Category Overview and Eligibility

Local Government plays a key role as a community enabler through providing opportunities, places, and spaces for their communities to meet, play, engage and prosper. This award recognises local governments that are taking proactive approaches to developing vibrant connected communities.

There are two categories of this award: Population of up to 15,000 and Population over 15,000 to recognise the varying size and scale of WA local governments.

Eligibility

Nominations are open to all WA local governments.

Winner Obligations

The winner will be required to undertake publicity working with LG Professionals WA and may be asked to present at an associated event.

Category Overview and Eligibility

This award recognises initiatives that lead the way in management and leadership in local government, that improve local government processes and practices, and deliver outstanding benefits to the local government and/or the community.

There will be an award for an initiative in a local government with a population less than 15,000 and an award for an initiative in a local government with a population of more than 15,000.

Eligibility

Nominations are open to local governments or other organisations that partner with local government.

The winner will be required to undertake publicity working with LG Professionals WA and may be asked to present at an associated event.

Category Overview and Eligibility

This award highlights genuine and effective partnerships and collaborations that have demonstrated benefits for the local government and the community, and demonstrate a commitment to working with the community. It recognises excellence in collaboration between local governments, community partnerships and partnerships created to provide or improve services that strengthen and enhance the physical or social infrastructure of a region, including integration with other spheres of government.

There will be an award for an initiative in a local government with a population less than 15,000 and an award for an initiative in a local government with a population of more than 15,000.

Eligibility

Nominations are open to all WA local governments.

The winner will be required to undertake publicity working with LG Professionals WA and may be asked to present at an associated event.

Supported by Redfish Technologies

Category Overview and Eligibility

TThe Change Management ICT Professionals Award recognises and celebrate outstanding achievements in guiding and implementing successful change within local government. This award honours local government professionals / teams that demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and innovative problem-solving while effectively engaging stakeholders and ensuring seamless integration of new Information and Communications Technology, Audio Visual or Security Technologies projects and systems. By acknowledging the hard work and dedication of these teams and individuals, we aim to acknowledge the importance of effective change management in driving organisational success and continuous improvement through technologies.

There will be 2 award category winners:

• Local Government with a population of less than 15,000 people
• Local Government with a population of more than 15,000 people

What is Change Management in an ICT or Technology Project Context

Change management in the context of ICT or Technology teams refers to a structured approach for ensuring that changes to technology systems and processes are implemented smoothly, efficiently, and with minimal disruption. This involves planning, managing, and supporting the transition from current practices to new ones.

Effective change management helps local governments to minimise disruptions, maintain service quality, and achieve the desired outcomes of the change.

Eligibility

Nominations are open to all professionals / team working in WA local governments.

The winner will be required to undertake publicity working with LG Professionals WA and may be asked to present at an associated event.

Category Overview and Eligibility

The LG Professionals WA Medal Award is awarded to honoured members who have made outstanding achievements and contributed to the local government sector and LG Professionals WA. Their active leadership and outstanding contributions must be evident through innovation, advocacy, research, and leadership within WA local government. Up to one Medal is awarded each year.

Eligibility

A financial member of LG Professionals WA and at least 10 years of continuous membership; and evidence of outstanding achievements and contribution to local government sector and LG Professionals WA.

Winner Obligations

The winner will be required to undertake publicity working with LG Professionals WA and may be asked to present at an associated event.

Category Overview and Eligibility

This award recognises people who have given long-term service to local government, functioning at a high level of excellence. Up to two Meritorious Awards will be presented each year.

Eligibility

A member of LG Professionals WA; and a history of involvement in the work of LG Professionals WA.

Winner Obligations

The winner will be required to undertake publicity working with LG Professionals WA and may be asked to present at an associated event.

Supported by Aware Super

Category Overview and Eligibility

The Warlang Workplace Wellbeing Award recognises and celebrates local governments that excel in creating a supportive, inclusive, and empowering work environment through successful initiatives.

The criteria are designed to be measurable and focus on demonstrated success in the following areas: diversity and inclusion, safety and wellbeing, flexibility, and employee learning and development.

Local governments are encouraged to nominate for one or more of the following areas.

• Local Government with a population of less than 15,000 people
• Local Government with a population of more than 15,000 people

Supported by Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries

Category Overview and Eligibility

This award recognises leadership and management excellence of an emerging local government leader, someone who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to their community and whose performance is worthy of special recognition. Evidence of leadership may include corporate process improvements, a project initiative, innovation in management and leadership practices, or demonstrated practicality and resourcefulness.

Eligibility

A member of LG Professionals WA; aged 35 years or younger and working in local government; and currently in a non executive role.

Winner Obligations

The winner will be required to undertake publicity working with LG Professionals WA and may be asked to present at an associated event.