Local Government Conference Scholarship

The Local Government Conference seeks to facilitate networking, meaningful engagement, exchanging ideas and collaboratively address the diverse challenges and opportunities encountered by local government entities in NSW. This conference will create a dynamic environment for collaborative discussion whilst providing opportunities for networking, professional development and information-sharing.

As part of the Association's commitment to provide members with professional development that is accessible and affordable, we are offering four scholarships to help promote participation and reduce barriers for members wishing to attend.

Successful recipients will receive registration to the Local Government Conference, two nights' accommodation and dinner with our visiting interstate and international delegates on the eve of the conference.

Members are responsible to meet the cost of travel or other expenses associated with attending. 


Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • Be a Member of LG Professionals, NSW
  • Be in a senior leadership position
  • Be employed (not on a contract) at a NSW Council
This scholarship is not transferable and must be used in the same year that it was awarded. 

 

Notification

Successful recipients will be advised prior to early bird closing if they have been successful. No refunds will be issued to those that decide to register before hearing if they received a scholarship.

Conference Attendance

Successful recipients will be asked to capture their experience at the conference and share photos via LinkedIn.

In addition, a post conference report in word or video format will be required and shared with our members. 

Key Dates

Conference Dates: 5 - 6 August 2026

Applications Close: 22 May 2026

Awarded: 26 May 2026

Scholarship Recipient

Allegra Zakis

Manager Strategy and Performance, Blue Mountains City Council

Recipient of Local Government Conference Scholarship 

Simon Rennie

Chief Financial Officer, Snowy Monaro Regional Council

Recipient of Local Government Conference Scholarship 

Jess Kennedy

Manager Organisational Development, Clarence Valley Council

Recipient of Local Government Conference Scholarship