LOCAL GOVERNMENT NEWS
LGMA Queensland Annual General Meeting 2009 - Minutes
To download a copy of the draft Minutes from the 2009 LGMA Queenland Annual General Meeting, please click here.
Department of Infrastructure & Planning - Queensland Planning Provisions Public Consultation
The draft Queensland Planning Provisions have been released and are now open for public consultation as part of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 passed by Parliament on the 16 September 2009.
To find out more information about the Queensland Planning Provisions and obtain a copy, visit www.dip.qld.gov.au/qpp. The closing date for submissions is 5pm on Monday 23 November 2009. An electronic copy of the queensland Planning Provisions will also be provided to every local government for their information and comment.
In February 2008, the LGMA National board adopted a national strategy to advance women in local government into senior management positions. A key strategy platform is the development and promotion of a Year of Women in Local Government in 2010.
To ensure this initiative was relevant to the sector, a national forum of representatives from local, state and federal government departments, local government associations and professional peak bodies was held on 2-3 September 2008 at the Rydges Lakeside, Canberra.
Five key issues to advancing women into senior management positions were identified during the forum. These include:
• Removing structural barriers to the advancement of women into senior management positions;
• Improving the image of local government an as employer of choice for women;
• Preparing women to lead and succeed;
• Affirming women’s rights to be “at the table”; and
• Implementing effective evaluation methods for measuring meaningful progress.
In an overwhelming show of solidarity by all levels of government, peak professional bodies and local government representatives, it was concluded that LGMA facilitate a Year of Women in Local Government in 2010 to raise awareness and educate the local government sector on the value and contribution of women in senior management roles.
For more information on the Year of Women in Local Government, please click here.
Women in Local Government Mentoring Program
In partnership with McArthur, LGMA Qld introduces the Women in Local Government Mentoring Program. Designed to provide professional development, career advancement and networking, this program is aimed at professional women within local government who are aspiring to further their careers within the sector.
The Women in Local Government Mentoring Program aims to support and guide professional women currently working within local government to: broaden their knowledge of leadership and business; build their networks both internally and externally; create career development opportunities; and engage with senior leaders.
In their first year, participants are matched with a mentor who will meet with them on a regular basis to discuss ways in which to develop their career. They will also attend workshops designed to enhance their professional development and, in doing so, network with other participants of the mentoring program.
In their second year, select delegates who have successfully graduated from the mentoring program will be invited to take on a leadership role in mentoring others and become a part of the Women in Local Government Alumni.
Program Participants
Mentees
The LGMA Qld Women in Local Government Mentoring Program is tailored to women in Qld local government who are committed to personal growth and career progression.
Mentors
A mentor must have a minimum of five years recent experience as a proven manager (within local government or another relevant sector). The mentor must sign an agreement stating they will avoid all conflicts of interest and will not breach confidentiality. Strong communication skills are essential and both men and women are encouraged to act as mentors. Mentors must be prepared to contribute approximately 12 hours over the course of the program.
Program Fees
The mentee participant cost for the LGMA Qld Women in Local Government Mentoring Program for one year is $2,200.00 (inclusive of GST) for existing LGMA Qld Members. The cost for non members is $2,500.00 (inclusive of GST) and includes membership of LGMA Qld at an Affiliate or otherwise eligible level until 30th June 2011. There is no fee for mentors accepted into the program.
Program Contacts
All queries reagrding the Mentoring Program should be directed to LGMA Qld on 07 3000 2288 or admin@lgmaqld.org.au. Alternatively enquiries can be directed to the program manager at McArthur on 07 3211 9700 or debra.colledge@macarthur.com.au.
To download a Women in Local Government Mentoring Program Application Form please click here.
LGMA Wish Flight
It was with much delight that LGMA Queensland presented Make-A-Wish Australia with the proceeds of the LGMA Wish Flight at the recent Annual Conference Gala Dinner. Through the support of the Queensland councils, employees and community, LGMA was very pleased to present at cheque to Make-A-Wish for $50,000. In addition to this amazing figure, through a Silent Auction containing items donated by some of LGMA's sponsors and the Grand Auction of a saphire ring, we were very pleased to add another $8,065 to the total raised in the LGMA Wish Flight. That brings the total amount raised for Make-A-Wish over the years to close to $220,000.
On behalf of the pilots, Nick Clarke, Damon Fealy and John Adcock, the LGMA Board and of course Make-A-Wish Australia, we would like to thank everyone who was involved and for the generous support provided by Queensland local government and communities.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT EVENTS
2009 Annual Conference
This year's Annual Conference held in October 2009 was a great success. We have received several presentations from presenters and they are available for download by clicking here.
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