Networking Event|21 May 2026

Canberra Procurement & Engineering Networking Meeting

LGP Networking Meetings are designed to bring procurement and engineering professionals together to share best practice, exchange ideas, and explore solutions to common challenges. These sessions offer an open and collaborative environment to discuss emerging trends, hear real-world case studies, and gain insights from industry experts. They’re also a fantastic opportunity to connect with peers and broaden your professional network.

Each event is free to attend and exclusive to NSW council staff.

Time	Session	Speaker
8:30am – 9:00am	Sign In / Meet & Greet
9:00am – 9:10am	Acknowledgement of Country	John Pennock – BDM Southern Region, LGP
9:10am – 9:20am	Open Meeting & Welcome Address	Luke Kenny – CEO, LGP
9:20am – 9:35am	Overview & Strategic Direction	John Pennock – BDM Southern Region, LGP
9:35am – 10:05am	Council Case Study: Streamlining Procurement Through Technology at QPC	Kerrie Webb – Team Leader Financial Processing, & Tracy Sligar Chief Financial Officer, Queanbeyan Palerang Regional Council
10:05am – 10:30am	Sponsor Presentation	Origin
10:30am – 10:45am	Morning Tea
10:45am – 11:30am	First Nations Procurement Scheme Panel Discussion	Luke Kenny & Justin Pheeney – LGP
11:30am – 12:00pm	The Productivity Shift: Simple Ways AI Can Help You Work Better	Adita Das – AI Project Coordinator, LGP
12:00pm – 12:30pm	Psychological Safety in High-Pressure Roles: Practical Steps for Procurement, Engineering and Project Teams	Michelle Despas – Director, People & Culture, LGP
12:30pm – 1:15pm	Lunch & Networking
1:15pm – 1:45pm	Workshop – Unlocking Value for Money Through Sustainability Risk and Opportunity	Tania Lalor – Senior Sustainability Consultant, LGP
1:45pm – 2:15pm	LGP Terms & Conditions Deep Dive and Contract Amendment Process	Victoria Yang, Legal Officer, LGP
2:15pm – 3:00pm	Striking a Balance in Contracts: Risk allocation, unfair contract terms, best practice contract administration and managing contractor performance and non-compliance.	Lou Stojanovski & John Truman – Keystone Lawyers
3:00pm – 3:10pm	Wrap Up & Close	John Pennock – BDM Southern Region, LGP