Bronwyn Challis

Bronwyn Challis

Exclusive Webinar: Early Preview of LGP’s Upcoming Procurement Research

Webinar /

LGP, in partnership with World Commerce & Contracting, is pleased to invite you to a short, informative webinar introducing our upcoming national research project and what it means for organisations operating across procurement, contracting and commercial management. This 45-minute session will provide an early look at the purpose, scope and direction of the research, designed […]

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LGP, in partnership with World Commerce & Contracting, is pleased to invite you to a short, informative webinar introducing our upcoming national research project and what it means for organisations operating across procurement, contracting and commercial management. This 45-minute session will provide an early look at the purpose, scope and direction of the research, designed

Strengthening Contract Management Through WorldCC

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Learn and Connect with World Commerce and Contracting LGP is a corporate member of World Commerce and Contracting (WorldCC), a global not-for-profit organisation dedicated to raising standards and capabilities in procurement, contracting, and commercial practice. Through LGP’s corporate membership, both buyers and approved suppliers, including councils and individuals, can immediately access a range of programs

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Learn and Connect with World Commerce and Contracting LGP is a corporate member of World Commerce and Contracting (WorldCC), a global not-for-profit organisation dedicated to raising standards and capabilities in procurement, contracting, and commercial practice. Through LGP’s corporate membership, both buyers and approved suppliers, including councils and individuals, can immediately access a range of programs

Opportunity to Speak at LGP Events in 2026

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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

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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

Are You Truly Evaluating Value for Money?

Informative /

As all local government procurement professionals know, assessing value for money is at the heart of why we go to so much effort when evaluating quotes and tenders. But have you ever stopped to consider how you evaluate your quotes and tenders, and whether your method is the most effective way to identify the supplier

Are You Truly Evaluating Value for Money? Read More »

As all local government procurement professionals know, assessing value for money is at the heart of why we go to so much effort when evaluating quotes and tenders. But have you ever stopped to consider how you evaluate your quotes and tenders, and whether your method is the most effective way to identify the supplier

LGP Contract Buyers’ Guides Now Available

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At LGP, we’re committed to helping you get the most value out of our contracts. Our recent Stakeholder Sentiment Survey revealed that many of you find it challenging to engage suppliers through LGP Contracts. To make this process easier, we’ve begun developing Buyers’ Guides for each contract. These handy guides are now available for the

LGP Contract Buyers’ Guides Now Available Read More »

At LGP, we’re committed to helping you get the most value out of our contracts. Our recent Stakeholder Sentiment Survey revealed that many of you find it challenging to engage suppliers through LGP Contracts. To make this process easier, we’ve begun developing Buyers’ Guides for each contract. These handy guides are now available for the

LGP’s Rebate is Changing

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The LGP Rebate Scheme is an annual payment made to councils in recognition of your loyalty and continued use of LGP’s whole-of-state panel contracts. Since 2008, LGP is proud to have distributed over $12 million through this scheme to councils, ROCs, and JOs across NSW. Of that $12 million, 75% has gone to ROCs and

LGP’s Rebate is Changing Read More »

The LGP Rebate Scheme is an annual payment made to councils in recognition of your loyalty and continued use of LGP’s whole-of-state panel contracts. Since 2008, LGP is proud to have distributed over $12 million through this scheme to councils, ROCs, and JOs across NSW. Of that $12 million, 75% has gone to ROCs and

Using LGP218 for Service Reviews

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In September 2021, the NSW Office of Local Government updated the Integrated Planning and Reporting Guidelines, introducing a new requirement for councils to establish and publish a program of Service Reviews. The results of these Service Reviews are required to be published in Councils’ Annual Reports. LGP218 – Internal Audit and Management Services offers a

Using LGP218 for Service Reviews Read More »

In September 2021, the NSW Office of Local Government updated the Integrated Planning and Reporting Guidelines, introducing a new requirement for councils to establish and publish a program of Service Reviews. The results of these Service Reviews are required to be published in Councils’ Annual Reports. LGP218 – Internal Audit and Management Services offers a

Business Development – Autumn Update Video

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Local Government Procurement kicks off the 2025 Networking Events. Details of the schedule as well as upcoming Lunch and Learn sessions. Sign up if you’d like to subscribe to receive these quarterly videos straight to your inbox.  

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Local Government Procurement kicks off the 2025 Networking Events. Details of the schedule as well as upcoming Lunch and Learn sessions. Sign up if you’d like to subscribe to receive these quarterly videos straight to your inbox.  

The Networking Meeting in Lismore is Going Ahead on March 27th

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Networking Meeting in Lismore is Going Ahead! LGP is excited to announce that the Lismore Networking Meeting is going ahead on Thursday 27th March despite Tropical Cyclone Alfred trying his best to upset our plans. As we all know, the Lismore region has borne the brunt of a number of natural disasters over the last

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Networking Meeting in Lismore is Going Ahead! LGP is excited to announce that the Lismore Networking Meeting is going ahead on Thursday 27th March despite Tropical Cyclone Alfred trying his best to upset our plans. As we all know, the Lismore region has borne the brunt of a number of natural disasters over the last

Summer Update

Business Development – Summer Update Video

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Welcome to the LGP Summer update video. This season’s update includes information on our inaugural Lunch & Learn event, a recap of our networking meetings and events, an announcement about our collaboration with Telstra on the new Innovation & Development Fund, our upcoming Waste Webinar, current Tender Program and LGP’s Holiday shutdown period. Thanks for

Business Development – Summer Update Video Read More »

Welcome to the LGP Summer update video. This season’s update includes information on our inaugural Lunch & Learn event, a recap of our networking meetings and events, an announcement about our collaboration with Telstra on the new Innovation & Development Fund, our upcoming Waste Webinar, current Tender Program and LGP’s Holiday shutdown period. Thanks for

LGP Conference: Key Takeaways and Resources

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At last week’s LGP Conference, we had the privilege of hearing from a diverse group of speakers who shared a wealth of valuable information across various topics. This article offers a concise overview of some of the key insights presented, along with additional resources and information that may be useful to you as you navigate

LGP Conference: Key Takeaways and Resources Read More »

At last week’s LGP Conference, we had the privilege of hearing from a diverse group of speakers who shared a wealth of valuable information across various topics. This article offers a concise overview of some of the key insights presented, along with additional resources and information that may be useful to you as you navigate

Business Development – Spring Update Video

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The Business Development Spring Update video covers: The upcoming LGP Annual Conference; updates on the Training Academy, including upcoming regional training programs; Strategic Procurement Solutions; and upcoming webinars on VendorPanel, LGP Contracts for Council Stores (now scheduled for 24th October); the latest updates on our website and expiring contracts and upcoming contract renewals. If you’d

Business Development – Spring Update Video Read More »

The Business Development Spring Update video covers: The upcoming LGP Annual Conference; updates on the Training Academy, including upcoming regional training programs; Strategic Procurement Solutions; and upcoming webinars on VendorPanel, LGP Contracts for Council Stores (now scheduled for 24th October); the latest updates on our website and expiring contracts and upcoming contract renewals. If you’d

Paul Youdell with the LGP Values Trophy

Introducing Paul Youdell as new Business Development Manager for the Northern Region

Highlights, News /

After six rewarding years as Business Development Manager for the Northern Region it is time for me to hand over the management of the region and focus solely on my role as Head of Business Development. I am deeply grateful that I have been entrusted with looking after councils in the northern region for many

Introducing Paul Youdell as new Business Development Manager for the Northern Region Read More »

After six rewarding years as Business Development Manager for the Northern Region it is time for me to hand over the management of the region and focus solely on my role as Head of Business Development. I am deeply grateful that I have been entrusted with looking after councils in the northern region for many

What’s On At LGP?

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With a busy few months coming up, here’s a snapshot of what we’ve got coming up, with a wide range of events, webinars and training before Christmas: LGP Conference Each year the LGP Conference gets bigger and better and this year is no exception. The LGP Conference will be held in Sydney on 29th and

What’s On At LGP? Read More »

With a busy few months coming up, here’s a snapshot of what we’ve got coming up, with a wide range of events, webinars and training before Christmas: LGP Conference Each year the LGP Conference gets bigger and better and this year is no exception. The LGP Conference will be held in Sydney on 29th and