The People and Culture Network Conference is designed to challenge your thinking about the future of the local government workforce

Overview

Join us for the 2024 LG Professionals SA People and Culture Network Conference as we unpack issues relevant to people and culture professionals in local government today, and equip you with the tools and knowledge to influence across all levels, providing the opportunity to grow your skills and expand your networks, connecting with colleagues from across the state. .

Attendees will leave with:

A practical understanding of team psychological safety, and an actionable psychological safety framework
A new perspective from HR, WHS and P&C professionals working outside the local government sector, and proven innovative strategies which can be applied within councils
An understanding of how focussing on employee engagement can deliver successful outcomes
Insights into what EAP providers are currently seeing from local government organisations, and recommendations to enhance wellbeing strategies
Knowledge of current trends and innovations in the people and culture sector
The ability to think with a ‘Champion Mindset’ and leverage it to achieve amazing results

and more!

Who should attend:

CEOs
General Managers / Directors
People & Culture / Organisational Development and Learning & Development Staff
If you work closely with the people and culture department you are encouraged to attend

Key Dates

The 2024 People and Culture Network Conference was held on Friday 5 July at Crowne Plaza Adelaide.

Resources

Contact

Megan Down
Manager - Events & Partnerships
e: megan@lgprofessionalssa.org.au
p: 08 8224 2088

Megan Hay
Events Coordinator
e: mhay@lgprofessionalssa.org.au
p: 08 8224 2087

2023 People and Culture Network Conference: 'Leading the Future'

On Friday 28 July, 80 people and culture professionals representing 30 councils and subsidiaries from across South Australia gathered at the Adelaide Convention Centre for the 2023 LG Professionals SA People & Culture Network Conference ‘Leading the Future’. The conference presented the opportunity for those in our sector with a responsibility for, or interest in, people and culture to invest in themselves and their development, connect with their colleagues, learn from each other, and gain valuable knowledge from a range of expert speakers.

Annie Harvey opened the day, and questioned what we could say when asked ‘How are you?’, apart from ‘Busy!’ which has become the default response for many. Matt Anderson had us questioning how we can become more innovative in our day-to-day roles, and Samantha Wilkinson provided an insightful presentation on the use of technology in HR. Mark Puncher from Employer Branding Australia reminded delegates that they are doing fantastic work, and it is important to share these great stories far and wide to ensure we are attracting the best talent to the local government sector. We heard an interesting perspective on HR investigations from leading South Australian expert Susan Sadler and a fantastic presentation on effective leadership from Deb Dickson. The day rounded out with an inspiring keynote presentation from Sophia Symeou on how to create the workforces of the future that we need.

Ritu Datta, People & Culture Network Committee member, from City of Mount Gambier acted as the conference emcee for the day and did a fantastic job of weaving the day together, providing insights and humour for delegates all day long. The day wrapped up with informal networking, with delegates sharing their newfound knowledge and inspiration from the day.

Thank you to the LG Professionals SA People & Culture Network Committee for putting together such a fantastic day for their sector colleagues, and thank you to all who attended, taking important time out of the office to invest in your development.

View the 2023 Conference Program

Mailing Address: 148 Frome Street ADELAIDE SA 5000 Phone: 08 8224 2080 Email: admin@lgprofessionalssa.org.au