LGITSA - Local Government Information Technology South Australia

What a year we have had! 2024 has been one of LGITSA’s most successful and impactful to date. We hosted our May Forum, which gave members the opportunity to discuss the future role of local government IT and IM teams’, how they interact within their organisations, and the importance of continuing to drive flexibility and adaptability in the future. We continued our theme of adaptability at our September Conference, this year entitled ‘CTRL + ALT + ADAPT’, where we discussed the dynamic landscapes of IT and IM, the need to embrace and manage drivers of change, and strategies to adapt to evolving conditions well into the future. The September Conference coincided with our AGM, where we welcomed our 2024/25 Board and recognised the contributions of three key LGITSA members with Life Membership. Congratulations to Nathaniel Mason, Karin Swiatnik, and James Sinden on this well-deserved accolade. At the LGITSA Annual Gala Awards Dinner, we recognised the most innovative and resourceful within local government in South Australia. Congratulations to all 2024 award winners! We launched two new initiatives, the LGITSA Generative AI Guidelines and the LGITSA Data Governance Framework, both of which have been specifically designed to support South Australian Councils. Thank you to Robinson Ryan, the LGA South Australia, and all LGITSA Members for their contribution to the development of these documents. We would like to sincerely thank our sponsors for their ongoing support this year. We have been thrilled to welcome both new and returning sponsors onboard for 2024/25, and we thank them for their commitment to LGITSA and its members. Thank you to our platinum sponsors, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Box, and Compnow, our gold sponsors, Arctic Wolf, Bing Technologies Pty Ltd, Centelon Solutions, Comunet, Data#3, Datacom, Fortinet, Infor, ISD Cyber, MTX APAC, Nitro Software, ReadyTech, SynergyIQ, TechnologyOne, Veeam Software, Vestone Capital, Vocus, and YourDC, and our silver sponsor, Ricoh Australia. The LGITSA Board wishes you a safe and happy festive season. We can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store!

What a year we have had! 2024 has been one of LGITSA’s most successful and impactful to date. We hosted our May Forum, which gave members the opportunity to discuss the future role of local government IT and IM teams’, how they interact within their organisations, and the importance of continuing to drive flexibility and adaptability in the future. We continued our theme of adaptability at our September Conference, this year entitled ‘CTRL + ALT + ADAPT’, where we discussed the dynamic landscapes of IT and IM, the need to embrace and manage drivers of change, and strategies to adapt to evolving conditions well into the future. The September Conference coincided with our AGM, where we welcomed our 2024/25 Board and recognised the contributions of three key LGITSA members with Life Membership. Congratulations to Nathaniel Mason, Karin Swiatnik, and James Sinden on this well-deserved accolade. At the LGITSA Annual Gala Awards Dinner, we recognised the most innovative and resourceful within local government in South Australia. Congratulations to all 2024 award winners! We launched two new initiatives, the LGITSA Generative AI Guidelines and the LGITSA Data Governance Framework, both of which have been specifically designed to support South Australian Councils. Thank you to Robinson Ryan, the LGA South Australia, and all LGITSA Members for their contribution to the development of these documents. We would like to sincerely thank our sponsors for their ongoing support this year. We have been thrilled to welcome both new and returning sponsors onboard for 2024/25, and we thank them for their commitment to LGITSA and its members. Thank you to our platinum sponsors, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Box, and Compnow, our gold sponsors, Arctic Wolf, Bing Technologies Pty Ltd, Centelon Solutions, Comunet, Data#3, Datacom, Fortinet, Infor, ISD Cyber, MTX APAC, Nitro Software, ReadyTech, SynergyIQ, TechnologyOne, Veeam Software, Vestone Capital, Vocus, and YourDC, and our silver sponsor, Ricoh Australia. The LGITSA Board wishes you a safe and happy festive season. We can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store!

🚀 Unlock the Power of Data – Join us at the AWS Data Democratisation Workshop! 📅 Date: 12 December 2024 🕰️ Time: 9:00am – 4:45pm 📍 Location: Level 3/124 South Terrace, Adelaide SA 💸 Cost: Free 🎯 Target Audience: Data and Business Analysts, IT Leaders and Business Partners, Project Leads, Information and Data Management Professionals, Corporate and Strategic Reporting Analysts The future of government services lies in the ability to harness data for better decision-making and improved community outcomes. This hands-on workshop, hosted by AWS, will provide local government professionals with the tools and insights needed to democratise data across departments, enabling smarter, more efficient public services. Plus, we’ll explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can play a key role in transforming data into actionable insights. 🔑 What you'll learn: ▪️ Breaking down data silos: No-code techniques for integrating disparate data sources into a unified view for better decision-making. ▪️ Building a data-driven culture: Hands-on labs to help local governments establish a foundation for accessible, actionable data across teams. ▪️ Leveraging AWS tools: How to use Amazon QuickSight, AWS Glue, and other services to automate data processing, create visual dashboards, and empower non-technical users to explore insights. ▪️ Incorporating AI into data workflows: Practical demonstrations on how AI can enhance data analysis, develop predictive insights, and enhance decision-making in the public sector. ▪️ Security and compliance best practices: Understanding how to protect sensitive data while ensuring accessibility for authorised users. 🌐 Register today to secure your spot at https://lnkd.in/gH85CpQW

LGITSA State Achievement Awards Winner! Announcing the recipient of the LGITSA High Achiever of the Year Award for 2024: Bethany Loney Adelaide Plains Council This prestigious award is dedicated to individuals who have achieved the highest standards of excellence in IT/IM. Over the past 12 months in particular, Bethany has exemplified the outstanding qualities deserving of this award, with incredible work across the board. As Information Management Officer, Bethany has excelled in her field, proactively improving systems and business processes, while stepping up to the plate as senior manager and mentor roles and continuing to empower staff. Projects have included the introduction of IM training, implementation of records management software ‘Brolly’, all while managing internal projects and engaging stakeholders. We wish to congratulate Bethany on her significant achievements and well-deserved win, we cannot wait to see what the future holds! #LGITSA #LGITSAAWARDS2024 #IT #IM #informationtechnology #informationmanagement #innovation #localgovernment

LGITSA State Achievement Awards Winner! Announcing the recipient of the LGITSA Excellent Team of the Year Award for 2024: PORT PIRIE REGIONAL COUNCIL The Excellent Team of the Year Award is the recognition and celebration of a team in the field of IT and/or IM that has demonstrated exceptional performance and made significant contributions to their workplace or community. Port Pirie Regional Council has showcased their exemplary ability to set new standards of excellence through teamwork, cooperation, and collaboration. The team leading PPRC records management combined their unique skillsets and know-how to facilitate an unprecedented upgrade to the existing EDRMS, with a custom-made Business Classification Scheme, all while actively training and supporting staff along the way. By winning this distinguished award, Port Pirie Regional Council has demonstrated that they are at the forefront of innovation and excellence, with their Records Management team achieving remarkable results for their team and their organisation. We wish to congratulate Port Pirie Regional Council and their team for their astounding work and well-deserved win as Excellent Team of the Year! Danielle Bone, Manager Corporate Services Maddison Starke, Information Management Officer Maryann Clarke, Administration Assistant – Information Management Records Renee Carroll, Administration Assistant – Information Management Records #LGITSA #LGITSAAWARDS2024 #IT #IM #informationtechnology #informationmanagement #innovation #localgovernment

Strengthening cyber resilience for a more secure future! The SA Local Government Security Framework, created by LGITSA, outlines essential guidelines for securing Local Government Authority (LGA) environments. Key requirements include risk management, community data protection, secure remote access, and well-defined threat management processes. Join the Vocus team to a round table session with special guest, Vocus CISO, Suthagar Seevaratnam to discuss with your LGA peers the framework’s implications and explore how security solutions, including SASE, can assist in meeting these obligations.   Date | 4 December 2024 Time | 8am for 8.30am– 10am Venue | Vocus SA Boardroom, 149 Flinders St Adelaide 5000 RSVP | Monday 18 November 2024 advising of any dietary preferences   Please register your attendance here: https://lnkd.in/gE873ueA

Unlock the future of content! Join us for the Box SA Connect Breakfast! LGITSA members are invited to join LGITSA sponsor, Box at their exclusive Box SA Connect Breakfast, which will be held on November 20th at the Adelaide Marriott Hotel. The event is a great opportunity to meet with people from various sectors, including government and private enterprise, to dive into topics on content strategy, governance, and digital challenges. The day will also include 🔹 Live 1:1 Demos from our Senior Solution Engineer Cynthia Halim 🔹 The opportunity to tap into the live virtual BoxWorks Australia & New Zealand Event 🔹 Networking and engagement with industry peers Here’s the agenda: 8.15am | Attendees Arrival & Breakfast 8:35am | Olivia Nottebohm, COO: Live Welcome to ANZ 8.50am | Aaron Levie, CEO: Keynote – The new Era of Intelligent Content Management. Learn how we support diverse content strategies, with an easier and consolidated approach to managing, governing and securing content. 10.20am | Coffee Break 10.30am | Product Speaker – AI. Discover incredible new AI-powered products that provide instant insight from your unstructured content, make it easier to organise and govern, and enhance data security 11.00am | Product Speaker – Workflows. How we can help drive productivity by applying smart workflows to manual processes. 11.30am | Thank you & Wrap up This event is free to attend. Places are limited. Please register on the virtual event and the Box Team will send you a calendar invite for SA Connect event separately. Please register here: https://lnkd.in/gwmVWWMy If you have any questions about this event, please contact Rheniel Ibalio.

Australia’s AI Month runs from 14 October to 15 November 2024.      Now in its second year, AI Month encourages us to think about Australia’s AI proficiency.  It is an opportunity for us to consider how we can create an inclusive, responsible, and global-best domestic AI sector and share Australia’s AI expertise with the world, showcasing and celebrating our AI capabilities, talent, and potential.    LGITSA has developed the Local Government Generative AI Guidelines, which seek to promote sector wide awareness for the safe and responsible use of emerging technologies, specifically within the local government context.    With contributions from many of our colleagues, Member Councils and independent legal expertise, the AI Guidelines are intended to support local government agencies to consider the risks of Generative AI, embed safe AI-based practices, and remain proactive about the opportunities that the technology presents.     To view LGITSA’s Local Government Generative AI Guidelines, click below: https://lnkd.in/dwrY4VCc 

LGITSA State Achievement Awards Winner! Announcing the recipient of the LGITSA Sticks, Sticky Tape, and String Award for 2024: City of West Torrens   This aptly named award celebrates teams who have shown extraordinary resourcefulness through their achievement of outstanding results with minimal resources. Through clever and strategic utilisation they have realised remarkable improvements and successes within their organisation. The team at City of West Torrens has demonstrated their ingenuity by transforming an otherwise repetitive, time-consuming process into a streamlined and efficient workflow. By leveraging Council’s existing platforms and Microsoft licence, the team automated the parking complaints process and significantly reduced manual effort, enhanced accuracy and quickened response times, resulting in significant improvements for their internal teams, and the wider community. This outstanding example of creativity and efficiency is a true testament to innovative thinking, and we wish to congratulate the City of West Torrens on their award! Harry Driscoll, Senior IT Application Support Analyst Jasmine Kappler, Team Leader Community Safety Samara Farrell BMgmt (Mktg (Comms)), Adv Dip Policing, Senior Community Safety Officer Ana Tennick, Team Leader Customer Contact #LGITSA #LGITSAAWARDS2024 #IT #IM #informationtechnology #informationmanagement #innovation #localgovernment

LGITSA State Achievement Awards Winner! Announcing the recipient of the LGITSA Ideation Award for 2024: City of Unley The Ideation Award is the celebration of ‘outside the box’ thinking, recognising teams who creatively problem-solve and envision bold new projects. The IT & IM teams at the City of Unley have demonstrated their innovative and inventive thinking through the integration of AI technology into their operations. By reviewing their communications channels for more efficient ways to manage customer enquiries, the IT & IM teams capitalised on the opportunity to automate the processing of email requests using AI, removing the manual handling of 2,500 requests annually. Through creative thinking and design, the teams at City of Unley have showcased their ability to find solutions that stray from the norm, challenge conventional thinking, and uncover fresh opportunities for development and improvement. We wish to congratulate this year’s deserving winners for their outstanding work and innovation! Naomi Molloy, Acting Manager Business Systems and Solutions Jocelyn J., Information Management Officer Edward Ryan, Business Systems Support Officer James Roberts, Previous Manager Business Systems and Solutions #LGITSA #LGITSAAWARDS2024 #IT #IM #informationtechnology #informationmanagement #innovation #localgovernment #ai