Events

The LGP Business Development Team has a packed calendar of events for the months ahead. Whether you’re looking for practical training, networking opportunities, or a better understanding of how to maximise your use of LGP contracts, there’s something relevant for every council. Below is a summary of upcoming events, including who they’re for and how […]

We’re excited to share that LGP will be attending the NSW Government’s upcoming Gather and Grow events, which aim to support the growth of the First Nations business sector. These events bring together suppliers, councils, and government representatives to connect and share information. Each event is free and offer an excellent opportunity to: Network with

Join Jerram Fairclough, Business Development Manager for the West, at our networking event on May 22nd at Club Forbes. From regional case studies on sustainability initiatives and a Q&A session on modern slavery prevention and strategic procurement updates, the event brings together leaders from across local government and industry to share expertise and explore new

Join Jerram Fairclough, Business Development Manager for the West, at our networking meeting on May 1st at the beautiful Taronga Conservation Society. The meeting will begin with an overview of Local Government Procurement (LGP) and its strategic direction, followed by Catriona Jennings, Sustainability Coordinator for Dubbo Regional Council, sharing a case study on Dubbo’s Net

The Lismore Networking Event was a fantastic day filled with engaging, practical sessions and great company. We began with a warm Welcome to Country from Aunty Thelma James, who shared stories of Lismore’s rich history. Lismore City Council’s General Manager, Jon Gibbons, officially opened the event, reminding us why the region is worth a visit

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

Supply Nation look forward to welcoming you to the Indigenous Business Trade Fair, on the lands of the Tubba-Gah People of the Wiradjuri Nation in Thubbo (Dubbo) next month. Click through for details: Attendees – Dubbo – Supply Nation Exhibitors – Dubbo – Supply Nation

Hi all & wishing you a Happy New Year. The Business Development Team is excited to share what’s coming up in the next few months at LGP. VendorPanel & Contract Usage Training Sessions In 2025, LGP will continue to host free VendorPanel Usage & LGP Contract Training Sessions for NSW Council staff. Our first session

We were deeply honoured to have had Moe Turaga, Modern Slavery Survivor Advocate, share his story at the LGP Conference. Moe, with his lived experience of modern slavery, courageously shared his story, highlighting the need for action. His courage to speak out and advocate for others in the fight to end modern slavery is humbling.

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

Tuesday – 29 October 2024 – 11:20am Change Management – What is it and Where to Start? Change is part or all of our jobs, every day. We must adapt and embrace change – but when so much changes, so fast, how can we continue to keep up? Global Change Manager Sharon Connolly will share

Tuesday – 30 October 2024 – 1:50pm Conference Summary & Action Items: Creating Ripples, Riding the Wave In this closing session, we will recap key insights from the LGP Annual Conference 2024 “Creating Ripples, Riding the Wave.” From the many informative sessions and speakers you have heard over the two days, we will summarise the

Tuesday – 30 October 2024 – 1:00pm A Councillor’s Perspective – My Best Community Outcomes Through Procurement As elected officials we are champions for our communities. On the local government level there are many areas that we need to focus on including, infrastructure, public spaces, community developments, social justice, and sustainability. Procurement is not an

Tuesday – 30 October 2024 – 1:25pm Case study – Empowering Sustainable Futures: The Transformative Impact of Revolving Energy Funds This session will explore the innovative approach of Wingecarribee Shire Council in addressing energy challenges through the Regenerative Energy Fund (REFund). Participants will learn how the council, with its unique energy demands, created the REFund

Tuesday – 30 October 2024 – 12:00pm Building Trust as the Basis for Success Trust is the cornerstone of effective leadership and the foundation for building strong teams. Trust acts as a catalyst for collaboration, helping to foster a positive work environment and driving increased productivity and engagement. Trust requires effort and commitment but by

Tuesday – 30 October 2024 – 11:10am Panel Discussion: Defining and Clarifying Thresholds in the Tendering Process Councils staff are asked to adhere to the Local Government Act and Local Government (General) Regulation 2021 (NSW), Part 7 Tendering. And everyone knows the threshold amount, but there are debates happening in meeting rooms all the time.

Tuesday – 30 October 2024 – 9:35am NSW Government Electric Vehicle Programs and Incentives With EV uptake in Australia and NSW increasing, NSW Government’s Electric Vehicle Strategy aims to make NSW the easiest place in Australia to own and operate and EV. There are a number of programs and incentives which support this aim and

Tuesday – 30 October 2024 – 9:00am Modern Slavery Survivor’s Story – Hear the Impact of Changes Implemented to Individuals In this compelling session, Moe Turaga will share his personal journey as a survivor of modern slavery in Australia, highlighting the profound impact of modern slavery on individuals. Through his story, Moe will advocate for