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.

Cost:  Council Officers - $900 per person from 15 February 2025

Inclusions: Tea breaks and lunch on Wed and Thurs + Networking function on Wed from 4.30-6.00pm

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

Agenda: Here

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.

Car Parking: Hotel Grand Chancellor $20.00 per day - subject to availability

Alternative Car Parking / Transport:

Secure Parking / Wilson Parking / Translink

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

Guest Presenter:

Cat Matson, Impactful Presenters

Cat Matson is the CEO and Lead Facilitator of Impactful Presenters, equipping community leaders to speak to audiences of 1 to 1,000 with confidence, authority, authenticity and impact.  A popular and accomplished speaker, emcee and moderator, Cat is known for her straight-talking, 'realness' and extracting 'the juice' from her clients.

Cat describes herself as a 'Mistress-of-all-Trades' having worked in both the private and public sectors, in small and large business and in virtually every industry.  Cat was Brisbane’s Chief Digital Officer for eight years, helping small business owners navigate digital transformation and she led Brisbane City Council’s startup and innovation programming. She is the host of the Speaking with Confidence with Cat Matson podcast, likes to 'work out loud' so others can learn from her experiences, enjoys her coffees strong and black and her martinis stirred and dirty.

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 workshop dates are:

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

Workshops 1 and 2: 27-28 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

Propeller Brochure

Programme Information

$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 is now closed. 

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

Recommended Accommodation: Rydges Fortitude Valley

View Brochure

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

Awards for Excellence Gala:

The winners and runners up of the Queensland Australasian Management Challenge are announced at the LGMA Awards for Excellence Gala on Thursday 22 May at the State Library of Queensland from 15.30-19.00 (includes drinks, canapes and finger food).

Tickets are available here.

The 2025 Challenge is proudly supported by:

Local Government Managers Australia is delighted to present a programme which acknowledges and celebrates the outstanding work undertaken by local governments across Queensland. 

The LGMA Awards for Excellence recognise the best of local government initiatives in the state, noting the differing environments and communities that local government serves.

Award Categories include: Above and Beyond, Collaboration, Community Shaping, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Sustainability, Teamwork and Workplace Wellbeing.

Timeline:

Awards nominations Open - Now

Awards nominations Close - 3.00pm, Wednesday 2 April 2025

Judging period - 3 April – 30 April 2025

Winners announced - At the Gala Awards event on Thursday 22 May 

Nomination Process

For the 2025 Awards for Excellence, the nomination process is now accessible online here.  To preview the new nomination process please click here.

For your convenience, we have created a template document to enable you to populate your responses.  We recommend you plan your nomination using this document before submitting information online.  This will enable you to check inclusions and word counts prior to officially submitting your nomination.  You can then copy and paste directly from this document into the online submission form. 

Please refer to the Nomination Guidelines for further information.

Please note that the nomination process for 2025 is complimentary for Council Subscribers of LGMA.  This represents a saving of $350 per nomination. 

Councils may submit numerous projects.  Multiple nominations are permitted in all categories.  A project or initiative may be nominated in up to two categories and each will be treated as a separate nomination.  If nominating a project in more than one category, nominators should ensure that each nomination is tailored to address each of the category requirements. 

Nominations must be received by Wed 2 April 2025 at 3.00pm.

Please contact admin@lgmaqld.org.au or 07 3174 5006 to confirm your council’s subscription or if you require any further information or assistance regarding the LGMA Awards for Excellence.

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.

Topics: IPOLA implementation, AI Governance Policy Development & Implementation, tips to avoid corruption & misconduct and Emerging Governance Best Practice Trends

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

Transport: Here

Parking: 

King George Square / Secure Parking / Wilson Parking

Accommodation: Book and pay own accounts. 

Holiday Inn Express Brisbane Central (IHG)

Adina Apartment Hotel Anzac Square

Hyatt Regency Brisbane

Hilton Brisbane

Thank you to our corporate partners:

      

                

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.

Creating sustainable trails that benefit your community and support economic growth

Day/Date: This is a three-part series in May 2025:

Part one: Thursday 15 May / Part two: Thursday 22 May / Part three: Thursday 29 May

BROCHURE

Webinar One – 15 May 2025

Dispelling myths about mountain biking!  This webinar will cover:

• What is mountain biking and ways to manage it.
• Operational models for councils.
• Case studies for creating sustainable resilient trails.

Webinar Two – 22 May 2025

When trails mysteriously appear.  This webinar will cover:

• The challenges unsanctioned trails present to councils and ways to manage them.
• Dirt Jumps, ways to understand what they are and how to manage them - Council Case Study.
• Considerations when deciding to commission or decommission unsanctioned trails.

Webinar Three – 29 May 2025

Telling compelling stories. The role of data. This webinar will cover:

• Independent audits, what are they, why you do them, and how the data can be used.
• Managing multiple users and stakeholder groups - Conservation / trail user Case Study.
• Trail maintenance models, managing contractors, volunteers and providing suitable training.

Time: 10:00am - 11:15am

Cost: Entry from $330.00 (GST inclusive) per person for the three-part series - available to all Council Officers. 

Entry from $550.00 (GST inclusive) for two people to attend the three-part series - available to all Council Officers.

Entry from $110.00 (GST inclusive) for one person to attend one of the scheduled webinars within this series.

Entry from $220.00 (GST inclusive) for one person to attend two of the scheduled webinars within this series.

Other: This series will not be recorded. 

Presenter:

LGMA Members: This webinar series 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 series (Note: this will use all 3 of your webinar allowance).

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. 

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.

2025 LGMA Awards for Excellence Gala

Date: Thursday 22 May 2025

Venue: State Library of Queensland, Stanley Place, Southbank

Registration and Presentation: Auditorium 1 on Level 2

Networking Event: Queensland Terrace on Level 2

Times: Registration/Seated between 3.30-4.00pm;

Awards Ceremony from 4.00pm;

Celebratory Networking Event from 5.15-7.00pm (Cocktail style event with drinks and finger food)

Registration Options:

• Council Officer Individual Rate $135.00 pp
• Council Officers' Package for 5 Attendees $555.00 per pack
• Council Officer Virtual Attendance (Zoom) $85.00 per logon

Venue Parking:

https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/plan-my-visit/hours-transport-access/parking

Alternative Parking:

https://www.bcec.com.au/visit/car-parking/

https://eatsouthbank.com.au/places/south-bank-car-park/

Public Transport:  Translink

Accommodation close by:

The Capitol Apartments

Arise Ivy & Eve | Arise Hotels

Arise on Hope Street | Arise Hotels

Dress Code: Cocktail

Thank you to the Corporate Partners supporting the Awards for Excellence:

             

              

    

LGMA Inspire Conference 2025 

Day 1 – Wednesday 11 June 2025

10.00 am -10.30 am Registration and Morning Tea on Arrival

10.30 am – 4.15 pm Conference

4.15 pm – 5.45 pm Networking Function

Day 2 – Thursday 12 June 2025

08.45 am – 4.00 pm Conference

Venue: Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane - 23 Leichardt Street (Cnr Wickham Terrace), Spring Hill 4000 

Registration Fees:

Early Bird (on or before 22 April) - Full programme including networking $880.00 (incl. GST)

Standard registration (on or after 23 April) - Full programme including networking $1100.00 (incl. GST)

The full programme includes Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea on Wednesday and Thursday plus the Networking Function on Wednesday evening.

Inspire Conference 2025 Brochure

Who should attend: Council officers who

• Would like to feel more confident in the workplace
• Are looking for a rewarding career in LG
• Aspire to change roles within their council to develop their skills
• Would like to access professional development specifically for local government
• May be new to council
• Aspire to lead in a coordinating or supervising role
• Aspire to be a leader

Learning outcomes - At the completion of the conference, officers will have 

• Learnt about council financial matters (finance for non-financial officers)
• Reviewed the major Governance requirements for local government
• Discussed the purpose of local government in their communities
• Reflected on the challenges and joys of working in local government 
• An understanding of Legislation – Public Sector Ethics Act, the LG Act 2009
• The ability to improve leadership capability across council
• Developed skills and confidence to manage conflict, build relationships and address issues promptly and consistently
• Improved communication techniques
• Networked with council officers from other Queensland areas

Accommodation and Travel 

The registration fees do not include accommodation, travel or transport.  

Book accommodation directly through Hotel Grand Chancellor.

Transport: Translink

Thank you Corporate Partners:

             

Driving a Customer Focused Culture in your Team (for Team Leaders)

Date: This is a three-part series designed for Frontline Council Team Leaders:

Part one: Tuesday 17 June

Part two: Wednesday 18 June

Part three: Thursday 19 June

Time: 10:00am - 11:20am

Cost: Entry from $330.00 (GST inclusive) per person for the three-part series - available to all Council Officers 

Entry from $550.00 (GST inclusive) for two people to attend the three- part series - available to all Council Officers

View Course Brochure

Course Content: 

Help create a customer-focused culture within your team by providing your Team Leaders with an understanding of the key drivers of customer-centricity within your organisation.

Learning Outcomes:  Participants will - 

• understand key drivers of customer-centricity within an organisation
• have language to help them discuss customer-centricity with colleagues across the organisation
• have had the opportunity to review the current state
• be equipped to take the next steps in implementing a plan to enhance the customer focus in their team.

Please Note: Zoom details will be made available in your registration confirmation / notification.  Attendance is expected for all 3 sessions. This event will not be recorded.

Thank you to our Partner:

LGMA Members: This webinar series 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 series (Note: this will use all 3 of your webinar allowance).

Master the art of Self-advocacy Webinar

Discover how to confidently amplify your voice, navigate challenges and achieve career goals.  Learn essential skills and proven strategies to effectively advocate for yourself in the workplace.  Step into your power, increase your self-awareness, enhance your confidence and take charge of your professional journey by mastering the art of self-advocacy.

Day/Date: Tuesday 24 June

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.

INTEGRITY - WEBINAR 

Topic: Integrity Webinar - Daniel Maroske from Gadens will provide an insightful presentation to ensure you are up to date!

Day/Date: Thursday 26 June 2025

Time: 10:00am - 11:15am

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

Presenter: Daniel Maroske, Partner, Gadens - Bio

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.

Thank you to our valued Corporate Partner/s:

Time Management: staying organised under pressure

We have all felt the pressure of looming deadlines and crowded schedules in the workplace. This webinar covers some key principles for effective organisation with tips and tools for managing your time under pressure. The strategies offered can help you manage high-pressure situations more effectively and assist in prioritising and staying organised in the face of workplace emergencies. Discuss ways to stay ahead of the curve so that when change comes (and it will) you and your team will be ready to thrive.

Day/Date: Tuesday 15 July 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.

Superannuation Webinar

Join Brighter Super for the 'Super Essentials' webinar which will address the most commonly asked questions about superannuation and transitioning to retirement.

Day/Date: Wednesday 16 July 2025

Time: 10:00am - 11:15am

Cost: Entry complimentary - available to all Council Officers 

Please Note: This webinar will not be recorded. 

Thank you to our valued Corporate Partner:

2025 Mentoring Programme

LGMA is pleased to offer an online Local Government Mentoring Programme.

Created to provide professional development and career advancement, this programme is specifically designed for officers within local government who are aspiring to further their careers within the sector.

Participants (Protégés) are matched with a mentor who will meet with them monthly to discuss ways to develop their career. They will also undertake professional development through the online delivery of a variety of learning approaches such as webinars, self paced learning, discussions, articles and reflection. These are designed to enhance participants’ professional development and assist in identifying career aspirations.

2025 Programme Dates:

Module 1: Introduction to Mentoring 17 July

Module 2: Vision, Goal-Setting and Career Planning 21 August

Module 3: Managing Performance 18 September

Module 4: Personal Branding 9 October

Module 5: Networking 13 November 

View the Mentoring Programme Brochure

Programme Investment: The protégé participant cost for the LGMA Mentoring Programme is $595.00 (inclusive of GST) for existing LGMA Members. 

Applications close Thursday 5 June 2025.

Please Note: This programme is only available to financial members of LGMA. 

2025 Executive Management Programme

Dates: Tuesday 22, Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 July 2025

Venue: Queensland Law Society, 179 Ann Street, Brisbane 

Times: Arrive at 08.00am ready for 08.30-5.00pm

Registration: (includes - 3 day workshop, day catering and networking dinner on Tuesday, rates inclusive of GST)

$3,535 Member Rate (individual membership) 

$3,895 Non-member Rate

Brochure: View Here

Programme: 

Leading Local Government – Executive Management in Queensland Local Government provides local government professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the role of the Chief Executive Officer in Queensland local government. The programme has been written by experienced CEOs and senior managers from Queensland local government and goes beyond the legislation to explore the real challenges and experiences you might expect to face in a CEO role.

As a participant on this programme, you will gain full awareness of the role and responsibilities of Chief Executive Officers in local government; the challenges, the benefits, the satisfactions and the frustrations. You will have the opportunity to troubleshoot questions arising from your own experience and to seek feedback on specific issues you may have faced.  The programme is professionally facilitated and each module features a relevant case study presented by a CEO or senior officer. 

Parking: 

Secure Parking

Wilson Parking

King George Square

Public Transport: Translink

Accommodation: Accommodation is not included in the registration fee.

Accommodation options close to the venue include:

Holiday Inn Express Brisbane Central (IHG) 

Adina Apartment Hotel Anzac Square

Hyatt Regency Brisbane

Hilton Brisbane

Proudly supported by: