Local Government Finance Professionals Queensland

Congratulations to our newest Life Member, David Lewis. Dave has been a member of the LGFP for 28 years, serving on the LGFP Executive for 9 years, including 3 years as President. During this time Dave set the foundation for the evolution of the LGFP into the organisation it is today. His significant contributions included: - introducing amendments to the LGFP Constitution that put time limits on the terms of office for Executive members to ensure the Committee reflected the changing membership of the Association - commencing the Finance Professionals Forum, a one-day professional development opportunity for members - strengthening our relationships with government stakeholders to position the LGFP as a key strategic partner in the sector - enhancing the annual conference program to include more keynote speakers and non-finance specific topics - improving transparency and reporting Congratulations Dave and thank you for your valued service to the Association.

A highlight of our Annual General Meeting last week was the election of the LGFP Executive. Congratulations to our new Committee and thank you to our departing members Tony Brett, Gurbindar Singh and Isaac Pickersgill for your significant contributions to the Local Government Finance Professionals. President - Andrea Ellis FCPA Senior Vice President - Toni Skillington Junior Vice President - Narelle Ballini FCPA GAICD Secretary - Jessica Rossow Treasurer - Zoe Behrendt Immediate Past President - Michael Shave Committee Members - Kaylene Sloman, Brodie Saw CA, Oliver Pring Observers - Jo Gowans, Donna Gregory and Jade Nacario CPA (See image 2 from our disco fever Annual Conference dinner!)

#LGFP24 is now officially closed and what an exceptional few days we have had! Thank you to all delegates who joined us from across Queensland and interstate. Your willingness to fully engage in the event played a big role in its success. We are incredibly grateful for the generous support of our many conference sponsors whom without, this great event could not happen. Finally, thank you to our speakers for sharing their time and insights, with a special mention to our brilliant MC, Marty Wilson CSP. Save the date for #LGFP25 - 18 - 20 November 2025 in Cairns!

#LGFP24 Day 2 Another great day with sessions by Commonwealth Bank, Queensland Audit Office (QAO), Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers and Dan Hookham with keynotes by the amazing Georgia Murch (GAICD) and speed painter Sarah Rowan. A big thank you to our lunch break sponsor SurePact and our generous Gala Dinner sponsors Commonwealth Bank and Recoveries and Reconstructions - what a night! 🕺🏼

#LGFP24 Day 1 - what a day! Fantastic sessions delivered by Daniel Murray, Recoveries and Reconstructions , Wayne Bennett, IPWEA/ Jonathan Jones, Queensland Treasury Corporation/Jan Xanthopoulo, Genesis Accounting , Local Government Mutual Services, and Andrew Chesterman as well as lunch provided by LO-GO Appointments (QLD) and Networking Drinks provided by GenEng Solutions Pty Ltd. Thank you 🙏🏻

#LGFP24 is underway with a full house for our Pre-Conference Masterclass ‘How to Avoid the Year-End Blues’ and our Welcome Reception, supported by our generous sponsors, King & Company Solicitors. Here’s to a great few days ahead!

🔦 Sponsor Highlight – Recoveries & Reconstruction - #LGFP24 Platinum Sponsor A third-generation owned and operated Incorporated Legal Practice, Recoveries and Reconstructions specialises in the collection of overdue Council rates, water charges, and sundry debtors. R&R provide their local government clients with a cost-neutral service, ensuring peace of mind by eliminating commissions and hidden expenses that cannot be recovered throughout the debt recovery process. With all resources available in-house, Nick, Ashley and Brian are proud to provide their clients with a personal, efficient, quality assured service. Stop by for a chat with the team (and a few chocolates!) at #LGFP24 - stand 7. #LGFP24 #financeprofessionals #localgovernment #professionaldevelopment #conference #lgfpqld #partnership

🔦 Sponsor Highlight – TechnologyOne - #LGFP24 Gold Sponsor TechnologyOne, Australia’s leading enterprise Software as a Service (SaaS) provider and top 100 ASX-listed company, empowers local governments with innovative solutions tailored to their financial and operational needs. Over 73% of Australia and New Zealand residents live in a council powered by TechnologyOne software. The company’s purpose-built integrated solution for local government, OneCouncil, provides councils with full visibility into their financial data, allowing them to streamline and automate operations, boost performance, and make informed decisions. With SaaS Plus, TechnologyOne ensures seamless implementation, reducing the time, cost, and risks typically associated with ERP transitions and helping local governments do more with less. Meet the TechnologyOne team at #LGFP24: Stand 5. #LGFP24 #financeprofessionals #localgovernment #professionaldevelopment #conference #lgfpqld

🔦 Sponsor Highlight – Collection House - #LGFP24 Coffee Cart Sponsor Thank you to Collection House Group for once again fuelling our conference delegates as our #LGFP24 Coffee Cart Sponsor. See you in line at Stand #24! #LGFP24 #financeprofessionals #localgovernment #professionaldevelopment #conference #lgfpqld

🔦 Sponsor Highlight – Australian Payments Plus - #LGFP24 Gold Sponsor Australian Payments Plus (AP+) was created when Australia’s domestic payments companies – BPAY Group, eftpos and NPP Australia – came together in 2022 to shape the future of payments. Their purpose is to unite people and technology to power better experiences. Their vision is to deliver more innovation to Australia’s payments ecosystem so that Australian businesses, government and consumers experience more benefits, in more ways. Find out more by connecting with Neal and the AP+ team at #LGFP24 – stand #6. #LGFP24 #financeprofessionals #localgovernment #professionaldevelopment #conference #lgfpqld