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A word from the CEO Congratulations to all our Award Winners!
It was fabulous to see some 380 of you at our Gala Awards Dinner on Friday 20 April.
For a full list of winners and photos of the event, be sure to click though to our 2012 Awards page from the article below.
A special congratulation to the City of Salisbury for winning the 2012 Management Challenge.
The Challenge was once again held at AAMI stadium and the theme was “the temperature is rising.”
The 2012 Emerging Leaders Program will commence on 8 May with 21 participants coming together to begin their journey.
I look forward to catching up with many of you in Perth at our National Congress commencing 20 May.
All the best as you prepare budgets and round up the financial year!
Taryn
(a.k.a Tazza the Tipper)
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Country Spotlight - Andrew Cameron, District Council of Yorke Peninsula
This month we chat to Andrew Cameron, Chief Executive Officer at the District Council of Yorke Peninsula.
Hi Andrew - What do you enjoy most?
Watching the mighty Pies marching to another flag, although someone should have told me that Buckley was taking a gap year.
Ok - What do you enjoy least?
Collingwood losing and bad red wine.
read more...
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News Flash - we are moving office!
From the 1st May 2012 we will be located at:
3-5 Hauteville Terrace Eastwood SA 5063
(co-located with Dewings Accounting)
Our Post Office box remains the same:
PO BOX 754, KENT TOWN SA 5071
BUT
Our new main phone number will be 08 8291 7990
If you are passing by, drop in and say hello!
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Industry Trends - Facebook 
Facebook is not really a recent industry trend, as it should be part of every council's social media and engagement strategy.
But does your council have a presence on Facebook?
If not (or even if you do) here's a quick guide to 10 ways Facebook pages can help Local Governments to serve their communities...
Read more here..
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New appointments:
Cate Atkinson- CEO Wakefield Regional Council
Martin McCarthy – CEO Barossa Council
Philomena Taylor – Director Community Relations, Onkaparinga
Congratulations to all!
If you have recently been appointed to a new position, or know someone who has, please let us know and we will publish that information in this new column. Simply send the details in an email to members@lgmasa.org.au
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Are you a young manager? Do you want to attend the 2012 LGMA National Congress in Perth, for FREE?
The 2012 Raymond West Scholarship provides an opportunity for a young manager to attend the LGMA National Congress in Perth 20-23 May 2012.
For more information click here.
Hurry! Didn't we mention it's free?
Applications close April 30.
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LGMA National congress - it's not too late to get the earlybird pricing!
The National Congress, in late May, promises to be one of the "must attend" conferences of 2012. Don't miss this fantastic educational and networking opportunity - early bird pricing still open to end of April
Click here for more info, and to register
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Network News
If you would like to become a member of any of our networks in 2012 - just jump online and register here..
Community Managers Network
Aim: To provide leadership and support for people working in the Community Development and Community Services Sector within Local Government and related organisations.
Youth Development in Local Government – Future Roles research project.
Council’s should recognise the importance of young people in their communities within their Strategic Management Plans
That is one of the initial findings of Youth Development in Local Government – Future Roles research project.
This project is being conducted by Adelaide Hills Council on behalf of the Local Government Community Managers network, a key group within the LGMA. It is funded by the LGA’s Research and Development program and seeks to match the unique characteristics of Local Government Youth Development with people who are able to fulfil future roles.
read more...
Emerging Leaders Alumni Network
Aim: Bringing together professionals that have completed the Emerging Leaders Program to network, socialize and further develop their skills and contacts.
LGMA (SA) Emerging Leaders Alumni Network Social Event
31 May 2012 4:00 PM • The Historian Hotel, 18 Coromandel Place, Adelaide
Proudly sponsored by BRS
For more details, click here...
Women’s Network
Aim: The focus of the network is to maintain and improve the role of women employed in Local Government and identify and provide opportunities to network and /or gain development and training.
LGMA (SA) Women's Network Forum
27 Jun 2012 9:15 AM • City of Charles Sturt, Civic Centre, 72 Woodville Rd, Woodville
For more details, click here...
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Tips and Ideas - what are your strengths?
VIA Me! is a web-based tool to uncover your strengths - at work, home or leisure.
It's designed for individuals working towards personal growth
Visit VIA Me! to access the free VIA Inventory of Strengths (VIA Survey) and character strengths profile.
The VIA Me! website provides access to tools and resources designed to guide you in discovering your character strengths. By taking the free VIA Survey and receiving your free VIA Me! Character Strengths Profile, you’ll begin the journey of learning more about your core character strengths and how to use them to reach your maximum potential – at work, with family and in all of your relationships.
Click here to begin!
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Upcoming events
LGMA (SA) Emerging Leaders Alumni Network Social Event
31 May 2012 4:00 PM • The Historian Hotel, 18 Coromandel Place, Adelaide
Proudly sponsored by BRS
Click here for more details.
LGMA (SA) Women's Network Forum
27 Jun 2012 9:15 AM • City of Charles Sturt, Civic Centre, 72 Woodville Rd, Woodville
Click here for more details.
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Leadership Excellence Awards Dinner
Adelaide Convention Centre, 20 April 2012
What a night! More than 380 Local Government achievers revelled in the fun, festivities, great food and of course, great company throughout the night.
Well done to all those who took part in the awards, and of course hearty congratulations to all the category winners.
A full list of winners and photos from the night can be found here.
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Upcoming training
Register your Expression of Interest for one (or both) of these outstanding development programs:
1. 2012 Impact Leadership/Diploma of Management for leaders in Local Government
LGMA (SA) is collaborating with Proteus Leadership Centres to bring you this interactive program. The program uses a practical approach to personal and professional development, combining theory and work related experiences and is designed to have an immediate impact on an individual and organisational level.
Participants will explore ways to reach solutions to the real issues faced in the workplace, whilst learning about their own leadership style and behaviours.
Aug 9th and 10th
Sept 6th and 7th
Oct 11th and 12th
9am to 4pm daily
$2,500 per person ( an additional $1,450 is required to upgrade to the Diploma of Management)
Click here to register your interest to participate in this program/diploma 2012
2. 2012 Executive Leaders Program (XLP)
(13 November 2012, venue TBA)
A Sector Relevant Approach
Designed exclusively to equip and support senior executives in local government in South Australia, including new Chief Executive Officers, Directors, Senior Managers and aspiring CEOs’.
One of the most challenging career transitions in local government is moving from an operational focus to one requiring a strategic whole-of-council approach to leading and managing the full obligations of Council.
While the role of the Chief Executive Officer in South Australian local government is challenging, it is also highly rewarding for those who have the right mix of skills, experience, training and preparedness to lead in this uniquely diverse and dynamic environment.
However, this can sometimes be a difficult and daunting pursuit especially for those recently appointed or new to the sector.
3 day program, 9 to 4pm daily with Dinner on day 2
Click here to register your interest to participate in the 2012 XLP
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Membership Matters
Footy Tipping Table
Charles Sturt CEO Mark Withers has oriented his desk to the South so he can channel the spirits from the nearby Woodville Oval, to take an early lead in our footy tipping contest.
But where are the other CEO's? Are they using an alias below, or are they not even in the top 20?
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TIPPER
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TOTAL MARGIN
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TOTAL SCORE
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Mark Withers
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165
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29
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2
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Tazza
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149
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28
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3
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timothy tol
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171
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28
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4
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Madge
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172
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28
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5
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Hot Pies
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189
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28
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6
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Joe Hill
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200
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28
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7
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VeeDavo
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129
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27
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8
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Jackie Reddaway
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160
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27
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9
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Ryan England
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204
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27
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10
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Shane Sody
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170
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26
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11
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Nat Traeger
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193
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26
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12
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Neil Tredwell
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222
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26
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13
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Kate Symes
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236
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26
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14
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BlacknWhite2012
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183
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25
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15
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Ronnie
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161
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24
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16
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scary
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232
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24
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17
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Greg OConnor
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249
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24
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18
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Desma Fraser
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215
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22
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19
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Bree Hislop
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216
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22
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20
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Bobbi Atherton
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215
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21
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21
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Ryan England
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181
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LGMA Promotions - Thank you for your support!
We would like to acknowledge and thank our valued Corporate Partners for their ongoing support and enthusiasm as well as a big welcome to our new Corporate Partners for 2011/12. Please click on the link to see their logos, and while you are there, click on their logos to open their websites and learn more about them.
http://www.lgmasa.org.au/CorporatePartners
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New Members Please welcome our new LGMA (SA) Members this month:
Adrian Hill
Environmental Health Officer
City of Holdfast Bay
Ann Gibbons
Sustainability Planner - Environment
City of Marion
Bridget Ransome
Economic Development Officer
City of Marion
Christy Martin
Manager - Project Services
City of Salisbury
Ernie Icolaro
City of West Torrens
Fiona Deckert
Team Leader Service Management
Walkerville Council
Gary Brinkworth
Manager Environmental Services/Major Projects
Berri Barmera Council
Greg Perry
Manager Infrastructure Services
Berri Barmera Council
Jenny Brady
Events Coordinator
Campbelltown Council
Johnathon Conlon
Biodiversity Technical Officer
City of Onkaparinga
Julia Smethurst
Strategic Projects Officer
City of Marion
Karla Pickett
City of Onkaparinga
Kerry Price
City of Prospect
Kylie Flynn
City of Onkaparinga
Lorraine Vingerhoets
Development Assess. Officer - Building
City of Tea Tree Gully
Mandy Bosson
Senior Consultant, Community Property
Adelaide City Council
Michael Collins
Property Officer
Coorong District Council
Reece Harrison
Coordinator Asset Management
City of Charles Sturt
Rosemary Tanner
Program Manager
Executive Education Unit
Shannon O'Farrell
Community Development Officer - Volunteers
City of West Torrens
Tim Hoggan
Senior Contracts Officer
City of Marion
Not yet a member? Join now!
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About LGMA
Founded in 1936, Local Government Managers Australia is the leading Professional Association representing Managers and Aspiring Managers in Australia and Asia/Pacific.
LGMA is committed to the development and improvement of local government management. It is committed to maintaining high professional and ethical standards throughout the profession and to ensure that its members are at the forefront of change and innovation.
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