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Absences, Terminations and Unfair Dismissal
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council staff, Human Resources, Executive Team and CEOs.
Overview
While each council has its individual enterprise agreements, each enterprise agreement must be read in conjunction with the applicable Award. It is essential to have a solid understanding of the minimum requirements under the respective Awards, its operation and application when dealing with employee relations and for the purposes of enterprise bargaining negotiations.With this in mind, Norman Waterhouse is pleased to offer a new training workshop series focused on breaking down and explaining the provisions both, the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award and the Local Government Employee Award.
Key Learnings
- Handling extended absences
- Procedural fairness obligations and tips
- Minimising the risk of unfair dismissals
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last twenty years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Application of the SAMSOA and LGE Awards to your Workplace
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Duration: Half Day
Investment: $430 incl GST pp (to be eligible for a discount, click here to enrol in the full series)
Delivery: Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council staff, Human Resources, Executive Team and CEOs.
Overview
While each council has its individual enterprise agreements, each enterprise agreement must be read in conjunction with the applicable Award. It is essential to have a solid understanding of the minimum requirements under the respective Awards, its operation and application when dealing with employee relations and for the purposes of enterprise bargaining negotiations.With this in mind, Norman Waterhouse is pleased to offer a new training workshop series focused on breaking down and explaining the provisions both, the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award and the Local Government Employee Award.
Key Learnings
- Understanding the scope and operation of the Awards and the overlap with Enterprise Agreements
- Better off overall test
- Enterprise Agreement flexibility and negotiations
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last twenty years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Assessment Panels – Governance & Process
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Investment: $245 inc GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
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Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Assessment Managers, Council Assessment Panel members & Regional Assessment Panel members.
Overview
Assessment panels play a critical role as a relevant authority in affording representors and proponents the opportunity to have their say on applications for planning consent for notifiable performance assessed development. With the loss of third party rights of appeal, compliance with procedural requirements has assumed greater significance.This training will consider the role of Assessment Panels and Assessment Managers, the nature of development assessment and decision making, meeting procedures, the imposition of conditions and reserved matters and the conduct of assessment manager reviews. This training will be co-presented with two experienced Presiding Members of Council Assessment Panels and an experienced Assessment Manager who will share their observations, experience and tips & traps.
Key Learnings
- Understanding the procedural requirements of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act and associated regulations as they apply to Assessment Panels;
- Understand the essence of development assessment, including the imposition of valid conditions;
- Hear about recent case law relating to the valid use and scope of reserved matters;
- Understand the procedure and nature of an Assessment Panel review of Assessment Manager decisions as an alternative to an ERD Court appeal; and
- Learn the tips & traps from an experienced Assessment Manager and Assessment Panel Presiding Members
Facilitator
Gavin Leydon, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersGavin leads the firm’s Planning, Development and Environment Team and is a specialist in property development, urban and regional planning, environmental and administrative law.
Stephanie Johnston and Nathan Cunningham are variously Presiding Members and Assessment Panel members of the Assessment Panels of the Councils of Charles Sturt, Port Adelaide Enfield, Onkaparinga, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide Plains and Adelaide City Council.
Andy Humphries as the Assessment Manager for the District Council of Mount Barker Assessment Panel.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Authorised Officers Training
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Authorised Officers, Customer Service Officers and Managers and staff dealing with Dog and Cat Management.
Overview
This training session has been developed for Authorised Officers, including Customer Services Offices and all staff dealing with Animal Management. It has been updated since the changes to the Dog and Cat Management Act 1995 and references the Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016, the Local Government Act 1999, the Fire and Emergency Act 2005 and the Expiation of Offences Act 1996.
Key Learnings
- Relevant Legislation updates
- Information about:
- Appointments
- Jurisdiction
- Powers
- Roles and Responsibilities of Officers
- SOP's
- Communication
- Expiation Notices
- Evidence Gathering
- Statement Taking
Facilitator
Paul Kelly Principal – Governance and Regulatory ServicesPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Awards, Enterprise Agreements and Industrial Instruments
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All Council employees
Overview
Employment terms and conditions in the local government sector is governed by various industrial instruments, including (but not limited to) the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA) and the Local Government Act 1999 (SA), as well as awards, enterprise agreements and employment contracts. These governing industrial instruments impose a range of different obligations on councils. During this session, we will provide breakdown the how each of these legislative and industrial instruments operate and their interaction.
Key Learnings
- Operation of the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA) and the Local Government Act 1999 (SA);
- The application of industrial awards and enterprise agreements; and
- Binding power of legislative and industrial instruments on contracts of employment.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace and the WHS Act
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Work Health and Safety Officers, Managers and CEOs
Overview
Bullying and harassment can have a significant impact not only on the victim, but the culture of the entire organisation. As an employer and a PCBU, councils have a primary duty of care to ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, the health and safety of their employees. That includes ensuring, so far as reasonably practicable, employees are not exposed to the risk of psychological harm from bullying and harassment.This session will set out what is considered bullying and harassment and how to respond and investigate into complaints to ensure the health and safety of employees and the organisational culture are not jeopardised.
Key Learnings
- Definition of bullying and harassment;
- Obligations under the WHS Act 2011 (SA);
- Reasonable management action taken in a reasonable manner;
- Reporting process and support for your employees; and
- Dealing with disputes.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, GovernanceSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Case Law Review
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
All Development Staff, including planning, building, compliance and administration staff
Overview
Each year we share our summaries of the important decisions that affect councils and the development industry from the Environment, Resources and Development and Supreme Court. For the first time we anticipate providing summaries of appeals against application assessed against the Planning and Design Code and proceedings commenced pursuant to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016.Subject to there being a sufficient number of new cases to discuss, a second session may be scheduled in the relevant CPD period.
Key Learnings
- Being informed of relevant decisions and what bearing the cases may have on Councils and the development industry:
- Building capacity and enhancing knowledge.
Facilitator
Aden Miegel, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Aden is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Code Amendments
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
All council development staff, including DA planners, policy planners and management. External planning consultants assisting councils with such functions.
Overview
The transition to the new planning system has significantly altered the policy framework against which development is assessed and also the way in which that policy is now amended. This workshop aims to provide an overview of the requirements for undertaking a Code Amendment, including arising from the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016, Practice Direction 2, the Community Engagement Charter, and the processes of the State Planning Commission. The workshop will conclude with a review of a number of Code Amendments that have been processed under this new system, with commentary on the learnings thus far.
Key Learnings
- Guidance on the relevant statutory requirements and processes that apply to councils in initiating or responding to Code Amendment proposals;
- Understanding the processes of the State Planning Commission in dealing with Code Amendment proposals; and
- Practical tips and traps associated with council involvement in Code Amendment proposals.
Facilitator
Rebecca McAulay - Principal – Environment & Planning – Norman Waterhouse LawyersRebecca is a Principal in the Environment & Planning Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. Norman Waterhouse Lawyers have been advisors to both the State Government and the Local Government Association in the formation of planning instruments, guidance documents, elements of the Planning and Design Code and the implementation of the new legislation. Over the last few years they have provided extensive training on these topics to the local government sector. The Norman Waterhouse Team is recognised as the largest of its kind in this State and is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of such advice to the local government sector in South Australia.
Grazio Maiorano – Director – URPS
Grazio is a founding member of URPS. He has extensive policy and development facilitation experience working for both private and public sector clients, across urban, peri-urban and regional areas. URPS is an industry leader with significant experience and capabilities in policy amendments relating to residential, industrial, retail and rural area land uses, as well as more specific issues such as urban growth management, flooding, heritage conservation, licensed premises, natural resources management and site specific re-zonings. This extends to a significant body of work already by way of Code Amendments under the new planning system.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Community Land Management Plans
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Property officers, community land managers, open space planners, general managers, governance and risk officers and economic development officers
Overview
As a consequence of the Supreme Court judgment in the ‘Coast Park’ case, many councils are considering reviewing their CLMPs. Such reviews are timely, especially where CLMPs have not been substantively reviewed since their introduction in the early 2000s. It is recognised that non-compliant or inadequate CLMPs may not only put at risk decisions and projects involving community land, but may also restrict progress and development of community land.Conversely, well-crafted CLMPs will facilitate outcomes, projects and decision-making, by providing certainty around what can and cannot occur on community land. Such a CLMP may unlock the potential for community land to be used and managed in innovative and contemporary ways.
The object of the training is to empower council staff to undertake CLMP reviews with confidence and a clear strategic purpose and mindset.
Key Learnings
The focus of the workshop will be to upskill council staff to better understand the statutory framework and requirements pertaining to community land, while also identifying ways in which the content of CLMPs can be modernised so as to facilitate strategic outcomes and priorities.
Facilitator
Felice D'Agostino, Principal, Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. Felice takes a practical and solutions-based approach to representing her clients and assisting them to deal with competing pressures. As a Principal in Norman Waterhouse’s Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services team Felice specialises in governance and public administration and is committed to assisting her clients to make defensible decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Conducting an Internal Review: Full Program
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face ONLY
Target Audience
Governance officers/managers and CEOs or council staff that deal with or undertake internal reviews
Overview
‘Conducting an Internal Review’ is a 2-part program.
Part 1
Gives participants an ‘overview’ on how to conduct internal reviews pursuant to Section 270 of the Local Government Act 1999. It will include all issues that should be considered and addressed as part of the Section 270 process. The program will examine relevant legislative previsions and discuss the Ombudsman’s recommendations arising from his audit of Council’s internal reviews of council decisions procedure. All aspects of Section 270 internal reviews will be discussed including merits review, process reviews, procedural fairness, sufficient interest, use of panels/committees, vexatious applications and circumstances when a council may refuse to deal with a Section 270 internal review application.
Part 2
This program is an interactive workshop. Participants will work through a hypothetical Section 270 application considering the points below and prepare a report on the results.- Whether the application is frivolous or vexatious;
- Whether the applicant has a sufficient interest;
- How to conduct the internal review;
- What information should form part of the internal review
- Who should be the reviewer;
Facilitator
Felice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
If you choose not to attend this interactive workshop but are interested in attending part 1 only (available via face 2 face & webinar) please click here.What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Conducting an Internal Review: Part 1
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Governance officers/managers and CEOs or council staff that deal with or undertake internal reviews
Overview
‘Conducting an Internal Review’ is a 2-part program.
Part 1
Gives participants an ‘overview’ on how to conduct internal reviews pursuant to Section 270 of the Local Government Act 1999. It will include all issues that should be considered and addressed as part of the Section 270 process.The program will examine relevant legislative previsions and discuss the Ombudsman’s recommendations arising from his audit of Council’s internal reviews of council decisions procedure.
Key Learnings
All aspects of Section 270 internal reviews will be discussed including:- Merits review
- Process reviews
- Procedural fairness
- Sufficient interest
- Use of panels/committees
- Vexatious applications and circumstances when a council may refuse to deal with a Section 270 internal review application.
Facilitator
Felice D'Agostino, Principal, Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. Felice takes a practical and solutions-based approach to representing her clients and assisting them to deal with competing pressures. As a Principal in Norman Waterhouse’s Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services team Felice specialises in governance and public administration and is committed to assisting her clients to make defensible decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
If you would like to attend the full day program (which includes an interactive workshop) please click here.If you have already completed Part 1, click here to enrol for Part 2.
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Conducting an Internal Review: Part 2
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face only
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Governance officers/managers and CEOs or council staff that deal with or undertake internal reviews
Overview
‘Conducting an Internal Review’ is a 2-part program. Part 2 is an interactive workshop designed to work through a hypothetical Section 270 application.
Key Learnings
Part 2
Participants will need to consider the points below and prepare a report on the results:- Whether the application is frivolous or vexatious;
- Whether the applicant has a sufficient interest;
- How to conduct the internal review?
- What information should form part of the internal review?
- Who should be the reviewer?
Facilitator
Felice D'Agostino, Principal, Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. Felice takes a practical and solutions-based approach to representing her clients and assisting them to deal with competing pressures. As a Principal in Norman Waterhouse’s Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services team Felice specialises in governance and public administration and is committed to assisting her clients to make defensible decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
A prerequisite for this session is: Conducting an Internal Review: Part 1What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Correct and Preferable: Reviewing Council Decisions
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Chief Executive Officers, Freedom of Information Officers, Environmental Health Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of those areas
Overview
SACAT is the current review body of decisions made by local government under a number of Acts, including Dog and Cat Management Act 1995, Food Act 2001, Freedom of Information Act 1991 and South Australian Public Health Act 2011.This course will provide an overview of the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2013 and assist participants in understanding the tribunal process. It will also provide participants with a summary of their obligations to assist the Tribunal, requirements to prepare a statement of reasons and an explanation of what to include in a prescribed book of documents.
This full day course will also provide practical tips for preparing a brief of evidence and supporting documentation, appearing in the Tribunal and how to assist the Tribunal to make the correct and preferable decision.
Key Learnings
- Summary of the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2013
- Overview of council obligations to assist the Tribunal
- Requirement to provide certain documents
- The Tribunal process
- Preparing a matter for hearing
- Appearing as a witness
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services - Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Council and Committee Meeting Agenda and Minute Preparation
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Executive and/or Personal Assistants and Administration Officers.
Overview
The Local Government Act 1999 and the Local Government (Procedures at Meetings) Regulations 2013 provide for the conduct of Council and Council Committee meetings and the preparation of minutes and agendas.
Key Learnings
- Gain an increased understanding of the provisions of the Local Government Act 1999 and the Local Government (Procedures at Meetings) Regulations 2013 in relation to notice of meetings, agendas and minutes; and
- Develop skills in the preparation of notices of meetings, agendas and the recording and preparation of minutes.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. Felice takes a practical and solutions based approach to representing her clients and assisting them to deal with competing pressures. As a Principal in Norman Waterhouse’s Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services team Felice specialises in governance and public administration and is committed to assisting her clients to make defensible decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Dale Mazzachi focuses his attention on developing his client's practical understanding of the important roles governance and regulation play in helping their organisations successfully deliver for their communities. He now practices as a Principal in the firm’s Local Government Employment, Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Dale’s regulatory experience includes animal management and control, public health, food safety, public realm and traffic management, liquor licensing, by-laws and regulations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Council Delegations
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All staff and Elected Members
Overview
This workshop will consider the principles regarding the making of delegations and the exercise of delegated powers and functions under a variety of legislation.
Key Learnings
This training session will provide participants with an understanding of delegation in a local government context. The areas that will be covered include:- The statutory framework within which delegations are made including under the Planning Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and the Local Government Act 1999
- What it means to delegate a power or function
- The role and responsibilities of the delegate
- How to determine which powers an functions are relevant and appropriate for your council to delegate (and for the CEO to subdelegate)
- How to determine to whom a delegation (and subdelegation) should be made
- Legal ramifications for inadequate or flawed delegations.
- Appointments of authorised officers and persons – what this means, why they are appointed and what ‘extra’ powers this gives the authorised officer/person.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Additional Information
You may be interested in How to Use LGA Delegations Templates Workshop.What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Council's Role and Powers as a Local Public Health Authority
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Authorised Persons, Environmental Health Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of these areas
Overview
To provide an overview of the South Australian Public Health Act 2011 (SAPH Act) and summarise the fundamental concepts that underpin councils as local public health authorities.The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the relationship between the SAPH Act and the Food Act 2001, the Supported Residential Facilities Act 1992 and the Safe Drinking Water Act 2011.
The training session will comprise a combination of different formats including: a tutorial to teach the concepts; hypothetical examples to illustrate the concepts in a practical setting; and an open forum session where participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and seek guidance and advice.
Key Learnings
- Council obligations regarding public health
- EHO responsibilities and council powers
- Summary of the SAPH Act, Food Act 2001, Supported Residential Facilities Act 1992 and the Safe Drinking Water Act 2011
- Investigative processes and powers of authorised persons
- Notice issuing process
- Interaction with other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Criminal Trials in the Magistrates Court - A Practical Guide
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Chief Executive Officers, Council Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of those areas
Overview
To assist participants in determining whether to commence prosecution proceedings and provide tips for preparing a matter for trial. The courts can be a daunting place, this course will assist councils in understanding the court process, preparation of a legal brief, appearing as a witness and the burden of proof. This full day course will also provide practical tips for investigating criminal matters, interviewing witnesses, providing cautions, taking statements, record keeping, photographic evidence and more.
Key Learnings
- Evidence gathering
- Issuing an Information and Summons
- Court processes
- Evidentiary aids and the burden of proof
- Appearing as a witness
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Development Conditions & Reserved Matters
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Assessment Managers and their delegates, Council/Regional Assessment Panel members and their delegates, accredited professionals, planning officers, building officers, private certifiers.
Overview
Conditions and reserved matters are a fundamental part of development assessment. However, the powers to impose conditions or to reserve matters are not unlimited. Further, there are new rules and requirements associated with practice directions in the new system.In this session, we will revisit the case law and common law principles relating to valid conditions and reserved matters, and review the applicable practice directions issued by the State Planning Commission, namely; Practice Direction 12 – Conditions 2020, Practice Direction 11 – Deemed Planning Consent Standard Conditions 2020 and the condition making powers set out in Practice Direction 14 – Site Contamination Assessment 2021.
The session will also present an opportunity to discussion about standard or common conditions in light of relevant provisions of the Planning & Design Code.
Key Learnings
- Review of case law and common law principles relating to condition making and reserved matters;
- Review of practice directions 11, 12 and 14; and
- Review of standard conditions in light of relevant Code provisions.
Facilitators
Aden Miegel, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Peter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Gavin Leydon, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment - Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Gavin leads the firm’s Planning, Development and Environment Team and is a specialist in property development, urban and regional planning, environmental and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Dog & Cat Management and Local Nuisance Essentials
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Officers, General Inspectors, Authorised Officers, Environmental Health Officers and Managers
Overview
To provide an overview of the Dog and Cat Management Act 1995 and summarise the fundamental legal concepts of issuing control orders and undertaking enforcement under the Act. The course will provide participants with various different statutory interpretations contained within the Act and present a number case studies to assist with understanding the application of the Act.This Session will also provide an overview of the Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016 (LNLC Act) and summarise the fundamental concepts that underpin the legislation. The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the subjective nature of nuisance under the LNLC Act, evidentiary aids and tips for conducting investigations.
The training session will comprise a combination of different formats including: a tutorial to teach the concepts; hypothetical examples to illustrate the concepts in a practical setting; and an open forum session where participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and seek guidance and advice.
Key Learnings
- Dog and Cat Management Act 1995
- Responsibilities of dog owners
- Issuing of Control Orders and Prohibition Orders
- Appeals of Orders
- Enforcement under the Act
- Prosecution proceedings
- Council obligations and powers
- Summary of the LNLC Act
- Notice issuing process
- Interaction with other legislation
- Agreements
- Infrastructure delivery mechanisms
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Dog and Cat Management - Useful Tools for Difficult Situations
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Officers, General Inspectors and Managers
Overview
To provide an overview of the Dog and Cat Management Act 1995 and summarise the fundamental legal concepts of issuing control orders and undertaking enforcement under the Act. The course will provide participants with various different statutory interpretations contained within the Act and present a number case studies to assist with understanding the application of the Act. The full day will also compromise a session on the issuing of control orders and prohibition orders, appeals of these orders in the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal and the commencement of prosecution proceedings.
Key Learnings
- Dog and Cat Management Act 1995
- Responsibilities of dog owners
- Issuing of Control Orders and Prohibition Orders
- Appeals of Orders
- Enforcement under the Act
- Prosecution proceedings
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Drafting Enforcement Notices
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Investment: $120 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
Please note: 1 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) point/s is/are available for this session
Target Audience
All council development staff, including compliance officers, DA planners, building officers and management. External planning consultants assisting councils with such functions.
Overview
Enforcement notices are used regularly by councils as a method of seeking compliance of owners, developers and occupiers with the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016. However, the way an enforcement notice is drafted, could have validity ramifications when used in an appeal in the Environment, Resources and Development Court.This workshop provides an overview of the statutory requirements for issuing an enforcement notice and offers best practice drafting tips to ensure an enforcement notices’ validity. Participants will work through examples of invalid enforcement notices and draft a best practice enforcement notice using a hypothetic scenario.
Key Learnings
- Guidance on the relevant statutory requirements that apply to councils when issuing enforcement notices;
- Understanding of the common errors made in drafting of enforcement notices; and
- Practical skill development on drafting of enforcement notices.
Facilitator
Rebecca McAulay, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersAden Miegel, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Rebecca and Aden are Principals in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
For further information about the content of this program or to enquire about having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council or to a ‘Council Hub’ near you please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Managers and CEOs
Overview
Council employees have the duty to ensure that they take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that they do not adversely affect the health and safety of others. This duty extends to ensuring the performance of their duties is not adversely affected by drugs and / or alcohol.Having a comprehensive drug and alcohol policy and an associated procedure will provide councils with the appropriate avenues to test, manage and discipline employees who are impaired by drugs and/pr alcohol in the workplace.
This session will discuss what is required in a drug and alcohol policy and the associated procedure, and what testing and disciplinary processes councils can implement.
Key Learnings
- What is required in a drug and alcohol policy and an associated procedure;
- Different forms and types of testing;
- Alcohol consumption during social and work-related events; and
- Investigation and disciplinary process where there is a reasonable suspicion of impairment.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Employment Relationships
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp (to be eligible for a discount, click here to enrol in the full series)
Delivery: Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council staff, Human Resources, Executive Team and CEOs.
Overview
While each council has its individual enterprise agreements, each enterprise agreement must be read in conjunction with the applicable Award. It is essential to have a solid understanding of the minimum requirements under the respective Awards, its operation and application when dealing with employee relations and for the purposes of enterprise bargaining negotiations.With this in mind, Norman Waterhouse is pleased to offer a new training workshop series focused on breaking down and explaining the provisions both, the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award and the Local Government Employee Award.
Key Learnings
- Understanding different employment relationships and types of employment in Local Government
- Appointment and probation
- Contractual obligations
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last twenty years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Enterprise Bargaining and Agreement Making
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Managers and CEOs
Overview
This session examines the legislative framework that regulates agreement making, informing you of the temporal and procedural requirements to be observed in industrial negotiations.We will also provide strategic steps in negotiating enterprise agreements so that councils can achieve a better outcome when negotiating with other representatives.
Key Learnings
- Procedural requirements for commencing negotiations;
- Negotiation strategies;
- Targeting productivity and flexibility; and
- Procedural requirements for voting and process for approval of an enterprise agreement.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Environmental Law for Local Government
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Environment and Sustainability Officers; Property Officers; Planning and Development Officers; Risk Officers; and Managers in these areas.
Overview
Local government is affected by environmental laws and regulation in various ways, including:- as a potential polluter
- in its role as manager of environmental assets
- as holder of environmental authorisations for licensed activities (EPA licences)
- in its role as a planning authority
- as an environmental regulator for local nuisance and litter
- as the owner of contaminated land (such as former landfills, council works depots etc)
- in commercial dealings with land that is, or may be, contaminated.
Attendees will gain confidence in identifying risk issues, and then working through those issues, including in interactions with the EPA.
Key Learnings
- Explanation of statutory definitions; statutory pollution offences; statutory defences; EPA reporting obligations
- Discussion about key issues in environmental regulation and management
- Discussion about how to approach an EPA investigation and manage associated risk
- Introduction to site contamination
- Overview of recent case law involving environmental issues, climate change and environment protection
Facilitator
Peter Psaltis, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPeter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Ethics for Accredited Professionals
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Investment: $120 inc GST pp
Delivery: Face to Face & Virtual
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(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 1 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) point is available for this session
Target Audience
Accredited professionals:- Building levels 1‚ 2, 3 and 4
- Surveyors
- Planning levels 1‚ 2, 3 and 4
- Panel members
Overview
This session will satisfy the relevant minimum CPD requirement for ethics in planning for all accredited professionals.It will be a workshop style focusing on conflict of interest and bias issues facing accredited professionals in development assessment, code amendments and infrastructure planning.
Key Learnings
- Enhanced understanding and appreciation of key ethical issues arising in building, surveying, and planning.
Facilitator
Peter Psaltis, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Peter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Felice D'Agostino, Principal - Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Felice D’Agostino assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. Felice takes a practical and solutions-based approach to representing her clients and assisting them to deal with competing pressures. As a Principal in Norman Waterhouse’s Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services team Felice specialises in governance and public administration and is committed to assisting her clients to make defensible decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
Additional Information
No ‘Dates’ scheduled below?Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Expiation Notices - The Essentials
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of these areas
Overview
To provide an overview of the Expiation of Offences Act 1996 (the Act) and summarise the fundamental concepts that underpin expiation notices.The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the relationship between the Act, Fines Enforcement and Debt Recovery Act 2017 and various other legislation enforced by local government in South Australia.
The half day session will assist participants in understanding their powers to issue an expiation notice, reviews of expiation notices, obligations under the Act and the requirements of a compliant expiation notice.
Key Learnings
- Issuing of expiation notices
- Requirements of expiation notices
- Summary of the Expiation of Offences Act 1996
- Governance issues
- Reviews of expiation notices
- Debt recovery
- Elections to be prosecuted
- Interaction with other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Expiations under the PDI Act
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Building and compliance staff.
Overview
Under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and its associated regulations a range of new expiation fees have been fixed (primarily for building offences) in relation to offences that were not previously able to be expiated.The ability to issue expiation notices for breaches of the legislation is a very useful, cheap and often effective enforcement tool that can be used by councils. There is however a need to understand the legislative regime that regulates expiation notices and this session will provide Council officers with the knowledge and capability to decide when and how to issue expiation notices.
The session will also include practical examples related to the relevant building offences and discuss the evidence and documentation required to issue expiation notices.
Key Learnings
- An understanding of the legislative framework that regulates expiations;
- The new expiable offences;
- When and how to issue expiation notices.
Facilitator
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersWith a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
Aden Miegel, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Aden is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Fair Treatment and Equal Opportunity Act
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Managers, Team Leaders and CEOs
Overview
Fair and equal treatment of all employees should be a pillar of the council’s organisational and community ethos. Certain conduct and decisions can lead to claims against the council on the basis of discrimination, race, religion and / or sex.This session will explore what your council needs to consider when making decisions regarding current or potential employees and the legal ramifications when discrimination occurs.
Key Learnings
- Obligations under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) and what is considered discrimination;
- Federal anti-discrimination law - Age Discrimination Act 2004, Disability Discrimination Act 1992, Racial Discrimination Act 1975, and Sex Discrimination Act 1984;
- What is considered adverse action?; and
- Defining ‘reasonable management action taken in a reasonable manner’.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Food Safety Regulation and the Law
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Environmental Health Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of these areas
Overview
To provide an overview of councils’ responsibilities under the Food Act 2001 (the Food Act) and requirements for food businesses to comply with the Food Act and the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.The course will also provide participants with an understanding of their powers under the Food Act and tips in conducting investigations and undertaking enforcement under the Food Act.
The half day session will comprise of a seminar and hypothetical scenarios to illustrate concepts in a practical setting. The session will also include an open forum where participants may ask questions and seek guidance and advice in relation to investigations and enforcement under the Food Act.
Key Learnings
- Summary of the Food Act 2001
- Requirements of food businesses
- Investigating allegations of non-compliance
- Powers of authorised officers
- Seizure and analysis of food samples
- Evidence gathering
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Freedom of Information, Records Management and Confidentiality
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
Target Audience
Governance staff, records management staff and CEOs.
Overview
This session focuses on the interaction between local government freedom of information, records management, confidentiality and disclosure obligations. In this course we will provide an overview of:
- the Freedom of Information Act 1991 (SA) (FOI Act) including what information is accessible under the FOI Act and documents exempt from disclosure;
- records management obligations;
- Confidentiality obligations under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA) (LG Act); and
- Requirements under the LG Act to make documents and information publicly available.
Key Learnings
- Understanding what documents can be accessed under the Freedom of Information Act 1991 (SA)
- Record management obligations
- Confidentiality orders under the LG Act and their effect.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
With a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Frivolous & Vexatious Complaints
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Governance Officers, Freedom of Information Officers
Overview
Members of the public are entitled to complain. Members of the public are also able to express dissatisfaction in other ways, such as through requests for reviews of decisions or (in some cases) freedom of information applications. However, councils are entitled to refuse to deal with complaints, requests and applications if there is a proper basis for doing so. Generally, if a complaint, request or application is ‘frivolous’ or ‘vexatious’, this will be an appropriate basis to refuse to deal with the matter.Therefore, council staff members must be able to identify when a matter is in fact ‘frivolous’ or ‘vexatious’, and must know what rights and obligations the council has in respect of dealing with such matters.
Key Learnings
- The legislative basis of councils’ obligations to deal with complaints;
- What constitutes a frivolous or vexatious complaint;
- How to appropriately deal with or refuse to deal with frivolous or vexatious complaints;
- What sorts of matters apart from complaints can be refused on the basis of being frivolous or vexatious;
- Foreshadowed amendments to freedom of information legislation which will expressly introduce the concept of ‘frivolous or vexatious’ freedom of information applications;
- Requirements relating to council policies and procedures.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Governance Officer Workshop: Council Member Behavioural Management Framework
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Investment: $430 inc GST per person
Delivery: Face to face & Webinar
Target Audience
Governance Officers onlyPlease note: this session is NOT designed for Elected Members.
Overview
This course will involve a detailed consideration of the new behavioural management framework to assist governance officers support their councils and council members. The following elements of the framework will be discussed:- Council Member Integrity Provisions
- Behavioural Standards
- Action that can be taken for breaches of the Behavioural Standards
- Health and safety duties and the giving of directions to Council members
- Role and function of Behavioural Standards Panel
- Referrals and complaints to the Behavioural Standards Panel
- Misbehaviour, repeated misbehaviour and serious misbehaviour
- Role and Function of the Ombudsman
- Behavioural Support Policies
- LGA Model Behavioural Management Policy
- Complaints to the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino‚ Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
With a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please note: this session is NOT designed for Elected Members.
Handling Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resources, People and Culture, Executive Team, Senior Managers and CEOs.
Overview
Now more than ever, there is a public push for the elimination of sexual harassment and bullying in the workplace. The recent changes to the Federal Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) making sexual harassment fall within the definition of serious misconduct sends a strong message, to all jurisdictions, that conduct of such nature must be dealt with seriously.It is important for human resource professionals to have a solid understanding of what constitutes sexual harassment, how the complaints should be handled, when complaints should be reported to authorities, and what support can be offered to complainants.
This session discusses the importance of the employers’ and senior officers’ role in taking a proactive approach to preventing and eliminating sexual harassment in their workplace, and when a complaint is made how to handle investigations sensitively.
Key Learnings
- Recognising sexual harassment in its different forms
- Understanding the effects and impact of sexual harassment
- Complaint handling and disciplinary process
- Providing support to complainants and victims of sexual harassment
- Obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (Cth)
- Sexual discrimination complaints under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA)
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
How to Use LGA Delegations Templates Workshop
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face and Webinar
Target Audience
Governance Officers
Overview
The LGA Delegations Framework is an invaluable tool for councils, but is your council using the templates correctly and most effectively?The workshop will provide a practical demonstration of the LGA Delegations Framework and provide participants with hands on experience in using the templates. Tips for getting the most out of the templates and traps to watch out for will be discussed and participants will have the opportunity to have all their questions answered.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
You may be interested in Council Delegations.What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
ICAC Overview - Maladministration, Misconduct, Corruption for Officers
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All council employees
Overview
As public officers, council employees must be aware of, and comply with their obligations pursuant to the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA) (‘ICAC Act’).This session will explain the primary objects of the ICAC Act, what constitutes maladministration, misconduct and corruption in public administration, the reporting obligations of public officers and implications of breaches.
Key Learnings
- Role of the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption
- Definitions of, and real-life examples of maladministration, misconduct and corruption in public administration
- Obligations of public officers pursuant to the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA)
- Reporting obligations under the ICAC framework
- Implications of breaches, including criminal sanctions
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Introduction to Legal Obligations - Employee Entitlements for Payroll and Finance Officers
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Payroll Officers, Finance Officers, Human Resources
Overview
Payroll and Finance Officers take care of wages and salaries, which, generally, is one of the largest expenditures for councils. It is important for officers to have an understanding of employee entitlements under the various awards and industrial instruments in order for them to correctly prepare and process these entitlements.This session provides an overview of the minimum employee entitlements prescribed by various awards, and how it interacts with enterprise agreements.
Key Learnings
- Employee entitlements under the SAMSOA and LGE Award;
- Different classifications, rates of pay and allowances;
- Pay, overtime and penalty rates; and
- Leave entitlements, TOIL and RDOs
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Introduction to Legal Obligations - Good Governance
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All new council staff and staff who take on a governance officer role
Overview
Following the Introduction to Local Government course, this session focuses on good governance in Local Government. Participants will gain an understanding of the practices, procedures and systems within Local Government, as well as an overview of the decision-making powers of councils.We will discuss what ‘governance’ is within the Local Government context and why good governance is necessary for accountability and successful operation of a council.
Key Learnings
- Overview of the decision making powers of councils including delegations and meeting procedures
- Understanding duties and responsibilities of public officers
- Legislative compliance obligations under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- Understanding the oversight and accountability under the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA)
- Developing skills in relation to community engagement
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Introduction to Legal Obligations - Industrial Relations
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
New Human Resources, People and Culture, Executive Team, Managers and CEOs.
Overview
Following the Introduction to Local Government course, this session focuses on Industrial Relations in Local Government. Participants will gain an understanding of the different employment relationships within Local Government, the application of Enterprise Agreements, Awards, the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA) and other industrial instruments.We will run through the best practices for disciplinary processes and handling unfair dismissal applications in the South Australian Employment Tribunal.
Key Learnings
- Understanding employment relationships and types of employment in Local Government
- Application of Enterprise Agreements, industry Awards, the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA) and other applicable industrial instruments
- Contracts of employment in Local Government
- Employee obligations under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- Performance management processes and disciplinary procedures
- Unfair Dismissals, monetary claims and industrial disputes within the State jurisdiction
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Introduction to Legal Obligations – New council staff (general)
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Investment: $670 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All council staff new to Local Government, or existing staff who are progressing to another role within Local Government. (Please note there is a separate session Legal Obligations for New Senior Level Staff for new managers, team leaders and executive staff)
Overview
This session provides staff with a general introduction to Local Government and an overview of the legal obligations that apply to all council employees. We will look at the obligations and responsibilities of public officers and key legislation that applies such as the Local Government Act 1999 (SA), the amended Independent Commission Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA), Ombudsman Act 1972 (SA) and learn about the conduct and behavioural expectations of council employees.
Key Learnings
- Understanding local government and the roles and functions of councils
- Obligations under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- Preventing misconduct, maladministration and corruption - understanding the amended Independent Commission Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA) and Ombudsman Act 1972 (SA)
- Conduct and behavioural expectations of employees
- Bullying, harassment and sexual harassment in the workplace
- Compliance with council policy and procedures
- Obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA)
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Introduction to Legal Obligations – New senior council staff
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Investment: $670 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All new senior council staff such as Managers, Directors, Executive Team and People Leaders.
Overview
This session will provide an introduction to Local Government tailored to staff in senior positions who are new to Local Government. The course will provide a high-level overview of the legal obligations arising under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA) and the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA). Senior staff will gain an understanding of the application of Enterprise Agreements, Awards and other industrial instruments within Local Government. The session will also cover the conduct and behavioural expectations of council staff and the disciplinary process for misconduct and unfair dismissal in the State jurisdiction.
Key Learnings
- Understand the roles and functions of councils
- Overview of the decision-making powers of councils
- Understand the obligations of public officers under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- Understand the obligations under the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA) and what constitutes maladministration, misconduct and corruption
- The key industrial instruments that apply to Local Government, including the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA), Enterprise Agreements, Awards and individual employment contracts
- Managing staff conduct, behaviour and performance
- Disciplinary process and unfair dismissal in Local Government
- Obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA)
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Introduction to Legal Obligations - Planning
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
New development assessment planners, building officers and development compliance officers, as well as team leaders, managers and directors in those areas.
Overview
Following the Introduction to Local Government course, this session provides an introduction to key legal concepts and issues in planning, building and development assessment and compliance.In particular, participants will gain a broad overview of the role of local government in the new planning system established under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and associated regulations.
Key Learnings
- Roles and responsibilities of councils, council or regional assessment panels, assessment managers, accredited professionals and council staff in the new system
- Delegations frameworks, and how to use the LGA delegations templates
- Policy instruments under the PDI Act and how to amend them
- Overview of the development assessment process including relevant authorities, assessment pathways, application requirements, public consultation, agency referrals, assessment timeframes, decision-making, reserved matters and conditions, and review and appeal mechanisms.
- Overview of building regulation under the new system
- Overview of the compliance mechanisms and the role of local government in development compliance
- Role of the Environment Resources and Development Court
- Relevant case law
Facilitator
The Norman Waterhouse Environment and Planning Team is recognised at the largest and pre-eminent team advising and representing local government in South Australia. The team currently comprises 7 legal practitioners, and has been consistently recognised by its peers in the legal services industry as being a market leader in this area.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Introduction to Legal Obligations - Property and Assets
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Property Officers, Assets and Maintenance Officers, Managers
Overview
This session provides staff with an introduction to important property concepts applicable to Local Government and an overview of the legal framework and governance considerations that apply to council-owned and controlled land and other assets, under the Local Government Act 1999, Crown Land Management Act 2009, Retail and Commercial Leases Act 1995 and Real Property Act 1886.
Key Learnings
- Understanding key property concepts relevant to local government
- Introduction to the legislative framework applicable to:
- Crown land
- Community land
- Public roads
- Leases and licenses
- Other interests including easements and encumbrances
- Lands Titles Office requirements
- Understanding key governance considerations applicable to dealings with local government property.
Facilitator
Yari McCall, Special Counsel – Commercial and Property – Norman Waterhouse LawyersYari has been at Norman Waterhouse and practising in the area of local government property for nearly 15 years. Yari acts for both local government and private clients on all property-related transactional matters. Yari has additional expertise in infrastructure and development matters involving local government.
Lisa Hubbard, Special Counsel – Commercial and Property – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Lisa is an experienced local government property lawyer. Lisa has additional expertise in compulsory acquisition matters and also native title, Aboriginal heritage and land access matters, having acted for local government, native title holders, pastoral lease holders and mining industry participants.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Introduction to Legal Obligations - Rates
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
New and intermediate rates and finance officers
Overview
Following the Introduction to Local Government course, this session focuses on ‘rates’ within Local Government. Councils must tax their constituents in order to provide services which benefit those constituents. This is a fundamental feature of representative government. In the case of local government, the power to tax is conferred by the ‘rating’ provisions of the Local Government Act 1999 (SA).The power to tax is a power which must be exercised equitably and accurately, and strictly in accordance with the parameters set out by legislation. The work of rates and finance officers is vital to local government, and so all rates and finance officers must have a proper understanding of the legal basis of rating.
Key Learnings
- The different types of rates and charges which may be imposed under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- Elements of rates, including fixed charges, value of land, differentiating factors, minimum rates, and maximum rates
- When, why and how separate rates, service rates and service charges may be imposed
- Procedural requirements for the adoption of rates and charges
- Mandatory rebates, discretionary rebates, postponements, and remissions
- The assessment record
- Requirements for rates notices
- Whom a council can recover rates from, and the consequences of default by a ratepayer
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Introduction to Legal Obligations - Regulatory Services
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
New officers, Compliance Officers, Community Safety Officers, General Inspectors, Environmental Health Officers, Authorised Officers and their Managers.
Overview
Following the Introduction to Local Government course, this session provides an introduction to Regulatory Services within Local Government. Participants will gain an understanding of the vast powers available to regulatory staff and the enforcement of these powers under the various legislative tools. This course will provide a high-level overview of how to effectively investigate and report breaches to the legislation including successful gathering of evidence to present in court proceedings.
Key Learnings
- Obligations under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- General overview of the source of powers
- Understanding the difference between delegations and authorisations
- Enforcement under various legislation
- Investigate alleged breaches of legislation and evidence gathering
- Dealing with court proceedings
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislation.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
With a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Investigation and Evidence Gathering
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Investment: $410 inc GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
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Please note: 3 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Compliance Officers, Authorised Officers, Building Officers, Planning Officers and Managers of such officers.
Overview
Rome wasn’t built in a day! It takes time, and sometimes years to master the skills of effective investigation and evidence gathering. However, if it is not done correctly, it may as well not be done at all.In gathering information, it is imperative for officers to understand what evidence is and the different elements of the offences which they are investigating so that ultimately they may then prove their case to the requisite standard depending on which enforcement tool is utilised.
The importance of a planned and thorough investigation should not be underestimated. Officers must be able to effectively take good notes and prepare statements, undertake interviews, prepare exhibits and keep good records to ensure they can achieve their desired outcome.
Key Learnings
- Understand the rules of evidence and burdens of proof;
- The elements of offences;
- How to exercise cautions;
- How to take notes and establish good record keeping practices;
- How to conduct an informal and formal interview with suspects and witnesses;
- How to prepare statements; and
- Etiquette and tips on building rapport in investigations.
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Environment, Health and Regulatory ServicesPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
Norman Waterhouse Lawyers have significant experience in advising upon and dealing with regulatory matters for local government councils across the full suite of statutory regimes under which councils have functions and responsibilities. Over the last few years, they have provided extensive training on these topics to the local government sector. The Norman Waterhouse Team is recognised as the largest of its kind in this State and is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of such advice to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Land Division and Infrastructure Delivery under the PDI Act
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Planners, Managers, Engineers, Relevant Authorities (including CAP, Assessment Managers, Accredited Professionals, SPC and delegates)
Overview
This session will assist councils and relevant authorities under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 to navigate the assessment of applications for land division and the mechanisms for delivery of infrastructure.
Key Learnings
- Review of statutory processes under the PDI Act and comparison to previous statutory regime under the Development Act
- Relevant provisions in the Planning and Design Code
- Learnings from case law
- Relationship with development assessment
- Bonding agreements
- Infrastructure delivery mechanisms
Facilitator
Rebecca McAulay, Principal – Environment & Planning – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Rebecca is a Principal in the Environment & Planning Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is recognised as the largest of its kind in this State and is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of such advice to the local government sector in South Australia.
Yari McCall, Senior Associate – Property, Infrastructure and Commercial – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Yari has expertise in strategic property and major infrastructure projects as well as all general dealings with land; including due diligence, sales and purchases, leases, licenses, management agreements, easements, encumbrances and caveats. Yari advises both local government and private clients and she is an engaging presenter with a keen interest in providing professional development and training opportunities for clients on a variety of topics.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Land Management Agreements
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Planners, Managers, Property Officers, Relevant Authorities (including CAP, Assessment Managers, Accredited Professionals, SPC and delegates)
Overview
This session will assist councils and relevant authorities under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 to understand the utility of land management agreements in relation to development.
Key Learnings
- Review of statutory processes under the PDI Act and comparison to previous statutory regime under the Development Act
- Learnings from case law
- Relationship with development assessment
- Drafting tips
- New LTO requirements
Facilitator
Rebecca McAulay, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersRebecca is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Leave Entitlements, Stand Down, TOIL and RDOs
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp (to be eligible for a discount, click here to enrol in the full series)
Delivery: Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council staff, Human Resources, Executive Team and CEOs.
Overview
While each council has its individual enterprise agreements, each enterprise agreement must be read in conjunction with the applicable Award. It is essential to have a solid understanding of the minimum requirements under the respective Awards, its operation and application when dealing with employee relations and for the purposes of enterprise bargaining negotiations.With this in mind, Norman Waterhouse is pleased to offer a new training workshop series focused on breaking down and explaining the provisions both, the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award and the Local Government Employee Award.
Key Learnings
- Types of leave
- Stand down provisions
- Correct accrual and deduction of RDOs
- TOIL and overtime penalty rates
- How award provisions overlap with Enterprise Agreements
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last twenty years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Legislation, Planning & Design Code and Planning Instruments
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Development assessment planners, policy planners, accredited professionals & other council staff involved in development services.
Overview
This session will provide an overview of significant changes and updates to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016, its associated Regulations, the Planning & Design Code and other planning instruments including practice directions, practice guidelines and design standards.
Key Learnings
Participants will gain an understanding of important changes to the legislation and associated instruments including those that have been recently introduced so as to equip them with the skills to perform, exercise and discharge relevant functions, powers and duties in the administration of the Act.
Facilitator
Gavin Leydon, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Gavin leads the firm’s Planning, Development and Environment Team and is a specialist in property development, urban and regional planning, environmental and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Team is recognised as the largest of its kind in this State and is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of such advice to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Legislative Tools for Managing Bushfire Risk
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Fire Prevention Officers, Team Leaders, Managers, Chief Executive Officers, Elected Members and all staff involved in fire prevention.
Overview
The LGA in conjunction with Norman Waterhouse Lawyers invite you to this one day training to address Council legislative responsibilities in bushfire risk management.This training session will provide participants with tools to manage fire risks and assist councils in understanding their role and responsibilities with respect to fire prevention. We will facilitate a comprehensive discussion regarding the powers and enforcement options available to councils under the Fire and Emergency Services Act 2005 and other legislative instruments.
Key Learnings
- Council obligations regarding fire prevention
- Inspection process
- Notice issuing process
- Council powers with respect to:
- council land
- private land
- federal land
- crown land
- Interaction between the FES Act and other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Life's a Beach - The Role of a Council in Managing the Foreshore
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Chief Executive Officers, Council Officers, General Inspectors and Managers
Overview
To provide a summary of councils’ obligations in managing foreshores and the legal status of foreshores within a council’s area. The course will provide participants with a summary of available enforcement powers for a breach of by-laws, the Local Government Act 1999 and various road traffic offences relating to foreshores.The half day session will also discuss the relationship between various legislation, including the Harbors and Navigation Act 1993, and how to control access to foreshores by animals under human control. This will be run as an open forum where participants may ask questions and seek guidance and advice in relation to foreshores.
Key Learnings
- Council responsibilities in managing foreshores
- Local government authority and legal status of foreshores
- Powers of enforcement
- Use of by-laws
- Controlling access to foreshores
- Interaction with other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Liquor Licensing
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Planning Officers, Compliance Officers.
Overview
This course will provide an overview of the Liquor Licensing Act 1997 procedures for dealing with applications for liquor licenses.
Key Learnings
- The statutory provisions in the Liquor Licensing Act
- The procedures relating to applications
- Breaches of the Liquor Licensing Act
- Conditions of a licence and what can be done
- Gathering evidence regarding non compliance
- The role of the Council
- The relationship between planning controls and liquor licensing
- Tips to follow and traps to avoid
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal - Governance and Regulatory Services - Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Principal in the firm’s specialist Local Government Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services Team and his straightforward and pragmatic approach to legal practice delivers direct and satisfying results for his wide range of clients. Paul’s experience includes governance, policy advice, administrative law issues and statutory interpretation.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Local Government Property Management
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Asset managers and property officers
Overview
Councils are responsible for managing large property portfolios that are occupied by a broad range of tenants and users. Where properties are used by third party occupiers, a lease is put in place between the council as ‘landlord’ and the third party as ‘tenant’.Because a lease forms the basis of a legal relationship, it is important that it is clear regarding the responsibilities of each party. It is important to outline the responsibilities and obligations of the tenant and be sure that the staff tasked with managing the property portfolios (and administering the leases) have an understanding of fundamental leasing principles and concepts.
Key Learnings
- What are the key characteristics of a lease?
- What Acts and Regulations do you need to be aware of?
- Lease v’s Management Agreement – what are the key differences?
- The utility of standard terms and special conditions
- When does a lease commence?
- Rent and rent review mechanisms
- Outgoings, and the recovery of outgoings from tenant
- Common tenant obligations
- Common landlord obligations
- End of lease obligations
- Key risk issues to be aware of during the negotiation of a lease
Facilitator
Yari McCall, Special Counsel – Commercial and Property – Norman Waterhouse LawyersYari has been at Norman Waterhouse and practising in the area of local government property for nearly 15 years. Yari acts for both local government and private clients on all property-related transactional matters. Yari has additional expertise in infrastructure and development matters involving local government.
Lisa Hubbard, Senior Associate – Property, Infrastructure & Commercial & Native Title – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Lisa is an experienced property lawyer with particular expertise in local government real property and infrastructure assets and native title. Lisa has also acted for local government, native title holders, pastoral lease holders and mining industry participants in matters involving native title, Aboriginal heritage and land access. Lisa’s knowledge and understanding allows her to present training sessions, workshops and seminars to both metropolitan and regional councils.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Local Nuisance & Litter Control
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Authorised Officers, Environmental Health Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of these areas
Overview
This program provides an overview of the Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016 (LNLC Act) and summarises the fundamental concepts that underpin the legislation (including role and powers of a council for managing nuisance, litter and illegal dumping).The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the subjective nature of nuisance under the LNLC Act, evidentiary aids and tips for conducting investigations.
The training session will comprise a combination of different formats including: a tutorial to teach the concepts; hypothetical examples to illustrate the concepts in a practical setting; and an open forum session where participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and seek guidance and advice.
Key Learnings
- Council obligations and powers
- Summary of the LNLC Act
- Investigative processes and powers of authorised officers
- Notice issuing process
- Appeals process
- Interaction with other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Management of Council Land and Buildings: Governance Masterclass
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All council staff involved in the management of council property assets‚ requests from users of council property to undertake works and governance and risk management.
Overview
This training will cover all aspects of the property law and governance arrangements that underpin the management of property assets by councils that are the subject of a lease, licence, authorisation or permit. There will be a specific focus on the powers of councils to enter into agreements for the use of property and the governance arrangements that need to be put in place to manage those agreements (including changes that arise and works that are proposed to be carried out by users).
Key Learnings
- Relevant legislation;
- Powers and functions of councils when managing council property;
- Delegations and authorisations required to manage council property and requests received in relation to leases, licences, authorisations and permits;
- Powers and functions of councils in relation to works proposed on council land by users of council property; and
- The role of policies and operating procedures in managing leases, licences, authorisations and permits.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Taara Kennedy, Special Counsel – Native Title, Resources & Renewable Energy – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Taara has extensive experience in property law matters involving Crown land, community land, native title, Aboriginal heritage, and administrative law, as well as negotiation and drafting of complex agreements and settlements.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Managing Roads
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Officers who manage made and unmade roads and administer authorisations and permits.
Overview
This course will provide an overview of Sections 221, 222 and 224 of the Local Government Act 1999 and the demands faced by councils when assessing and managing roads and road reserves including footpaths.The course will also cover council's powers to carry out roadwork and recover costs including:
- Moveable signs
- Removal of objects
- Street trees
- Damage to roads
- Managing development on adjoining roads including access.
Participants will gain an understanding of procedures to be followed, the legal risks involved and the competing views of the general public.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Meeting Procedures for Mayors and Chairs
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Public Investment: $430 incl GST per person
In-house Investment: $3500 incl GST per council‚ to request an in-house quote, please click here.
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Mayors and Chairpersons
Overview
This session will provide specific guidance on the presiding member’s obligations in relation to meeting procedures at council meetings, which are above those of elected members. The key responsibilities of the Mayors and Chairs will be discussed, in addition to practical considerations for Mayors and Chairs to consider in preparing for and assistance at council meetings.
Key Learnings
- Key responsibilities of Mayors and Chairs pursuant to legislation and code of practice
- How to prepare for council meetings
- Meeting procedures
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
With a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Native Vegetation and the Planning System
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Planning, development and compliance staff. Environment and sustainability officers, native vegetation advisers and consultants.
Overview
‘A nightmare!’ ‘A maze!’ ‘Can’t see the wood for the trees!’If such thoughts have occurred to you while trying to understand how native vegetation controls operate within, and around, the planning system, you would not be alone.
The purpose of this session is to peel back the various layers of regulation that sit within the Planning Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and regulations, the Planning and Design Code and the Native Vegetation Act 1991 and regulations – and to better understand how they interact and, in some cases, overlap.
Key Learnings
- Overview of the Native Vegetation Act 1991 and Native Vegetation Regulations 2017, as relevant to the planning system
- Overview of relevant provisions within the Planning & Design Code, including Native Vegetation Overlays
- Understanding development application requirements, the role of ‘Data Reports’, clearance levels, and referral triggers
- Considering controls and exemptions in bushfire hazard areas
- Navigating the particular difficulties that arise where regulated tree controls overlap with native vegetation controls
Facilitator
Peter Psaltis, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPeter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Parking Enforcement – From an Expiation Notice to the Supreme Court
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of these areas
Overview
To provide an overview of the Australian Road Rules and the Road Traffic Act 1961 and summarise council’s responsibilities in parking enforcement. The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the relationship between the Australian Road Rules and the Private Parking Areas Act 1986.This half day session will assist participants in understanding their powers of enforcement under various road traffic legislation and provide tips for evidence gathering, record keeping, preparing matters for trial and appearing in court as a witness.
Key Learnings
- Summary of the Australian Road Rules, Road Traffic Act 1961 and Private Parking Areas Act 1986
- Issuing of expiation notices
- Statutory declarations
- Evidence gathering and record keeping
- Elections to be prosecuted and commencing prosecution proceedings
- Witness preparation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Performance Management and Absenteeism
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Managers and CEOs
Overview
An underperforming or absent employee has a direct negative impact on the productivity and effectiveness of council business. At times, tough decisions need to be made to performance manage or discipline employees who are consistently underperforming or absent from the workplace.This session will outline the process for managing underperforming or absent employees, and the process of moving an employee out of the organisation where his/her performance does not improve.
Key Learnings
- How to manage underperforming employees;
- Legitimate absenteeism versus illegitimate and long-term absenteeism;
- How and when to take further action; and
- Dealing with disputes.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Powers, Purpose and Process By-laws
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Chief Executive Officers and Authorised Persons
Overview
The course will provide participants with an overview of the fundamental legal concepts of by-laws and powers for enforcing by-laws. Participants will expand their understanding of the Local Government Act 1999 and the concepts that underpin local government by-laws. This full day course will comprise a combination of different formats including: a tutorial to teach the concepts; hypothetical examples to illustrate the concepts in a practical setting; and a question and answer based session where participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and seek guidance and advice in relation to specific by-laws.
Key Learnings
- Local Government Act 1999
- Requirements of by-laws
- Reports to the Legislative Review Committee
- Enacting by-laws
- Enforcing by-laws
Facilitator
Paul Kelly Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services, Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Rates Administration Masterclass
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face and Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Intermediate and experienced rates and finance officers
Overview
Rates constitute a system of taxation. It is the responsibility of all rates and finance officers to ensure that councils’ significant rating powers are applied lawfully and correctly. New rates and finance officers, and intermediate officers seeking a detailed refresher upon the legal basis of rating powers, are encouraged to enrol in our ‘Introduction to Rating’ short course.For those who are more advanced, this ‘Rates Administration Masterclass’ will provide an opportunity to learn and to engage with other experienced rating practitioners regarding more complicated issues across all facets of rating.
Key Learnings
This Masterclass will commence with a re-cap of various important rating concepts. Following this re-cap, we will explore numerous specific issues, in a workshop format. Matters discussed will include:- Areas of land which may be subject to fixed charges and/or minimum rates;
- When and how to impose separate rates;
- Issues relating to the imposition and calculation of service rates and service charges;
- Mandatory public consultation requirements for certain changes in respect of rating;
- Whether or not ‘rating policies’ are required, and what they should contain;
- Dealing with rebate applications;
- Dealing with objections to land attribution, objections to valuation, and ‘section 270’ reviews;
- The relevance of the ‘principal ratepayer’, and other persons from whom rates may be recovered;
- Debt recovery, including sale of land for non-payment of rates.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Recovery of Rates and Sale of Land for Non-Payment of Rates
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Rate Officers and Finance Staff
Overview
This workshop will discuss the mechanism by which council can recover outstanding rates with a particular focus on the statutory scheme under the Local Government Act 1999 which enables a council to sell land where rates on the land have been in arrears for three years or more. It will include discussion on how a council may recover outstanding rates, the persons against whom the council may recover outstanding rates and how the council is required to apply payments received by way of rates.Participants will also be involved in preparing a template notice under section 184 that complies with the requirements of the Act.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino has over 10 years experience assisting and providing advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and regulatory and enforcement.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Register of Interests – Prescribed Officers
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All staff who are Prescribed Officers under Section 111 of the Act
Overview
This training will provide an overview of the requirements regarding ‘register of interests’ with a detailed explanation of all the types of interests that must be disclosed in a primary and ordinary return. Examples will be provided of each interest that must be disclosed. The consequences of failing to comply with the register of interest provisions will also be discussed.
Key Learnings
- Requirements regarding ‘register of interests’ under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- Types of interests that must be disclosed in a primary return
- Types of interests that must be disclosed in a ordinary return
- Consequences of failing to comply
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Regulated Trees & the Law Update
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
All development staff, including planners, compliance officers and arboricultural staff. Regional council officers are also encouraged to attend noting that the Government has requested the Commission to progress amendments to the Planning & Design Code such that the Regulated and Significant Tree Overlay will apply in the future to the regions.Overview
On 16 May 2024 amendments were made to the PDI General Regs which significantly change the law in relation to regulated and significant trees. This session will provide an overview of those amendments and the impacts they will have on development assessment, enforcement and existing development applications and development authorisations. This session will also focus on the regulated tree provisions of the Planning and Design Code and Planning, Development & Infrastructure Act 2016 as well as recent case law on how they have been interpreted and what changes we expect to see as a result of the legislative amendments.
Key Learnings
- Summary of the impact of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) (Regulated and Significant Trees) Amendments Regulations 2024
- Review of Urban Tree Canopy Overlay and Off-set Scheme – legal issues and practical implications
- Review of regulated tree policy under the Planning & Design Code
- Review of assessment processes for DAs involving regulated trees
- Case law review
- Enforcement under the Planning, Development & Infrastructure Act 2016
Facilitator
Aden Miegel, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersAden is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Responsible Social Media Use and Defamation Law
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
CEOs, HR Officers, Managers
Overview
Local government employees have a number of statutory and contractual obligations to councils in respect of their conduct during and sometimes outside of working hours. With technology and social media being integral parts of most people’s work and personal lives, it is important that employees are aware of how to appropriately and responsibly use these platforms.This session will provide guidance to senior council officers on how to enforce responsible employee social media use and the implications of conduct to the contrary. Examples of inappropriate social media use can also lead to defamation publications being made.
In addition to explaining how councils can prevent inappropriate employee social media use, this session will provide an overview of defamation law in South Australia pursuant to the Defamation Act 2005 (SA) and common law.
Key Learnings
- What should be included in a Social Media Policy
- How to enforce responsible social media use amongst employees in the workplace
- How to detect inappropriate social media use and protect confidential information/intellectual property of the council
- Work, health and safety implications of inappropriate social media use
- What constitutes a defamatory publication
- Defences to defamatory publications
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Road Opening & Closure Procedure
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Authorised Persons/General Inspectors, Engineering Officers and any other Council Officers involved in matters affected by road closures.
Overview
This course will assist Council officers to comply with the legislation relevant to road openings and closures, the classification of land as community land, revocation of that classification and alienation of community land.
Key Learnings
- The different methods available to Councils to close roads under:
- Section 359 of the Local Government Act 1999
- Sections 32 and 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961
- Section 59 of the Summary Offences Act 1953
- Roads (Opening and Closing) Act 1991
- Traffic control devices
- Traffic impact statements
- Delegation and general approval from the Minister for Transport
- Road opening methods.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Section 41: Committee Member Training for Community Members
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Community Members involved in Council Section 41 Committees. Council Officers involved in such Committees are also welcome to attend.
Overview
This course will highlight the legislative responsibilities of Section 41 Committees.
Key Learnings
- Functions and duties of the Committee and general duties of Committee members under Section 41 of the Local Government Act 1999, including misuse of information under Section 62 of the Local Government Act 1999 and consideration of the offence provisions that apply to Committee members
- Meeting procedures and the application of the Local Government (Procedures at Meetings) Regulations 2000 on meetings of Committees performing regulatory activities and the availability of Sections 90 and 91
- Reporting to Council and the formation of recommendations including the reporting and accountability obligations of Committees to the Council, particularly the delivery of recommendations that have been formed by a Committee
- Conflict of interest including a laypersons overview of the conflict of interest provisions in the Local Government Act 1999 and the application of those provisions to members of Council Committees.
- This will include consideration of what a prescribed interest is, when a prescribed interest will arise, and what the individual committee member must do in that event.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. Felice takes a practical and solutions based approach to representing her clients and assisting them to deal with competing pressures. As a Principal in Norman Waterhouse’s Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services team Felice specialises in governance and public administration and is committed to assisting her clients to make defensible decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Dale Mazzachi focuses his attention on developing his client's practical understanding of the important roles governance and regulation play in helping their organisations successfully deliver for their communities. He now practices as a Principal in the firm’s Local Government Employment, Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Dale’s regulatory experience includes animal management and control, public health, food safety, public realm and traffic management, liquor licensing, by-laws and regulations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Section 7 Statements and Managing Enquiries
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Duration: Half day
Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Planning Officers and Administrative Officers responsible for providing information for Section 7 statements and their Managers.
Overview
This course will assist Councils to meet their statutory obligations under the Land and Business (Sale and Conveyancing) Act 1994 and Regulations 2010, when requested to provide information as a result of enquiries in relation to the sale of land. A consistent and well-informed approach benefits Councils in terms of resource management and dealings with members of the public and the property industry.The currency and accuracy of information provided for these enquiries is critical. Vendors and purchasers of land in negotiating and concluding sales rely on information that is provided by Councils. Inaccurate, incomplete or misleading information that is relied upon to the detriment of the purchaser and/or vendor may result in the Form 1 statement being invalid, or have other unintended consequences resulting in loss or damage to the parties. This may give rise to claims against Councils.
Key Learnings
- How Section 7 statements fit within the overall context of sale of land transactions
- Statutory obligations of councils when responding to Section 7 enquiries, including updates required as a result of legislative changes, such as those relating to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016
- How to develop and improve skills of officers responsible for answering enquiries and managing the enquiry process
- How to transfer and maintain the skills acquired at this course to other Council Officers.
Facilitator
Yari McCall, Special Counsel – Commercial and Property – Norman Waterhouse LawyersYari is a Special Counsel in the Commercial and Property Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers and has been practising in this area for nearly 15 years. Yari has experience on both sides of the “section 7” fence, regularly providing advice to councils in terms of statutory obligations and also to vendors and purchasers as part of the sale and purchase of land process.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Setting Classifications, Rates of Pay and Allowances for Employees
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp (to be eligible for a discount, click here to enrol in the full series)
Delivery: Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council staff, Human Resources, Executive Team and CEOs.
Overview
While each council has its individual enterprise agreements, each enterprise agreement must be read in conjunction with the applicable Award. It is essential to have a solid understanding of the minimum requirements under the respective Awards, its operation and application when dealing with employee relations and for the purposes of enterprise bargaining negotiations.With this in mind, Norman Waterhouse is pleased to offer a new training workshop series focused on breaking down and explaining the provisions both, the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award and the Local Government Employee Award.
Key Learnings
- Understanding different classifications
- Rates of pay
- Higher duties
- Reclassification process
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last twenty years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Setting Employee Pay and Entitlements
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council staff, Human Resources, Executive Team and CEOs.
Overview
While each council has its individual enterprise agreements, each enterprise agreement must be read in conjunction with the applicable Award. It is essential to have a solid understanding of the minimum requirements under the respective Awards, its operation and application when dealing with employee relations and for the purposes of enterprise bargaining negotiations.With this in mind, Norman Waterhouse is pleased to offer a new training workshop series focused on breaking down and explaining the provisions both, the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award and the Local Government Employee Award.
Key Learnings
- Ordinary hours of work
- Span of hours
- Penalty rates
- Overtime
- Call-out and on-call allowances
- How Award provisions overlap with Enterprise Agreements
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last twenty years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Site Contamination Update
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Investment: $120 incl GST pp
Delivery: Webinar
Please note: 1 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) point is available for this session
Target Audience
Accredited professionals – planning levels 1, 2, 3 and 4.
Overview
Proper management of contaminated, and potentially contaminated, sites is an important part of the planning process.In this session, attendees will be receive a refresher on the key components of the site contamination assessment framework in the planning system, with a focus on recent amendments to State Planning Commission Practice Direction 14.
Key Learnings
- Understanding the key provisions in the PDI Act, PDI (General) Regulations and the Planning & Design Code pertaining to site contamination
- Discussing recent amendments to Practice Direction 14
- Sharing and understanding practical issues and experience
Facilitator
Peter Psaltis, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPeter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Supported Residential Facilities – Council as a Licensing Authority
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Environmental Health Officers and Managers
Overview
To provide an overview of the Supported Residential Facilities Act 1992 and the responsibilities of the council in enforcing the Act. The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the requirements of Supported Residential Facilities (SRFs) and factors the council must take into consideration when determining to issue or renew a SRF licence.
Key Learnings
- Council obligations regarding SRFs
- EHO responsibilities and council powers
- Investigative processes and powers of EHOs
- Amendments to the Act under the COVID-19 Emergency Response Act 2020
- Notice issuing process
- Interaction with other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Traffic Control Regulations & Authorisations Training
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council staff involved in making and/or managing delegations and authorisations and other general governance responsibilities; with delegations or authorisations under the Instrument; and with traffic management responsibilities.
Overview
This training will address the Instrument of General Approval and Delegation to Councils for the Use of Traffic Control Devices, Road Closure and Granting of Exemptions for Events under the Road Traffic Act 1961 from the Minister for Transport and Infrastructure, dated 22 August 2013 (the Instrument).The Instrument:
- Grants general approvals from the Minister to councils to exercise certain powers, subject to certain conditions;
- Delegates powers from the Minister to councils (being a power to grant approvals, thus enabling councils to grant certain approvals of their own, and a power to declare events, which entails powers to close roads and to grant exemptions from certain Australian Road Rules), subject to certain conditions;
- Permits sub delegation of powers by councils, subject to certain conditions;
- Provides for the appointment by the Chief Executive Officer of authorised for the purpose of discharging powers for which general approval has been granted to a council (‘sub-authorisations’) and for the purpose of discharging powers which the council has delegated authority to exercise;
- Requires a council to identify by resolution one or more persons who is/are, in the opinion of the council, an experienced traffic engineering practitioner for purpose of preparing traffic impact statements;
- requires the appointment of an authorised officer for the purpose of endorsing traffic impact statements;
- Involves requirements to notify and seek the concurrence of other parties in certain circumstances (including adjoining councils, the Commissioner of Highways, the Commissioner of Police, and other emergency and traffic-related State Government instrumentalities);
- Refers to external documents and requires councils to comply with those documents; and imposes record-keeping requirements.
Key Learnings
- The nature of the powers which a council is able to exercise under the Instrument, and the conditions and obligations imposed by the Instrument;
- The legal basis upon which a council is able to exercise its various powers under the Instrument;
- The distinction between those powers for which a council is granted general approval, and those powers for which it is the delegate of the Minister;
- The distinction between authorisations (including ‘sub-authorisations’) and subdelegations;
- How to properly document and implement authorisations and subdelegations under the Instrument; and
- Some of the fundamental technical requirements applying to traffic control devices.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
With a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Unfair Dismissals
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Directors, General Managers and CEOs
Overview
This course provides a breakdown of what constitutes an ‘unfair dismissal’ at law. We will discuss what a Court or Tribunal would consider a if an unfair dismissal claim is brought against a Council and provide guidance and information to assist with defending a claim.
Key Learnings
- Unfair dismissals under the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA);
- Application of Awards and enterprise agreements;
- Harsh, unjust and unreasonable explained;
- Procedural and substantive fairness explained;
- Evidence and proof on the balance of probabilities; and
- Resolving disputes and entering into a Deed of Settlement and Release.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Unsolicited Bids and Major Projects Governance Masterclass
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Governance Officers, Property Officers & Planning Officers and Managers
Overview
Councils are passionate about strengthening their communities and supporting projects that will do this. Councils are increasingly seeking out opportunities to fund major projects in their areas and being approached by the private sector with proposals for new and expanded business opportunities for their areas.This master class has developed to provide Council officers and managers with the tools they need to be forward thinking and ready to respond to opportunities as they present, whilst also being mindful of, and complying with, all legislative responsibilities.
Key Learnings
This master class will examine a board range of matters relating to good governance of unsolicited bids and major project management – from the initial proposal stage through to sign off. This includes:- Due diligence: knowing what and who you are dealing with.
- Unsolicited bids and section 49 policies: how to invite opportunities whilst also balancing transparency and accountability requirements.
- Community land management plans: how to use these to your advantage whilst complying with legislative requirements.
- Disposal of assets: legislative requirements and timing considerations.
- Report writing: getting it right, the first time.
- Delegations: when and how they can be used.
- Better document negotiation and drafting: tips and traps.
- Special meetings: when and how to use them to meet project deadlines.
- Dealing with external agencies: when and how to get them involved.
- Confidentiality orders: when and how to use them.
- Section 270 reviews: what to do when a review is sought.
- Informal consultation and gatherings: when and how to use them and what the new legislative requirements require.
- Funding agreements: tips and traps..
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Mabel Tam, Principal - Property, Infrastructure & Commercial – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Mabel is a commercial and property lawyer specialising in local government major projects. With expertise across a diverse spectrum of areas, Mabel is best placed to assist Councils with strategic, commercial and property advice. With a passion for local government and extensive experience presenting to councils, Mabel is a trusted adviser for metropolitan and regional councils.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Work Health and Safety Obligations
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Work Health and Safety Officers, Managers, Team Leaders and CEOs
Overview
All employers have a primary duty of care to ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, the health and safety of its employees and others in the workplace. This session will explain Council’s obligations, as well as the obligations of employees, contractors, volunteers and other staff.
Key Learnings
- Maintaining a safe work environment under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (SA);
- Duties of employees and volunteers;
- When and how to report a notifiable incident;
- Consultation, health and safety committees and representatives;
- Powers relating to entry by Inspectors; and
- Dealing with disputes.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Workplace Investigations and Procedural Fairness
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Directors, Managers, Team Leaders and CEOs
Overview
This training session will provide a step-by-step guide on how to conduct a procedurally fair workplace investigation in relation to any complaints or misconduct of staff to ensure that council complies with the principles of procedural fairness and natural justice.
Key Learnings
- How to structure a procedurally fair workplace investigation;
- The pitfalls and traps of employers and how to avoid them;
- The balance of probabilities; and
- Dealing with disputes.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Assessment Panel Training for Elected Members
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Investment: $245 inc GST pp
Delivery: Face to Face & Virtual
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Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Elected Members appointed to an Assessment Panel and their deputies; Elected Members who are considering nominating for Assessment Panel membership; Elected Members who are interested to understand more about the role of an Assessment Panel in the planning system.
Overview
Assessment panels play a critical role as a relevant authority in affording representors and proponents the opportunity to have their say on applications for planning consent for notifiable performance assessed development. Membership on an Assessment Panel for local Elected Members requires a sound knowledge of both their obligations under Codes of Conduct as well as an understanding of the state planning system under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016.This training is designed to provide Elected Members who are Assessment Panel members or are considering membership with an overview of the planning system and processes, an understanding of the decision-making and operating procedures, and assistance with managing their responsibilities and dual role in both the local government sector and as an Assessment Panel member.
Key Learnings
- Overview of the system, including the role of the Assessment Panel
- Role of an Elected Member on an Assessment Panel
- Operating procedures
- Decision-making; understanding the Planning & Design Code
- Conditions and reserved matters
- Further processes (Assessment Manager reviews, appeals etc)
- Behavioural standards / code of conduct
Facilitator
Gavin Leydon, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersGavin leads the firm’s Planning, Development and Environment Team and is a specialist in property development, urban and regional planning, environmental and administrative law.
Additional Information
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Conducting an Internal Review: Full Program
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face ONLY
Target Audience
Governance officers/managers and CEOs or council staff that deal with or undertake internal reviews
Overview
‘Conducting an Internal Review’ is a 2-part program.
Part 1
Gives participants an ‘overview’ on how to conduct internal reviews pursuant to Section 270 of the Local Government Act 1999. It will include all issues that should be considered and addressed as part of the Section 270 process. The program will examine relevant legislative previsions and discuss the Ombudsman’s recommendations arising from his audit of Council’s internal reviews of council decisions procedure. All aspects of Section 270 internal reviews will be discussed including merits review, process reviews, procedural fairness, sufficient interest, use of panels/committees, vexatious applications and circumstances when a council may refuse to deal with a Section 270 internal review application.
Part 2
This program is an interactive workshop. Participants will work through a hypothetical Section 270 application considering the points below and prepare a report on the results.- Whether the application is frivolous or vexatious;
- Whether the applicant has a sufficient interest;
- How to conduct the internal review;
- What information should form part of the internal review
- Who should be the reviewer;
Facilitator
Felice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
If you choose not to attend this interactive workshop but are interested in attending part 1 only (available via face 2 face & webinar) please click here.What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Conducting an Internal Review: Part 1
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Governance officers/managers and CEOs or council staff that deal with or undertake internal reviews
Overview
‘Conducting an Internal Review’ is a 2-part program.
Part 1
Gives participants an ‘overview’ on how to conduct internal reviews pursuant to Section 270 of the Local Government Act 1999. It will include all issues that should be considered and addressed as part of the Section 270 process.The program will examine relevant legislative previsions and discuss the Ombudsman’s recommendations arising from his audit of Council’s internal reviews of council decisions procedure.
Key Learnings
All aspects of Section 270 internal reviews will be discussed including:- Merits review
- Process reviews
- Procedural fairness
- Sufficient interest
- Use of panels/committees
- Vexatious applications and circumstances when a council may refuse to deal with a Section 270 internal review application.
Facilitator
Felice D'Agostino, Principal, Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. Felice takes a practical and solutions-based approach to representing her clients and assisting them to deal with competing pressures. As a Principal in Norman Waterhouse’s Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services team Felice specialises in governance and public administration and is committed to assisting her clients to make defensible decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
If you would like to attend the full day program (which includes an interactive workshop) please click here.If you have already completed Part 1, click here to enrol for Part 2.
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Conducting an Internal Review: Part 2
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face only
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Governance officers/managers and CEOs or council staff that deal with or undertake internal reviews
Overview
‘Conducting an Internal Review’ is a 2-part program. Part 2 is an interactive workshop designed to work through a hypothetical Section 270 application.
Key Learnings
Part 2
Participants will need to consider the points below and prepare a report on the results:- Whether the application is frivolous or vexatious;
- Whether the applicant has a sufficient interest;
- How to conduct the internal review?
- What information should form part of the internal review?
- Who should be the reviewer?
Facilitator
Felice D'Agostino, Principal, Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. Felice takes a practical and solutions-based approach to representing her clients and assisting them to deal with competing pressures. As a Principal in Norman Waterhouse’s Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services team Felice specialises in governance and public administration and is committed to assisting her clients to make defensible decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
A prerequisite for this session is: Conducting an Internal Review: Part 1What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Council and Committee Meeting Agenda and Minute Preparation
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Executive and/or Personal Assistants and Administration Officers.
Overview
The Local Government Act 1999 and the Local Government (Procedures at Meetings) Regulations 2013 provide for the conduct of Council and Council Committee meetings and the preparation of minutes and agendas.
Key Learnings
- Gain an increased understanding of the provisions of the Local Government Act 1999 and the Local Government (Procedures at Meetings) Regulations 2013 in relation to notice of meetings, agendas and minutes; and
- Develop skills in the preparation of notices of meetings, agendas and the recording and preparation of minutes.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. Felice takes a practical and solutions based approach to representing her clients and assisting them to deal with competing pressures. As a Principal in Norman Waterhouse’s Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services team Felice specialises in governance and public administration and is committed to assisting her clients to make defensible decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Dale Mazzachi focuses his attention on developing his client's practical understanding of the important roles governance and regulation play in helping their organisations successfully deliver for their communities. He now practices as a Principal in the firm’s Local Government Employment, Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Dale’s regulatory experience includes animal management and control, public health, food safety, public realm and traffic management, liquor licensing, by-laws and regulations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Council and Committee Meeting Procedure
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
New and returning Elected Members, council committee members, CEO, Governance Officers, Executives, Personal Assistants, Administration Officers.Overview
The Local Government Act 1999 and the Local Government (Procedures at Meetings) Regulations 2013 provide for the conduct of Council and Council Committee meetings. This session breaks down the meeting procedures to assist council and committees to conduct more efficient and productive meetings.
Key Learnings
- Legislative requirements regarding council and committee meetings under the Local Government Act 1999 and the Local Government (Procedures at Meetings) Regulations 2013
- The application of the provisions of the Act and the Regulations in relation to procedures at Council and Council Committee meetings
- Roles and responsibilities of those attending council and committee meetings
- Knowledge and skills required to contribute effectively to the decision making processes
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Frivolous & Vexatious Complaints
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Governance Officers, Freedom of Information Officers
Overview
Members of the public are entitled to complain. Members of the public are also able to express dissatisfaction in other ways, such as through requests for reviews of decisions or (in some cases) freedom of information applications. However, councils are entitled to refuse to deal with complaints, requests and applications if there is a proper basis for doing so. Generally, if a complaint, request or application is ‘frivolous’ or ‘vexatious’, this will be an appropriate basis to refuse to deal with the matter.Therefore, council staff members must be able to identify when a matter is in fact ‘frivolous’ or ‘vexatious’, and must know what rights and obligations the council has in respect of dealing with such matters.
Key Learnings
- The legislative basis of councils’ obligations to deal with complaints;
- What constitutes a frivolous or vexatious complaint;
- How to appropriately deal with or refuse to deal with frivolous or vexatious complaints;
- What sorts of matters apart from complaints can be refused on the basis of being frivolous or vexatious;
- Foreshadowed amendments to freedom of information legislation which will expressly introduce the concept of ‘frivolous or vexatious’ freedom of information applications;
- Requirements relating to council policies and procedures.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Governance Officer Workshop: Council Member Behavioural Management Framework
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Investment: $430 inc GST per person
Delivery: Face to face & Webinar
Target Audience
Governance Officers onlyPlease note: this session is NOT designed for Elected Members.
Overview
This course will involve a detailed consideration of the new behavioural management framework to assist governance officers support their councils and council members. The following elements of the framework will be discussed:- Council Member Integrity Provisions
- Behavioural Standards
- Action that can be taken for breaches of the Behavioural Standards
- Health and safety duties and the giving of directions to Council members
- Role and function of Behavioural Standards Panel
- Referrals and complaints to the Behavioural Standards Panel
- Misbehaviour, repeated misbehaviour and serious misbehaviour
- Role and Function of the Ombudsman
- Behavioural Support Policies
- LGA Model Behavioural Management Policy
- Complaints to the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino‚ Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
With a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please note: this session is NOT designed for Elected Members.
Introduction to Legal Obligations – New council staff (general)
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Investment: $670 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All council staff new to Local Government, or existing staff who are progressing to another role within Local Government. (Please note there is a separate session Legal Obligations for New Senior Level Staff for new managers, team leaders and executive staff)
Overview
This session provides staff with a general introduction to Local Government and an overview of the legal obligations that apply to all council employees. We will look at the obligations and responsibilities of public officers and key legislation that applies such as the Local Government Act 1999 (SA), the amended Independent Commission Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA), Ombudsman Act 1972 (SA) and learn about the conduct and behavioural expectations of council employees.
Key Learnings
- Understanding local government and the roles and functions of councils
- Obligations under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- Preventing misconduct, maladministration and corruption - understanding the amended Independent Commission Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA) and Ombudsman Act 1972 (SA)
- Conduct and behavioural expectations of employees
- Bullying, harassment and sexual harassment in the workplace
- Compliance with council policy and procedures
- Obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA)
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Introduction to Legal Obligations – New senior council staff
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Investment: $670 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All new senior council staff such as Managers, Directors, Executive Team and People Leaders.
Overview
This session will provide an introduction to Local Government tailored to staff in senior positions who are new to Local Government. The course will provide a high-level overview of the legal obligations arising under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA) and the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA). Senior staff will gain an understanding of the application of Enterprise Agreements, Awards and other industrial instruments within Local Government. The session will also cover the conduct and behavioural expectations of council staff and the disciplinary process for misconduct and unfair dismissal in the State jurisdiction.
Key Learnings
- Understand the roles and functions of councils
- Overview of the decision-making powers of councils
- Understand the obligations of public officers under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- Understand the obligations under the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA) and what constitutes maladministration, misconduct and corruption
- The key industrial instruments that apply to Local Government, including the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA), Enterprise Agreements, Awards and individual employment contracts
- Managing staff conduct, behaviour and performance
- Disciplinary process and unfair dismissal in Local Government
- Obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA)
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Legislative Tools for Managing Bushfire Risk
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Fire Prevention Officers, Team Leaders, Managers, Chief Executive Officers, Elected Members and all staff involved in fire prevention.
Overview
The LGA in conjunction with Norman Waterhouse Lawyers invite you to this one day training to address Council legislative responsibilities in bushfire risk management.This training session will provide participants with tools to manage fire risks and assist councils in understanding their role and responsibilities with respect to fire prevention. We will facilitate a comprehensive discussion regarding the powers and enforcement options available to councils under the Fire and Emergency Services Act 2005 and other legislative instruments.
Key Learnings
- Council obligations regarding fire prevention
- Inspection process
- Notice issuing process
- Council powers with respect to:
- council land
- private land
- federal land
- crown land
- Interaction between the FES Act and other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Local Government Property Management
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Asset managers and property officers
Overview
Councils are responsible for managing large property portfolios that are occupied by a broad range of tenants and users. Where properties are used by third party occupiers, a lease is put in place between the council as ‘landlord’ and the third party as ‘tenant’.Because a lease forms the basis of a legal relationship, it is important that it is clear regarding the responsibilities of each party. It is important to outline the responsibilities and obligations of the tenant and be sure that the staff tasked with managing the property portfolios (and administering the leases) have an understanding of fundamental leasing principles and concepts.
Key Learnings
- What are the key characteristics of a lease?
- What Acts and Regulations do you need to be aware of?
- Lease v’s Management Agreement – what are the key differences?
- The utility of standard terms and special conditions
- When does a lease commence?
- Rent and rent review mechanisms
- Outgoings, and the recovery of outgoings from tenant
- Common tenant obligations
- Common landlord obligations
- End of lease obligations
- Key risk issues to be aware of during the negotiation of a lease
Facilitator
Yari McCall, Special Counsel – Commercial and Property – Norman Waterhouse LawyersYari has been at Norman Waterhouse and practising in the area of local government property for nearly 15 years. Yari acts for both local government and private clients on all property-related transactional matters. Yari has additional expertise in infrastructure and development matters involving local government.
Lisa Hubbard, Senior Associate – Property, Infrastructure & Commercial & Native Title – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Lisa is an experienced property lawyer with particular expertise in local government real property and infrastructure assets and native title. Lisa has also acted for local government, native title holders, pastoral lease holders and mining industry participants in matters involving native title, Aboriginal heritage and land access. Lisa’s knowledge and understanding allows her to present training sessions, workshops and seminars to both metropolitan and regional councils.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
PID Act Training
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
CEOs, Responsible Officers and Council Staff. Elected members also welcome to attend.
Overview
The session will include an overview of the Public Interest Disclosure Act 2018, which is due to commence operation on 1 July 2019. It will address the detail of the regime under the Act, which replaces the current Whistleblowers Act, and will also discuss the accompanying Public Interest Disclosure Regulations 2019 as well as the Public Interest Disclosure Guidelines released by the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption.In addition, the session will include a detailed review of the LGA's Model Public Interest Disclosure Policy and Procedure, which will replace the existing Model Whistleblowers Policy and assist councils to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Act and the Guidelines.
Key Learnings
- The new Public Interest Disclosure Act, its impact and the changes from the repealed Whistleblowers Act;
- The LGA's new Model Public Interest Disclosure Policy and Procedure;
- The practical steps which need to be taken in preparation for the new regime.
Suggested pre-reading:
- LGA PID Update
- LGA Model Public Interest Disclosure Policy
- LGA Model Public Interest Disclosure Procedure
- PID Guidelines
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
With a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Recovery of Rates and Sale of Land for Non-Payment of Rates
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Rate Officers and Finance Staff
Overview
This workshop will discuss the mechanism by which council can recover outstanding rates with a particular focus on the statutory scheme under the Local Government Act 1999 which enables a council to sell land where rates on the land have been in arrears for three years or more. It will include discussion on how a council may recover outstanding rates, the persons against whom the council may recover outstanding rates and how the council is required to apply payments received by way of rates.Participants will also be involved in preparing a template notice under section 184 that complies with the requirements of the Act.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino has over 10 years experience assisting and providing advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and regulatory and enforcement.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Regulated Trees & the Law Update
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
All development staff, including planners, compliance officers and arboricultural staff. Regional council officers are also encouraged to attend noting that the Government has requested the Commission to progress amendments to the Planning & Design Code such that the Regulated and Significant Tree Overlay will apply in the future to the regions.Overview
On 16 May 2024 amendments were made to the PDI General Regs which significantly change the law in relation to regulated and significant trees. This session will provide an overview of those amendments and the impacts they will have on development assessment, enforcement and existing development applications and development authorisations. This session will also focus on the regulated tree provisions of the Planning and Design Code and Planning, Development & Infrastructure Act 2016 as well as recent case law on how they have been interpreted and what changes we expect to see as a result of the legislative amendments.
Key Learnings
- Summary of the impact of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) (Regulated and Significant Trees) Amendments Regulations 2024
- Review of Urban Tree Canopy Overlay and Off-set Scheme – legal issues and practical implications
- Review of regulated tree policy under the Planning & Design Code
- Review of assessment processes for DAs involving regulated trees
- Case law review
- Enforcement under the Planning, Development & Infrastructure Act 2016
Facilitator
Aden Miegel, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersAden is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Section 41: Committee Member Training for Community Members
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Community Members involved in Council Section 41 Committees. Council Officers involved in such Committees are also welcome to attend.
Overview
This course will highlight the legislative responsibilities of Section 41 Committees.
Key Learnings
- Functions and duties of the Committee and general duties of Committee members under Section 41 of the Local Government Act 1999, including misuse of information under Section 62 of the Local Government Act 1999 and consideration of the offence provisions that apply to Committee members
- Meeting procedures and the application of the Local Government (Procedures at Meetings) Regulations 2000 on meetings of Committees performing regulatory activities and the availability of Sections 90 and 91
- Reporting to Council and the formation of recommendations including the reporting and accountability obligations of Committees to the Council, particularly the delivery of recommendations that have been formed by a Committee
- Conflict of interest including a laypersons overview of the conflict of interest provisions in the Local Government Act 1999 and the application of those provisions to members of Council Committees.
- This will include consideration of what a prescribed interest is, when a prescribed interest will arise, and what the individual committee member must do in that event.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice D’Agostino assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. Felice takes a practical and solutions based approach to representing her clients and assisting them to deal with competing pressures. As a Principal in Norman Waterhouse’s Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services team Felice specialises in governance and public administration and is committed to assisting her clients to make defensible decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Dale Mazzachi focuses his attention on developing his client's practical understanding of the important roles governance and regulation play in helping their organisations successfully deliver for their communities. He now practices as a Principal in the firm’s Local Government Employment, Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Dale’s regulatory experience includes animal management and control, public health, food safety, public realm and traffic management, liquor licensing, by-laws and regulations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Section 48: Notices under the Water Industry Act 2012
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Staff who work within the jurisdiction of the Water Industry Act 2012
Overview
The Water Industry Act 2012, along with associated regulations and standards, is the legislative frame work through which councils can provide retail water services. Registration as a “Water Industry Entity” under the Act is necessary in order for a council to provide wastewater, storm water, and other services. As Water Industry Entities, councils are granted wide-ranging functions and powers to establish services and infrastructure, and to enforce the proper maintenance of those services and infrastructure.This session focuses on one power in particular: the power to issue a notice under Section 48 of the Water Industry Act 2012 requiring an owner of land to connect to sewerage infrastructure (“Section 48 Notice”).
Key Learnings
- Council’s role in the Water Industry Act framework
- Authorisations and delegations under the Water Industry Act
- State Government approvals required before any Section 48 Notice can be issued
- Legislatively required content of a Section 48 Notice
- When to issue a Section 48 Notice
- When to enter land, take action, and recover costs
- Following up connections and enforcing the customer’s infrastructure obligations
- Fundamentals of good investigation procedure and evidence gathering techniques
- Authority to issue expiation notices and to prosecute
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Partner, Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul’s experience includes governance, policy advice, administrative law issues and statutory interpretation. Representing client councils in contested matters in the Magistrates Court, the Liquor Licensing Court and Tribunal, the District Court, the Supreme Court and the Environment, Resources and Development Court, is a principal area of Paul’s practice.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Section 7 Statements and Managing Enquiries
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Duration: Half day
Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Planning Officers and Administrative Officers responsible for providing information for Section 7 statements and their Managers.
Overview
This course will assist Councils to meet their statutory obligations under the Land and Business (Sale and Conveyancing) Act 1994 and Regulations 2010, when requested to provide information as a result of enquiries in relation to the sale of land. A consistent and well-informed approach benefits Councils in terms of resource management and dealings with members of the public and the property industry.The currency and accuracy of information provided for these enquiries is critical. Vendors and purchasers of land in negotiating and concluding sales rely on information that is provided by Councils. Inaccurate, incomplete or misleading information that is relied upon to the detriment of the purchaser and/or vendor may result in the Form 1 statement being invalid, or have other unintended consequences resulting in loss or damage to the parties. This may give rise to claims against Councils.
Key Learnings
- How Section 7 statements fit within the overall context of sale of land transactions
- Statutory obligations of councils when responding to Section 7 enquiries, including updates required as a result of legislative changes, such as those relating to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016
- How to develop and improve skills of officers responsible for answering enquiries and managing the enquiry process
- How to transfer and maintain the skills acquired at this course to other Council Officers.
Facilitator
Yari McCall, Special Counsel – Commercial and Property – Norman Waterhouse LawyersYari is a Special Counsel in the Commercial and Property Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers and has been practising in this area for nearly 15 years. Yari has experience on both sides of the “section 7” fence, regularly providing advice to councils in terms of statutory obligations and also to vendors and purchasers as part of the sale and purchase of land process.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Unsolicited Bids and Major Projects Governance Masterclass
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Governance Officers, Property Officers & Planning Officers and Managers
Overview
Councils are passionate about strengthening their communities and supporting projects that will do this. Councils are increasingly seeking out opportunities to fund major projects in their areas and being approached by the private sector with proposals for new and expanded business opportunities for their areas.This master class has developed to provide Council officers and managers with the tools they need to be forward thinking and ready to respond to opportunities as they present, whilst also being mindful of, and complying with, all legislative responsibilities.
Key Learnings
This master class will examine a board range of matters relating to good governance of unsolicited bids and major project management – from the initial proposal stage through to sign off. This includes:- Due diligence: knowing what and who you are dealing with.
- Unsolicited bids and section 49 policies: how to invite opportunities whilst also balancing transparency and accountability requirements.
- Community land management plans: how to use these to your advantage whilst complying with legislative requirements.
- Disposal of assets: legislative requirements and timing considerations.
- Report writing: getting it right, the first time.
- Delegations: when and how they can be used.
- Better document negotiation and drafting: tips and traps.
- Special meetings: when and how to use them to meet project deadlines.
- Dealing with external agencies: when and how to get them involved.
- Confidentiality orders: when and how to use them.
- Section 270 reviews: what to do when a review is sought.
- Informal consultation and gatherings: when and how to use them and what the new legislative requirements require.
- Funding agreements: tips and traps..
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Mabel Tam, Principal - Property, Infrastructure & Commercial – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Mabel is a commercial and property lawyer specialising in local government major projects. With expertise across a diverse spectrum of areas, Mabel is best placed to assist Councils with strategic, commercial and property advice. With a passion for local government and extensive experience presenting to councils, Mabel is a trusted adviser for metropolitan and regional councils.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Awards, Enterprise Agreements and Industrial Instruments
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All Council employees
Overview
Employment terms and conditions in the local government sector is governed by various industrial instruments, including (but not limited to) the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA) and the Local Government Act 1999 (SA), as well as awards, enterprise agreements and employment contracts. These governing industrial instruments impose a range of different obligations on councils. During this session, we will provide breakdown the how each of these legislative and industrial instruments operate and their interaction.
Key Learnings
- Operation of the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA) and the Local Government Act 1999 (SA);
- The application of industrial awards and enterprise agreements; and
- Binding power of legislative and industrial instruments on contracts of employment.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Managers and CEOs
Overview
Council employees have the duty to ensure that they take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that they do not adversely affect the health and safety of others. This duty extends to ensuring the performance of their duties is not adversely affected by drugs and / or alcohol.Having a comprehensive drug and alcohol policy and an associated procedure will provide councils with the appropriate avenues to test, manage and discipline employees who are impaired by drugs and/pr alcohol in the workplace.
This session will discuss what is required in a drug and alcohol policy and the associated procedure, and what testing and disciplinary processes councils can implement.
Key Learnings
- What is required in a drug and alcohol policy and an associated procedure;
- Different forms and types of testing;
- Alcohol consumption during social and work-related events; and
- Investigation and disciplinary process where there is a reasonable suspicion of impairment.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Enterprise Bargaining and Agreement Making
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Managers and CEOs
Overview
This session examines the legislative framework that regulates agreement making, informing you of the temporal and procedural requirements to be observed in industrial negotiations.We will also provide strategic steps in negotiating enterprise agreements so that councils can achieve a better outcome when negotiating with other representatives.
Key Learnings
- Procedural requirements for commencing negotiations;
- Negotiation strategies;
- Targeting productivity and flexibility; and
- Procedural requirements for voting and process for approval of an enterprise agreement.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Fair Treatment and Equal Opportunity Act
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Managers, Team Leaders and CEOs
Overview
Fair and equal treatment of all employees should be a pillar of the council’s organisational and community ethos. Certain conduct and decisions can lead to claims against the council on the basis of discrimination, race, religion and / or sex.This session will explore what your council needs to consider when making decisions regarding current or potential employees and the legal ramifications when discrimination occurs.
Key Learnings
- Obligations under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) and what is considered discrimination;
- Federal anti-discrimination law - Age Discrimination Act 2004, Disability Discrimination Act 1992, Racial Discrimination Act 1975, and Sex Discrimination Act 1984;
- What is considered adverse action?; and
- Defining ‘reasonable management action taken in a reasonable manner’.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Handling Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resources, People and Culture, Executive Team, Senior Managers and CEOs.
Overview
Now more than ever, there is a public push for the elimination of sexual harassment and bullying in the workplace. The recent changes to the Federal Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) making sexual harassment fall within the definition of serious misconduct sends a strong message, to all jurisdictions, that conduct of such nature must be dealt with seriously.It is important for human resource professionals to have a solid understanding of what constitutes sexual harassment, how the complaints should be handled, when complaints should be reported to authorities, and what support can be offered to complainants.
This session discusses the importance of the employers’ and senior officers’ role in taking a proactive approach to preventing and eliminating sexual harassment in their workplace, and when a complaint is made how to handle investigations sensitively.
Key Learnings
- Recognising sexual harassment in its different forms
- Understanding the effects and impact of sexual harassment
- Complaint handling and disciplinary process
- Providing support to complainants and victims of sexual harassment
- Obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (Cth)
- Sexual discrimination complaints under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA)
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
ICAC Overview - Maladministration, Misconduct, Corruption for Officers
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All council employees
Overview
As public officers, council employees must be aware of, and comply with their obligations pursuant to the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA) (‘ICAC Act’).This session will explain the primary objects of the ICAC Act, what constitutes maladministration, misconduct and corruption in public administration, the reporting obligations of public officers and implications of breaches.
Key Learnings
- Role of the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption
- Definitions of, and real-life examples of maladministration, misconduct and corruption in public administration
- Obligations of public officers pursuant to the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA)
- Reporting obligations under the ICAC framework
- Implications of breaches, including criminal sanctions
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Introduction to Legal Obligations - Industrial Relations
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
New Human Resources, People and Culture, Executive Team, Managers and CEOs.
Overview
Following the Introduction to Local Government course, this session focuses on Industrial Relations in Local Government. Participants will gain an understanding of the different employment relationships within Local Government, the application of Enterprise Agreements, Awards, the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA) and other industrial instruments.We will run through the best practices for disciplinary processes and handling unfair dismissal applications in the South Australian Employment Tribunal.
Key Learnings
- Understanding employment relationships and types of employment in Local Government
- Application of Enterprise Agreements, industry Awards, the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA) and other applicable industrial instruments
- Contracts of employment in Local Government
- Employee obligations under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- Performance management processes and disciplinary procedures
- Unfair Dismissals, monetary claims and industrial disputes within the State jurisdiction
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Performance Management and Absenteeism
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Managers and CEOs
Overview
An underperforming or absent employee has a direct negative impact on the productivity and effectiveness of council business. At times, tough decisions need to be made to performance manage or discipline employees who are consistently underperforming or absent from the workplace.This session will outline the process for managing underperforming or absent employees, and the process of moving an employee out of the organisation where his/her performance does not improve.
Key Learnings
- How to manage underperforming employees;
- Legitimate absenteeism versus illegitimate and long-term absenteeism;
- How and when to take further action; and
- Dealing with disputes.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Unfair Dismissals
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Directors, General Managers and CEOs
Overview
This course provides a breakdown of what constitutes an ‘unfair dismissal’ at law. We will discuss what a Court or Tribunal would consider a if an unfair dismissal claim is brought against a Council and provide guidance and information to assist with defending a claim.
Key Learnings
- Unfair dismissals under the Fair Work Act 1994 (SA);
- Application of Awards and enterprise agreements;
- Harsh, unjust and unreasonable explained;
- Procedural and substantive fairness explained;
- Evidence and proof on the balance of probabilities; and
- Resolving disputes and entering into a Deed of Settlement and Release.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Workplace Investigations and Procedural Fairness
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Human Resource Officers, Directors, Managers, Team Leaders and CEOs
Overview
This training session will provide a step-by-step guide on how to conduct a procedurally fair workplace investigation in relation to any complaints or misconduct of staff to ensure that council complies with the principles of procedural fairness and natural justice.
Key Learnings
- How to structure a procedurally fair workplace investigation;
- The pitfalls and traps of employers and how to avoid them;
- The balance of probabilities; and
- Dealing with disputes.
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last ten years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Application of the SAMSOA and LGE Awards to your Workplace
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Duration: Half Day
Investment: $430 incl GST pp (to be eligible for a discount, click here to enrol in the full series)
Delivery: Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council staff, Human Resources, Executive Team and CEOs.
Overview
While each council has its individual enterprise agreements, each enterprise agreement must be read in conjunction with the applicable Award. It is essential to have a solid understanding of the minimum requirements under the respective Awards, its operation and application when dealing with employee relations and for the purposes of enterprise bargaining negotiations.With this in mind, Norman Waterhouse is pleased to offer a new training workshop series focused on breaking down and explaining the provisions both, the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award and the Local Government Employee Award.
Key Learnings
- Understanding the scope and operation of the Awards and the overlap with Enterprise Agreements
- Better off overall test
- Enterprise Agreement flexibility and negotiations
Facilitator
Sathish Dasan, Principal – Employment and Industrial Relations, Governance – Norman Waterhouse LawyersSathish is the Principal in charge of the Norman Waterhouse Employment & Industrial Relations, Insurance, and Governance & Regulatory teams. Sathish has been named as one of Australia’s leading lawyers in Doyle’s Legal Guide for the last twenty years and has earned a reputation as one of South Australia’s pre-eminent specialists in the respective fields of industrial relations, local government and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Case Law Review
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
All Development Staff, including planning, building, compliance and administration staff
Overview
Each year we share our summaries of the important decisions that affect councils and the development industry from the Environment, Resources and Development and Supreme Court. For the first time we anticipate providing summaries of appeals against application assessed against the Planning and Design Code and proceedings commenced pursuant to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016.Subject to there being a sufficient number of new cases to discuss, a second session may be scheduled in the relevant CPD period.
Key Learnings
- Being informed of relevant decisions and what bearing the cases may have on Councils and the development industry:
- Building capacity and enhancing knowledge.
Facilitator
Aden Miegel, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Aden is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Environmental Law for Local Government
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Environment and Sustainability Officers; Property Officers; Planning and Development Officers; Risk Officers; and Managers in these areas.
Overview
Local government is affected by environmental laws and regulation in various ways, including:- as a potential polluter
- in its role as manager of environmental assets
- as holder of environmental authorisations for licensed activities (EPA licences)
- in its role as a planning authority
- as an environmental regulator for local nuisance and litter
- as the owner of contaminated land (such as former landfills, council works depots etc)
- in commercial dealings with land that is, or may be, contaminated.
Attendees will gain confidence in identifying risk issues, and then working through those issues, including in interactions with the EPA.
Key Learnings
- Explanation of statutory definitions; statutory pollution offences; statutory defences; EPA reporting obligations
- Discussion about key issues in environmental regulation and management
- Discussion about how to approach an EPA investigation and manage associated risk
- Introduction to site contamination
- Overview of recent case law involving environmental issues, climate change and environment protection
Facilitator
Peter Psaltis, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPeter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Land Management Agreements
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Planners, Managers, Property Officers, Relevant Authorities (including CAP, Assessment Managers, Accredited Professionals, SPC and delegates)
Overview
This session will assist councils and relevant authorities under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 to understand the utility of land management agreements in relation to development.
Key Learnings
- Review of statutory processes under the PDI Act and comparison to previous statutory regime under the Development Act
- Learnings from case law
- Relationship with development assessment
- Drafting tips
- New LTO requirements
Facilitator
Rebecca McAulay, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersRebecca is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Native Vegetation and the Planning System
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Planning, development and compliance staff. Environment and sustainability officers, native vegetation advisers and consultants.
Overview
‘A nightmare!’ ‘A maze!’ ‘Can’t see the wood for the trees!’If such thoughts have occurred to you while trying to understand how native vegetation controls operate within, and around, the planning system, you would not be alone.
The purpose of this session is to peel back the various layers of regulation that sit within the Planning Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and regulations, the Planning and Design Code and the Native Vegetation Act 1991 and regulations – and to better understand how they interact and, in some cases, overlap.
Key Learnings
- Overview of the Native Vegetation Act 1991 and Native Vegetation Regulations 2017, as relevant to the planning system
- Overview of relevant provisions within the Planning & Design Code, including Native Vegetation Overlays
- Understanding development application requirements, the role of ‘Data Reports’, clearance levels, and referral triggers
- Considering controls and exemptions in bushfire hazard areas
- Navigating the particular difficulties that arise where regulated tree controls overlap with native vegetation controls
Facilitator
Peter Psaltis, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPeter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Regulated Trees & the Law Update
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
All development staff, including planners, compliance officers and arboricultural staff. Regional council officers are also encouraged to attend noting that the Government has requested the Commission to progress amendments to the Planning & Design Code such that the Regulated and Significant Tree Overlay will apply in the future to the regions.Overview
On 16 May 2024 amendments were made to the PDI General Regs which significantly change the law in relation to regulated and significant trees. This session will provide an overview of those amendments and the impacts they will have on development assessment, enforcement and existing development applications and development authorisations. This session will also focus on the regulated tree provisions of the Planning and Design Code and Planning, Development & Infrastructure Act 2016 as well as recent case law on how they have been interpreted and what changes we expect to see as a result of the legislative amendments.
Key Learnings
- Summary of the impact of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) (Regulated and Significant Trees) Amendments Regulations 2024
- Review of Urban Tree Canopy Overlay and Off-set Scheme – legal issues and practical implications
- Review of regulated tree policy under the Planning & Design Code
- Review of assessment processes for DAs involving regulated trees
- Case law review
- Enforcement under the Planning, Development & Infrastructure Act 2016
Facilitator
Aden Miegel, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersAden is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Authorised Officers Training
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Authorised Officers, Customer Service Officers and Managers and staff dealing with Dog and Cat Management.
Overview
This training session has been developed for Authorised Officers, including Customer Services Offices and all staff dealing with Animal Management. It has been updated since the changes to the Dog and Cat Management Act 1995 and references the Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016, the Local Government Act 1999, the Fire and Emergency Act 2005 and the Expiation of Offences Act 1996.
Key Learnings
- Relevant Legislation updates
- Information about:
- Appointments
- Jurisdiction
- Powers
- Roles and Responsibilities of Officers
- SOP's
- Communication
- Expiation Notices
- Evidence Gathering
- Statement Taking
Facilitator
Paul Kelly Principal – Governance and Regulatory ServicesPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Correct and Preferable: Reviewing Council Decisions
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Chief Executive Officers, Freedom of Information Officers, Environmental Health Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of those areas
Overview
SACAT is the current review body of decisions made by local government under a number of Acts, including Dog and Cat Management Act 1995, Food Act 2001, Freedom of Information Act 1991 and South Australian Public Health Act 2011.This course will provide an overview of the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2013 and assist participants in understanding the tribunal process. It will also provide participants with a summary of their obligations to assist the Tribunal, requirements to prepare a statement of reasons and an explanation of what to include in a prescribed book of documents.
This full day course will also provide practical tips for preparing a brief of evidence and supporting documentation, appearing in the Tribunal and how to assist the Tribunal to make the correct and preferable decision.
Key Learnings
- Summary of the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2013
- Overview of council obligations to assist the Tribunal
- Requirement to provide certain documents
- The Tribunal process
- Preparing a matter for hearing
- Appearing as a witness
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services - Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Council Delegations
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
All staff and Elected Members
Overview
This workshop will consider the principles regarding the making of delegations and the exercise of delegated powers and functions under a variety of legislation.
Key Learnings
This training session will provide participants with an understanding of delegation in a local government context. The areas that will be covered include:- The statutory framework within which delegations are made including under the Planning Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and the Local Government Act 1999
- What it means to delegate a power or function
- The role and responsibilities of the delegate
- How to determine which powers an functions are relevant and appropriate for your council to delegate (and for the CEO to subdelegate)
- How to determine to whom a delegation (and subdelegation) should be made
- Legal ramifications for inadequate or flawed delegations.
- Appointments of authorised officers and persons – what this means, why they are appointed and what ‘extra’ powers this gives the authorised officer/person.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Additional Information
You may be interested in How to Use LGA Delegations Templates Workshop.What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Council's Role and Powers as a Local Public Health Authority
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Authorised Persons, Environmental Health Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of these areas
Overview
To provide an overview of the South Australian Public Health Act 2011 (SAPH Act) and summarise the fundamental concepts that underpin councils as local public health authorities.The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the relationship between the SAPH Act and the Food Act 2001, the Supported Residential Facilities Act 1992 and the Safe Drinking Water Act 2011.
The training session will comprise a combination of different formats including: a tutorial to teach the concepts; hypothetical examples to illustrate the concepts in a practical setting; and an open forum session where participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and seek guidance and advice.
Key Learnings
- Council obligations regarding public health
- EHO responsibilities and council powers
- Summary of the SAPH Act, Food Act 2001, Supported Residential Facilities Act 1992 and the Safe Drinking Water Act 2011
- Investigative processes and powers of authorised persons
- Notice issuing process
- Interaction with other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Criminal Trials in the Magistrates Court - A Practical Guide
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Chief Executive Officers, Council Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of those areas
Overview
To assist participants in determining whether to commence prosecution proceedings and provide tips for preparing a matter for trial. The courts can be a daunting place, this course will assist councils in understanding the court process, preparation of a legal brief, appearing as a witness and the burden of proof. This full day course will also provide practical tips for investigating criminal matters, interviewing witnesses, providing cautions, taking statements, record keeping, photographic evidence and more.
Key Learnings
- Evidence gathering
- Issuing an Information and Summons
- Court processes
- Evidentiary aids and the burden of proof
- Appearing as a witness
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Dog & Cat Management and Local Nuisance Essentials
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Officers, General Inspectors, Authorised Officers, Environmental Health Officers and Managers
Overview
To provide an overview of the Dog and Cat Management Act 1995 and summarise the fundamental legal concepts of issuing control orders and undertaking enforcement under the Act. The course will provide participants with various different statutory interpretations contained within the Act and present a number case studies to assist with understanding the application of the Act.This Session will also provide an overview of the Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016 (LNLC Act) and summarise the fundamental concepts that underpin the legislation. The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the subjective nature of nuisance under the LNLC Act, evidentiary aids and tips for conducting investigations.
The training session will comprise a combination of different formats including: a tutorial to teach the concepts; hypothetical examples to illustrate the concepts in a practical setting; and an open forum session where participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and seek guidance and advice.
Key Learnings
- Dog and Cat Management Act 1995
- Responsibilities of dog owners
- Issuing of Control Orders and Prohibition Orders
- Appeals of Orders
- Enforcement under the Act
- Prosecution proceedings
- Council obligations and powers
- Summary of the LNLC Act
- Notice issuing process
- Interaction with other legislation
- Agreements
- Infrastructure delivery mechanisms
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Dog and Cat Management - Useful Tools for Difficult Situations
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Officers, General Inspectors and Managers
Overview
To provide an overview of the Dog and Cat Management Act 1995 and summarise the fundamental legal concepts of issuing control orders and undertaking enforcement under the Act. The course will provide participants with various different statutory interpretations contained within the Act and present a number case studies to assist with understanding the application of the Act. The full day will also compromise a session on the issuing of control orders and prohibition orders, appeals of these orders in the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal and the commencement of prosecution proceedings.
Key Learnings
- Dog and Cat Management Act 1995
- Responsibilities of dog owners
- Issuing of Control Orders and Prohibition Orders
- Appeals of Orders
- Enforcement under the Act
- Prosecution proceedings
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Expiation Notices - The Essentials
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of these areas
Overview
To provide an overview of the Expiation of Offences Act 1996 (the Act) and summarise the fundamental concepts that underpin expiation notices.The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the relationship between the Act, Fines Enforcement and Debt Recovery Act 2017 and various other legislation enforced by local government in South Australia.
The half day session will assist participants in understanding their powers to issue an expiation notice, reviews of expiation notices, obligations under the Act and the requirements of a compliant expiation notice.
Key Learnings
- Issuing of expiation notices
- Requirements of expiation notices
- Summary of the Expiation of Offences Act 1996
- Governance issues
- Reviews of expiation notices
- Debt recovery
- Elections to be prosecuted
- Interaction with other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Food Safety Regulation and the Law
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Environmental Health Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of these areas
Overview
To provide an overview of councils’ responsibilities under the Food Act 2001 (the Food Act) and requirements for food businesses to comply with the Food Act and the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.The course will also provide participants with an understanding of their powers under the Food Act and tips in conducting investigations and undertaking enforcement under the Food Act.
The half day session will comprise of a seminar and hypothetical scenarios to illustrate concepts in a practical setting. The session will also include an open forum where participants may ask questions and seek guidance and advice in relation to investigations and enforcement under the Food Act.
Key Learnings
- Summary of the Food Act 2001
- Requirements of food businesses
- Investigating allegations of non-compliance
- Powers of authorised officers
- Seizure and analysis of food samples
- Evidence gathering
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Freedom of Information, Records Management and Confidentiality
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
Target Audience
Governance staff, records management staff and CEOs.
Overview
This session focuses on the interaction between local government freedom of information, records management, confidentiality and disclosure obligations. In this course we will provide an overview of:
- the Freedom of Information Act 1991 (SA) (FOI Act) including what information is accessible under the FOI Act and documents exempt from disclosure;
- records management obligations;
- Confidentiality obligations under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA) (LG Act); and
- Requirements under the LG Act to make documents and information publicly available.
Key Learnings
- Understanding what documents can be accessed under the Freedom of Information Act 1991 (SA)
- Record management obligations
- Confidentiality orders under the LG Act and their effect.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
With a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Introduction to Legal Obligations - Regulatory Services
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Investment: $430 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
New officers, Compliance Officers, Community Safety Officers, General Inspectors, Environmental Health Officers, Authorised Officers and their Managers.
Overview
Following the Introduction to Local Government course, this session provides an introduction to Regulatory Services within Local Government. Participants will gain an understanding of the vast powers available to regulatory staff and the enforcement of these powers under the various legislative tools. This course will provide a high-level overview of how to effectively investigate and report breaches to the legislation including successful gathering of evidence to present in court proceedings.
Key Learnings
- Obligations under the Local Government Act 1999 (SA)
- General overview of the source of powers
- Understanding the difference between delegations and authorisations
- Enforcement under various legislation
- Investigate alleged breaches of legislation and evidence gathering
- Dealing with court proceedings
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislation.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
With a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Investigation and Evidence Gathering
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Investment: $410 inc GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
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Please note: 3 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Compliance Officers, Authorised Officers, Building Officers, Planning Officers and Managers of such officers.
Overview
Rome wasn’t built in a day! It takes time, and sometimes years to master the skills of effective investigation and evidence gathering. However, if it is not done correctly, it may as well not be done at all.In gathering information, it is imperative for officers to understand what evidence is and the different elements of the offences which they are investigating so that ultimately they may then prove their case to the requisite standard depending on which enforcement tool is utilised.
The importance of a planned and thorough investigation should not be underestimated. Officers must be able to effectively take good notes and prepare statements, undertake interviews, prepare exhibits and keep good records to ensure they can achieve their desired outcome.
Key Learnings
- Understand the rules of evidence and burdens of proof;
- The elements of offences;
- How to exercise cautions;
- How to take notes and establish good record keeping practices;
- How to conduct an informal and formal interview with suspects and witnesses;
- How to prepare statements; and
- Etiquette and tips on building rapport in investigations.
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Environment, Health and Regulatory ServicesPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
Norman Waterhouse Lawyers have significant experience in advising upon and dealing with regulatory matters for local government councils across the full suite of statutory regimes under which councils have functions and responsibilities. Over the last few years, they have provided extensive training on these topics to the local government sector. The Norman Waterhouse Team is recognised as the largest of its kind in this State and is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of such advice to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Life's a Beach - The Role of a Council in Managing the Foreshore
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Chief Executive Officers, Council Officers, General Inspectors and Managers
Overview
To provide a summary of councils’ obligations in managing foreshores and the legal status of foreshores within a council’s area. The course will provide participants with a summary of available enforcement powers for a breach of by-laws, the Local Government Act 1999 and various road traffic offences relating to foreshores.The half day session will also discuss the relationship between various legislation, including the Harbors and Navigation Act 1993, and how to control access to foreshores by animals under human control. This will be run as an open forum where participants may ask questions and seek guidance and advice in relation to foreshores.
Key Learnings
- Council responsibilities in managing foreshores
- Local government authority and legal status of foreshores
- Powers of enforcement
- Use of by-laws
- Controlling access to foreshores
- Interaction with other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Liquor Licensing
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Planning Officers, Compliance Officers.
Overview
This course will provide an overview of the Liquor Licensing Act 1997 procedures for dealing with applications for liquor licenses.
Key Learnings
- The statutory provisions in the Liquor Licensing Act
- The procedures relating to applications
- Breaches of the Liquor Licensing Act
- Conditions of a licence and what can be done
- Gathering evidence regarding non compliance
- The role of the Council
- The relationship between planning controls and liquor licensing
- Tips to follow and traps to avoid
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal - Governance and Regulatory Services - Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Principal in the firm’s specialist Local Government Employment, Governance and Regulatory Services Team and his straightforward and pragmatic approach to legal practice delivers direct and satisfying results for his wide range of clients. Paul’s experience includes governance, policy advice, administrative law issues and statutory interpretation.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Managing Roads
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Officers who manage made and unmade roads and administer authorisations and permits.
Overview
This course will provide an overview of Sections 221, 222 and 224 of the Local Government Act 1999 and the demands faced by councils when assessing and managing roads and road reserves including footpaths.The course will also cover council's powers to carry out roadwork and recover costs including:
- Moveable signs
- Removal of objects
- Street trees
- Damage to roads
- Managing development on adjoining roads including access.
Participants will gain an understanding of procedures to be followed, the legal risks involved and the competing views of the general public.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Parking Enforcement – From an Expiation Notice to the Supreme Court
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council Officers, General Inspectors and Managers of these areas
Overview
To provide an overview of the Australian Road Rules and the Road Traffic Act 1961 and summarise council’s responsibilities in parking enforcement. The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the relationship between the Australian Road Rules and the Private Parking Areas Act 1986.This half day session will assist participants in understanding their powers of enforcement under various road traffic legislation and provide tips for evidence gathering, record keeping, preparing matters for trial and appearing in court as a witness.
Key Learnings
- Summary of the Australian Road Rules, Road Traffic Act 1961 and Private Parking Areas Act 1986
- Issuing of expiation notices
- Statutory declarations
- Evidence gathering and record keeping
- Elections to be prosecuted and commencing prosecution proceedings
- Witness preparation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Powers, Purpose and Process By-laws
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Investment: $670 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Chief Executive Officers and Authorised Persons
Overview
The course will provide participants with an overview of the fundamental legal concepts of by-laws and powers for enforcing by-laws. Participants will expand their understanding of the Local Government Act 1999 and the concepts that underpin local government by-laws. This full day course will comprise a combination of different formats including: a tutorial to teach the concepts; hypothetical examples to illustrate the concepts in a practical setting; and a question and answer based session where participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and seek guidance and advice in relation to specific by-laws.
Key Learnings
- Local Government Act 1999
- Requirements of by-laws
- Reports to the Legislative Review Committee
- Enacting by-laws
- Enforcing by-laws
Facilitator
Paul Kelly Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services, Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government Team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of administrative and regulatory advice to the local government sector in South Australia. Our practitioners regularly represent public authorities before a wide range of Courts and Tribunals.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Supported Residential Facilities – Council as a Licensing Authority
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Environmental Health Officers and Managers
Overview
To provide an overview of the Supported Residential Facilities Act 1992 and the responsibilities of the council in enforcing the Act. The course will also provide participants with an understanding of the requirements of Supported Residential Facilities (SRFs) and factors the council must take into consideration when determining to issue or renew a SRF licence.
Key Learnings
- Council obligations regarding SRFs
- EHO responsibilities and council powers
- Investigative processes and powers of EHOs
- Amendments to the Act under the COVID-19 Emergency Response Act 2020
- Notice issuing process
- Interaction with other legislation
Facilitator
Paul Kelly, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPaul Kelly is a Partner in the firm’s specialist Local Government Governance & Regulatory Services Team. Paul prepares and delivers workshops, briefings and seminars on behalf of Norman Waterhouse to councils on regulatory matters, civil enforcement and prosecution proceedings dealing with a range of legislations.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Traffic Control Regulations & Authorisations Training
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Investment: $430 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Target Audience
Council staff involved in making and/or managing delegations and authorisations and other general governance responsibilities; with delegations or authorisations under the Instrument; and with traffic management responsibilities.
Overview
This training will address the Instrument of General Approval and Delegation to Councils for the Use of Traffic Control Devices, Road Closure and Granting of Exemptions for Events under the Road Traffic Act 1961 from the Minister for Transport and Infrastructure, dated 22 August 2013 (the Instrument).The Instrument:
- Grants general approvals from the Minister to councils to exercise certain powers, subject to certain conditions;
- Delegates powers from the Minister to councils (being a power to grant approvals, thus enabling councils to grant certain approvals of their own, and a power to declare events, which entails powers to close roads and to grant exemptions from certain Australian Road Rules), subject to certain conditions;
- Permits sub delegation of powers by councils, subject to certain conditions;
- Provides for the appointment by the Chief Executive Officer of authorised for the purpose of discharging powers for which general approval has been granted to a council (‘sub-authorisations’) and for the purpose of discharging powers which the council has delegated authority to exercise;
- Requires a council to identify by resolution one or more persons who is/are, in the opinion of the council, an experienced traffic engineering practitioner for purpose of preparing traffic impact statements;
- requires the appointment of an authorised officer for the purpose of endorsing traffic impact statements;
- Involves requirements to notify and seek the concurrence of other parties in certain circumstances (including adjoining councils, the Commissioner of Highways, the Commissioner of Police, and other emergency and traffic-related State Government instrumentalities);
- Refers to external documents and requires councils to comply with those documents; and imposes record-keeping requirements.
Key Learnings
- The nature of the powers which a council is able to exercise under the Instrument, and the conditions and obligations imposed by the Instrument;
- The legal basis upon which a council is able to exercise its various powers under the Instrument;
- The distinction between those powers for which a council is granted general approval, and those powers for which it is the delegate of the Minister;
- The distinction between authorisations (including ‘sub-authorisations’) and subdelegations;
- How to properly document and implement authorisations and subdelegations under the Instrument; and
- Some of the fundamental technical requirements applying to traffic control devices.
Facilitator
Felice D’Agostino, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersFelice assists and provides advice to local authorities on a wide variety of matters involving statutory interpretation, administrative law, governance, public administration, freedom of information, and public integrity. She has extensive experience in delivering high quality training seminars, workshops and conferences across her many specialisations.
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
With a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
The Norman Waterhouse Local Government team is the largest of its kind in the State and is widely recognised as the leader in the provision of advice and representation to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Assessment Panels – Governance & Process
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Investment: $245 inc GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
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Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Assessment Managers, Council Assessment Panel members & Regional Assessment Panel members.
Overview
Assessment panels play a critical role as a relevant authority in affording representors and proponents the opportunity to have their say on applications for planning consent for notifiable performance assessed development. With the loss of third party rights of appeal, compliance with procedural requirements has assumed greater significance.This training will consider the role of Assessment Panels and Assessment Managers, the nature of development assessment and decision making, meeting procedures, the imposition of conditions and reserved matters and the conduct of assessment manager reviews. This training will be co-presented with two experienced Presiding Members of Council Assessment Panels and an experienced Assessment Manager who will share their observations, experience and tips & traps.
Key Learnings
- Understanding the procedural requirements of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act and associated regulations as they apply to Assessment Panels;
- Understand the essence of development assessment, including the imposition of valid conditions;
- Hear about recent case law relating to the valid use and scope of reserved matters;
- Understand the procedure and nature of an Assessment Panel review of Assessment Manager decisions as an alternative to an ERD Court appeal; and
- Learn the tips & traps from an experienced Assessment Manager and Assessment Panel Presiding Members
Facilitator
Gavin Leydon, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersGavin leads the firm’s Planning, Development and Environment Team and is a specialist in property development, urban and regional planning, environmental and administrative law.
Stephanie Johnston and Nathan Cunningham are variously Presiding Members and Assessment Panel members of the Assessment Panels of the Councils of Charles Sturt, Port Adelaide Enfield, Onkaparinga, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide Plains and Adelaide City Council.
Andy Humphries as the Assessment Manager for the District Council of Mount Barker Assessment Panel.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Code Amendments
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
All council development staff, including DA planners, policy planners and management. External planning consultants assisting councils with such functions.
Overview
The transition to the new planning system has significantly altered the policy framework against which development is assessed and also the way in which that policy is now amended. This workshop aims to provide an overview of the requirements for undertaking a Code Amendment, including arising from the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016, Practice Direction 2, the Community Engagement Charter, and the processes of the State Planning Commission. The workshop will conclude with a review of a number of Code Amendments that have been processed under this new system, with commentary on the learnings thus far.
Key Learnings
- Guidance on the relevant statutory requirements and processes that apply to councils in initiating or responding to Code Amendment proposals;
- Understanding the processes of the State Planning Commission in dealing with Code Amendment proposals; and
- Practical tips and traps associated with council involvement in Code Amendment proposals.
Facilitator
Rebecca McAulay - Principal – Environment & Planning – Norman Waterhouse LawyersRebecca is a Principal in the Environment & Planning Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. Norman Waterhouse Lawyers have been advisors to both the State Government and the Local Government Association in the formation of planning instruments, guidance documents, elements of the Planning and Design Code and the implementation of the new legislation. Over the last few years they have provided extensive training on these topics to the local government sector. The Norman Waterhouse Team is recognised as the largest of its kind in this State and is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of such advice to the local government sector in South Australia.
Grazio Maiorano – Director – URPS
Grazio is a founding member of URPS. He has extensive policy and development facilitation experience working for both private and public sector clients, across urban, peri-urban and regional areas. URPS is an industry leader with significant experience and capabilities in policy amendments relating to residential, industrial, retail and rural area land uses, as well as more specific issues such as urban growth management, flooding, heritage conservation, licensed premises, natural resources management and site specific re-zonings. This extends to a significant body of work already by way of Code Amendments under the new planning system.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Development Conditions & Reserved Matters
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Assessment Managers and their delegates, Council/Regional Assessment Panel members and their delegates, accredited professionals, planning officers, building officers, private certifiers.
Overview
Conditions and reserved matters are a fundamental part of development assessment. However, the powers to impose conditions or to reserve matters are not unlimited. Further, there are new rules and requirements associated with practice directions in the new system.In this session, we will revisit the case law and common law principles relating to valid conditions and reserved matters, and review the applicable practice directions issued by the State Planning Commission, namely; Practice Direction 12 – Conditions 2020, Practice Direction 11 – Deemed Planning Consent Standard Conditions 2020 and the condition making powers set out in Practice Direction 14 – Site Contamination Assessment 2021.
The session will also present an opportunity to discussion about standard or common conditions in light of relevant provisions of the Planning & Design Code.
Key Learnings
- Review of case law and common law principles relating to condition making and reserved matters;
- Review of practice directions 11, 12 and 14; and
- Review of standard conditions in light of relevant Code provisions.
Facilitators
Aden Miegel, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Peter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Gavin Leydon, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment - Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Gavin leads the firm’s Planning, Development and Environment Team and is a specialist in property development, urban and regional planning, environmental and administrative law.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Drafting Enforcement Notices
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Investment: $120 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
Please note: 1 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) point/s is/are available for this session
Target Audience
All council development staff, including compliance officers, DA planners, building officers and management. External planning consultants assisting councils with such functions.
Overview
Enforcement notices are used regularly by councils as a method of seeking compliance of owners, developers and occupiers with the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016. However, the way an enforcement notice is drafted, could have validity ramifications when used in an appeal in the Environment, Resources and Development Court.This workshop provides an overview of the statutory requirements for issuing an enforcement notice and offers best practice drafting tips to ensure an enforcement notices’ validity. Participants will work through examples of invalid enforcement notices and draft a best practice enforcement notice using a hypothetic scenario.
Key Learnings
- Guidance on the relevant statutory requirements that apply to councils when issuing enforcement notices;
- Understanding of the common errors made in drafting of enforcement notices; and
- Practical skill development on drafting of enforcement notices.
Facilitator
Rebecca McAulay, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersAden Miegel, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Rebecca and Aden are Principals in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
For further information about the content of this program or to enquire about having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council or to a ‘Council Hub’ near you please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Environmental Law for Local Government
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Environment and Sustainability Officers; Property Officers; Planning and Development Officers; Risk Officers; and Managers in these areas.
Overview
Local government is affected by environmental laws and regulation in various ways, including:- as a potential polluter
- in its role as manager of environmental assets
- as holder of environmental authorisations for licensed activities (EPA licences)
- in its role as a planning authority
- as an environmental regulator for local nuisance and litter
- as the owner of contaminated land (such as former landfills, council works depots etc)
- in commercial dealings with land that is, or may be, contaminated.
Attendees will gain confidence in identifying risk issues, and then working through those issues, including in interactions with the EPA.
Key Learnings
- Explanation of statutory definitions; statutory pollution offences; statutory defences; EPA reporting obligations
- Discussion about key issues in environmental regulation and management
- Discussion about how to approach an EPA investigation and manage associated risk
- Introduction to site contamination
- Overview of recent case law involving environmental issues, climate change and environment protection
Facilitator
Peter Psaltis, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPeter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
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Expiations under the PDI Act
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Building and compliance staff.
Overview
Under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and its associated regulations a range of new expiation fees have been fixed (primarily for building offences) in relation to offences that were not previously able to be expiated.The ability to issue expiation notices for breaches of the legislation is a very useful, cheap and often effective enforcement tool that can be used by councils. There is however a need to understand the legislative regime that regulates expiation notices and this session will provide Council officers with the knowledge and capability to decide when and how to issue expiation notices.
The session will also include practical examples related to the relevant building offences and discuss the evidence and documentation required to issue expiation notices.
Key Learnings
- An understanding of the legislative framework that regulates expiations;
- The new expiable offences;
- When and how to issue expiation notices.
Facilitator
Dale Mazzachi, Principal – Governance and Regulatory Services – Norman Waterhouse LawyersWith a passion for public sector governance and regulatory control, Dale has been helping councils and other local authorities to govern, protect and enhance their local communities for over 10 years. Dale frequently presents workshops and training sessions for a wide variety of public sector clients and lectures in environmental health law at Flinders University.
Aden Miegel, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Aden is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Land Division and Infrastructure Delivery under the PDI Act
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Planners, Managers, Engineers, Relevant Authorities (including CAP, Assessment Managers, Accredited Professionals, SPC and delegates)
Overview
This session will assist councils and relevant authorities under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 to navigate the assessment of applications for land division and the mechanisms for delivery of infrastructure.
Key Learnings
- Review of statutory processes under the PDI Act and comparison to previous statutory regime under the Development Act
- Relevant provisions in the Planning and Design Code
- Learnings from case law
- Relationship with development assessment
- Bonding agreements
- Infrastructure delivery mechanisms
Facilitator
Rebecca McAulay, Principal – Environment & Planning – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Rebecca is a Principal in the Environment & Planning Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is recognised as the largest of its kind in this State and is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of such advice to the local government sector in South Australia.
Yari McCall, Senior Associate – Property, Infrastructure and Commercial – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Yari has expertise in strategic property and major infrastructure projects as well as all general dealings with land; including due diligence, sales and purchases, leases, licenses, management agreements, easements, encumbrances and caveats. Yari advises both local government and private clients and she is an engaging presenter with a keen interest in providing professional development and training opportunities for clients on a variety of topics.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Legislation, Planning & Design Code and Planning Instruments
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Investment: $245 incl GST pp
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Development assessment planners, policy planners, accredited professionals & other council staff involved in development services.
Overview
This session will provide an overview of significant changes and updates to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016, its associated Regulations, the Planning & Design Code and other planning instruments including practice directions, practice guidelines and design standards.
Key Learnings
Participants will gain an understanding of important changes to the legislation and associated instruments including those that have been recently introduced so as to equip them with the skills to perform, exercise and discharge relevant functions, powers and duties in the administration of the Act.
Facilitator
Gavin Leydon, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Gavin leads the firm’s Planning, Development and Environment Team and is a specialist in property development, urban and regional planning, environmental and administrative law.
The Norman Waterhouse Team is recognised as the largest of its kind in this State and is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of such advice to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
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For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Native Vegetation and the Planning System
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
Planning, development and compliance staff. Environment and sustainability officers, native vegetation advisers and consultants.
Overview
‘A nightmare!’ ‘A maze!’ ‘Can’t see the wood for the trees!’If such thoughts have occurred to you while trying to understand how native vegetation controls operate within, and around, the planning system, you would not be alone.
The purpose of this session is to peel back the various layers of regulation that sit within the Planning Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and regulations, the Planning and Design Code and the Native Vegetation Act 1991 and regulations – and to better understand how they interact and, in some cases, overlap.
Key Learnings
- Overview of the Native Vegetation Act 1991 and Native Vegetation Regulations 2017, as relevant to the planning system
- Overview of relevant provisions within the Planning & Design Code, including Native Vegetation Overlays
- Understanding development application requirements, the role of ‘Data Reports’, clearance levels, and referral triggers
- Considering controls and exemptions in bushfire hazard areas
- Navigating the particular difficulties that arise where regulated tree controls overlap with native vegetation controls
Facilitator
Peter Psaltis, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPeter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Regulated Trees & the Law Update
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Investment: $245 incl GST
Delivery: Face 2 Face & Webinar
(Delivery methods are subject to change)
Please note: 2 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points are available for this session
Target Audience
All development staff, including planners, compliance officers and arboricultural staff. Regional council officers are also encouraged to attend noting that the Government has requested the Commission to progress amendments to the Planning & Design Code such that the Regulated and Significant Tree Overlay will apply in the future to the regions.Overview
On 16 May 2024 amendments were made to the PDI General Regs which significantly change the law in relation to regulated and significant trees. This session will provide an overview of those amendments and the impacts they will have on development assessment, enforcement and existing development applications and development authorisations. This session will also focus on the regulated tree provisions of the Planning and Design Code and Planning, Development & Infrastructure Act 2016 as well as recent case law on how they have been interpreted and what changes we expect to see as a result of the legislative amendments.
Key Learnings
- Summary of the impact of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) (Regulated and Significant Trees) Amendments Regulations 2024
- Review of Urban Tree Canopy Overlay and Off-set Scheme – legal issues and practical implications
- Review of regulated tree policy under the Planning & Design Code
- Review of assessment processes for DAs involving regulated trees
- Case law review
- Enforcement under the Planning, Development & Infrastructure Act 2016
Facilitator
Aden Miegel, Principal - Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersAden is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.
Site Contamination Update
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Investment: $120 incl GST pp
Delivery: Webinar
Please note: 1 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) point is available for this session
Target Audience
Accredited professionals – planning levels 1, 2, 3 and 4.
Overview
Proper management of contaminated, and potentially contaminated, sites is an important part of the planning process.In this session, attendees will be receive a refresher on the key components of the site contamination assessment framework in the planning system, with a focus on recent amendments to State Planning Commission Practice Direction 14.
Key Learnings
- Understanding the key provisions in the PDI Act, PDI (General) Regulations and the Planning & Design Code pertaining to site contamination
- Discussing recent amendments to Practice Direction 14
- Sharing and understanding practical issues and experience
Facilitator
Peter Psaltis, Principal – Planning, Development and Environment – Norman Waterhouse LawyersPeter is a Principal in the Planning, Development and Environment Team at Norman Waterhouse Lawyers. This Norman Waterhouse Team is widely recognised as a leader in the provision of advice on planning, development and environmental law matters to the local government sector in South Australia.
Additional Information
What ‘Delivery Options’ are available for this session?If a session is scheduled, the delivery options can be found below in the location field of the ‘Upcoming Workshops’ section. (Address = Face 2 Face delivery, Webinar = Virtual delivery)
No ‘Dates’ scheduled?
Complete our ‘Enquiry Form’ to be added to our waitlist and notified of upcoming dates.
Interested in having this program brought ‘In-House’ to your council?
Check your eligibility by requesting an ‘In-house eQuote’.
For further information about the content of this program, please contact LGA Training on 8224 2000 or at training@lga.sa.gov.au.
Please understand that by registering, you are accepting our policy conditions. For a copy of our policies, please click here.