Local Government Association of Tasmania (LGAT)

🗞️ NEWS FROM US The first edition of LGAT News for 2025 is out now. This month we cover: - Priorities for the sector for the next state budget - An update on our civil works panels - Regional Drought Resilience Plan surveys - The Risk Information Portal for Tasmania - Available grants and training opportunities ... and more! Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gqpYVrEq

We have been working with local organisations to support learning and development in safeguarding children and young people. Our Safeguarding Children team has developed a program of regional in-person training for the first half of 2025 for council staff and elected representatives. These sessions will cover: -Identification and awareness of child abuse. -Introduction to Trauma. -Trauma Informed Practice. -Trauma Informed Managers. Our first session kicks off next week in Ulverstone! We're excited to get on the road and bring these events to councils across Tasmania. View the full list of workshops: https://lnkd.in/gNFwGPrK

Calling all Tassie councils! Have you delivered a project that made a positive impact on your community? Nominate it today for recognition on a national stage. Our own City of Launceston took home the Regional Growth Award last year and we'd love to see another Tasmanian council recognised in 2025. Entry details below 👇

We are excited to share the Minister's official announcement that Recycle Rewards will launch on 1 May 2025. Recycle Rewards will provide Tasmanians with a 10 cent refund for returning eligible drink containers to designated refund points, helping to keep Tasmania beautiful and creating clean streams of recycled materials that will help build our circular economy.   TasRecycle is proud to be the appointed Scheme Coordinator of Tasmania's Container Refund Scheme and look forward to partnering with the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) and TOMRA Cleanaway Tasmania to deliver the scheme for Tasmanians.  We've been working hard behind the scenes, follow us on LinkedIn for more updates as we approach 1 May!

The Tasmanian Government is developing a Volunteering Strategy & Action Plan to strengthen volunteering across the state. Volunteering Tasmania wants to hear from a range of stakeholders, including those in local government, to help inform this work. You're invited to participate in an upcoming forum being held in the three regions and online so you can help shape the future of volunteering. Details below 👇

We are looking for a project officer to work in our Sector Services team to support the development and delivery of a number of products and services for our members. The role will require you to support the development of new initiatives, undertake research and work with suppliers and councils to manage and support the use of the LGAT panels established to support councils with procurement. This position may suit a new graduate looking to start a rewarding career in local government. If you've got strong analytical and research skills, an excellent communication style and can manage your time effectively, we'd love to talk to you. Applications close at 9.00am on Monday 3 March 2025. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gz--rjPW

The State Government is proposing an extension of the Urban Growth Boundary across Greater Hobart. These boundary changes aim to provide additional growth opportunities in Brighton, Clarence, Kingborough and Sorell. Consultation is open until 5:00pm, Friday 14 March 2025. View the proposed maps here: https://lnkd.in/ggeJx9v4

Are you looking to grow your knowledge or expand your skills in youth participation and engagement? The Youth Network of Tasmania is hosting a free 3 hour workshop designed for staff, team leaders and managers working in local government and community sectors. Attendees will gain confidence and knowledge in evidence-informed, best-practice youth participation to meet Child and Youth Safe Standards. Don't miss this chance to network with your peers and build practical skills to support better engagement with young people. Workshops are being held in Burnie, Launceston, Hobart, Queenstown, Rosebery, Devonport, Scottsdale and Deloraine throughout 2025. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gSPK_dVF

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 28 February 2025. - Chemical Supply - Corporate Clothing, Workwear and PPE - ICT Solutions, Products, Services and New Technologies - Marketing, Media, Print Services and Promotional - Plan and Equipment Dry Hire - Recruitment: Temporary and Labour Hire Services - Spare Parts and Associated Services - Tyres, Wheels and Associated Services. Businesses interested in supplying goods and services to Tasmanian councils should apply: https://lnkd.in/gKz89ZAg

We are looking for an experienced policy and program person to manage programs and advocate for local government in Tasmania. Your key policy and advocacy areas will be land use planning and development where you will represent LGAT and the sector's interests. You'll engage with councils and other stakeholders and contribute to the development of strategies to enhance local government's capacity and performance. If you've got demonstrated policy and program skills and experience, with a track record of achievement and delivering creative solutions, we'd love to hear from you. Applications close at 9.00am on Monday 17 February. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gz--rjPW #LGTas #JobOpportunity #SeniorPolicyAdviser