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We are here for our members and are highly committed to the sector. All of our programs and events are developed by the sector, for the sector.


Leadership Programs

Our Leadership Programs are designed to help you continue to learn, develop and evolve as a leader in a local government context, no matter what stage of your career you're in.

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CONFERENCES

Like all of our professional development opportunities, our conferences are uniquely local government and designed to help you connect, learn and grow in your career.

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MANAGEMENT CHALLENGE

Get a team together and challenge yourselves with this simulation-based team-building, learning and networking program using real local government themes.

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EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Our Excellence Awards recognise outstanding achievement and innovation in local government, contributing to the advancement and improvement of the sector.

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IN-HOUSE TRAINING

We offer off the shelf and bespoke In-house Training solutions to meet the diverse needs of your council. We can arrange for any of our programs to be delivered on-site for your convenience.

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SHORT COURSES

Ranging from a half-day upskill or a more in-depth two-day session, our Short Courses are an effective, efficient and affordable way to develop new skills and enhance your career.

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Upcoming Programs & Events

  • 2025 Strategic Management Program

    • 06 Feb 2025
    • 15 Aug 2025
    • 10 sessions
    • University of South Australia City West Campus, North Terrace, Adelaide and Virtual
    • 7

    Developed in partnership with UniSA and local government experts, the Strategic Management Program (SMP) has been designed to increase the skills and capabilities of leaders and managers in local government.

    Participants will build high-level leadership and management skills within a local government context, and learn technical skills to manage business functions and enhance innovation, strategic thinking, business acumen and operational excellence. 

    Download the prospectus here

    Registrations at our events and programs are open to Local Government Professionals Australia, SA members, council employees, employees of regional subsidiaries and Local Government Professionals Australia, SA invited guests unless specified otherwise on the event or program brochure.

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  • 2025 Ignite Program

    • 06 Feb 2025
    • 04 Feb 2026
    • 15 sessions
    • Various
    • 0
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    The LG Professionals SA Ignite Program is a leadership learning path for supervisors, team leaders and coordinators in local government across South Australia.

    The focus of the program is to enable those who have limited experience in managing and leading people to develop the competencies required to be successful in their role. 

    Download the full prospectus here.


    Registrations at our events and programs are open to Local Government Professionals Australia, SA members, council employees, employees of regional subsidiaries and Local Government Professionals Australia, SA invited guests unless specified otherwise on the event or program brochure.

    By registering for this event/forum/program you will be subscribed to the LG Professionals SA mailing list. Should you wish to unsubscribe at any time, please email eve@lgprofessionalssa.org.au.


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  • AI Transformation: Introduction to AI

    • 02 May 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 0
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    Join us for an eye-opening and educational session on the potential of AI!

    Discover how AI is enhancing productivity, transforming industries and unlocking new opportunities to be efficient. We’ll delve into the benefits of AI and its offerings; from automating routine tasks to driving innovation. Learn how AI has been used for years up until this point, and how AI has developed over time to be more accessible and user-friendly as ever.

    To support you in your journey, this session will explore the challenges and risks associated with AI, including ethical concerns, job displacement, and data privacy issues. Learn practical strategies to mitigate these problems and harness AIs full potential responsibly. Whether you’re an industry professional or just curious about AI, this session is your gateway to understanding and mastering the future.

    Suitable For: All staff within local government, especially decision makers.

    Key Learnings:

    This session provides an overview and basis for understanding the very essence of artificial intelligence. It’s designed to:

    • Allow decision makers the ability to make informed decision on AI use
    • Allow decision makers to future proof decision making due to their understanding of how AI actually works
    • Allow workers an overview of its ability to boost productivity
    • Allow people to comprehend its benefits for work and home
    • Allow everyone to understand its challenges, dangers and possible bias
    • Understand the requirement for appropriate and safe AI use, stay within your governance and data privacy guidelines
    • Understanding the limitations and issues of this technology
    • Best Practice application of external generative AI.

    This course will be delivered online via Zoom. 

    For more information, visit lgprofessionalssa.org.au/ai-training



    Registrations at our events and programs are open to Local Government Professionals Australia, SA members, council employees, employees of regional subsidiaries and Local Government Professionals Australia, SA invited guests unless specified otherwise on the event or program brochure.

    By registering for this event/forum/program you will be subscribed to the LG Professionals SA mailing list. Should you wish to unsubscribe at any time, please email eve@lgprofessionalssa.org.au.


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  • Advanced Project Management

    • 06 May 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • LG House, 148 Frome Street Adelaide SA 5000
    • 2
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    Project management is something we do every day in local government and it’s an area we should be leaders in.

    Beyond providing you with essential knowledge and skills to plan, manage and execute projects on time and on budget, this program takes a deeper dive into project management theory and looks at both operational and strategic elements of project management.

    Best suited to those who have some project management experience behind them, and those that have completed the Introduction to Project Management course.

    This course will be delivered in person at LG House, 148 Frome Street, Adelaide. 

    For more information, visit lgprofessionalssa.org.au/advanced-project-management.


    Registrations for this event are open to Local Government Professionals Australia, SA members, council employees, employees of regional subsidiaries and Local Government Professionals Australia, SA invited guests.

    By registering for this event/forum/program you will be subscribed to the LG Professionals SA mailing list. Should you wish to unsubscribe at any time, please email eve@lgprofessionalssa.org.au.

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  • 24th Annual Leadership Excellence Awards Gala Dinner

    • 09 May 2025
    • 6:30 PM - 11:30 PM
    • Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace Adelaide
    Registration is closed

    The Local Government Professionals Australia, SA Leadership Excellence Awards Program recognises outstanding achievement and innovation in local government. The association is pleased to present a program that not only recognises excellence, but contributes to the advancement and improvement of local government as a sector.

    Join us to celebrate the achievements of local government professionals.

    Event Details:

    • Pre-Dinner Arrivals: 6:30pm

    • Dinner: 7:00pm

    • Dress: Cocktail

    Registrations must close Friday 2 May. Registrations can be made by contacting mhay@lgprofessionalssa.org.au to secure your place.

    For assistance, please email mhay@lgprofessionalssa.org.au or phone 8224 2080.

    This event is only open to people employed by a council or other local government entity unless they are event sponsors or corporate partners. 

    Note: A cancellation policy applies to this event. Please view the policy here before registering. 

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  • 2025 Emerging Leaders Program

    • 29 May 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 28 Nov 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Various Locations
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    The Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is a program aimed to provide participants with a greater level of comprehension and understanding of local government; increased understanding of leadership concepts and practices and how to integrate these learnings into the workplace, increased confidence; enhanced self-awareness; an appreciation of and an ability to work with different personality types; the opportunity to challenge their assumptions. 

    The 2025 Emerging Leaders Program has currently sold out. Please join our waitlist in case a place becomes available.

    Download the prospectus here.


    Registrations at our events and programs are open to Local Government Professionals Australia, SA members, council employees, employees of regional subsidiaries and Local Government Professionals Australia, SA invited guests unless specified otherwise on the event or program brochure.

    By registering for this event/forum/program you will be subscribed to the LG Professionals SA mailing list. Should you wish to unsubscribe at any time, please email admin@lgprofessionalssa.org.au.

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  • Save the Date: LG Professionals SA Women's Network Forum

    • 11 Jun 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM


    Registrations for this event/program are not yet available. Please continue to check this page as further details will be provided closer to the event.

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  • Save the Date: Business Performance and Improvement Network Forum

    • 23 Jul 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Registrations for this event/program are not yet available. Please continue to check this page as further details will be provided closer to the event.

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  • Introduction to Project Management

    • 28 Jul 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • LG House, 148 Frome Street Adelaide SA 5000
    • 18
    Register


    Project management is a fundamental skill in our modern workforce, as it ensures that what is being delivered is not only right, but that it also delivers against the business opportunity - so it's important that we get it right.

    This course is designed to cover the basic principles of managing projects to help you plan, control and organise activities to ensure that you are delivering successful projects every time. It is best suited for staff who may be new to managing projects or have not previously undertaken any formal project management training.

    This course will be delivered in person at LG House, 148 Frome Street, Adelaide. 

    For more information, visit lgprofessionalssa.org.au/introduction-to-project-management.

    Registrations at our events and programs are open to Local Government Professionals Australia, SA members, council employees, employees of regional subsidiaries and Local Government Professionals Australia, SA invited guests unless specified otherwise on the event or program brochure.

    By registering for this event/forum/program you will be subscribed to the LG Professionals SA mailing list. Should you wish to unsubscribe at any time, please email eve@lgprofessionalssa.org.au.


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