November 4, 2025

CEO’s Desk – November 2025

News /

LGP News CEO Item – November 2025 LGP is fresh off the back of another successful Annual Conference where we were joined by over 250 council staff. suppliers and delegates. Our theme was Future Focused: 2026 and Beyond, which proved to be a great insight into what is ahead for the procurement profession in local […]

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LGP News CEO Item – November 2025 LGP is fresh off the back of another successful Annual Conference where we were joined by over 250 council staff. suppliers and delegates. Our theme was Future Focused: 2026 and Beyond, which proved to be a great insight into what is ahead for the procurement profession in local

Conference Follow Up: Kirsty McGrath Answers Your Questions

Informative /

Kirsty McGrath Answers Your Copilot Questions Following her headline session at the LGP Annual Conference, Kirsty McGrath, Managing Director of OnPoint Solutions, 8-time Microsoft MVP, and leading authority on Microsoft 365 Copilot, generously shared detailed answers to the questions she didn’t have time to address live. Your Questions Answered 1. Using AI with sensitive informationCopilot

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Kirsty McGrath Answers Your Copilot Questions Following her headline session at the LGP Annual Conference, Kirsty McGrath, Managing Director of OnPoint Solutions, 8-time Microsoft MVP, and leading authority on Microsoft 365 Copilot, generously shared detailed answers to the questions she didn’t have time to address live. Your Questions Answered 1. Using AI with sensitive informationCopilot

Mastering Copilot: Tips for Smarter Prompts

Informative /

Following on from Kirsty McGraths Conference session on AI, here are some useful and practical tips you can use when prompting in Microsoft Copilot. Learn about Copilot Prompts: Structure your prompts: Include goal, context, expectations, and source to get more accurate and relevant responses. Use Copilot for a variety of tasks: You can create, edit,

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Following on from Kirsty McGraths Conference session on AI, here are some useful and practical tips you can use when prompting in Microsoft Copilot. Learn about Copilot Prompts: Structure your prompts: Include goal, context, expectations, and source to get more accurate and relevant responses. Use Copilot for a variety of tasks: You can create, edit,

Phyllis Miller OAM Takes Top Honours at 2025 Ministers’ Awards

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LGP Board Member Phyllis Miller OAM has been recognised with the Councillor Lilliane Brady OAM Award at the 2025 Ministers’ Awards for Women in Local Government, held at Parliament House, Sydney. Phyllis has served on the LGP Board since July 2022, where she brings her deep experience, leadership, and advocacy for regional communities to guide

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LGP Board Member Phyllis Miller OAM has been recognised with the Councillor Lilliane Brady OAM Award at the 2025 Ministers’ Awards for Women in Local Government, held at Parliament House, Sydney. Phyllis has served on the LGP Board since July 2022, where she brings her deep experience, leadership, and advocacy for regional communities to guide

Leveraging Social Value in Procurement to Tackle Climate Change

Sustainability /

At this year’s Annual Conference, LGP’s Tania Lalor, Senior Consultant, Sustainable Procurement, led a dynamic roundtable on Leveraging Social Value in Procurement to Tackle Climate Change. The session drew a strong crowd and lively discussion around how procurement can be used as a force for both environmental and community impact. Tania’s central message was simple but

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At this year’s Annual Conference, LGP’s Tania Lalor, Senior Consultant, Sustainable Procurement, led a dynamic roundtable on Leveraging Social Value in Procurement to Tackle Climate Change. The session drew a strong crowd and lively discussion around how procurement can be used as a force for both environmental and community impact. Tania’s central message was simple but

Opportunity to Speak at LGP Events in 2026

Events, Informative /

As we wrap up LGP’s 2025 Events program, it’s now time to turn our attention to our 2026 events. Every year we receive feedback from our event attendees that they would like to hear more council case studies. But we can’t do it without you! Presenting at an LGP event allows you to showcase the

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As we wrap up LGP’s 2025 Events program, it’s now time to turn our attention to our 2026 events. Every year we receive feedback from our event attendees that they would like to hear more council case studies. But we can’t do it without you! Presenting at an LGP event allows you to showcase the

Staff Spotlight: Alan Sinclair — “Believe in Yourself and Let Your Talents Shine!”

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This month, we turn the spotlight on Alan Sinclair, Research and Analytics Officer in LGP’s Business Development Team. Alan encourages us to reflect on the skills we already have, from communication to problem-solving, and demonstrates how they can be applied across many roles, both professionally and personally. Through his own experience at LGP, he illustrates

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This month, we turn the spotlight on Alan Sinclair, Research and Analytics Officer in LGP’s Business Development Team. Alan encourages us to reflect on the skills we already have, from communication to problem-solving, and demonstrates how they can be applied across many roles, both professionally and personally. Through his own experience at LGP, he illustrates

LGP Tender Status Updates November

Contracts & Tenders /

Below is a summary of recent and upcoming tenders managed by Local Government Procurement, including key dates, project statuses, and contract commencement timelines. T12.08-5 Professional Consultancy Services Local Government Procurement has closed this tender on 22 July 2025 Project Status:  In the Evaluation stage. Contract Start Date: 1 May 2026 Enquiries: For further information contact

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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. T12.08-5 Professional Consultancy Services Local Government Procurement has closed this tender on 22 July 2025 Project Status:  In the Evaluation stage. Contract Start Date: 1 May 2026 Enquiries: For further information contact

Delegations- How They Influence And Impact Procurement

Webinar /

Are you ready to elevate your procurement processes and governance? Join us for an insightful webinar, hosted by Mihaela Stancu, Consultant, Procurement Services at Local Government Procurement. Why Attend? Delegations of Authority (DOA) are at the heart of effective procurement, compliance, and risk management. This session will clarify DOA frameworks, showing how clear policies empower

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Are you ready to elevate your procurement processes and governance? Join us for an insightful webinar, hosted by Mihaela Stancu, Consultant, Procurement Services at Local Government Procurement. Why Attend? Delegations of Authority (DOA) are at the heart of effective procurement, compliance, and risk management. This session will clarify DOA frameworks, showing how clear policies empower

LGP Webinar: Fleet & Trucks — What You Need to Know

Webinar /

Fleet Management Made Simple: A Practical Webinar for Councils If you work in council and are responsible for anything with wheels, from utes to garbage trucks, this webinar is for you. Why Attend? Join LGP’s Business Development team for a straightforward look at the contracts and suppliers available under LGP221 and NPN123. This session will

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Fleet Management Made Simple: A Practical Webinar for Councils If you work in council and are responsible for anything with wheels, from utes to garbage trucks, this webinar is for you. Why Attend? Join LGP’s Business Development team for a straightforward look at the contracts and suppliers available under LGP221 and NPN123. This session will

LGP Regional Training- Tamworth

Our Services /

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

Ready, Set, Procure with SPS Buy Online

Our Services, Informative /

Ready, Set, Procure! Councils, it’s time to work smarter and faster with your procurement process! After the buzz from our original launch, the Strategic Procurement Solutions (SPS) team is back with a fresh reminder that our suite of ready-to-use procurement templates is live and making waves across NSW. Why Are Councils Loving SPS Buy Online?

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Ready, Set, Procure! Councils, it’s time to work smarter and faster with your procurement process! After the buzz from our original launch, the Strategic Procurement Solutions (SPS) team is back with a fresh reminder that our suite of ready-to-use procurement templates is live and making waves across NSW. Why Are Councils Loving SPS Buy Online?