Expressions of Interest for the Emerging Leaders Program have been extended and will now close on 30 April 2020. This exciting program is a unique professional development opportunity for current leaders and those who aspire to positions of leadership within the local government sector.
The two-day intensive program focuses on equipping emerging leaders with an understanding of the key challenges facing local government in the future and the competencies to develop leadership abilities. We are currently seeking expressions of interest from people to attend the course mid-November 2020.
Read more about the Emerging Leaders Program here.
Please pass this information on to those within your council who may benefit from this fantastic program.
If you are interested to participate, simply click the button below and email your expression of interest by 30 April or call 0438 100 076 for further information. |
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Following are links to a collection of resources relating to COVID-19 for
local government professionals.
These resource links are available on the LG Professionals website here.
You are welcome to email any resources for inclusion on our website.
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT COVID-CAST |
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Join LG Professionals Australia for intimate conversations with local government leaders as they grapple with the challenges of managing the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hear from Andrew Wardlaw, General Manager, Burnie City Council about how the Council has managed the COVID-19 crisis and how it has impacted himself, the team and the wider community.
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JLT is proud of our long-term partnership with LG Professionals Tasmania.
Our legacy working with Local Government enables us to understand how important it is to deliver tangible value and services to local governments and associated organisations nationally.
JLT Public Sector is committed to supporting Local Government to delivering services to the community by helping to identify and innovatively deliver risk solutions.
JLT is continuing to build upon our ongoing legacy of over 45 years risk based solutions to Local Government, partnering with over 450 councils across Australia; engaging a team of 350+ dedicated local government specialists and consistently providing value and outcomes through their relationships with Local Government.
To discuss how JLT Public Sector can assist your Council, please contact Andrew Ralph or Carli Geard by clicking here.
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MEMBER PROFILE - SHANE CRAWFORD |
This month we have interviewed Shane Crawford, General Manager of Waratah-Wynyard Council. |
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Shane, what do
you do in your role and how long have you been doing it?
I have been
fortunate enough to hold the role of General Manager at the Waratah-Wynyard
Council for the past two and a half years. Essentially the General Manager has
overall responsibility for the operations of Council in compliance with the
Local Government Act and acts as the link between elected members and the
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What made you want to work in Local Government?
I worked in private enterprise before joining Local Government and planned on staying within Councils for no longer than twelve months. I quickly grew a strong affinity for the work Councils undertake and sixteen years later, I’m still going. The variety of work Councils undertake and the ability to positively impact a community are some of the attractors.
What made you join LG Professionals Tasmania?
My background is in Human Resources and I strongly value people getting the best out of themselves, whether professionally or personally. LG Pro provides opportunities for local government practitioners to grow and develop so I wanted to be a part of these activities.
What interests do you have outside of work?
Our family are sports mad so I spend most of my time either at work or sport. I am currently President of Cricket North West; do some cricket coaching with the North West u/13 junior hurricanes academy and Sheffield U/13s; am a member of the Hobart Hurricanes Fan Council and even have a weekly radio spot to talk about local cricket. We try and get to all Hobart Hurricanes home games. Our family are involved in Auskick, junior soccer, futsal and dancing. I passionately follow the Collingwood Football Club and look forward to them adding another trophy to the cabinet when the season resumes!
If you could give your 12-year-old self 1 piece of advice what would it be?
I have a twelve-year-old son and to be honest, I’m not sure he listens to any advice I provide. I simply encourage all the juniors I coach to work hard, aim high and never give up chasing their passions.
What do you think are some of the biggest challenges facing the sector at the moment?
Clearly, coronavirus impacts are going to be felt for many years to come and some Councils will face significant financial and development challenges as a result.
Biggest regret outside of work in the past 10 years?
I always look back and think I should have spent an Australian winter in England playing cricket as many of my friends have and loved every minute of it. |
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CBA FREE WEBINAR: CYBER-SECURITY –
STAYING SAFE ONLINE |
The current COVID-19 environment has seen a significant increase in the number of people working from home, as well as a move to virtual teaching in schools across the country. Unfortunately, we are also seeing a corresponding rise in cyber-crime, as criminals seek to take advantage of our increased use of online technology.
In this webinar, presented by CommBank's leading cyber security analyst, Adam Smallhorn, we will be providing an overview of the latest online scams, together with simple and practical advice on how you can increase cyber awareness and security across your council, school, not-for-profit or community group.
Date: Today, 29 April 2020
Time: 1.00 pm AEST
To register click here. Read the State of the States Report - April 2020
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT LEGISLATIVE REVIEW
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The Government has announced the release of the reforms for the Local Government Legislative
Framework Review. After two years of extensive consultation the majority of the proposed reform directions will be implemented with only three not being progressed.
The Government will develop a new Local Government Bill in addition to progressing approved electoral reforms through a stand-alone Local Government (Elections) Bill.
The current State of Emergency will impact on the timelines for sector engagement, final drafting and consultation to progress the bill through Parliament.
The Approved Reforms are found here and click here for further information. |
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Beware of scams!
Tasplan has received reports from members and other super funds of scams as a result of COVID-19.
These scams involve people stealing personal information or super account details to get access to your super or by offering unnecessary services to help you access your super early for a fee. Members are being approached through cold calls, emails and text messages where people are asking for super and bank account information such as username, account numbers, password, account balances and date of birth. Read the article here.
April 2020 investment update with David Start, Tasplan CIO
Back in February, Tasplan's Chief Investment Officer, David Stuart, cautioned that we had little idea how significant the COVID-19 virus would become and how quickly it might spread around the globe.
Unfortunately since then, the virus has become a global pandemic and has infected almost every major developed market in the world, particularly the US, the UK, Italy and Spain.The question everyone wants answered now is: What next? Watch the video or read the article.
COVID-19: Early access to your super
Is COVID-19 causing you financial stress? The government is allowing eligible individuals early access to some of their super. You can apply to the ATO to access up to $10,000 this financial year.
Click here for more information on eligibility and how to apply. |
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Westpac Foundation has announced a new $500,000 partnership with the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR), expanding its Community Grant program in rural, regional and remote areas across Australia.
Westpac Foundation’s Community Grant program, established in 2012, provides $10,000 grants to local organisations creating opportunities through education, training and employment across Australia. Not-for-profit organisations providing support to communities outside a major city are now invited to apply.
In addition to the funding, Community Grant recipients will have access to pro bono support via the Westpac Changemaker program, which includes access to leadership development
programs, legal support and financial capability training.
Community organisations based in or providing support to areas outside a major city, as defined by the 2016 ABS Remoteness Index, can apply for a Rural Community Grant through the FRRR application gateway from Wednesday 15 April 2020 – Wednesday 13 May 2020. |
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT MENTORING PROGRAM |
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LG Professionals Australia has developed a unique mentoring and coaching online program for members to engage and learn about Nepalese local government and culture.
The program:
- Develops your mentoring, coaching, active listening and intercultural communications skills
- Shares the learnings and experiences of your career in a positive way
- Develops your leadership and management skills even if working from home during current pandemic
- Provides learnings about Nepalese local government and culture.
Through a partnership with the Lalitpur Metropolitan City Government in Nepal, local government professionals from Australia will remotely mentor staff from the City Government over a 6-month period. Mentors will share experiences and learnings with mentees to support their professional and career development through fortnightly meetings.
Applications are now open for members of State Associations or LG Professionals National Council Package holders.
Applications close late April with the program commencing mid-May and running until Dec-2020.
Further information about the program and the application process is found on the LG Professionals Australia website. |
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AUSTRALIAN LEISURE FACILITIES
ASSOCIATION - TAS REPRESENTATIVE
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The Australian Leisure Facilities Association (ALFA) is the peak representative body for the aquatics, recreation & leisure facilities industry in Australia. It is an alliance of regional bodies that have been representing the industry for over 75 years. ALFA was formed out of a strong industry need for one voice to represent its interests nationally.
Congratulations to Anj Jenni, Manager, Doone Kennedy, Hobart Aquatic Centre who has been nominated to take on the role to represent Tasmania. |
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We are very keen to
know if you have any ideas or requests for activities, programs or services you
wish to have on offer this year.
You are welcome to call or send me an email if you have any specific
requests or ideas.
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