Local Government NSW

LGNSW is seeking applications from mayors and councillors to represent local government on the National Parks and Wildlife Advisory Council. The Advisory Council advises the Minister for the Environment and the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water on issues relating to the operation and management of national parks and reserves, and meets four times a year. 📅 Applications close Monday 19 May. More info > bit.ly/4cBg0T2 #CouncilsDo

UPCOMING WEBINAR 💻 Talent Attraction - Keeping it Local Join Careers at Council for their next webinar in the Local Legends: Community Career Stories webinar series. 📅 Thursday 15 May | 3.30-4.15pm This free webinar will feature Renee Butterworth, Talent and Resourcing Officer, from Port Macquarie Hastings Council, who will share insights into how the council turned a talent shortage into a local success story. More info OR register today 👇 #CareersatCouncil #CouncilsDo

Hurry 🚨 Final week to register for the Rural & Regional Summit Join us on Thursday 8 May at the State Library of NSW for this crucial one-day event as we connect you with industry peers, topic experts and government officials who will discuss the pressing issues facing rural and regional communities. 📅 Registrations close Thursday 24 April. REGISTER NOW > bit.ly/4jqYnHR #LGNSWSummit25 #LGNSWEvents

Get ahead 💻 submit your Local Government Week Awards entry now Make the most of the Easter and Anzac Day downtime - it's the perfect opportunity to finalise your application and showcase your council's great work. 📝 Award Categories 👉 RH Dougherty Events and Communications Awards 👉 Leo Kelly OAM Arts and Culture Awards 👉 LGNSW Planning Awards 📅 Submit your entry before 11.59pm, Sunday 4 May. More info OR apply now > bit.ly/3EUU7Bo #LGWeekAwards2025 #LGWeek2025 #LGNSWEvents

Collaborate, innovate and shape the future of EV infrastructure 🚗 Now in its second year, the EV Infrastructure Summit provides a dedicated platform for local and state government officials to engage with the challenges and opportunities surrounding EV infrastructure. As key decision-makers in planning, regulation, and implementation, this is an opportunity to gain actionable insights into the latest trends, technologies, and strategies driving the transition to electric vehicles. 📅 17-18 June 📍 Sydney More info OR register today > bit.ly/42bpCjR #CouncilsDo #EVInfrastructure

Today we attended the Sydney Australian Defence Force Member and Family Transition Seminar at the Hilton Hotel with a number of other NSW agencies we work with. We spoke to 91 veterans and/or partners prior to lunch. We are looking forward to the afternoon rush. We had Kay Heinecke, Darrin Campbell, Aeron Santos, Glenn Robinson from Corrective Services NSW, Jamie Hampson from Transport for NSW, Katherine Hadland from TAFE NSW, Mel Maton and Paris Chalmers Lapham from teach.NSW - Department of Education and Devika Mudaliar and Meha P from Local Government NSW. “𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐𝒈𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓, 𝒘𝒆 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒎𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒂 𝑫𝒊𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆!” Royal Australian Navy Australian Army Royal Australian Air Force #veteran #veterans #veteranshelpingveterans #veteransupport #veteransemployment

Our team is onsite today at the Australian Defence Force Member & Family Transition Seminar in Sydney. If you're in attendance, stop by the Careers at Council booth to say hello to the team or to discover the opportunities available with councils across Australia. More info below 👇

MANAGEMENT ROLE 💼 NAMBUCCA VALLEY COUNCIL is seeking a Manager Human Resources to lead manage its HR function. The Manager Human Resources is responsible for leading and managing Council’s Human Resources function to ensure best practice in: ✏️ Workforce planning ✏️ Industrial relations ✏️ Recruitment ✏️ Training and development ✏️ Workplace health and safety ✏️ Payroll, and ✏️ Employee engagement. The role will provide strategic and operational HR support to management and staff to foster a productive, compliant, and positive work environment. 📅 Applications close Monday 5 May. More info OR apply now > bit.ly/4ifs4ue #LGMSExecutiveRecruitment #CouncilsDo #HumanResources

Time is running out 🏃 Final weeks to register for the Employment Law Seminar This full-day event will bring together private practice and senior in-house lawyers to explore the dynamic intersection of employment law and its impact on local government Attendees will gain insights into the latest legislative developments, practical strategies, and emerging trends. 📅 Thursday 8 May 📍 Swissotel Sydney REGISTER NOW > bit.ly/4jJWhDd #LGNSWELS25 #LGNSWEvents

MEET THE LGNSW TEAM 🤝 A warm welcome to Helen Stark, who has joined LGNSW's Advocacy team as Senior Policy Officer, Ageing and Aged Care. Before joining LGNSW, Helen worked in the policy team at the Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority, an independent government agency that assists the Australian Government to fund hospital and aged care services more efficiently by providing evidence-based price determinations and pricing advice. Her career spans federal and state government policy and project roles and management consulting with expertise in health and social policy, project delivery, and system reform. 📝 We asked Helen a few questions to learn a little more about her and her thoughts on her new role 👇 🗨️ What do you hope to achieve in your role? I’ve always been drawn to the challenge of turning complex policy into meaningful change on the ground. In this role, I’m looking forward to working closely with our members to advocate for strong, forward-thinking policy outcomes that reflect the diverse needs of communities across NSW. I’m especially passionate about using data, research, and lived experience to drive evidence-based policy, and I hope to contribute to work that empowers councils to deliver high-impact local solutions. 🗨️ What do you love most about the local government sector? What I love most about the local government sector is its immediacy. Councils are at the frontline of community life. They shape the places where people live, work, and connect—and the sector is full of people who care deeply about doing good work for their communities. It’s a privilege to be part of that. 🗨️ What’s the best advice you’ve ever received? “Listen more than you speak—especially when you think you already know the answer.” It’s been a helpful reminder to stay curious, seek diverse perspectives, and always make room for learning. Welcome to the team, Helen 👏 #YourLGNSW #LGNSWTeam