As part of LGMA's commitment to developing the next generation of leaders in local government, the Young Manager of the Year Award for Leadership and Management Excellence is awarded annually. The Award acknowledges and encourages leadership and management excellence and is presented to a young local government employee who has made an outstanding contribution to the positive growth of their council and community.

The Award is open to Managers aged 35 years or younger, who are employed by a Queensland local government and are a LGMA member (if not already an LGMA member now, you may join to be eligible for Nomination).

2022 YOUNG MANAGER OF THE YEAR

The Young Manager of the Year Award for Leadership and Management Excellence is now closed for nominations.

2021 YOUNG MANAGER OF THE YEAR

Congratulations to Rebecah Brosnan of Central Highlands Regional Council.  Rebecah was recognised for her dedication to customer service, leadership, communication and staff engagement.  Well done!  Brett de Chastel, LGMA Queensland President announced Rebecah as the 2021 Young Manager of the Year at the LGMA Queensland Awards for Excellence Gala on 27 May.

Rebecah Brosnan, front right, with CEO Scott Mason.  Back (left to right) Councillor Megan Daniels, General Manager Customer and Commercial Services Michelle Webster, and Customer Service staff Melianee Gangadoo, Christine Aquino, Ali Esplin, Georgia Down and Courtney Sessarago.

Congratulations Rebecah and the Central Highlands Team!  Great to see the festive celebrations.