Hadi Rezaei Vandchali

In every council project – from stormwater upgrades to new community infrastructure – engineers are often the first to identify a need, shape the technical requirements, and propose a solution. But between idea and implementation lies a crucial enabler: procurement. Too often, procurement is seen as a separate, transactional process. In reality, it’s a strategic […]

At Local Government Procurement (LGP), we are steadfast in our commitment to helping councils embrace sustainability through innovative procurement practices. This month, we are excited to share two significant advancements: the release of our 2024 Discussion Paper on Circular Economy in Procurement and the launch of Circular Economy Filter Tags in LGP’s contract panels. First-Circular

NSW EPA’s Circular Economy Accelerator is an immersive circular economy training and project development program, to equip council staff with the practical knowledge required to accelerate their council’s journey to a circular economy. Phase 1 of the Accelerator focussed on building CE knowledge and capability, while Phase 2 of the Accelerator provides participants with access