Ideas, insight and appointments
Thought leadership for council leaders, plus announcements as councils appoint their new executives.
Appointments Congratulations to Greater Hume Council on the Appointment of Its New General Manager
Dena Vlekkert has been appointed General Manager of Greater Hume Council on a five-year performance based contract, commencing in February 2026.
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Appointments Lachlan Shire Council Appoints New General Manager
Ian Greenham has been appointed General Manager of Lachlan Shire Council on a five-year performance based contract, following a national search led by LG Services Group.
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Appointments Walgett Shire Council Appoints Andrew Brown as General Manager
Andrew Brown, who had been serving as Interim General Manager, has been appointed General Manager of Walgett Shire Council for a five-year term following a formal recruitment process.
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Appointments Glamorgan Spring Bay Council Announces New Chief Executive Officer
Greg Tory has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Glamorgan Spring Bay Council following a national and international recruitment process, commencing in early September on a four-year contract.
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Appointments Griffith City Council Appoints New General Manager
Griffith City Council has appointed Scott Grant as General Manager on a five-year performance based contract, following a competitive selection process supported by LG Services Group.
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Insights Supporting Stronger Leadership Through CEO and GM Performance Reviews
How LG Services Group helps councils run fair, structured and legally compliant performance reviews for their CEO or general manager.
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Insights Domino Derailers: Change the Chain Reaction Before It Starts
Stress can turn a leader's strengths into derailers. LG Services Group explains how Hogan assessments help teams spot the early signs and respond constructively before small reactions snowball.
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Insights LG Services Group Celebrates a Successful Year of Growth and Innovation
LG Services Group marks its first anniversary under its new name with an update on its expanded reach across Australia and New Zealand and plans for the year ahead.
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Insights Harnessing Emotional Intelligence: Empowering Leadership in Local Government
Why emotional intelligence has become a vital skill for council leaders, and practical ways to build self-awareness, empathy and resilient teams.
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Insights Things to Remember During the Growth Stage of a New Job
Three reminders for council leaders navigating the early, uncomfortable stage of a new role, that it is always uncomfortable at first, growth requires stretching, and learning curves are temporary.
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Insights Taking on a Remote Role: Embracing Leadership in Local Government
The challenges and rewards of taking on a CEO, general manager or director role in a remote Australian council, and the qualities needed to succeed there.
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Insights Integrity and Its Importance in the Local Government Sector
Why integrity underpins public trust in local government, and the policies, training and controls councils can use to guard against bribery and conflicts of interest.
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Insights Moving from the Private Sector to Local Government
A guide for private sector leaders considering a move into local government, covering transferable skills, networking and what to expect from council decision-making.
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Insights Standing Out in a Fierce Job Market
Practical strategies for council executives to stand out when applying for competitive local government roles, from research to networking and a strong online presence.
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Insights Council Recruitment Trends and Insights
A joint report with CouncilJobs.com.au and Leonards Advertising on skills shortages, an ageing workforce and the technology reshaping council recruitment.
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Insights Getting to the Top: 10 Tips for Aspiring Council GMs and CEOs
William J Taylor MBE shares ten practical tips to help aspiring council general managers and CEOs advance their careers, from getting qualified to understanding the political dimension of the top job.
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Insights How to Make a Killer Exec-Level Presentation
Practical tips for presenting to councillors and senior executives, from opening with a strong summary to knowing your audience and rehearsing thoroughly.
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Insights From Chief HR Officer to CEO
Why so few HR directors make the leap to CEO, and the strategic skills HR professionals can build to put themselves in contention for the top job.
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Insights Job Interviews and Resumes: The Importance of Honesty
Why using a specialist recruitment agency helps councils verify what candidates say on their resume and at interview, and the checks that catch the few who are not being fully honest.
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Insights Murray River Council Wins Gold for Change Management
Murray River Council and CEO Terry Dodds won the Voice Project Gold Medal for change management, with LG Services Group facilitating the staff engagement survey behind it.
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Insights One Small Cheer for the Leader as Hero
A reflection on the rise of post-heroic leadership theory, and why there is still sometimes a place for the leader as hero.
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Insights Risk Taking and Leadership
The best leaders are calculated risk takers. This article looks at the factors that stop councils embracing appropriate risk, and what it takes to overcome them.
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Insights Teamwork and Roles
A rowing eight is used as a memorable analogy for how councillors, directors, the general manager and the community each play a distinct role in a well-functioning council.
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Insights The Gig Economy and the Rise of Interim Leadership
As flexible working reshapes the workforce, more councils are turning to experienced interim leaders to guide them through change, transformation and leadership transitions.
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Insights The Value of Personality Testing
An HR director and executive recruiter makes the case for using validated personality assessments, such as the Hogan method, as one tool among many in senior selection.
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Insights Why Use an Independent Facilitator?
An experienced facilitator explains why bringing in a neutral, external voice can help councils get more out of workshops, reviews and difficult conversations.
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