Managing stress for improved wellbeing Webinar

Take control of your stress and enhance your wellbeing.  This workshop will explore practical strategies for identifying and managing stress.  What is stress, how can it manifest and why does it matter?

Through consideration of your own stress triggers and stress relievers, you will learn to read your early warning signals and build understanding of what works for you.  You will then formulate an individualised pathway for prioritising self-care and developing resilience to remain calm under pressure.  

Day/Date: Tuesday 15 October

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Time management: Effective meetings Webinar

How much of your time goes to hour-long meetings which could have been an email?  Or talkfests where nothing changes?  This workshop will elevate your meeting game by providing insight into relevant strategies and techniques for identifying, planning and facilitating productive meetings that generate true results and minimise productivity loss.  Learn what meeting style suits each objective, who should attend and how to frame an agenda so you can have better (and fewer) meetings that actually add value to your team and organisation.

Day/Date: Wednesday 16 October

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Cost: Early Bird Rates available on or before 2 Sept 2024

• Council Officers - $880 per person Early Bird Rate 
• 2 Council Officers - $1540 two-person Early Bird Rate

• Council Officers $990 per person

Inclusions: Tea breaks and lunch on both days + Networking function on Wed from 4.00-5.30pm

Exclusions: Travel, transfers and accommodation

Registration at the event: Wed from 10.30am - Collect name tags

Topics: Featured council case studies

• Safety and Behaviours - The challenge of changing culture
• Technological solutions for WHS management
• Critical risks and how to manage them
• Effective investigations - how are councils managing their incident management?
• Legislation update
• Facilitated discussions and more

Dress Code:  Business casual – as the room temperature may vary, we suggest you wear layered clothing.

Accommodation: Please book with your preferred supplier.  Suggestions include:

• The Oaks Gladstone
• The Gladstone Central Hotel
• Gladstone City Central Apartment Hotel

Gallup's Leadership Webinar

Day/Date: Tuesday 22 October

A leader needs to know his strengths as a carpenter knows his tools, or as a physician knows the instruments at her disposal. What great leaders have in common is that each truly knows his or her strengths — and can call on the right strength at the right time.  

         — Don Clifton

Good leaders come in different shapes and sizes, but they have one thing in common – they play to their strengths. In this session, Gallup will outline the strengths-based approach to leadership. By the end of the session, leaders will be able to describe:

• how a strengths-based approach improves engagement and performance
• the 7 expectations of leaders and how strengths can help leaders deliver on them
• practical strategies for being a strengths-based leader
• how to meet the four needs of followers

Presenter: Allan Watkinson

Time: 10:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Seeking and accepting feedback for performance improvement Webinar

Feedback is a gift but it is one which is often not taken full advantage of.  This workshop will encourage you to seek the feedback you need to improve your performance, interactions with others and reputation.  You will discover techniques for requesting feedback from colleagues, superiors and direct reports.

You will then explore how to take on that feedback and respond to the gift of others’ perceptions and views, even where these may be critical.   The ability to seek and accept feedback has many benefits including to foster growth, improve relationships and create a positive work environment.

Day/Date: Tuesday 29 October

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Inclusions: Tea breaks and lunch on both days + Networking function on Wed from 4.00-5.30pm

Registration at the event: Wed 30 Oct from 10.30am - Collect name tags

Dress Code:  Business casual – as the room temperature may vary, we suggest you wear layered clothing.

Accommodation: Special rates are available until 16 October - subject to availability.  It is advisable to make your reservations well in advance.  Please book Rydges Mackay Suites directly via: https://www.rydges.com/private-page/lgma-governance-forum/ 

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CENTRAL QUEENSLAND CHALLENGE

The Rural Management Challenges (RMC) are based on the successful concept of the Australasian Management Challenge. They are a development programme that provides real-life problem solving experiences and produces outcomes that translate into relevant, tangible and enduring benefits for individuals, teams and the organisation.

Date: Wednesday 13 November 2024

Host Council: Barcaldine Regional Council

Location: Barcaldine, Queensland

Venue: Barcaldine Town Hall, 71 Ash Street Barcaldine

Times: 07.30-17.00

There will be a Meet and Greet event hosted the night before Challenge Day and we will all have dinner together the evening of Challenge Day to celebrate your success. 

Key Dates:

REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 26 SEPTEMBER 

PRE-CHALLENGE TASK DISTRIBUTED 30 SEPTEMBER 

PRE-CHALLENGE TASK DUE 7 NOVEMBER AT 12 NOON

Accommodation:

https://www.explorethebarcaldineregion.com.au/stay

Self-performance assessment: a tool for self-awareness and insight Webinar

Regular self-performance assessment is a valuable practice but rarely encouraged or taught as a routine.  Committing to undertake a self-performance assessment and having the skills to do this well requires a level of self-reflection and perspective that does not come naturally to most.

Equip yourself with the tools to track your progress and take charge of your professional growth.  Learn how to evaluate your own work effectively and set achievable goals including tips for identifying your strengths and weaknesses and steps for improvement.

Day/Date: Wednesday 20 November

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Date: Wednesday 20 November 2024

Venue: Royal on the Park, 152 Alice St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

Our lunch will be located in the Southern Cross Pavilion.

Times: 12:30pm-2:30pm

Please RSVP by 30 October 2024.

Getting There:

Royal on the Park is located opposite the Brisbane Botanic Gardens and is a short walk from Central Station and Queen Street Mall. 

https://translink.com.au/ - The free Brisbane City Loop stops opposite the hotel on Alice Street. 

Parking: Car parking at Royal on the Park is available for $30.00 a day. 

First Parking - 53 Albert Street, 3 minute walk to Royal on the Park

Uptown Parking (formerly The Myer Centre), 10 minute walk to Royal on the Park

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INDIGENOUS COUNCIL CHALLENGE

The LGMA Queensland Indigenous Council Management Challenge is a development programme which provides council officers with real-life problem-solving experiences in a simulated challenge environment.  The Challenge tasks are developed to suit indigenous councils, require smaller teams and allow for a hands-on approach to leadership development.

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Date: Tuesday 26th November 2024

Host Council: Weipa Town Authority

Location: Weipa, Queensland

Times: 07.30-17.00

There will be a Meet and Greet event hosted the night before Challenge Day and we will all have dinner together the evening of Challenge Day to celebrate your success. 

Key Dates:

REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 1st November 2024

Accommodation:

Mastering Personal Goal Setting: Unlock your potential Webinar

Discover how to generate focus and momentum towards your personal/career goals.  Uncover your blueprint for identifying and building clear, inspiring, objectives and milestones to drive action and growth.  Learn key strategies to overcome obstacles and maintain your accountability and motivation as you work towards your goals.

Managing interruptions: regain focus and boost productivity Webinar

Equip yourself with practical techniques to identify and understand your most common interruptions, their causes and the patterns that support them. Learn the real impact these interruptions have on your output.  Then, reclaim your time by implementing key strategies to reduce distractions and interruptions and maintain productivity.

Day/Date: Wednesday 12 February 2025 

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Ignite Programme Brisbane 2025

Time to ignite your leadership journey!

Ignite is a leadership development programme designed to provide new or aspiring managers; supervisors or team leaders with the necessary skills to manage and lead themselves and their team.

Through interactive workshops and practical learning, this programme provides the tools, insights and hands-on experience to take on the responsibility of leading a team with greater confidence.

The Ignite Programme consists of a two-day Introductory Forum then four one-day workshops scheduled 3-5 weeks apart. Participants will need to commit to attending all six workshops plus one mandatory one-on-one coaching session.

2025 Programme Dates

Brisbane 2025: 18-19 February; 19 March; 7 May; 4 June and 16 July

Venue: Queensland Law Society, 179 Ann Street Brisbane.

Registrations close - Monday 3 February 2025

Nomination Process

Please complete the online registration form to indicate your intention to submit a nomination and then download and complete this nomination form which includes endorsement from your nominating manager and return to facilitator@lgmaqld.org.au prior to close of registrations on Monday 3 February 2025.

Accommodation Options Close to the Venue:

(Note: Accommodation is not included in the registration fee)

• Holiday Inn Express Brisbane Central (IHG)
• Adina Apartment Hotel Anzac Square
• Hyatt Regency Brisbane
• Hilton Brisbane
• Meriton Suites – Adelaide Street and Herschel Street

Ignite Programme Cairns 2025

Time to ignite your leadership journey!

Ignite is a leadership development programme designed to provide new or aspiring managers; supervisors or team leaders with the necessary skills to manage and lead themselves and their team.

Through interactive workshops and practical learning, this programme provides the tools, insights and hands-on experience to take on the responsibility of leading a team with greater confidence.

The Ignite Programme consists of a two-day Introductory Forum then four one-day workshops scheduled 3-5 weeks apart. Participants will need to commit to attending all six workshops plus one mandatory one-on-one coaching session.

2025 Programme Dates

Cairns 2025: 25-26 February; 26 March; 14 May; 11 June and 23 July

Venue: Cairns Harbourside Hotel, 209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns 

Registrations close - Monday 3 February 2025

Nomination Process

Please complete the online registration form to indicate your intention to submit a nomination and then download and complete this nomination form which includes endorsement from your nominating manager and return to facilitator@lgmaqld.org.au prior to close of registrations on Monday 3 February 2025.

Accommodation Options Close to the Venue:

(Note: Accommodation is not included in the registration fee)

• Cairns Harbourside Hotel (IHG) 
• Central Plaza Apartment Hotel 
• Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments 
• Coral Towers Holiday Apartments
• Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Invest in your career and personal growth by building your EQ.  Discover how a high emotional intelligence (EQ) can propel your professional journey.  High EQ enhances teamwork, communication, empathy and adaptability.  Nurturing your self-awareness empowers you to manage stress, stay focused and build meaningful relationships.

Day/Date: Tuesday 18 March 2025

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Inclusions: Tea breaks and lunch on Tues and Wed + Networking function on Tuesday from 4.00-5.30pm

Registration at the event: Wed from 10.30am - Collect name tags

Topics: Council case studies, Industrial relations, Culture and capability, Difficult conversations, Performance processes and much more

Dress Code:  Business casual – as the room temperature may vary, we suggest you wear layered clothing.

Accommodation: Book and pay own accounts by utilising the link below:

https://www.grandchancellorhotels.com/hotel-grand-chancellor-brisbane/book/accommodations

There is a box at the top of the screen Special Code - click and then select Rate Access/Corporate Code in the drop down.  Type in lgmaq as the code type.

Corporate Partners Supporting this Forum: Thank you...

Unlocking social media engagement: Essential strategies for maximising your online presence Webinar

Delve into practical techniques for leveraging your social media impact.  Learn to create compelling content, engage your audience and optimise your online presence.  Gain insights into potential risks while exploring what it takes to storyboard and create a successful online campaign.

Day/Date: Tuesday 25 March 2025

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Propeller 2025 - We have lift off!

Propeller commences in Brisbane with a two-day introductory forum.  Delegates are placed into teams to co-ordinate, travel and experience six workshops that are hosted by different Queensland councils.  The final forum will be held the day after Workshop 6 - in the same location.

This practical programme helps to develop LG skills and knowledge; assists with networking opportunities and information sharing plus group participation for the workshops, group project and memoir.  Participation at the nine (9) forums/workshops is compulsory.  Propeller delegates will need to factor in time for workshop preparation, travel and participation in a group project and memoir.  This programme is suitable for council officers of any age, experience, role and interests.  It offers both personal and professional development.

The proposed dates are:

Wed 26 March and Thurs 27 March - Introductory Forum - Brisbane

Workshops 1 and 2: 28-29 May - Councils TBC*

Workshops 3 and 4: 29-30 July - Councils TBC*

Workshops 5 and 6: 16-17 September - Councils TBC*

Thurs 18 September: Final Forum - same location as the final workshops

*dates may vary slightly depending on council workshop availability.

Propeller Brochure

Programme Information

Nomination Forms to be completed by all nominees and emailed to events@lgmaqld.org.au

$3800 per person (excludes travel, accommodation and meals – see the brochure and information sheets above for full details).  Invoices will be issued upon placement confirmation.  Registration closes on 21 Feb 2025 - don't miss out!

Discover how becoming a master collaborator will enable you to be a standout team player, elevate your effectiveness and build stronger professional relationships.  Whether you are leading a team or striving to enhance your collaborative skills this Webinar will provide you with practical insights and proven techniques to boost your capability in fostering a cooperative team culture.

Day/Date: Tuesday April 1 2025

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Australasian Management Challenge 2025

The  Australasian Management Challenge (AMC) is an innovative development opportunity that is a convergence of ideas, energy, academic rigour and practical application – the elements which develop great leadership.

Everyone who participates in the Challenge - from experienced managers to emerging leaders, comes away with new and practical insights into excellence in leadership and management.

Registration is available online (one registration per team): The team mentor (or a team member) can register initially and then add in your team members (as guests) as they confirm.

Location: Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills 

Venue: Royal International Convention Centre (RICC) - Gregory Terrace

Date: Wednesday 2 April 2025

Time: 7:45am - 5:00pm

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Key Dates:

Early Bird Registrations ($4,885) close on 31 January 25

Standard Registrations ($5,325) close on 17 February 25

The Pre-Challenge Task (PCT) is distributed on 24 February 25

Cancellation Policy

The 2025 Challenge is proudly supported by:

The art of delegation – a productivity booster Webinar

Unlock the secrets of effective delegation to transform your workload.  Gain insights into delegation strategies, potential pitfalls and risks, the art of matching tasks with the right people and setting clear expectations.   Whether you are leading a team, or a team member looking to streamline tasks and focus on priorities, this Webinar is designed to provide key delegation strategies and practical tips to increase productivity.

Day/Date: Tuesday 29 April 2025

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Public speaking – taking your first steps into the spotlight Webinar

Elevate your speaking prowess with our beginner-friendly public speaking essentials.  This Webinar is designed to equip you with practical tips and techniques to build confidence, conquer nerves, structure compelling speeches and engage your audience effectively.

Day/Date: Tuesday 13 May 2025

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

LGMA Members: This webinar is eligible to be redeemed under the 3 complimentary webinars you receive as an LGMA Member. Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au if you'd like to redeem this event.

Personal toolbox: techniques for managing negative and harmful behaviours.

Take charge of your well-being and join us for an empowering Webinar focused on managing bullying and harassment directed at you in the workplace.  Learn essential strategies and practical tools to effectively navigate and respond to challenging situations, build resilience and identify and access support networks.

Day/Date: Tuesday 20 May

Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Cost: Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) per person - available to all Council Officers

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded.