Local Government Procurement

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. How can we use AI

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,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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