Weekly. Issue 7, 21 February 2014

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1 Weekly Issue 7, 21 February 2014 Register Now for Leaders Forums on Review Panel s Report LGNSW is organising a series of Leaders Forums across NSW on the Independent Local Government Review Panel s final report, Revitalising Local Government. LGNSW Tourism Conference Last Days to Register Anyone wishing to attend the 2014 LGNSW Tourism Conference should ensure they ve registered before the closing date of Monday 24 February. New Climate Risk Workshop Date Announced LGNSW is holding another Climate Risk workshop in Sydney s CBD on the evening of Tuesday 18 March 2014 to assist councillors and senior management understand and plan for climate risks. LOCAL GOVERNMENT NSW GPO BOX 7003 SYDNEY NSW 2001 L8, 28 MARGARET ST SYDNEY NSW 2000 T F LGNSW.ORG.AU LGNSW@LGNSW.ORG.AU ABN SUBSCRIPTION LGNSW.ORG.AU/SUBSCRIBE Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 1

2 Contents Page Conferences and Events Item 1: Upcoming conferences and events View upcoming conference and events relevant to Local Government Grants and Funding Item 2: Grant and funding opportunities for Local Government View the latest grant and funding opportunities for Local Government General Interest Item 3: Register Now for Leaders Forums on Review Panel s Report LGNSW is organising a series of Leaders Forums across NSW on the Independent Local Government Review Panel s final report, Revitalising Local Government. Item 4: First LGNSW Events Network Meeting for 2014 The LGNSW Events Team invites you to join them in Albury on Friday 28 March for their first Events Network meeting of 2014, Event Development and Delivery, Cutting Red Tape and Activating Spaces. Item 5: LGNSW Tourism Conference Last Days to Register Anyone wishing to attend the 2014 LGNSW Tourism Conference should ensure they ve registered before the closing date of Monday 24 February. Item 6: New Climate Risk Workshop Date Announced LGNSW is holding another Climate Risk workshop in Sydney s CBD on the evening of Tuesday 18 March 2014 to assist councillors and senior management understand and plan for climate risks. Item 7: Applications Now Open for NSW Crown Reserve Funding The NSW Government is inviting applications from managers of NSW s public reserves for targeted funding for weed and pest control and showground maintenance under the Public Reserves Management Fund Program. Item 8: Review of Urban Water Regulation in NSW Position Paper The NSW Government has released a position paper to seek stakeholder feedback on its Review of Urban Water Regulation in NSW. Community Item 9: Seniors Week Councils are encouraged to include their Seniors Week activities on the NSW Seniors Week Website. Environment Item 10: Sustainable Roads Forums Upcoming Dubbo Forum Sustainable Choice successfully launched its 2014 series of Sustainable Roads Forums in Lismore, with the second Forum to be held in Dubbo on Tuesday 4 March. Item 11: Waste 2014 Conference and Exhibition Registrations Open and Draft Program Available The Waste 2014 Conference includes over 60 presentations, 40 exhibitions, 400 delegates and three networking events over a two-day program. Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 2

3 Legal Item 12: Consultation on the Proportionate Liability Model Provisions The Standing Council on Law and Justice (SCLJ) has been developing Model Provisions for proportionate liability. Planning Item 13: Development Control Short Course This short course deals with the fundamentals of development control and is designed to complement experience at work and on the job training for those relatively new to the field. Procurement Item 14: Free Local Government Procurement Roadshow Forums Registration is now open for the LGP Regional Roadshow. Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 3

4 Conferences and Events Item 1: Upcoming conferences and events View upcoming conference and events relevant to Local Government Register Now for Leaders Forums on Review Panel s Report LGNSW is organising a series of Leaders Forums across NSW on the Independent Local Government Review Panel s final report, Revitalising Local Government. First LGNSW Events Network Meeting for 2014 The LGNSW Events Team invites you to join them in Albury on Friday 28 March for their first Events Network meeting of 2014, Event Development and Delivery, Cutting Red Tape and Activating Spaces. LGNSW Tourism Conference Last Days to Register Anyone wishing to attend the 2014 LGNSW Tourism Conference should ensure they ve registered before the closing date of Monday 24 February. New Climate Risk Workshop Date Announced LGNSW is holding another Climate Risk workshop in Sydney s CBD on the evening of Tuesday 18 March 2014 to assist councillors and senior management understand and plan for climate risks. Sustainable Roads Forums Upcoming Dubbo Forum Sustainable Choice successfully launched its 2014 series of Sustainable Roads Forums in Lismore, with the second Forum to be held in Dubbo on Tuesday 4 March. Waste 2014 Conference and Exhibition Registrations Open and Draft Program Available The Waste 2014 Conference includes over 60 presentations, 40 exhibitions, 400 delegates and three networking events over a two-day program. Development Control Short Course This short course deals with the fundamentals of development control and is designed to complement experience at work and on the job training for those relatively new to the field. Seniors Week Councils are encouraged to include their Seniors Week activities on the NSW Seniors Week Website. Free Local Government Procurement Roadshow Forums Registration is now open for the LGP Regional Roadshow. Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 4

5 Grants and Funding Item 2: Grant and funding opportunities for Local Government View the latest grant and funding opportunities for Local Government Applications Now Open for NSW Crown Reserve Funding The NSW Government is inviting applications from managers of NSW s public reserves for targeted funding for weed and pest control and showground maintenance under the Public Reserves Management Fund Program. Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 5

6 General Interest Item 3: Register Now for Leaders Forums on Review Panel s Report LGNSW is organising a series of Leaders Forums across NSW on the Independent Local Government Review Panel s final report, Revitalising Local Government. The Revitalising Local Government report has far-reaching implications for the future of Local Government in NSW and it is critical that Local Government steers the outcomes. These Forums will provide an opportunity to deliberate on the findings and recommendations of the report. They will be instrumental in framing Local Government NSW s (LGNSW) response to the report and to whatever positions the NSW Government adopts in the short and long-term future. Online information and registration lgnsw.org.au/events-training/leadersforums Noel Baum noel.baum@lgnsw.org.au Ref: R12/0041 NB Attendance is free for all mayors, councillors and council senior management, however registration is essential. Please note that registrations will close two days before each meeting. A tentative schedule for each Forum is as follows: 9am arrival, tea and coffee 10am Forum starts 12.30pm working lunch 3pm Forum finishes A program and discussion paper will be issued closer to the Forum dates. The dates and locations for the Forums are: City of Sydney Council Thursday 6 March, Lord Mayor s Reception Room (Level 1 Town Hall, 483 George Street, Sydney) Coffs Harbour City Council Friday 14 March, Coffs Harbour Council Chambers (cnr Coff and Castle streets, Coffs Harbour) Albury City Council Monday 17 March, Albury Entertainment Centre (Elizabeth Room, Swift Street, Albury) Wagga Wagga City Council Tuesday 18 March, Civic Centre (Burns Way, Wagga Wagga) Newcastle City Council Thursday 20 March, Newcastle City Hall (Lord Mayor Reception Room, 290 King Street, Newcastle) Bathurst Regional Council Monday 24 March, Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre (105 William St, Bathurst) Bogan Shire Council Tuesday 25 March, Nyngan High School Gymnasium (Mudal Street, Nyngan) Parramatta City Council Wednesday 26, Parramatta Riverside Theatre (Rafferties Theatre, Market Street, Parramatta) Tweed Shire Council Tuesday 1 April, Kingscliff Beach Bowls Club (Marine Parade, Kingscliff) Tamworth Regional Council Thursday 3 April, Tamworth Community Centre (Heritage Room, Darling Street, Tamworth) Kiama Municipal Council Wednesday 9 April, The Pavilion (2 Bong Bong Street, Kiama) Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 6

7 General Interest Item 4: First LGNSW Events Network Meeting for 2014 The LGNSW Events Team invites you to join them in Albury on Friday 28 March for their first Events Network meeting of 2014, Event Development and Delivery, Cutting Red Tape and Activating Spaces. AlburyCity has helped put together a fantastic program to kick-off the Local Government NSW (LGNSW) Events Network meetings for The program will include: Event Development and Deliver Renate Griese and Ros Walls from AlburyCity will be talking about how Council maintains consistency and projects a professional, seamless and safe event. Cutting Red Tape Ros Walls will discuss making life easy for those wanting to host events in their Local Government Area (LGA). Activating Spaces James Jenkins and Jacqui Hemsley from AlburyCity will be talking about the internal challenges and opportunities experienced with a $10.5 million redevelopment of the Albury Regional Art Gallery. This event is being held to coincide with the Albury Gold Cup and will offer council event staff an opportunity to experience a local Albury event. Time and Date 9.00am 12.00pm (followed by your choice of lunch) Friday 28 March 2014 RSVP Friday 21 March 2014 Venue Albury Entertainment Centre, Swift Street, Albury Cost Free to attend for LGNSW Events Network members, lunch costs may apply Sponsored by Jardine Lloyd Thompson Pty Ltd Online information nts-network Karen Rolls events@lgnsw.org.au Following the meeting, LGNSW Events Network members are Ref: R11/0021 KR invited to attend a lunch either at the rooftop bar, Bended Elbow, or at the Albury Gold Cup to watch the races. Depending on where you want to have your lunch, there may be a cost involved. Please refer to the program on the LGNSW website for full details on prices and lunch options (see fact box). We are aware that many Network members will need to travel from afar to attend this meeting, so an overnight trip may be your best option. Accommodation options are listed in the program on the LGNSW website. To assist with this, AlburyCity has organised a complimentary drink on arrival and tapas for anyone arriving the night prior to the meeting. Join the LGNSW Events Team, AlburyCity staff and fellow Network members for a rare opportunity to meet for a social and informal get together the night before the meeting. This free event is open to LGNSW Event Network members only, and is proudly sponsored by Jardine Lloyd Thompson Pty Ltd. For further information, including registration, transport and accommodation options, visit the LGNSW website (see fact box). Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 7

8 General Interest Item 5: LGNSW Tourism Conference Last Days to Register Anyone wishing to attend the 2014 LGNSW Tourism Conference should ensure they ve registered before the closing date of Monday 24 February. Co-hosted by Local Government NSW (LGNSW) and Cessnock City Council, this Conference will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley from Monday 10 Wednesday 12 March. The theme of the Conference is, Harvesting the Value of Tourism. The Conference Program includes case studies and industry experts presenting on: The Lifecycle of an Event Destination Management Plans Collaboration in the Visitor Economy (how to put one together and are they adding value?) Harvesting the Value of Tourism how much does tourism pump into your economy? Short Term and Holiday Rentals. Site Visits Site Visit 1: Kurri Kurri Town of Murals a bus tour of a selection of the 54 outdoor murals within Kurri Kurri and surrounds set up by Towns with Heart to revitalise the area (limited spaces available). Online information and registration lgnsw.org.au/events-training/localgovernment-tourism-conference Dates and location Monday 10 Wednesday 12 March 2014 Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley 430 Wine Country Drive Lovedale NSW Rates Standard Rate $693 Standard Rate with AVIC $753 Registration close Monday 24 February 2014 LGNSW Events Team events@lgnsw.org.au Ref: R13/0016 KR Site Visit 2: Creating Opportunities beyond the Obvious travel to Wollombi and understand how heritage can be part of the tourism experience in different ways (limited spaces available). Site Visit 3: Hunter Valley Delights this site visit is booked out. Information about the Hunter Valley Delights option is available on the LGNSW website (see fact box). State Your Case! The State Your Case! competition will run again at the 2014 Conference. The three entries include Bland Shire Council with Sitting on a Rich Heritage and Modern Gold Mine, Coffs Harbour City Council with Moving them On and Parramatta City Council with Briefcases to Backpacks how can we build and diversify the City s offer? Each entry will receive feedback from our panel of industry experts and one council will win the $3000 prize to help put these solutions into practice. The competition is made possible by our sponsor, Caravan and Camping Industry Association NSW. Welcome Reception Enjoy a custom designed gourmet food and wine tasting of some of the finest produce the Hunter has to offer. Get tethered in a hot air balloon and enjoy the views, play chess, eat, drink and meet the locals with a casually styled stand-up poolside dinner. Conference Dinner Join us for the New Beginnings: End of Vintage' dinner in the Great Cask Hall, Hope Estate. Get on the doubledecker bus from Crowne Plaza for a unique dinner experience at the Hope Estate Winery. As they say, where s there s wine, there s Hope. Enjoy local produce at one of the most impressive barrel rooms in the country, and one of the Hunter Valley s most popular function venues. For details on the full Conference program, visit the LGNSW website. The 2014 Tourism Conference is made possible by the support of our Major Partner, Destination NSW and our Premier Sponsor Country & Regional Living Expo. Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 8

9 General Interest Item 6: New Climate Risk Workshop Date Announced LGNSW is holding another Climate Risk workshop in Sydney s CBD on the evening of Tuesday 18 March 2014 to assist councillors and senior management understand and plan for climate risks. As decision makers within councils and leaders within communities, councillors across NSW need to understand new and emerging environmental risks and liabilities. Many regions have recently responded to floods of new magnitudes, while others are experiencing water concerns under extended drought conditions. The workshop will give councillors an opportunity to learn from case studies of responses to these recent natural hazards, hear from experts and peers on potential liabilities for Local Dates and location Blayney Thursday 6 March 2014 Sydney Tuesday 18 March 2014 Albury Thursday 27 March 2014 Online information lgnsw.org.au/events-training Denise Anderson denise.anderson@lgnsw.org.au Ref: R06/0041 DA Government and collaborate to minimise risks and liabilities relating to council land, assets, services, staff and communities. It will further equip councillors to make informed decisions with beneficial environmental outcomes. The workshops will cover: The implications of more frequent and higher intensity natural disasters to Local Government including to communities and council s workforce Local Government s responsibilities and obligations in responding to climate risks Changing levels of climate risk Community expectations and service levels Case studies on resilience to climate variability. This project has been assisted by the NSW Government through its Environmental Trust. Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 9

10 General Interest Item 7: Applications Now Open for NSW Crown Reserve Funding The NSW Government is inviting applications from managers of NSW s public reserves for targeted funding for weed and pest control and showground maintenance under the Public Reserves Management Fund Program. The Public Reserves Management Fund Program (PRMFP) provides financial support to develop, maintain and improve public reserves. More than $135 million has been allocated by the NSW Government through the PRMFP over the last ten years. Round 1 In round one of the 2014/15 program, funding is open only to the following activities: Showground managers any type of eligible activity Other reserve managers pests and/or weeds management activities. The first round of the PRMF is to be finalised by June Round 2 Applications Applications for the first round of the 2014/15 PRMFP opened on 17 February 2014 and close on 17 March 2014 (5pm). How to apply Crown Lands contact Coordinator Crown Lands Funding Programs on or via PRMFP@lands.nsw.gov.au. LGNSW contact Sascha Moege Senior Policy Officer sascha.moege@lgnsw.org.au Ref: R90/ SM Round 2 of the PRMFP is currently expected to commence in August 2014 with applications to be accepted from the managers of caravan parks, state parks, showgrounds, and local parks and reserves. Pests and weeds management activities will not be eligible for round 2. Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 10

11 General Interest Item 8: Review of Urban Water Regulation in NSW Position Paper The NSW Government has released a position paper to seek stakeholder feedback on its Review of Urban Water Regulation in NSW. The purpose of the review, which is led by the Metropolitan Water Directorate in the Department of Finance and Services, is to address aspects of the current regulation of urban water services in NSW and develop a consistent and holistic approach that appropriately manages risks to public health, the environment and consumers. The position paper suggests that regulatory responsibilities continue to be shared between the Water Industry Competition Act (NSW) 2006 (WIC Act) and the Local Government Act (NSW) 1993 (LG Act), and allow amendments to the WIC Act to be prioritised, including the following key reforms: Introducing entity licensing Licensing and scheme approval will be separated so that entities are licensed, as opposed to schemes. Licences will be company-wide, enabling entities to provide services anywhere in NSW. Introducing a risk based approach The WIC Act will be refocused to regulate utility like services and high risk schemes. Centralising the regulation of these complex and Online information and registration Submissions due Submissions are due on 28 March Information session An information session will be held in Sydney in mid-march LGNSW previous submissions LGNSW contact Sascha Moege Senior Policy Officer sascha.moege@lgnsw.org.au Ref: R90/ SM costly schemes will ensure customers and public health are appropriately protected. Reducing regulatory gaps As metropolitan council-led schemes are currently unregulated, those schemes that are utility like or high risk will be brought under the WIC Act and required to be operated by a licensee, minimising public health risks. Regional council-led schemes will continue to be regulated by the NSW Office of Water under the LG Act. Existing section 68 schemes under the LG Act Existing private schemes that already have approval under section 68 will no longer need to obtain approval under the WIC Act. However, if the scheme triggers one of the scheme approval thresholds, existing section 68 approved schemes may opt to transition over to the WIC Act. All other existing section 68 schemes will continue to be regulated by local councils under the LG Act. Strengthening customer protection Retailer of last resort arrangements will be strengthened, and a new operator of last resort framework will be created. Enabling a broader regulatory framework in the future Possible options for reforms under the LG Act are to be considered along with the recommendations of concurrent Local Government reviews by the NSW Government at a later stage including: Regulating stormwater schemes under sections 60 and 68 of the LG Act to ensure public health risks are mitigated; Regulating metropolitan council-led schemes (not captured under the WIC Act) under section 60 of the LG Act; Implementing a risk based framework for low to medium risk recycled water and stormwater harvesting schemes; and Introducing fees and penalties for council-led schemes and ensuring that penalties for section 68 schemes are adequate to encourage compliance. The proposed approach was informed by stakeholder feedback on the review s 2012 discussion paper entitled Joint review of the Water Industry Competition Act 2006 and regulatory arrangements for water recycling under the Local Government Act LGNSW made submissions on the discussion paper, as well as on last resort arrangements in the WIC Act (see fact box). Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 11

12 Community Item 9: Seniors Week Councils are encouraged to include their Seniors Week activities on the NSW Seniors Week Website. NSW Seniors Week is an annual celebration featuring hundreds of events delivered in partnership with government, community and commercial organisations. NSW Seniors Week gives seniors an opportunity to experience something new. With events held across the state covering art, technology, entertainment, health, wellbeing, sport and more there is something for everyone to enjoy. NSW councils are well placed to develop and implement activities for the seniors in the community. Providing the opportunity for seniors to try a new activity during NSW Seniors Week can lead to year round involvement in the community. To be eligible, your NSW Seniors Week event or activity must: Be open to the public Be based in NSW only Be free or specially discounted Be held between Friday 14 March and Sunday 23 March 2014 Date Submissions of interest due before Monday 24 March Online information Further online information ession_of_interest-submit_event Justine Garcia De Heer justine.garciadeheer@facs.nsw.gov.au Ref: R 90/0123 MK Not promote religious activities or encourage gambling (bingo for example). The Seniors Week website will be widely promoted in advertising and media as the source of information for seniors wanting to find events in their community. Towards the end of February, councils will receive copies of the printed program for display in libraries and customer service centres. Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 12

13 Environment Item 10: Sustainable Roads Forums Upcoming Dubbo Forum Sustainable Choice successfully launched its 2014 series of Sustainable Roads Forums in Lismore, with the second Forum to be held in Dubbo on Tuesday 4 March. Lismore Sustainable Roads Forum The first in a series of regional Sustainable Roads Forums was held in Lismore on Tuesday 11 February. Cr Jenny Dowell, Mayor of Lismore City Council, opened the forum held at the council s Materials Recycling Facility (MRF). The Forum was a success and coincided with the launch of Lismore City Council s new glass recycling facility, due to open within a couple of months. The Forum included three keynote speakers and a number of sustainable suppliers showcasing available innovation and technologies. The Forum also received media coverage (see fact box). Dubbo Sustainable Roads Forum Dates and location Dubbo Tuesday 4 March Online information lgnsw.org.au/events-training/centralwest-sustainable-roads-forums Media coverage p/2014/02/11/lismore-councilprepare-for-a-recycling-revolution/ Sustainable Choice Team sustainablechoice@lgnsw.org.au Ref: R06/0049 TL The next Forum will be held in Dubbo on Tuesday 4 March. Keynote speakers will include representatives from the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia (IPWEA), the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) and the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA). The Forum will bring together expert presenters, suppliers and relevant information for the Central West Region regarding strategies, case studies, innovation and resources for sensible, sustainable procurement with one of councils highest costs roads. The Forum is an opportunity for councillors, executive staff, engineers, fleet and procurement officers as well as environmental practitioners to discover the many alternatives available to the civil construction industry. These include available products and information about their durability, reliability and certification. There will also be a number of suppliers showcasing technology and innovation in recycled road-base and construction. There will be opportunities to network with your colleagues and to connect with suppliers to discuss innovation and technology advancements. For more information and to register, visit the LGNSW website (see fact box). Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 13

14 Environment Item 11: Waste 2014 Conference and Exhibition Registrations Open and Draft Program Available The Waste 2014 Conference includes over 60 presentations, 40 exhibitions, 400 delegates and three networking events over a two-day program. Registrations and accommodation bookings can be made online or by downloading the forms from the website and returning by fax, or post (see fact box). Accommodation onsite is limited and will fill quickly. Book now to secure your place and remember all accommodation bookings must be made through the Conference organisers, not directly with the hotels. The Program The draft program is now available and will focus on practical outcomes and include keynote addresses from international and national leaders, case studies, workshops and panel discussions. Dates and location Tuesday 6 Thursday 8 May 2014 Coffs Harbour Online registration gister Online information waste2014@impactenviro.com.au Conference program ogram connie@impactenviro.com.au Ref: R90/ SC Topics to be covered include: Waste Infrastructure, Organics, Education, Recycling, Landfill, Strategy and Policy, Problem and Hazardous Waste, Energy from Waste, Tenders and Contracts, E-Waste and Collection. Download your copy of the draft program online (see fact box). Please note, this is only a draft and is subject to change. Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are still available for the Waste 2014 Conference. For further information on the opportunities available, please view the sponsorship and exhibition prospectus online or request it via (see fact box). A full list of the 2014 sponsors and exhibitors is available on the Conference website. Keep Up To Date To stay up to date with everything you need to know about Waste 2014, complete an expression of interest online and receive the latest information as it comes to hand or follow the Waste Conference on Facebook and Twitter. The Waste 2014 Conference is hosted by Coffs Harbour City Council, supported by the Waste Management Association of Australia (WMAA) and Local Government NSW (LGNSW), and organised by Impact Environmental. Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 14

15 Legal Item 12: Consultation on the Proportionate Liability Model Provisions The Standing Council on Law and Justice (SCLJ) has been developing Model Provisions for proportionate liability. Proportionate liability was first introduced into NSW in 2002 as part of national civil liability reforms to address rising insurance costs. Proportionate liability means that if two or more wrongdoers contribute to a plaintiff s loss, they are only liable to pay compensation for the proportion of the damage they caused. The Department of Attorney General and Justice is consulting on the model provisions to inform assessment of whether they should be wholly or partly adopted in NSW. The Model Provisions and decision regulation impact statement are available on the SCJL website (see fact box). Date Submissions sought by Friday 28 March 2014 Online information Frank Loveridge Legal Officer Ref: R90/ FL Councils are encouraged to make submissions to Local Government NSW in the first instance by Friday 14 March or to the Department of Attorney General and Justice by Friday 28 March. Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 15

16 Planning Item 13: Development Control Short Course This short course deals with the fundamentals of development control and is designed to complement experience at work and on the job training for those relatively new to the field. The program offers a broad range of basic knowledge and skills needed for effective professional practice, balancing planning law and policy with impact assessment and design factors. The program ranges from the legal framework to planning instruments and policies, specific elements of the assessment process, and the workings of the Land and Environment Court. It will therefore be of value to a range of professionals and others whose work requires up-to-date knowledge and skills in interpreting and applying building regulations. This would include planners, architects, building surveyors, development engineers and applicants. Dates Thursday 8 Friday 9 May Wednesday 4 Friday 6 June Online registration urses/onlinereg.html Cost $2200 (GST Free) for five days Online information urses/pdfs/dc.pdf Courses Coordinator clg@uts.edu.au Ref: I13/0004 LT Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 16

17 Procurement Item 14: Free Local Government Procurement Roadshow Forums Registration is now open for the LGP Regional Roadshow. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with your peers from neighbouring councils, stay informed of NSW Government procurement changes that affect Local Government purchasing, and learn about new contracts and services available through Local Government Procurement (LGP). There will also be time available to discuss local and regional issues and the latest movements in social procurement across NSW. The Procurement Roadshow has been scheduled to coincide with the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia (IPWEA) Roadshow. Roadshow Forums Dates and Locations Monday 24 February Ballina Wednesday 26 February Port Macquarie Friday 28 February Newcastle Monday 10 March Cowra Wednesday 12 March Cobar Friday 14 March Narrabri Monday 24 March Junee Wednesday 26 March Eurobodalla Friday 28 March Kiama Wednesday 2 April Hawkesbury Online information To register Michael Robinson LGP Business Manager mrobinson@lgp.org.au Ref: R05/0057 BOM Local Government NSW Weekly 7/14 21 February 2014 Page 17