Local Government Association of Tasmania (LGAT)

We're inviting applications from organisations / individuals for inclusion on a Multiple Use Register (MUR) for the provision of external Dispute Resolution Advisor services to Tasmanian councils. The MUR will support councils’ selection of external Dispute Resolution Advisors to resolve disputes under their respective Dispute Resolution Policies. The MUR will commence on 15 November 2024 and continue for a period of three years expiring 15 November 2027, with the possibility of extension. Applications must be lodged electronically. More information can be found on TenderLink: https://lnkd.in/gR5rr5tC

Are you interested in doing business with local government in Tasmania?  The following arrangements are open for tender from today until 2:00pm AEST, Friday 22 November 2024. Businesses interested in supplying goods and services to Tasmanian councils should apply. • Spare Parts and Associated Services LB318 • Tyres, Wheels, and Associated Services LB317 • Trucks, Buses, Specialised Trucks, Bodies & Trailers NPN1.23 • Chemical Supply LB337. More information can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gKz89ZAg

The Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia International Asset Management Congress is being held on 28 and 29 November at the National Convention Centre in Canberra. This dynamic two-day event will bring together the brightest minds in infrastructure asset management and will feature dual streams, offering an unparalleled opportunity for attendees to engage with global experts, sector leaders, and peers. The event features a stellar line-up of keynote speakers, industry leaders, policy makers and asset management professionals, including international guest speakers from the UK, South Africa, Canada and New Zealand. There’s also an opportunity to join IPWEA on their Congress Study Tour which will run on 26 and 27 November, prior to the Congress. The Tour offers you the chance to take a behind the scenes look at the Australian Institute of Sport and Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council. IPWEA are offering LGAT members a special code for $100 off your ticket price. Just use the code IAMC100 at the checkout. Find out more and register here: https://lnkd.in/gcx9eHxr

📢 Have your say: Shape Tasmania’s 20-Year Preventive Health Strategy. The State Government has released a Discussion Paper inviting all Tasmanians to contribute to the development of a new 20-Year Preventive Health Strategy. Over 70% of health outcomes are influenced by factors beyond healthcare alone. These factors include the conditions in which people are born, grow, work, live, and age. To transform Tasmania’s health outcomes, we need to address the root causes of health issues and look at the systems that affect our health. This includes not just our health system, but areas like employment, education, transport, poverty, early childhood experiences, housing, planning, food security, and social inclusion. The State Government is seeking input from government agencies, health and community sector organisations, subject matter experts and members of the Tasmanian community. Read the Discussion Paper and choose from one of the options outlined here: https://lnkd.in/gg5ZMHDw

Our Procurement Team has enjoyed travelling around Tasmania this month to deliver training to council staff involved with civil works contracting and management. Around 50 staff from 21 different councils learned about standard form contracts, specific contracts involving the GC21 suite and the key features of GC212 contracts. This training will enable council staff to engage with LGAT's Procurement Civil Works Panel which recently went live. Learn more about LGAT Procurement: https://lnkd.in/gVfMK__r

It's 26Ten Week! 📖 Improving the literacy of Tasmanians has a positive impact on our communities and we are proud to partner with 26Ten as they champion that cause. This year, 26Ten are celebrating the importance of literacy and numeracy for the whole family. Whether you sing, read a book together or play board games, these are all activities that promote literacy and numeracy skills. Find out more about 26Ten Week: https://lnkd.in/gV48U4KM

We're looking forward to welcoming Brett Ellis ESM as a keynote speaker at our upcoming Health and Wellbeing Forum. Brett is the Managing Director of The Resilience Canopy, a not for profit dedicated to building strong challenge-ready communities across Australia with a focus on supporting those most in need. He also has 30 years of experience supporting organisations and communities in risk management and resilience building, including response and recovery efforts following the devastating 2009 Black Saturday Bushfires. At our Forum, Brett will share his community engagement model and how this has impacted on results and outcomes. Join us on 13 November 2024: https://lnkd.in/gsn_zYUU

On behalf of the state’s 29 councils, we welcome the appointment of Kerry Vincent as the Minister for Local Government. Our President, Mayor Mick Tucker, congratulated Kerry on his new role. “We are pleased to have Kerry as Minister, he was one of our sector’s most experienced and respected Mayors before moving to State Parliament earlier this year,” Mayor Tucker said. We would like to thank outgoing Minister, Nic Street for his collaborative approach with the local government sector and we wish him all the best for the next stage of his Parliamentary career. Read our media release: https://lnkd.in/gPexVYTZ #LGTas #LocalGovernment

🗞 NEWS FROM US The October 2024 edition of LGAT News it out now! This month we cover: - Recent submissions by LGAT - An update from our Safeguarding Children team - Development Assessment Panels consultation - Changes to the Code of Conduct Framework - A reflection on our Annual Conference and Awards - Upcoming events and training opportunities ... and more! Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gK63P7kP

Calling all suppliers! 📢 Tenders are now open for the cost-effective supply of electricity to Participating Councils! For details on how to apply, see our website: https://lnkd.in/gKz89ZAg