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 Environmental Leadership and Sustainability are:
Renown Park Living Streets Project
Sam Adams - Manager Engineering Strategy and Assets, City of Charles Sturt
Mick Blackie - City Infrastructure Project Lead, City of Charles Sturt
Bill Morias - Coordinator Engineering Design, City of Charles Sturt
Kath Mardon - Community Engagement Officer Engineering, City of Charles Sturt
What if road renewal could simultaneously address climate resilience, biodiversity, urban heat and community wellbeing? The City of Charles Sturt's Renown Park Living Streets Project is transforming suburban streets into green, people-focused community spaces through innovative design, extensive landscaping and cultural collaboration. This presentation will showcase how councils can reimagine traditional infrastructure projects to deliver environmental, social and economic benefits for generations to come.
Leading The Way with Solar Recycling
Michaela Tamlin - Strategic Project Officer Energy and Climate, City of Mitcham
Chandler Giles - Manager Strategic Projects and Programs, City of Mitcham
As solar panel waste emerges as a growing challenge across Australia, the City of Mitcham has pioneered South Australia's first council-led solar recycling program. By creating a practical circular economy solution that combines local government leadership with private sector partnerships, the initiative is diverting significant waste from landfill while supporting future industry development. Hear how this scalable model is helping councils tackle a national sustainability challenge with innovation and impact.
Environmental Sustainability Program
Sebastian Carr - Environmental Sustainability Officer, City of Port Lincoln
Discover how the City of Port Lincoln is delivering a comprehensive sustainability agenda through strategic planning, strong partnerships and evidence-based decision-making. From carbon reduction and waste diversion to water security and climate resilience, the council is achieving measurable environmental outcomes while securing significant external investment. Attendees will gain insights into how a coordinated approach can accelerate sustainability outcomes across multiple areas of local government.
Walkleys Road Corridor Development 6 Star Green Star Communities Certification
Joanne Owen - Development Manager, City of Salisbury
Learn how the City of Salisbury achieved South Australia's first fully residential development to receive a 6 Star Green Star Communities Certification, setting a new benchmark for sustainable urban development. Designed to balance sustainability, affordability and liveability, the Walkleys Road Corridor project demonstrates what is possible when environmental performance is embedded from the outset. This session will highlight key lessons for councils seeking to create resilient, future-focused communities.
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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