2019 – 2020 Annual Report
Presented to the 68th Annual General Meeting 15 October 2020
Our Vision Every person working in local government has the opportunity to achieve his/her fullest potential and career aspirations.
Our Mission To be the peak body for local government professionals in Tasmania providing excellence in management and effective representation for the local government profession.
Our Values
Professionalism - In all that we do Innovation - Pushing boundaries to think outside the square Leadership - Lighting the way to the future Opportunities - Equal opportunities for members to grow and develop Teamwork - Sharing knowledge and collaboration towards a unified goal
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Table of Contents
2019 - 2020 Board Members ...... 4 Agenda for the 68th Annual General Meeting ...... 5 Minutes of the 67th Annual General Meeting ...... 6 Returning Officer’s Declaration ...... 9 President’s Annual Report ...... 10 National Report...... 13 Branch Reports ...... 15 Southern Branch ...... 15 Northern Branch ...... 16 North West Branch ...... 17 LG Professionals Tas Annual Award Recipients ...... 18 Past Presidents and Representatives ...... 20 Member Register 2019 - 2020 ...... 21 Financial Report 2019 - 2020 ...... 25 Our Corporate Partners ...... 43
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2019 – 2020 Board Members
President Vice President National Representative Northern President Gary Arnold Rolph Vos Matthew Atkins Jonathan Harmey General Manager General Manager General Manager Director Corporate Services Kingborough Council West Tamar Council Devonport City Council Meander Valley Council
Southern President North West President Director Director Trent Henderson Tracey Bradley Anna Holland Leanne Hurst Senior Planning Officer Director Corporate & Principal Adviser – Customer General Manager, Huon Valley Council Community Services Relations Community and Place Resigned 19 June 2020 Waratah – Wynyard Council City of Hobart City of Launceston
Director Board Observer Chief Executive Officer Shane Power Dr Katrena Stevenson Mary Frost General Manager Chief Executive Officer LG Professionals Tasmania George Town Council LGAT
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Local Government Professionals Australia (Tasmania) Inc. Registration Number: 02768C (LG Professionals Tasmania)
Notice is given that the 68th Annual General Meeting of LG Professionals (Tasmania) will be held at
The Grange Meeting & Function Centre, 4A Commonwealth Ln, Campbell Town on Thursday 15 October 2020 at 9:25 am
Agenda
Welcome and Apologies Welcome Address by President, Gary Arnold Welcome Address by LG Professionals Principal Partner: Andrew Ralph, JLT Public Sector
Special Business 1. Proposed amendments to LG Professionals Australia (Tasmania) Rules of Association
Attachments: − Attachment A: Updated Rules of Association − Attachment B: Explanatory Summary of changes
Ordinary Business 2. Confirmation of Minutes of the 67th Annual General Meeting 3. Adoption of Financial Report for the year ended 30 June 2020 4. Returning Officer’s Declaration 5. Adoption of Reports a. President’s Annual Report b. National Representative’s Report c. Branch Reports 6. Address by Dr Katrena Stephenson, Chief Executive Officer, Local Government Association of Tasmania 7. Address by Mathew Healey, Director, Policy and Sector Performance State Government
Closure
2019 -2020 LG Professionals Tas Annual Report 5 Local Government Professionals Australia (Tasmania) Inc Previous Minutes of the 67th Annual General Meeting Friday 18 October 2019 at the paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport
Present: Gary Arnold (President), Darren Swain, Scott Riley, Leanne Hurst, Trent Henderson, Glenn Doyle, Justin Marshall, Greg Osborne, Rolph Vos, Emilio Reale, Anna Holland, Karen Hampton, Matthew Atkins, Katrena Stephenson, Andrew Ralph, Andrew Frost, Tracey Bradley, Daryl Connelly, Clare Sullivan, David Mullenger, Paul West, Jeff Griffith Apologies: Matt Grimsey, Brent Armstrong, Janine Banks, Scott Basham, Dino De Paoli, Samantha Dhillon, Geoff Dodge, Sarah Forsyth, Michele Gibbins, Paula Gudgeon, Andrea Johnston, Debra Mainwaring, Angela Matthews, Nicole Mayes, Michelle Neasey, Gary Neil, Natasha Whiteley, Heather Salisbury, Nick Heath, Jonathan Harmey, Shane Crawford, Tim Kirkwood, Rebecca Stevenson, Paul Jackson, Rose Titcombe Also present: Hon. Mark Shelton, Mary Frost
WELCOME ADDRESS AND APOLOGIES
The President welcomed Minister Shelton and the members present, declaring the meeting open at 8:30 am. Apologies were tabled and recorded.
Gary spoke generally about the financial challenges of 2018/19. He also commented on the attendance at this year’s conference being indicative of the momentum that was now building. There was a renewed focus on offering value for the membership.
Gary introduced Andrew Ralph from JLT Public Sector, the Association’s Principal Partner. Andrew addressed the meeting and spoke warmly about the relationship with LG Professionals Tas and the enjoyment of connecting with the membership at the conference.
1. ORDINARY BUSINESS
1.1 Minutes of 2018 AGM
It was resolved that: The minutes of the 2018 AGM, as previously circulated, be taken as read and adopted as a correct record of the proceedings of that meeting.
Moved: Leanne Hurst / Seconded: Tracey Bradley Motion: CARRIED
1.2 Financial Report
The President said that the financial result had not been what the organisation had aspired to, although the Board was working hard to turn the results around.
It was resolved that: The audited annual financial report for the 2018-2019 year be received.
2019 -2020 LG Professionals Tas Annual Report 6 Moved: Paul West / Seconded: Rolph Vos Motion: CARRIED
1.3 Returning Officer’s Declaration
Mary Frost, the Returning Officer, reported that the following nominations had been received for the three vacant three-year term positions on the board. − Shane Power, George Town Council − Leanne Hurst, City of Launceston − Anna Holland, City of Hobart
As there were three nominees for the three vacant positions, no election was required and the following people have been re-elected to the Board, for a period of three years, concluding at the 2023 AGM: − Shane Power, George Town Council − Leanne Hurst, City of Launceston; and − Anna Holland, City of Hobart.
In accordance with the Rules of Association, the Branch Presidents are members of the board. The current incumbents are: − Southern Branch: Trent Henderson, Huon Valley Council − Northern Branch: To be confirmed at the AGM in November 2019; and − North West Branch: Tracey Bradley, Waratah Wynyard Council.
1.4 Adoption of Reports
The President’s Report, Branch Reports and National Representative Report were available at the meeting.
It was resolved that: The following reports for the 2018-2019 year be received and noted: − President’s Report − National Representative Report − Branch Reports
Moved: Clare Sullivan / Seconded: Matthew Atkins Motion: CARRIED
1.5 Address by Katrena Stephenson, Chief Executive Officer, Local Government Association of Tasmania
The LGAT CEO welcomed the strong collaboration between LGAT and LG Professionals Tas and the importance of having both organisations in the State.
Some key outcomes from the 2018-2019 year were outlined including: − the support for the Local Government election through television and social media campaigns, tools and training − prosecution of a broad range of policy issues including the significant effort on the waste agenda, planning reform and the LG legislation review − delivering significant sector savings over $8 million through LGAT Procurement and electricity negotiations − delivery of a range of professional development opportunities
2019 -2020 LG Professionals Tas Annual Report 7 For the year ahead, a range of emerging challenges were noted including waste, local government legislation, charitable rating exemptions and understanding and addressing expectations of councils and leading sector discussions on the future through the 21st century project.
The LGAT CEO thanked LG Professional Members for their contribution to LGAT advocacy and the LGAT team for their excellent work.
1.6 Address by Clare Sullivan, CEO, Local Government Professionals Australia
Clare reported on the following Local Government Professionals Association National initiatives but not limited to the: − Australasian Management Challenge − National Congress – Darwin − International Mentor Program
CLOSURE The President thanked those members, sponsors and others present for their support of the Association during the previous year, and declared the meeting closed at 8:50 am.
2019 -2020 LG Professionals Tas Annual Report 8 Returning Officer’s Declaration
I, Mary Frost, Returning Officer, declare that the following nominations were received by 2 September 2020 for the election of Members to the Board of Local Government Professionals Australia (Tasmania) Incorporated.
For a term of three years (two positions): . Rolph Vos – West Tamar Council . Jonathan Harmey – Meander Valley Council
As there were two nominees for the two vacant positions, an election was not required. Rolph Vos and Jonathan Harmey were therefore elected as Board Members for a term of three years, concluding at the end of the 2023 Annual General Meeting.
In accordance with the Rules of the Association, the Branch Presidents are members of the Board.
Following branch elections, the Presidents are: • Southern Branch – Paul Jackson, City of Hobart • Northern Branch – Jonathan Harmey, Meander Valley Council • Cradle Coast Branch – Tracey Bradley, Waratah Wynyard Council
Mary Frost Returning Officer
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Congratulations to the North West Coast Branch organising committee for our 2019 Annual Conference, It Starts with Us that was held in Devonport. The conference was definitely enhanced by the wonderful paranaple convention centre and our thanks go to the staff, Felicity Duff and Matt Groom for their excellent service.
Our theme centred on finding the leader in ourselves and realising our potential to be the best we can be in our local communities.
The keynote speakers, Rod Patterson and Penny Terry led a comprehensive and impressive list of Tasmanian and interstate speakers presenting on economic development, customer experience, employment law, digital transformation, continuous improvement and local case studies. The schedule was beautifully timed by the incredibly professional MC, Kim Millar.
Congratulations to our long-serving members and to the Regional winners of the National Awards who were recognised in front of their peers at the Gala Dinner on Thursday evening. The night was beautifully capped off with music from Zac Weeks.
Special thanks go to our corporate partners without whom our annual conference would not be possible: JLT Public Sector, CBA, Tasplan Super, Edge Legal, Page Seager, LG Hub, Local Government Association of Tasmania, Azility, Anderson Morgan, Dobson Mitchell Allport, Cradle Coast Authority, Insight GIS, CouncilJobs, Work & Training, MAS National and B4 Early Years Coalition.
The Local Government Professionals Australasian Management Challenge has been at the forefront of professional development in local government in Australia and New Zealand for more than 25 years. For the first time, the Management Challenge was held virtually with challenge participants from three Councils; City of Launceston, Glenorchy City Council and Devonport City Council competing for the State title.
The Challenge is a simulation-based team building, learning and networking program using real local government themes. The three teams were challenged to a series of tasks in a unique one day, fast- paced ‘pressure cooker’ environment earlier in July.
The Australasian Management Challenge and Annual Awards are great examples of programs offered by LG Professionals locally and across Australia.
We aim to support the sector with practical and relevant professional development opportunities to help attract and retain the best and brightest in the sector. The Management Challenge program focuses on equipping aspiring professionals with leadership, analytic, communication and problem-solving skills in a practical setting.
At our Annual Awards presentation I was proud to announce the winners of the Australasian Management Challenge State winners for 2020:
Australasian Management Challenge Regional Winner - Sponsored by JLT Public Sector Team GROWing Glenorchy - Glenorchy City Council
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Other award winners as follows:
Environmental Leadership and Sustainability Award Glenorchy City Council Project: The Glenorchy FOGO Project
Innovative Management Initiative Award – Sponsored by JLT Public Sector Break O’Day Council Project: The Trails Ambassador Program (TAP)
Community Services Delivery Award Waratah-Wynyard Council Project: Communications and Engagement Strategy
Partnerships and Collaboration Award Break O’Day Council Project: Trail Safety and Emergency Management Plan
Emerging Leader of the Year Award – Sponsored by Tasplan Super Frank Chen Manager Infrastructure, Engineering and Design Glenorchy City Council
Our dynamic CEO, Mary Frost put together a “jam-packed” calendar of events for the year including our popular Special Interest Group forums in Human Resources and Risk, Legal & Property.
Calendar of Events: July 2019 – June 2020 Event Date Time Venue Cradle Coast Authority, NW Branch Meeting 16/07/19 10.00 am - 12.00 pm Burnie Kingborough Council Southern Branch Meeting 25/07/19 11.30 am - 2.00 pm Chambers Australasian Management 31/07/19 Darwin Challenge Finals LG Professionals National 31/07/19 to 02/08/19 Darwin Congress
Northern Branch Meeting 14/08/19 3.00 pm - 4.15 pm Meander Valley Council Northern Midlands Board Meeting 21/08/19 10.00 am - 2.00 pm Council – Chamber NW Branch Meeting and Central Coast Council 11/09/19 10.00 am - 12 noon AGM Chambers Southern Branch Meeting Brighton Council 19/09/19 11.30 am - 2.00 pm and AGM Chambers West Tamar Function HR SIG 24/09/19 9.30 am - 3.00 pm Centre paranaple centre, Board Meeting 16/10/19 3.15 pm – 5.15 pm Devonport paranaple centre, Annual Conference and AGM 16/10/19 to 18/10/19 Devonport
2019 -2020 LG Professionals Tas Annual Report 11 Northern Branch AGM & 27/11/19 11.00 am – 1.30 pm City of Launceston Meeting Aberdeen Room, NW Branch Meeting 4/12/19 3.30 pm – 5.00 pm paranaple centre, Devonport Northern Midlands Risk, Legal & Property SIG 5/12/19 10.00 am – 3.00 pm Council Lady Osborne room, Board Meeting 11/12/19 11.00 am – 2.00 pm Town Hall Building Southern Branch Meeting & Boodle Beasley, North 12/12/19 4.30 pm – 7.00 pm Christmas Function Hobart Board Meeting 12/02/20 10.00 am - 2.00 pm NMC Chamber North West Branch Meeting 27/2/20 3.30 pm - 6.00 pm Latrobe Council Campbell Town RL&P SIG 11/03/20 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Recreation Ground Complex HR SIG 12/03/20 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Tamar Function Centre Board Meeting 08/04/20 10.00 am - 2.00 pm Virtual Meeting North West Branch Meeting 26/05/20 3.30 pm - 6.00 pm Virtual Meeting Northern Branch Meeting 27/05/20 3.00 pm - 4.30 pm Virtual Meeting Southern Branch Meeting 28/05/20 3.00 pm - 4.30 pm Virtual Meeting Masterclass – Linda 16/06/20 11.00 am - 1.00 pm Virtual Masterclass Manaena Board Meeting 10/06/20 10.00 am - 2.00 pm Virtual Meeting
I wish to extend the Board’s continuing appreciation to our many corporate partners throughout the year for their ongoing support and commitment to LG Professionals Tas. Your wonderful support is invaluable to ensuring this organisation can continue to provide quality services to our members as well as remaining a relevant and worthwhile organisation in the local government sphere.
My sincere thanks also go to my fellow Board members, Rolph Vos, Leanne Hurst, Jonathan Harmey, Tracey Bradley, Anna Holland, Matthew Atkins, Shane Power and Trent Henderson (who left the local government sector in June 2020 to establish his planning consultancy) for their positive contributions during the year. I also wish to acknowledge and sincerely thank Katrena Stephenson who represents the Local Government Association of Tasmania (LGAT) as an observer on the Board.
The LG Professionals Board offer our time voluntarily and continue to work with great integrity, commitment, and common purpose to set the direction for our organisation.
During the past year our Chief Executive Officer, Mary Frost, has worked tirelessly alongside the Board to add value to the offering we provide our members and sponsors. I thank Mary for her support, enthusiasm, and invaluable contribution.
Finally, I thank the Board for placing their confidence in me and thank you to all those members whose energy and involvement makes our work enjoyable and worthwhile.
Gary Arnold President 2019 -2020 LG Professionals Tas Annual Report 12 National Report
Advocacy The National Office of LG Professionals in Canberra has had a busy year making sure your voice is heard at the Federal level of government, advocating of behalf of LG Professionals members and facilitating the ongoing development of your council’s emerging leaders.
As local government is the most heavily community-facing level of government, it is critical that our organisations are in the room for the development of Federal and State policy that falls to us to implement. The National Office has thus been utilising its strategic location next to the halls of Federal Government to make sure that not only is the local government voice heard, but that representatives are in the room in an even dialogue with key stakeholders in these conversations.
In early 2020 National finalised the National Advocacy and Policy Platform which outlines the key priorities and policy principles to guide LG Professionals advocacy to the Australian Government. A copy can be found at https://lgprofessionalsaustralia.org.au/policies-and-priorities/national-advocacy-and-policy- platform
As a national voice for our interests and local government professionals, LG Professionals Australia has recently consulted with our sector before submitting local government feedback on Australia’s 2020 Cyber Security Strategy and provided a submission to the Australian Government which informed the development of the National Waste Policy Action Plan.
Tasmanians were an integral part of a collective, national push for Federal support from 2019 through to 2020 with successful results. LG Professionals Australia put together documents and campaigns as part of its advocacy agenda and with the support of State-by-State representatives from councils. This was taken up to the Federal Government prior to last year’s election but was also part of an ongoing reiteration of the value of untied grants to local government and other support mechanisms leading into the pandemic stimulus and recovery period of 2020.
In May 2020, the Australian Government announced a support package that included $500 million under its Local Road and Community Infrastructure Program while bringing forward $1.3 billion of the 2020-21 Financial Assistance Grant payment. This announcement came on the back of this strong effort supported by local government officers, who are to be thanked for their contribution.
On a person-to-person level, LG Professionals Australia this year launched ‘Canberra Behind-the-Scenes’ which saw LGP Members (including Tasmanians) in the room for meetings with Federal MPs and Department chiefs to discuss the Federal policies that affect their communities and organisations.
The pandemic set in motion a pivot to digital engagement from National with a series of webinars and virtual networking opportunities throughout mid-2020. This included 57 Tasmanian participants in its ongoing webinar series and at least one representative in each of the small-group National Conversations digital networking sessions that continued into July 2020.
Governance Tasmania was represented at the Annual General Meeting at the National Congress & Business Expo in Darwin in August 2019 and in Board Meetings throughout 2019-2020. National also convened a special Board Meeting in March 2020 to address the impact, real and potential, of the pandemic on National Office operations and finances.
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Events The 2019-2020 period saw the capping of a very successful year of national engagement opportunities for members moving into more difficult territory in 2020 amid the pandemic. Given the interstate nature of national activities, some plans for Tasmanian engagement were stymied but an agile turn to digital offerings from the National Office kept State members involved. Conventional annual events like the Australasian Management Challenge brought in another three Tasmanian teams in 2020 with Glenorchy City Council reaching the final for the 2020 event.
Newsletter and Digital Outreach The Local Government Update is a fortnightly digital newsletter distributed to over 3,000 subscribers. The newsletter profiles leading approaches, relevant news coverage and opportunities for members from both the National Office and State Associations. As such, State Associations are welcome to submit content to be included in this to strengthen state-based communications activities. The newsletter acts as a more direct communication tool beyond the more regular social outreach through platforms like Twitter and LinkedIn with more than 2,500 and over 5,300 followers, respectively.
JLT Joint Insurance LG Professionals Australia coordinates the procurement of insurances for all States nationally. This service covers Professional Indemnity, Public Liability, Directors and Officers, Travel and Cyber (by request). This service provides streamlined administration for State Associations as well as a gross saving of approximately $20,000 from the leveraged increased buying power.
Matthew Atkins Clare Sullivan Tasmanian National Director CEO, LG Professionals Australia
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As President of LG Professionals Tasmania, I am writing this report on behalf of Trent Henderson, Southern Branch President, who recently left Huon Valley Council.
We express our thanks to Trent for assuming the role of President and to Laura Eaton from Kingborough Council for acting as Secretary during 2019/20.
Since the AGM at Brighton Council last September, the members met at Boodle Beasley for a December meeting and a casual Christmas function to round off what had been a busy year. The 2020 conference committee was selected at the meeting. Thanks to Anna Holland, Janine Banks, Paul Jackson, Laura Eaton and Trent Henderson for taking on the 2020 conference.
The first meeting for 2020 was scheduled in March although with the arrival of COVID-19 the meeting was postponed until May when members met virtually. Linda Manaena, coach and facilitator spoke about the importance of developing resilience in leaders and within teams and Mike Dalton from Tasplan provided a super update for members. Thanks to Linda and Mike.
During the meeting, we acknowledged the retirement of long-serving Ron Sanderson and congratulated and recognised 5 years membership to incoming Brighton General Manager, James Dryburgh.
We are delighted to announce that southern based Councils took out many of the LG Professionals Tas Awards this year. Glenorchy City Council won the Environmental Leadership and Sustainability Award for their Project, The Glenorchy FOGO Project and Frank Chen, Manager Infrastructure, Engineering and Design, was the recipient of the Emerging Leader of the Year Award.
Glenorchy City Council had another big win taking out the 2020 virtual Australasian Management Challenge. Our warmest congratulations are extended to all the state winners and good luck to all the recipients who will represent Tasmanian at the national awards later in the year.
Thanks to our dedicated sponsors of the Awards and the Australasian Management Challenge; JLT Public Sector and Tasplan Super. We value their support.
During the past year, I would like to thank Arthur Baccus, Anna Holland, Tim Jones, Ron Sanderson and Rebecca Stevenson for completing our member profiles for publication in our monthly newsletters. They are always an interesting read and it is great to hear about their journey in local government and beyond.
While COVID-19 has curtailed many of our in-person events pleased be assured that the Southern Branch is looking for opportunities to increase our engagement with our member base.
The Southern Branch is the host for our annual conference this year. Due to the current circumstances, the annual conference has been condensed to a one day conference situated in central Tasmania. We are pleased to report that next year’s conference will again be hosted by the Southern Branch. We look forward to bringing you a bigger and better two-day, in-person conference next year with professional development and an opportunity to get together to catch up and exchange ideas.
Thanks to all our members for continuing to take an active part in the association.
Gary Arnold LG Professionals Tas President
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2020 has brought many challenges with the way we work, meet and connect with colleagues, friends and family. As essential service providers, our communities have looked to local government professionals for guidance and support, a task has continually been re-evaluated and adapted for many months.
I would like to take the opportunity to thank those members that regularly attend our branch meetings and special interest group training sessions. It has been a time where opportunities to engage have been limited but particularly important in maintaining strong networks with other local government employees.
It was pleasing to see Northern Tasmania well represented in the Australasian Management Challenge. Congratulations to the City of Launceston team members participating in this professional development opportunity. Glenorchy City Council were the overall State winners and will now progress to the Australasian title.
The Northern Councils were represented in the annual Tasmanian awards with Break O’Day Council being winners in two categories. The Innovative Management Initiative Award was presented for the Trails Ambassador Program (TAP) and the Partnerships & Collaboration Award was presented for the Trail Safety and Emergency Management Plan. The Council and professional officers involved should be proud of the achievements on these projects.
Jonathan Harmey President – Northern Branch
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The Cradle Coast Branch has held three meetings this year which were well attended. The Branch had a name change from North West Branch to Cradle Coast Branch. The Branch also fell into virtual meetings as a result of COVID- 19. The guest speakers have been interesting and insightful and were the highlight of each meeting. The partnership with Cradle Coast Authority has room to develop, which I am sure will bring rewards for the Branch and the Authority.
The 2019 LGP Conference was held at the paranaple convention centre in Devonport. A team of willing branch members supported EO, Mary Frost to deliver a fabulous conference.
The first meeting was held on the 4th December at the paranaple centre in Devonport.
Guest Speaker – Jeff Griffith Jeff Griffith outlined his program for digital security planning recommending the importance of knowing what target you were aiming at and to consider Cyber Security Insurance and a Cyber Security Policy. Jeff is available to assist anyone who would like to know more about the Digital Security Planning Model.
Guest Speaker – Daryl Connelly Daryl Connelly noted the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Cradle Coast Authority and LG Professionals North West. The MOU aimed to encourage a strong and efficient Local Government with Cradle Coast Authority playing a coordination role of bringing Councils together. LG Professionals Cradle Coast provides good networking opportunities to assist in learning from one another. A strong local government was good for the regionals to model lean, agile, innovative ways to get things done.
The meeting concluded with members attending a networking function at Southern Wild Distillery hosted by Cradle Coast Authority.
The second meeting was held on 27th February at the Latrobe Council. The meeting covered topics for future meetings and other general business. There was a networking event after the meeting with an overview by Claire Smith from the Cradle Coast Authority on the MOU between the Authority and the branch.
Guest Speaker – Gerald Monson Claire Smith introduced Gerald Monson, General Manager of Latrobe and Kentish Councils. Gerald is one of the coast’s most experienced General Managers with particular emphasis on resource sharing model. Gerald gave a very informative presentation on resourcing sharing and his experiences and issues faced over the last four to five years and where council will go after that time.
The third meeting was held 26th May virtually as a result of COVID19 restrictions. The meeting was well attended, and feedback post the meeting indicated members enjoyed this format.
Guest Speaker - Linda Manaena Linda is the Founder of Leader Success and a Leadership Coach specialising in evidence-based models for human behaviour (eDISC®), individual and team resilience (Resilience@Work®), communication and connection. Empowering people around the globe who want to achieve success by showing up authentically and with confidence, Linda teaches leaders how to coach their teams as well as help technical experts easily transition into leadership roles by giving them strategies to lead, and communicate and connect with their teams, peers and others.
Tracey Bradley President – North West Branch
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2005 2006 Aspiring Young Manager – Clayton Hawkins Aspiring Young Manager – Matthew Atkins Smaller Council – Grant Atkins Small Council – Gordon Mallett Open – Mhairi Vogt Open – Andrew Wardlaw
2007 2008 Aspiring Young Manager – Michael Stretton Aspiring Young Manager (joint winners) – Katie Open – Katherine Schaefer Masters and Kylie Lunson Open – Warren Nichols
2009 2010 Aspiring Young Manager – Aby McGuire Aspiring Young Manager – Angela Matthews Open – John Martin Open - Glenn Doyle Award for Community Partnership and Collaboration - Burnie City Council
2011 2012 Aspiring Manager – Anna Holland Aspiring Manager – Peter Porch Open – Greg Preece Open – Evonne Ewins Award for Innovation – Northern Midlands Council
2013 2014/2015 Aspiring Manager – Mel Staples Emerging Leader of the Year Award - Jamie Goodwin, Open – Andrew Frost Devonport City Council Award for Innovation – Meander Valley Management Excellence Award - Shane Crawford, Council Devonport City Council Award for Risk Management Excellence - Award for Innovative Management Initiatives - Devonport City Council Burnie City Council Award for Community Partnership and Collaboration - Burnie City Council
2015/2016 2016/2017 Management Excellence Award—Michelle Management Excellence Award – Samantha Searle, Neasey, Burnie City Council Kingborough Council Innovative Management Initiatives – Cory Excellence in Risk Management – Darren Carlson, Robson, Malcolm Prior and Jo Devine - Kingborough Council Launceston City Council Award of Innovation – Kingborough Council, Excellence in Risk Management—Garry Thorp, Delivering Biosecurity Offsets in Local Government Circular Head/Waratah-Wynyard Council Project Collaboration and Community Achievement Award – Deb Mainwaring, Circular Head Council Emerging Leader Award – Yvonne Stone, Circular Head Council
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2018 2019 Emerging Leader Award – David Mullenger Emerging Leader of the Year Award – Erica McKinnell, Break O'Day Council
Environmental Leadership and Sustainability Award Dion Lester, Local Government Association of Tasmania: Feasibility Study into Statewide Waste Management Project
Innovative Management Initiative Award – Devonport City Council: LIVING CITY Devonport Project
Excellence in Community Development and Service Delivery Award – Claudia Taylor & Sarah McCormack, City of Launceston: ABCDE Learning Sites Project
Partnerships and Collaboration Award – Rebecca Stevenson – Huon Valley Council, Evacuation Centre Project
2020 Emerging Leader of the Year Award Frank Chen, Glenorchy City Council
Environmental Leadership and Sustainability Award Glenorchy City Council: The Glenorchy FOGO Project
Innovative Management Initiative Award Break O’Day Council: The Trails Ambassador Program (TAP)
Excellence in Community Development and Service Delivery Award Waratah-Wynyard Council: Communications and Engagement Strategy 2019/21
Partnerships and Collaboration Award Break O’Day Council: Trail Safety and Emergency Management Plan
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LG Professionals Tasmania is keen to recognise its Past Presidents. Please find below a list of our Presidents and the terms they served. This information has been obtained from historical LGMA/IMM records. If members have any corrections or further information, please let us know.
The Tasmanian Division of the Institute of Municipal Management (IMM) changed its name to Local Government Managers Australia (Tasmania) in October 2000 and then to Local Government Professionals Australia Tasmania in 2015.
2016 – present Gary Arnold 2014 – 2016 Karen Hampton 2012 – 2014 Andrew Wardlaw* 2010 – 2012 John Martin 2008 – 2010 Frank Pearce 2006 – 2008 Brent Armstrong 2004 – 2006 Paul West* 2002 – 2004 Brian Inches 1999 – 2002 Paul Arnold* 1998 – 1999 Raul Ranson 1996 – 1998 Gerald Monson 1995 – 1996 Mark Griffiths 1994 – 1995 Geoff Dodge 1993 – 1994 Alfred Mott*
*These members also served as National President
Representatives
Local Government Board Andrew Wardlaw LGATASSIST Geoff Dodge
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Associate Members Mr Arthur Baccus 70 Waringa Rd GLENORCHY 7010 TAS Ms Katelyn Craig PO Box 1521 HOBART 7001 TAS Mrs Samantha Dhillon 13 Smith Street LONGFORD 7301 TAS Ms Christine Gray 8b Penghana Road QUEENSTOWN 7467 TAS Mr Stephen Imms PO Box 168 WYNYARD 7325 TAS Ms Andrea Johnston PO Box 396 LAUNCESTON 7250 TAS Mr Sean Kerr Locked Bag 1 KINGSTON 7050 TAS Ms Sandy Loring 80 Wilson Street BURNIE 7320 TAS Mrs Debra Mainwaring PO Box 348 SMITHTON 7330 TAS Ms Teagan McKenzie- 2-4 Eden Street RIVERSIDE 7250 TAS Pears Mr Scott Park PO Box 16 RIVERSIDE 7250 TAS Ms Tania Pieterse 19 King Edward Street ULVERSTONE 7315 TAS Mr Craig Plaisted 26 Lyall Street WESTBURY 7303 TAS Ms Cassie Sheehan 26 Lyall Street WESTBURY 7303 TAS Ms Claudia Taylor PO BOX 396 LAUNCESTON 7250 TAS Mrs Roseanne Titcombe 21 Saunders Street WYNYARD 7325 TAS Mrs Natasha Whiteley PO Box 102 WESTBURY 7303 TAS Miss Merrilyn Young PO Box 102 WESTBURY 7303 TAS Ms Wendy Young 85 Main Road KEMPTON 7030 TAS
Professional Members Mr Scott Basham 15 Channel Hwy KINGSTON 7050 TAS Mrs Narelle Beer PO Box 102 WESTBURY 7303 TAS Ms Julie Bernhagen PO Box 348 SMITHTON 7330 TAS Mrs Gillian Browne 1 Tivoli Road OLD BEACH 7017 TAS Mr Chris Clark 69 High Street SHEFFIELD 7306 TAS Mr Brent Daire 16-18 Anne Street GEORGE TOWN 7253 TAS Miss Laura Eaton 22 Aldinga Street BLACKMANS 7052 TAS BAY Mrs Yvonne Edwards 91 Dial Rd PENGUIN 7316 TAS Mr Andrew Frost PO Box 396 LAUNCESTON 7250 TAS Mr Jeffrey Griffith PO Box 604 DEVONPORT 7310 TAS Miss Paula Gudgeon GPO Box 503 HOBART 7001 VIC Mrs Trici Hankin PO Box 210 HUONVILLE 7109 TAS Mr Trent Henderson PO Box 210 HUONVILLE 7109 TAS Mrs Anna Holland 72 Kings Road CAMBRIDGE 7170 TAS Ms Chris Hughes PO Box 21 ST HELENS 7216 TAS Mr Bill Hutcheson PO Box 220 ULVERSTONE 7315 TAS Mr Jake Ihnen PO Box 21 ST HELENS 7216 TAS
2019 -2020 LG Professionals Tas Annual Report 21 Mr Joshua Jackson 137 Rooke St DEVONPORT 7310 TAS Mr Paul Jackson GPO Box 503 HOBART 7001 TAS Ms Angela Jenni 1 Davies Avenue HOBART 7000 TAS Mr Tim Jones 15 Channel Hwy KINGSTON 7050 TAS Mr John Kersnovski PO Box 26 ULVERSTONE 7316 TAS Mrs Belinda Loxley 211 Nierinna Rd MARGATE 7054 TAS Mrs Kylie Lunson 44-48 Best Street DEVONPORT 7310 TAS Mr Justin Marshall PO Box 102 WESTBURY 7303 TAS Ms Angela Matthews 32-34 Georges Bay Esplanade ST HELENS 7216 TAS Mrs Abyilene McGuire Locked Bag 1 KINGSTON 7050 TAS Mr David Mullenger 18-28 St John Street LAUNCESTON 7250 TAS Mr Fred Moult 45 Amiens Avenue MOONAH 7009 TAS Mrs Krista Palfreyman PO Box 102 WESTBURY 7303 TAS Ms Jessica Radford PO Box 126 SORELL 7172 TAS Mr David Reeve 84 Tranmere Rd HOWRAH 7018 TAS Ms Jayne Richardson PO Box 21 ST HELENS 7216 TAS Mr Robbie Shafe Locked Bag 1 KINGSTON 7050 TAS Mr Mitchell Smith PO Box 973 BURNIE 7320 TAS Mr Duncan Spinks PO Box 348 SMITHTON 7330 TAS Mrs Rebecca Stevenson 124 Sawyers Creek Road MOUNTAIN 7109 TAS RIVER Ms Julie Tolputt PO Box 16 RIVERSIDE 7250 TAS Miss Nicole Walsh PO Box 396 LAUNCESTON 7250 TAS Mr Shane Wells PO Box 6 TRIABUNNA 7190 TAS
Executive Members Mr Matthew Atkins PO Box 604 DEVONPORT 7310 TAS Ms Sandra Ayton PO Box 220 ULVERSTONE 7315 TAS Mrs Janine Banks 1 Tivoli Road GAGEBROOK 7030 TAS Mr John Breen 15 Channel Highway KINGSTON 7050 TAS Ms Maree Bricknell PO Box 156 LONGFORD 7301 TAS Mr John Brown 38 Seaview Ave BEAUMARIS 7215 TAS Mr Daryl Connelly 1-3 Spring Street BURNIE 7320 TAS Mr Shane Crawford 21 Saunders Street WYNYARD 7325 TAS Mr Darrin Cunningham PO Box 63 SHEFFIELD 7306 TAS Mr Greg Davoren 1 Tivoli Rd OLD BEACH 7018 TAS Mr Dino De Paoli 26 Lyall St WESTBURY 7253 TAS Mr James Dryburgh 1 Tivoli Rd OLD BEACH 7017 TAS Ms Lyn Eyles 8 Elizabeth St BOTHWELL 7030 TAS Mrs Janette Febey PO Box 63 LATROBE 7307 TAS Mrs Michele Gibbins PO Box 59 BEACONSFIELD 7270 TAS Mr David Gregory 6 Spring Grove YOUNGTOWN 7249 TAS Mr Matt Grimsey PO Box 201 HUONVILLE 7109 TAS 2019 -2020 LG Professionals Tas Annual Report 22 Mr Jonathan Harmey 26 Lyall Street WESTBURY 7303 TAS Mr Nicholas Heath 19 York St SANDY BAY 7005 TAS Mr Bob Hoogland PO Box 21 ST HELENS 7216 TAS Mrs Kim Hossack 1713 Main Road NUBEENA 7184 TAS Ms Pene Hughes 5 Garnett St BLACKMANS 7052 TAS BAY Mrs Leanne Hurst PO Box 396 LAUNCESTON 7250 TAS Mr Des Jennings PO Box 156 LONGFORD 7301 TAS Mr Timothy Kirkwood PO Box 21 OATLANDS 7120 TAS Ms Dion Lester 326 Macquarie Street HOBART 7001 TAS Mr Tony McMullen PO Box 103 GLENORCHY 7010 TAS Mr David Midson 11 Sticht Street QUEENSTOWN 7467 TAS Ms Michelle Neasey 80 Wilson Street BURNIE 7320 TAS Mr Gary Neil 21 Kingsmill Street WYNYARD 7325 TAS Ms Kymbra Peebles PO Box 604 DEVONPORT 7310 TAS Mr Shane Power 16-18 Anne Street GEORGE TOWN 7253 TAS Mr Emilio Reale 54 Lord Street SANDY BAY 7005 TAS Mr Scott Riley PO Box 348 SMITHTON 7330 TAS Mrs Heather Salisbury 27 Loatta Road LINDISFARNE 7015 TAS Mr Ron Sanderson 1 Tivoli Road GAGEBROOK 7030 TAS Mr Matthew Saward PO Box 348 SMITHTON 7330 TAS Mr Tim Short GPO Box 503 HOBART 7001 TAS Mr Daniel Smee 40 Auburn Road KINGSTON 7050 TAS BEACH Ms Claire Smith 1 - 3 Spring Street BURNIE 7320 TAS Dr Katrena Stephenson 326 Macquarie Street HOBART 7001 TAS Mr Michael Stretton PO BOX 396 LAUNCESTON 7250 TAS Mr Rolph Vos PO Box 16 RIVERSIDE 7250 TAS Mr Greg Winton PO Box 595 NEW NORFOLK 7140 TAS
Fellow Members Mr Gary Arnold Locked Bag 1 KINGSTON 7051 TAS Mrs Tracey Bradley 21 Saunders Street WYNYARD 7325 TAS Mr Glenn Doyle GPO Box 503 HOBART 7001 TAS Mrs Karen Hampton PO Box 604 DEVONPORT 7310 TAS Mr Gerald Monson PO Box 63 LATROBE 7307 TAS Mrs Rachel Radford PO Box 348 SMITHTON 7330 TAS Mr Andrew Wardlaw PO Box 763 WYNYARD 7325 TAS Mr Paul West PO Box 674 WYNYARD 7325 TAS
Life Members Mr Brent Armstrong 50 Georgina Place ACTON PARK 7170 TAS Mr Grant Atkins 39 Sunhaven Drive PORT SORELL 7307 TAS
2019 -2020 LG Professionals Tas Annual Report 23 Mr Geoff Dodge 62 Otago Bay Rd OTAGO 7017 TAS Mr Max Doyle 2/3 Cyrus Court ROSE BAY 7015 TAS Mr John Gibson 10 Walker Street WYNYARD 7325 TAS Mr Geoffrey Jamieson 33 Nash St SORELL 7172 TAS Mr Graham Knight 3278 Huon Highway FRANKLIN 7113 TAS Mr John Martin 196 Poplar Parade YOUNGTOWN 7249 TAS Mr Alfred Mott 12 Lakin Street WEST 7315 TAS ULVERSTONE Mr David Pyke PO Box 6 WESTBURY 7303 TAS Mr Paul Ranson 21 Richards Avenue NEWSTEAD 7250 TAS Mr Stewart Wardlaw PO Box 354 ROSNY PARK 7018 TAS
Retired Members Mr Bob Foulkes PO Box 751 DEVONPORT 7310 TAS Mr David Mitchell 2/16 Myrtle St HAWTHORN 3122 VIC Mr David Sales PO Box 3082 WEST HOBART 7000 TAS
Corporate Partner Members Anderson Morgan PO Box 497 LAUNCESTON 7250 TAS Azility 2 Squires Way NORTH 2500 NSW WOLLONGONG B4 Early Years Coalition GPO Box 169 HOBART 7001 TAS Commonwealth Bank GPO Box 87 HOBART 7001 TAS CouncilJobs PO Box 621 BROADWAY 2007 NSW Cradle Coast Authority 1 - 3 Spring Street BURNIE 7320 TAS Dobson Mitchell Allport GPO Box 20 HOBART 7001 TAS Edge Legal 297 Elizabeth Street NORTH 7000 TAS HOBART Insight GIS 2 Gregory St SANDY BAY 7005 TAS JLT Public Sector GPO Box 126 HOBART 7001 TAS Local Government Association of 326 Macquarie St HOBART 7000 TAS Tasmania Page Seager GPO Box 1106 HOBART 7001 TAS Task Exchange - LG Hub Level 20, 320 Pitt Street SYDNEY 2000 NSW Tasplan Super Level 8/188 Collins St HOBART 7000 TAS Work & Training /Mas National 1 Bowen Road MOONAH 7009 TAS
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
CONTENTS
Compilation Report 1
Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income 2
Statement of Financial Position 3
Statement of Changes in Equity 4
Cash Flow Statement 5
Notes to the Financial Statements 6
Directors' Declaration 14
Detailed Operating Statement 15
COMPILATION REPORT TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
We have compiled the accompanying special purpose financial statements of Local Government Professionals Association (Tasmanian Division) which comprise the Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2020, the Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income, Statement of Changes in Equity and Statement of Cash Flows for the year then ended, a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory notes.
The specific purpose for which the special purpose financial statements have been prepared is set out in Notes 1 and 2.
The Responsibility of the Directors
The directors of Local Government Professionals Association (Tasmanian Division) are solely responsible for the information contained in the special purpose financial statements, the reliability, accuracy and completeness of the information and for the determination that the basis of accounting used is appropriate to meet their needs and for the purpose that the financial statements were prepared.
Our Responsibility
On the basis of the information provided by the directors of Local Government Professionals Association (Tasmanian Division), we have compiled the accompanying special purpose financial statements in accordance with the significant accounting policies adopted as set out in Notes 1 and 2 to the financial statements and APES 315: Compilation of Financial Information.
We have applied our expertise in accounting and financial reporting to compile these financial statements in accordance with the basis of accounting described in Notes 1 and 2 to the financial statements. We have complied with the relevant ethical requirements of APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants.
Our procedures use accounting expertise to collect, classify and summarise the financial information, which the directors provided, in compiling the financial statements. Our procedures do not include verification or validation procedures. No audit or review has been performed and accordingly no assurance is expressed.
The special purpose financial statements were compiled exclusively for the benefit of the directors of Local Government Professionals Association (Tasmanian Division). To the extent permitted by law, we do not accept liability for any loss or damage that any person, other than Local Government Professionals Association (Tasmanian Division), may suffer arising from any negligence on our part.
No person should rely on the special purpose financial statements without having an audit or review conducted.
KPMG Australian Services Pty Ltd
KPMG
Hobart
Dated 04-Sep-2020
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
2020 2019 Note $ $
Revenue 3 142,063 131,533
Depreciation and amortisation expenses (132) (263)
Employee benefits expenses (66,660) (60,494)
Other expenses (72,195) (101,588)
Profit (Loss) before tax 3,076 (30,812)
Other comprehensive income for the year -- Total comprehensive income (loss) for the year 3,076 (30,812)
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. These statements should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 2
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 30 JUNE 2020
2020 2019 Note $ $
ASSETS CURRENT ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents 4 58,100 57,134 Trade and other receivables 5 3,960 7,863 Current income tax receivable 6 - 3,824 TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 62,060 68,821
NON-CURRENT ASSETS Property, plant and equipment 7 114 263 TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 114 263 TOTAL ASSETS 62,174 69,084
LIABILITIES CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade and other payables 8 7,068 19,419 Provisions 9 5,762 3,489 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 12,830 22,908
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES Provisions 9 92 - TOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES 92 - TOTAL LIABILITIES 12,922 22,908 NET ASSETS 49,252 46,176
EQUITY Retained earnings 10 49,252 46,176 TOTAL EQUITY 49,252 46,176
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. These statements should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 3
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
Issued Retained Capital earnings Total $ $$
Balance at 1 July 2018 - 76,988 76,988 Profit/(loss) attributable to equity shareholders (30,812) (30,812) Balance at 30 June 2019 - 46,176 46,176 Profit/(loss) attributable to equity shareholders 3,076 3,076 Balance at 30 June 2020 - 49,252 49,252
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. These statements should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 4
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
2020 2019 $$
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Cash receipts in the course of operations 146,384 126,572 Cash payments in the course of operations (149,979) (161,119) Interest received 737 1,321 Income tax refunded 3,824 10,694 Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 11 966 (22,532)
Net increase (decrease) in cash held 966 (22,532) Cash at beginning of financial year 57,134 79,666 Cash at end of financial year 4 58,100 57,134
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. These statements should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 5 LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
1 Basis of Preparation
Local Government Professionals Association (Tasmanian Division) is an incorporated association in Tasmania. The association is primarily involved in Local Government Services.
In the opinion of the directors, the association is not publicly accountable nor a reporting entity. The special purpose financial statements have been prepared for distribution to the members.
The association is a not-for-profit entity for financial reporting purposes under Australian Accounting Standards.
(a) Statement of Compliance Unless otherwise noted, the special purpose financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the recognition, measurement and classification aspects of all applicable Australian Accounting Standards (AASBs) adopted by the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB).
The financial report does not include the disclosure requirements of all AASBs except for the following minimum requirements:
AASB 101: Presentation of Financial Statements AASB 107: Statement of Cash Flows AASB 108: Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors AASB 1048: Interpretation of Standards AASB 1054: Australian Additional Disclosures
The financial statements do not comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS adopted by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB.
The financial statements were approved by the directors on the same date as the signing of the Directors' Declaration.
(b) Basis of Measurement The financial statements have been prepared on an accruals basis and are based on historical costs unless otherwise stated in the notes.
(c) Functional & Presentation Currency These financial statements are presented in Australian dollars, which is the association's functional currency.
These notes should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 6 LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
(d) Critical Accounting Estimates & Judgements The directors evaluate estimates and judgements incorporated into the financial statements based on historical knowledge and best available current information. Estimates assume a reasonable expectation of future events and are based on current trends and economic data, obtained both externally and within the association.
2 Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Income Tax Income tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. It is recognised in profit or loss except to the extent that it relate to items recognised directly in equity or in other comprehensive income ("OCI").
(i) Current tax Current tax comprises the expected tax payable or receivable on the taxable income or loss for the year and any adjustment to tax payable or receivable in respect of previous years. It is measured using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date. Current tax also includes any tax liability arising from dividends.
(ii) Deferred tax Deferred tax is recognised in respect of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for taxation purposes.
Deferred tax is not recognised for temporary differences on the initial recognition of assets or liabilities in a transaction that is not a business combination and at the time of the transaction, affects neither accounting profit nor taxable profit (tax loss).
Deferred tax is measured at the tax rates that are expected to be applied to temporary differences when they reverse, using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date. The measurement of deferred tax reflects the tax consequences that would follow the manner in which the Association expects, at the reporting date, to recover or settle the carrying amount of its assets and liabilities.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset only if certain criteria are met. A deferred tax asset is recognised for unused tax losses, tax credits and deductible temporary differences, to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which they can be utilised. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related benefit will be realised.
These notes should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 7 LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
(iii) Tax exposures In determining the amount of current and deferred tax the Association takes into account the impact of uncertain tax positions and whether additional taxes and interest may be due. This assessment relies on estimates and assumptions and may involve a series of judgements about future events. New information may become available that causes the Association to change its judgement regarding the adequacy of existing tax liabilities; such changes to tax liabilities will impact tax expense in the period that such a determination is made.
Deferred tax consequences relating to a non-monetary asset carried at fair value are determined using the assumption that the carrying amount of the asset will be recovered through sale.
Property, Plant and Equipment Each class of property, plant and equipment is carried at cost or fair value less, where applicable, any accumulated depreciation and impairment.
Depreciation Property, plant and equipment excluding freehold land, is depreciated over the assets useful life to the Association, commencing when the asset is ready for use.
Leased assets and leasehold improvements are amortised over the shorter of either the unexpired period of the lease or their estimated useful life.
Employee Benefits
Provision is made for the association's liability for employee benefits arising from services rendered by employees to the end of the reporting period. Employee benefits that are expected to be wholly settled within one year have been measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liability is settled.
Employee benefits expected to be settled more than one year after the end of the reporting period have been measured at the present value of the estimated future cash outflows to be made for those benefits. In determining the liability, consideration is given to employee wage increases and the probability that the employee may satisfy vesting requirements.
Defined contribution schemes Obligations for contributions to defined contribution superannuation plans are recognised as an employee benefit expense in profit or loss in the periods in which services are provided by employees.
These notes should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 8 LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
Provisions
Provisions are recognised when the association has a legal or constructive obligation, as a result of past events, for which it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will result and that outflow can be reliably measured.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents comprises cash on hand, demand deposits and short-term investments which are readily convertible to known amounts of cash with original maturities of three months or less and which are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value.
Revenue and Other Income Revenue is measured based on the consideration specified in a contract with a customer. The Association recognises revenue when it transfers control over a good or service to a customer.
Interest revenue Interest revenue is recognised using the effective interest rate method.
Other income Other income is recognised on an accruals basis when the Association is entitled to it.
Borrowing Costs
All borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred. Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of a qualifying asset are capitalised as part of the cost of that asset.
New Accounting Standards The Australian Accounting Standards Board has issued new and amended Accounting Standards and Interpretations that have mandatory application dates for future reporting periods. The association has decided against early adoption of these Standards. None of these are expected to have a significant impact on the financial statements of the association.
These notes should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 9
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
2020 2019 $$
3 Revenue and Other Income
Interest received Investment accounts 511 1,416 Other revenue Sponsorship 16,585 15,058 Seminar registration 45,223 26,249 Other and Miscellaneous 964 1,485 Management Challenge 512 10,028 Emerging Leaders - 12,000 Branch Activity 1,250 - Cash Flow Boost 10,000 - JobKeeper Income 6,000 - Networking 2,600 2,160 83,134 66,980 Membership Income Associate member 2,967 1,322 Corporate subscribers member - 140 Fellows 2,800 2,400 Executive member 14,916 10,563 Professional member 12,157 7,200 Retired member 100 200 Corporate partner member 24,878 41,312 Networking Groups member 600 - 58,418 63,137 Total revenue 142,063 131,533
4 Cash and Cash Equivalents
Petty cash 76 76 Cheque Account 12,499 8,965 Investment Accounts 45,525 48,093 58,100 57,134
These notes should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 10
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
2020 2019 $$
Reconciliation of cash Cash and Cash equivalents reported in the cash flow statement are reconciled to the equivalent items in the balance sheet as follows:
Cash and cash equivalents 58,100 57,134 58,100 57,134
5 Trade and Other Receivables
Current Trade receivables - 3,838 Accured interest - term deposit 3 229 Prepayments & deposits 3,957 3,730 Trade Debtors - Wild Apricot -66 3,960 7,863
6 Tax
Assets
Current Income tax Income tax - 3,824
7 Property, Plant and Equipment
Computer hardware at cost 4,683 7,678 Less accumulated provision for depreciation (4,569) (7,415) 114 263 Total Plant and Equipment 114 263 Total Property, Plant and Equipment 114 263
These notes should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 11 LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
2020 2019 $$
8 Trade and Other Payables
Current Trade creditors 5,913 19,194 Deferred income 1,155 225 7,068 19,419
9 Provisions
Current Provision for annual leave 4,267 891 Provision for long service leave 1,495 2,598 5,762 3,489 Non-Current Provision for Long Service Leave 92 -
10 Retained Earnings
Retained earnings at the beginning of the financial year 46,176 76,988 Net profit (Net loss) attributable to members of the association 3,076 (30,812) Retained earnings at the end of the financial year 49,252 46,176
11 Cash Flow Information
Reconciliation of net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Profit (Loss) after income tax 3,076 (30,812)
Cash flows excluded from profit (loss) attributable to operating activities
Non-cash flows in profit Depreciation 132 263
These notes should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 12
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
2020 2019 $$
Changes in assets and liabilities (Increase) Decrease in current income tax asset 3,824 10,693 (Increase) Decrease in trade and other receivables 3,921 9,850 Increase (Decrease) in employee benefits 2,365 (995) Increase (Decrease) in trade creditors (12,351) (11,531) 967 (22,532)
12 Events After the Reporting Period The spread of novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) was declared a public health emergency by the World Health Organisation on 31 January 2020 and upgraded to a global pandemic on 11 March 2020. The value of the Entity may be significantly affected pursuant to events subsequent to the balance sheet date with the outbreak of the pandemic. The full economic impact of COVID-19 cannot be determined as at the date of this report and the effects it may have on the Entity.
There were no other events subsequent to the reporting date up until the date of issue of this report.
These notes should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 13
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
DETAILED OPERATING STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
2020 2019 $$
INCOME Interest received Investment accounts 511 1,416 Other revenue Sponsorship 16,585 15,058 Seminar registration 45,223 26,249 Other and Miscellaneous 964 1,485 Management Challenge 512 10,028 Emerging Leaders - 12,000 Branch Activity 1,250 - Cash Flow Boost 10,000 - JobKeeper Income 6,000 - Networking 2,600 2,160 83,134 66,980 Membership Income Associate member 2,967 1,322 Corporate subscribers member - 140 Fellows 2,800 2,400 Executive member 14,916 10,563 Professional member 12,157 7,200 Retired member 100 200 Corporate partner member 24,878 41,312 Networking Groups member 600 - 58,418 63,137 142,063 131,533
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. These statements should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 15
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (TASMANIAN DIVISION)
DETAILED OPERATING STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2020
2020 2019 $$
EXPENSES AGM/Annual reports 252 187 Bank charges 731 689 Branch expenses North West branch 509 - Northern branch 304 - Southern branch 351 - Capitation levy 7,920 7,731 Communication 518 - Conferences and seminars 35,806 44,524 Consultants Fees - 5,545 Depreciation - Computer hardware 132 263 Emerging Leaders - 7,557 Employee entitlements Annual leave 3,377 (998) Long service leave (1,011) 3 Other expenditure 4,034 6,342 Insurance 1,176 1,259 Loss on sale of non-current assets 18 - Management challenge expense - 4,775 Meeting room hire & office rental 626 4,275 Postage & photocopying 205 191 Printing and stationery 397 640 Professional accounting fees 6,728 5,430 Salaries and wages 64,294 61,489 Subscriptions & Office Expenses 2,257 - Superannuation expense 5,729 5,297 Travelling expenses 600 1,925 Website maintenance 4,034 5,221 138,987 162,345 Profit (Loss) before income tax 3,076 (30,812)
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. These statements should be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report. Page 16 Our Corporate Partners
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