Local Government Procurement

Local Government Procurement

2025 Annual Conference

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 global thought leaders, industry experts, and procurement innovators.  Agenda Highlights:  The Future of AI in Government […]

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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 global thought leaders, industry experts, and procurement innovators.  Agenda Highlights:  The Future of AI in Government

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

Meet the Team – Karan Singh

Who am I? I’m Karan, your go-to person for all things IT at LGP. Outside of work, I enjoy a mix of video games, indoor and outdoor sports, and spending time in nature. I love finding moments of solitude outdoors to recharge and soak in positive energy. How do I make a difference at LGP?

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Who am I? I’m Karan, your go-to person for all things IT at LGP. Outside of work, I enjoy a mix of video games, indoor and outdoor sports, and spending time in nature. I love finding moments of solitude outdoors to recharge and soak in positive energy. How do I make a difference at LGP?

LGP Annual Conference 2025

We’re excited to announce that planning is well underway for the 2025 LGP Annual Conference, taking place from 21–22 October at the scenic Doltone House, Darling Island, Sydney. This is LGP’s flagship event, designed to bring together local government professionals, industry experts, and suppliers from across NSW for two days of learning, networking and practical

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We’re excited to announce that planning is well underway for the 2025 LGP Annual Conference, taking place from 21–22 October at the scenic Doltone House, Darling Island, Sydney. This is LGP’s flagship event, designed to bring together local government professionals, industry experts, and suppliers from across NSW for two days of learning, networking and practical

2025 LGP Awards – Nominations Now Open

Across New South Wales, procurement professionals and contractors are helping local government deliver smarter, more sustainable solutions for their communities. Whether you’re managing a transformative project, leading with innovation, or quietly driving real impact behind the scenes – your work deserves recognition. The 2025 Local Government Procurement (LGP) Awards are now open for nominations, and

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Across New South Wales, procurement professionals and contractors are helping local government deliver smarter, more sustainable solutions for their communities. Whether you’re managing a transformative project, leading with innovation, or quietly driving real impact behind the scenes – your work deserves recognition. The 2025 Local Government Procurement (LGP) Awards are now open for nominations, and

Upcoming Networking Events for Councils – July & August 2025

LGP’s in-person networking events bring councils together to learn from peers, unpack emerging procurement topics, and hear from industry experts. Each session features a tailored agenda, guest speakers, and time to connect with colleagues. Morning tea and lunch are provided. Griffith Networking Meeting: Procurement & Engineering Date: Thursday, 31 July 2025Time: 9:00 am – 3:00

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LGP’s in-person networking events bring councils together to learn from peers, unpack emerging procurement topics, and hear from industry experts. Each session features a tailored agenda, guest speakers, and time to connect with colleagues. Morning tea and lunch are provided. Griffith Networking Meeting: Procurement & Engineering Date: Thursday, 31 July 2025Time: 9:00 am – 3:00

LGP First Nations Procurement Scheme Now Live

LGP is very excited to announce that our First Nations Procurement Scheme is now live in VendorPanel. Through the Scheme, LGP aims to connect NSW council buyers with First Nations enterprises to develop mutually beneficial business relationships. LGP has long recognised the value of supporting business diversity and is proud to deliver this sector-first solution

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LGP is very excited to announce that our First Nations Procurement Scheme is now live in VendorPanel. Through the Scheme, LGP aims to connect NSW council buyers with First Nations enterprises to develop mutually beneficial business relationships. LGP has long recognised the value of supporting business diversity and is proud to deliver this sector-first solution

Bathurst Regional Council Case Study – LGP Procurement Capability Grant

The introduction of Modern Slavery legislation required a significant amount of work to update our Council’s policies and procedures. We applied for funding through the LGP Procurement Capability Grant Program to support our staff with implementing these changes. The grant allowed us to increase work hours to help get it done. We approached the project

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The introduction of Modern Slavery legislation required a significant amount of work to update our Council’s policies and procedures. We applied for funding through the LGP Procurement Capability Grant Program to support our staff with implementing these changes. The grant allowed us to increase work hours to help get it done. We approached the project

Unlocking Opportunities and Embracing New Horizons

In April 2025, I had the privilege of hosting a webinar titled “Unlocking Opportunities: How Council Procurement Can Support Local Businesses”. The session, which drew enthusiastic participation from councils across New South Wales, highlighted the important yet underutilised function of procurement – to drive inclusive economic development.  Why local procurement matters.   Beyond the transactional delivery

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In April 2025, I had the privilege of hosting a webinar titled “Unlocking Opportunities: How Council Procurement Can Support Local Businesses”. The session, which drew enthusiastic participation from councils across New South Wales, highlighted the important yet underutilised function of procurement – to drive inclusive economic development.  Why local procurement matters.   Beyond the transactional delivery

Programmed Training Services and Sutherland Shire Council: Building Future Workforce Pathways Through LGP

Programmed Training Services is proud to highlight the success of our partnership with Sutherland Shire Council through the LGP T808.4 contract. This collaboration not only ensures compliance, but also creates meaningful career pathways for young Australians – helping shape the future workforce. At a time when skills shortages and youth unemployment continue to rise, local

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Programmed Training Services is proud to highlight the success of our partnership with Sutherland Shire Council through the LGP T808.4 contract. This collaboration not only ensures compliance, but also creates meaningful career pathways for young Australians – helping shape the future workforce. At a time when skills shortages and youth unemployment continue to rise, local