Contracting Success Successful contracts start with more than just paperwork- they start with trust. Without it, even well-designed agreements can struggle to deliver outcomes. At the LGP Annual Conference, Bronwyn Challis, Head of Business Development at LGP, will show how councils can foster stronger, more productive partnerships between principals

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The Procurement Opportunity: Building Trust for Contracting Success Successful contracts start with more than just paperwork- they start with trust. Without it, even well-designed agreements can struggle to deliver outcomes. At the LGP Annual Conference, Bronwyn Challis, Head of Business Development at LGP, will show how councils can foster stronger, more productive partnerships between principals

Mark Murphy – LGP Annual Conference 2025

Using Council’s Systems to Monitor & Manage Modern Slavery Risk We are thrilled to welcome Mark Murphy from Port Stephens Council to this year’s LGP Annual Conference. As a respected member of Port Stephens Council, Mark brings a wealth of experience working across NSW councils and a deep understanding of local government operations. In his

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Using Council’s Systems to Monitor & Manage Modern Slavery Risk We are thrilled to welcome Mark Murphy from Port Stephens Council to this year’s LGP Annual Conference. As a respected member of Port Stephens Council, Mark brings a wealth of experience working across NSW councils and a deep understanding of local government operations. In his

David Griffiths – LGP Annual Conference 2025

Cyber Protection in Practice: Moving Beyond Fear to Action Cybersecurity is never far from the headlines, and for councils it can feel like a constant worry. Ransomware, data breaches, system outages are all stories we are used to hearing often. But while the risks seem hard to protect against, the path to stronger protection is

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Cyber Protection in Practice: Moving Beyond Fear to Action Cybersecurity is never far from the headlines, and for councils it can feel like a constant worry. Ransomware, data breaches, system outages are all stories we are used to hearing often. But while the risks seem hard to protect against, the path to stronger protection is

Carly Cembala – LGP Annual Conference 2025

Modern Slavery in Procurement: Singleton Council’s Approach Modern slavery is a critical challenge for councils, particularly smaller regional ones with limited resources. At the LGP Annual Conference, Carly Cembala, Procurement Coordinator at Singleton Council, will share a practical case study of how her team embedded modern slavery mitigation measures and met the requirements of the

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Modern Slavery in Procurement: Singleton Council’s Approach Modern slavery is a critical challenge for councils, particularly smaller regional ones with limited resources. At the LGP Annual Conference, Carly Cembala, Procurement Coordinator at Singleton Council, will share a practical case study of how her team embedded modern slavery mitigation measures and met the requirements of the

Daniel Murray – LGP Annual Conference 2025

Why Empathy Will Be the Defining Skill for Procurement Leaders Beyond 2026 As councils and procurement teams look ahead to 2026 and beyond, the landscape is set to become more complex than ever. AI will reshape decision-making. Supply chains will face new pressures. Expectations of transparency and ethical leadership will continue to rise. Amid all

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Why Empathy Will Be the Defining Skill for Procurement Leaders Beyond 2026 As councils and procurement teams look ahead to 2026 and beyond, the landscape is set to become more complex than ever. AI will reshape decision-making. Supply chains will face new pressures. Expectations of transparency and ethical leadership will continue to rise. Amid all

Dr. Shivendra Kumar – LGP Annual Conference 2025

How Councils Can Turn Geopolitical Risk into Local Advantage When supply chains snapped during COVID, councils saw firsthand how quickly global disruptions can impact communities. Those risks haven’t gone away—geopolitical tensions are reshaping trade flows, costs, and supplier stability every day. At our conference, Dr. Shivendra Kumar will show procurement leaders how to flip that

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How Councils Can Turn Geopolitical Risk into Local Advantage When supply chains snapped during COVID, councils saw firsthand how quickly global disruptions can impact communities. Those risks haven’t gone away—geopolitical tensions are reshaping trade flows, costs, and supplier stability every day. At our conference, Dr. Shivendra Kumar will show procurement leaders how to flip that

LGP Regional Training- Tamworth

LGP Regional Training- Tamworth (27 November) Continuing our commitment to make training more accessible for Regional and Remote clients, LGP Training Academy (LGTA) is planning a regional training session in Tamworth on 27 November 2025, subject to minimum registrations. Take advantage of this opportunity to attend the training course of your choice locally, without the

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LGP Regional Training- Tamworth (27 November) Continuing our commitment to make training more accessible for Regional and Remote clients, LGP Training Academy (LGTA) is planning a regional training session in Tamworth on 27 November 2025, subject to minimum registrations. Take advantage of this opportunity to attend the training course of your choice locally, without the

LGP’s Double Diploma Late Entry by 23 October- Enrol Now!

Last Chance to Start in 2025: Double Diploma Late Entry by 23 October – Enrol Now! Looking to accelerate your career in leadership and business? The LG Training Academy’s Double Diploma Program offers you the chance to earn two nationally recognised qualifications in one streamlined program. This is a rare opportunity that won’t be available

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Last Chance to Start in 2025: Double Diploma Late Entry by 23 October – Enrol Now! Looking to accelerate your career in leadership and business? The LG Training Academy’s Double Diploma Program offers you the chance to earn two nationally recognised qualifications in one streamlined program. This is a rare opportunity that won’t be available

LGP Tender Status Updates October

Below is a summary of recent and upcoming tenders managed by Local Government Procurement, including key dates, project statuses, and contract commencement timelines. NPN419 Plant Machinery and Equipment Local Government Procurement has closed this tender on 6 June 2025. Project Status:  Rec Report circulated for signatures Contract Start Date:  1 October 2025 Enquiries: For further

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Below is a summary of recent and upcoming tenders managed by Local Government Procurement, including key dates, project statuses, and contract commencement timelines. NPN419 Plant Machinery and Equipment Local Government Procurement has closed this tender on 6 June 2025. Project Status:  Rec Report circulated for signatures Contract Start Date:  1 October 2025 Enquiries: For further

Introducing SPS Buy: A Smarter Way to Procure for NSW Councils

With spring now here, Local Government Procurement (LGP) is proud to launch SPS Buy, a new online platform created exclusively for councils across New South Wales. Developed by LGP’s Strategic Procurement Solutions (SPS) team, SPS Buy offers a carefully curated suite of procurement templates designed to meet the specific needs of local government professionals. Why

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With spring now here, Local Government Procurement (LGP) is proud to launch SPS Buy, a new online platform created exclusively for councils across New South Wales. Developed by LGP’s Strategic Procurement Solutions (SPS) team, SPS Buy offers a carefully curated suite of procurement templates designed to meet the specific needs of local government professionals. Why

Zincoat: An Aboriginal Owned Company Delivering a World First in Corrosion Protection

An Aboriginal-owned Australian company has developed a revolutionary protective coating that could reshape the future of steel infrastructure in Australia and beyond. NSW-based Zincoat Pty Ltd, a Supply Nation Certified business, has introduced a zinc-rich coating system called Zincoat. The technology not only matches the performance of hot dipped galvanising, the global benchmark in steel

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An Aboriginal-owned Australian company has developed a revolutionary protective coating that could reshape the future of steel infrastructure in Australia and beyond. NSW-based Zincoat Pty Ltd, a Supply Nation Certified business, has introduced a zinc-rich coating system called Zincoat. The technology not only matches the performance of hot dipped galvanising, the global benchmark in steel

WV Tech: Helping Councils Create Community Impact and Tackle Changing Data Security Challenges

The data security landscape is evolving at an unprecedented rate. Councils are under constant pressure to comply with new requirements, often without the time, money or people to spare. So how can councils protect sensitive information, stay compliant and make a positive impact? WV Tech works with government departments at every level, from local councils

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The data security landscape is evolving at an unprecedented rate. Councils are under constant pressure to comply with new requirements, often without the time, money or people to spare. So how can councils protect sensitive information, stay compliant and make a positive impact? WV Tech works with government departments at every level, from local councils