AMPLIFY Awards Spotlight Series - Excellence in Local Economic Development

  • 24 Nov 2026
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Virtual via Teams

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Discover the outstanding projects and people shaping the future of local government through our AMPLIFY Awards Spotlight Series. This new initiative has been created to shine a light on the finalists of the 25th Annual Leadership Excellence Awards, providing a new way for our members to learn from the people, projects and ideas being recognised across the local government sector.

Across 11 webinars, each session will focus on a different award category, giving finalists the opportunity to share their projects, unpack their approach and highlight the outcomes they have achieved for their councils and communities.

Hear firsthand about the challenges they overcame, the lessons they learned, and the outcomes they achieved, while connecting with your peers from across the sector. Whether you're looking for fresh ideas, inspiration, or opportunities to collaborate, these sessions offer a unique chance to learn from some of local government's most outstanding leaders and projects.

AMPLIFY is designed to elevate best practice, support cross-council learning and create more opportunities for sector-wide connection in an accessible online format.


The finalists we will hear from in the category of Excellence in Local Economic Development are:


Northern Adelaide Jobs and Careers Expo

Jennes Walker - Manager Business Industry and Growth, City of Playford

How do you create meaningful connections between jobseekers, employers and educators at a time of significant workforce challenges? The Northern Adelaide Jobs and Careers Expo has become a powerful catalyst for employment outcomes, using immersive technology, practical workshops and industry partnerships to help thousands of people turn career aspirations into action.


PAE Cruise Season Program

Rosanna Francesca - Team Leader Economic Development and Visitor Economy, City of Port Adelaide Enfield

Zoe Brotherton - Visitor Information Centre Operations Coordinator, City of Port Adelaide Enfield

Cruise ships bring thousands of visitors to South Australia each year, but how can councils maximise the benefit for local businesses and communities? The City of Port Adelaide Enfield's Cruise Season Program has transformed passenger arrivals into a thriving economic opportunity, generating significant local spending while showcasing the region's unique attractions, heritage and hospitality.


Murraylands Skills Centre

Vanessa Leigh - Manager Economic Development, Rural City of Murray Bridge

Addressing regional workforce shortages requires more than training alone. The Murraylands Skills Centre is bringing together industry, education and business to create a hub for skills development, collaboration and innovation, helping individuals and employers build the workforce needed for the region's future growth.



This webinar will be delivered online via Microsoft Teams.


Please be aware that our AMPLIFY Awards Spotlight Series is open to LG Professionals SA Members only.


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