Highlights

Introducing Our New Look

Local Government Procurement (LGP) has officially launched its refreshed brand. Over the past year, we’ve been evolving as an organisation – expanding our services, strengthening partnerships with councils, and continuously improving the way we support procurement excellence across NSW. Our new visual identity reflects that evolution. It brings a more modern, confident and streamlined look […]

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Local Government Procurement (LGP) has officially launched its refreshed brand. Over the past year, we’ve been evolving as an organisation – expanding our services, strengthening partnerships with councils, and continuously improving the way we support procurement excellence across NSW. Our new visual identity reflects that evolution. It brings a more modern, confident and streamlined look

CEO’s Desk – December 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, I want to extend my sincere thanks to all NSW councils, suppliers and sector partners who have engaged with LGP throughout this transformative year. Together, we have delivered one of the most innovative periods in LGP’s history, introducing new funding programs, launching groundbreaking procurement solutions and strengthening our support

CEO’s Desk – December 2025 Read More »

As 2025 draws to a close, I want to extend my sincere thanks to all NSW councils, suppliers and sector partners who have engaged with LGP throughout this transformative year. Together, we have delivered one of the most innovative periods in LGP’s history, introducing new funding programs, launching groundbreaking procurement solutions and strengthening our support

How ASI Solutions Transformed Hornsby Shire Council’s Workforce Flexibility

We’re pleased to share a recent case study from ASI Solutions, one of our approved contractors, showcasing how Hornsby Shire Council replaced its aging desktop set-up with Microsoft Surface devices and launched a comprehensive digital skills training program to support staff. The shift has enabled the Council to create a more flexible, secure and efficient

How ASI Solutions Transformed Hornsby Shire Council’s Workforce Flexibility Read More »

We’re pleased to share a recent case study from ASI Solutions, one of our approved contractors, showcasing how Hornsby Shire Council replaced its aging desktop set-up with Microsoft Surface devices and launched a comprehensive digital skills training program to support staff. The shift has enabled the Council to create a more flexible, secure and efficient

Supplier Spotlight: Art of Multimedia – Bringing Council Heritage Sites to Life Through Digital Storytelling

As part of our Supplier Spotlight series, we’re pleased to feature Art of Multimedia, an LGP-contracted supplier under the IT&C Products, Services and Consulting (LGP115-2) panel. Art of Multimedia has extensive experience helping councils enhance visitor engagement at heritage sites, natural attractions and cultural precincts through high-quality digital storytelling. Below, Managing Director Beata Kade shares

Supplier Spotlight: Art of Multimedia – Bringing Council Heritage Sites to Life Through Digital Storytelling Read More »

As part of our Supplier Spotlight series, we’re pleased to feature Art of Multimedia, an LGP-contracted supplier under the IT&C Products, Services and Consulting (LGP115-2) panel. Art of Multimedia has extensive experience helping councils enhance visitor engagement at heritage sites, natural attractions and cultural precincts through high-quality digital storytelling. Below, Managing Director Beata Kade shares

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

Bathurst Regional Council Case Study – LGP Procurement Capability Grant Read More »

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

Unlocking Opportunities and Embracing New Horizons Read More »

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

Paul Youdell with the LGP Values Trophy

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

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