30 November- 2 December 2016

WelcomeIt is my distinct pleasure to invite you to attend the 2016 LGCOG Conference

in Geraldton from 30 November to 2 December.

The theme of this conference is “Changing the Norm”. I chose this theme

because I firmly believe that if we are to be successful as CEO’s and deliver

outstanding results for our communities we need to be continually challenging

the way we work and constantly challenging the “norm”.

The City of Greater Geraldton LGCOG conference has a number of international

experts who will be presenting on topics that I believe will challenge how we

work, how we think, and how we develop as professionals. The conference will

also explore some of the transformational results that have been achieved by

my team at the City of Greater Geraldton.

In putting together this programme, I wanted the conference to deliver real

opportunities for our professional and personal growth. I am hoping that

you will see the very real value of our conference programme and make the

investment and commitment to attend.

P.S. Of course it is not all work and there are some great opportunities for

networking and letting your hair down

Ken Diehm CEO, City of Greater Geraldton

Ken has more than 30 years experience in local government and has been the CEO of the City of Greater Geraldton since April 2013.During his time as CEO Ken has been successful in transforming the cultural environment of the City of Greater Geraldton to worlds best practice, reducing annual operating expenditure by $10M and reducing the staff establishment by 20%.Ken’s personal and career goal is to make a positive difference in the community where he lives, works, and plays and in the lives of the people he works with. Ken is passionate about working in local government and the opportunity it provides him to achieve these goals.1

Key Note Speakers

Brad Rilatt brings more than twenty years of experience in organisational design, leadership development, corporate change, professional facilitation and implementing high-performance human systems to the table. Specializing in training, coaching and facilitating the growth and development of high-potential leaders, Brad helps individuals, teams and organizations increase effectiveness, achieve valued bottom-line results, and become measurably more viable and successful.

Brad Rilatt

Jason McFarlane is the co-founder of Far Lane, a service driven consultancy with the mission to facilitate the relationships, systems and resources required by enterprises to create and sustain positive change. His diverse experience includes consulting, economic development, business development, operations management and team facilitation throughout Australia and Hong Kong. Jason has as Masters of Business Administration (California State University East Bay) and a Bachelor of Science (UWA) and a Certificate in Strategic Foresight (University of Houston).

Jason McFarlane

Alison Dalziel is a Director of Localise. She is an economist with an extensive background in economic and regional development. Alison has extensive experience in developing local and regional economic development strategies, has led the introduction of New Zealand’s Regional Partnerships Programme, has established a labour market development programme across New Zealand’s regions and key industry sectors, and is currently the Lead Consultant on the Greater Geraldton Growth Plan.

Alison Dalziel

Peter Marklew has worked in the IT industry for over 27 years and throughout that time has developed a broad set of technical, sales and management skills. He has worked with small business, public listed companies, National IT integration organisations, through to global companies. Peter has particular skills in:• ICT Planning• Business Process Re-Engineering• Procurement and Sourcing Strategy• Enterprise Architecture

Peter Marklew

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Prior to being appointed as Corporate Services Manager to the City of Greater Geraldton in 2013, Jeff successfully ran his own Management Consultancy, specialising in Human Resources & Organisational Change. With over 28 years’ experience in mining, private sector, State, Federal and Local Government, Jeff’s current portfolio at CGG includes Governance, Risk, Legal, OHS, Procurement, Investigations, Customer Service, Community Engagement and Corporate Communications.

Jeff Graham

Dave Clare isn’t just a leader, he is also an author, award winning international coach, facilitator and an enthusiastic and inspirational speaker. He has developed a new job description for leadership that helps others move from a business model to a model business. Dave’s take on leadership for a new generation has proven to create invincible cultures and drive employee engagement! Dedicating more than a decade of his life to inspiring and creating other leaders on purpose, Dave consistently shares his fundamental principles on leadership. Leadership is simple. You lead people. So all you need to do is understand people.

Dave Clare

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$490 INC. GST & BOOKING FEE

Click here to register

CEO’s Delegate ProgrammeWEDNESDAY

30 November

5.30-7.30pm Make your way to the Geraldton Visitor Centre for the

welcome & registration barbecue.

7.00-8.00am

9.00-9.15am

9.15-9.45am

9.45-10.30am

10.30-10.45am

10.45-11.30am

Youth Precinct Challenge - Personal Training Session

Welcome and Introduction to GeraldtonMeet at the Geraldton Multipurpose Centre (GMC)

Driving Organisational Effectiveness

Jeff Graham will describe how the City of Greater Geraldton has transformed its organisational culture to best practice, in an environment of significant budget reductions and a 20% reduction of its staff establishment.

Creating and leading a High-Performance ‘Cultural Operating System’

Brad Rilatt will reveal to you the secrets of creating and leading a high performance cultural operating system to enable your organisation to work to the peak of its capability.

Morning tea

Our Journey in Deliberative Democracy

Ken Diehm will provide an overview of the City of Greater Geraldton’s journey into deliberative democracy which has contributed to more than $10M in sustainable savings.

THURSDAY

1 December

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11.30am-12pm

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12.30-1.00pm

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City of Greater Geraldton Economic Growth Plan

Alison Dalziel will outline the development of the City of Greater Geraldton Economic Growth Plan to transform our City into a world recognised, resilient, regional economy.

SmartLab Geraldton

Jason McFarlane will talk on a range of pilot projects being undertaken by SmartLab Geraldton using cutting edge digital technology.

Lunch & refreshments

Shared ICT Services

Peter Marklew will outline the development of shared I.T. services and the use of the cloud by local governments in the Midwest region to improve service delivery and improve disaster resilience.

Sands & Lands City Bus Tour

Market Creations Sundowner Dinner Cruise A cruise around Geraldton’s Marina on the Eco Abrolhos. If you require pick up from your hotel please tick the box when registering on Eventbrite.

THURSDAY

1 December (CONTINUED)

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7.00-8.00am

9.00-9.15am

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9.45-10.30am

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10.45-11.30am

11.30am-12.30pm

12.30-1.30pm

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Morning Enthusiast - Personal training session

Welcome & Housekeeping

Creating a culture that drives customer service

Dave Clare will show you how to create an organisational culture that drives customer service and tips on how it is done.

Changing mindsets to drive results

Brad Rilatt will explain and demonstrate how changing mindsets can deliver breakthrough results

Morning Tea

Crucial Conversations

How to deal with dissapointments, disagreements and misunderstandings. Brad Rilatt will provide delegates with real skills to effectively manage workplace conflict.

Conference Meeting

Lunch & refreshments

Free time & Optional activitiesSee page 9 for options.

Golf finish off the afternoon with a round of golf.To book please tick the box when registering on Eventbrite. Cost to play is $35 (Limited golf clubs & buggies available).

FRIDAY

2 December

See Page 13 for the Top 10 things to do in Geraldton.

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Partner’s Programme

THURSDAY

1 December7.00-8.00am

9.00-9.30am

9.30-11.00am

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11.20-12.20am

12.20-12.25am

12.30am-1.30pm

1.30-1.40pm

1.45-2.00pm

2.00-4.00pm

6.00-11.00pm

Youth Precinct

Geraldton Multipurpose Centre

Roma Gifts

Foreshore Drive

Flowvitality

Flowvitality

Regional TAFE

Regional TAFE

Geraldton Multipurpose Centre

Geraldton

Eco Abrolhos

Youth Precinct Challenge - Personal Training

Light walk down the Esplanade, Foreshore

Morning Tea - Macrame class and coffee

Board bus from behind Geraldton Club

Lunch - Crayfish masterclass

Board bus to commute to Regional TAFE

Cocktail making class

Board bus commute to GMC

Meet at the GMC, board bus for the tour

Sands & Lands City bus tour

Sundowner Dinner Cruise

WEDNESDAY

30 November

FRIDAY

2 December

7.00-8.00am

8.00am onwards

Geraldton Multipurpose Centre Morning Enthusiast - Personal Training

Free time & Optional activitiesSee page 9 for options.

5.30-7.30pm Make your way to the Geraldton Visitor Centre for the

welcome & registration Barbecue.

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PARTNER’S PROGRAMME TOUR $100To register please select the tour as an additional item on Eventbrite.

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RegistrationRegistration is due by 11 November 2016

Please register for the conference and partner’s programme

through Eventbrite.

Click here to register

If you have any queries, please contact:Jacinta Altham, Executive Support Secretary

jacintaa@cgg.wa.gov.au

08 9956 6606

7.00-8.00am

9.00-9.30am

9.30-11.00am

11.00-11.15am

11.20-12.20am

12.20-12.25am

12.30am-1.30pm

1.30-1.40pm

1.45-2.00pm

2.00-4.00pm

6.00-11.00pm

Youth Precinct

Geraldton Multipurpose Centre

Roma Gifts

Foreshore Drive

Flowvitality

Flowvitality

Regional TAFE

Regional TAFE

Geraldton Multipurpose Centre

Geraldton

Eco Abrolhos

Youth Precinct Challenge - Personal Training

Light walk down the Esplanade, Foreshore

Morning Tea - Macrame class and coffee

Board bus from behind Geraldton Club

Lunch - Crayfish masterclass

Board bus to commute to Regional TAFE

Cocktail making class

Board bus commute to GMC

Meet at the GMC, board bus for the tour

Sands & Lands City bus tour

Sundowner Dinner Cruise

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Optional ActivitiesFRIDAY

2 December

6.00-8.00pmKitewest

4WD Sunset Cruise | $65Explore the natural coastal vegetation and rugged scenery the Western Australia coastline has to offer. Finish off the day sitting on top of sand dunes with a glass in your hand, watching the breathtaking sunset over the Indian Ocean. Drinks and nibbles provided.

Geraldton Air Charters

Open All Day Greenough Hamlet

8.00-9.00amKitewest

9.30-11.00amKitewest

2.00-3.00pmKitewest

Spalding Park Golf Club

Abrolhos Island Tours & Air Charters | $215-$260Experience the magical abrolhos islands from the air & sea. Full day, half day & 1.5 hour packages available.

geraldtonaircharter.com.au/tours | 08 9923 3434

Self Guided Greenough Hamlet Tour | $7Take a day trip out to the charming Greenough Hamlet for an insight into the history and beauty of this rural village.

visitgeraldton.com.au/experiences/geraldton.aspx | 08 9926 1084

Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga class | $50Floating Yoga on the crystal clear waters of Geraldton, no experience needed. This is a must try, this new form of Yoga is fun and an invigorating experience.

Stand Up Paddleboard lesson | $40-$5090 minute lesson with qualified instructor who will teach you paddling techniques and have you up and paddling away in no time.

Kiteboarding Lesson | $70-$240There is no better place to learn kiteboarding than Geraldton, also known as the windy city. An experienced instructor will guide you through kite-boarding basics and get you to experience the thrill of the wind. 3 hour packages also available.

kitewest.com.au | 0449 021 784 | info@kitewest.com.au

Simulated Golf | $35Try your hand at a game of simulated golf; play on some of the world’s most famous courses such as St Andrews, Pebble Beach & TPC Sawgrass.

spgc.com.au | 08 9923 1363 | Green St, Spalding, Geraldton

SATURDAY

3 December

Please book at your own leisure.

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Broadwater Mariner ResortMantra GeraldtonOcean Centre Hotel

ACCOMODATION

DINING OUTSkeetasSalt DishPort ViewPiper LaneThe ProvincialThe Quiet Life

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS/DESTINATIONSThe Donor Awareness FountainNorthgate Shopping CentreBill Sewell Complex Historical

WA Museum GeraldtonPlatform Markets Weekend Only

HMAS Sydney II MemorialGeraldton Regional Library

Yamaji Art “Emu Eggs”Zephyr IIWeibbe Hayes Statue

Youth Precinct

Esplande Viewing PlatformGeraldton Regional Art GalleryStirlings Shopping CentreCGG Administration CentreSt. Francis Xavier Catherdral Farmers Markets Saturday Only

Cathedral of the Holy CrossGeraldton Regional Hospital

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Off-Street Parking Ticket Parking: charges apply

Traffic Signals

Free WiFi Hotspots

RV Dump Point

Mobility Beach Access RampPublic Phone

CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT (CBD) MAP

Madalias Beach

Batavia Coast Marina

Champion Beach

Town Beach

Seal Rocks

Tug BoatHarbour

Champion Bay

EMERGENCY

Geraldton SeniorCollege

HollandStreetSchool

GeraldtonResidential

College

ClontarfFootball

Academy

St Francis XavierPrimary School

GeraldtonPrimarySchool

NagleCatholicCollege

CroquetCourts

InterpretativeCentre

QPT

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Water Park &Childrens

Playground

SkatePark

QueensSupa IGA

Old GeraldtonRaillway Station

Old GoalCraft Centre

StowGardens

MarinaPark

ApexMemorial Park

EdithCowanSquare

QueensPark

LesterSquare

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Maitland Park

TheResidency

GeraldtonBowling Club

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AccomodationGeraldton offers a wide range of quality oceanfront accomodation. Here are some of our favourites.

Sylish self-contained boutique accomodation located in the beautiful Geraldton Mariner. Enjoy walks on the jetty and heated indoor/outdoor pool and spa.

08 9956 1300 | geraldton.res@mantra.com.au221 Foreshore Dve Geraldton WA 6530www.mantra.com.au

The Mantra Hotel

An iconic beachfront hotel conveniently located in the heart of the City and Marine Terrace. Just steps away from the Foreshore restaurants, shopping and entertainment.

08 9921 7777 | reservations@oceancentrehotel.com.auCnr Foreshore Dve & Cathedral Ave Geraldton WA 6530www.oceancentrehotel.com.au

Ocean Centre Hotel

Kick your shoes off at Geraldton’s premier resort. Studio and apartment style accomodation, luxurious pool & outdoor spa only a stones throw from the beach.

08 9965 9100 | geraldton@broadwaters.com.au 298 Chapman Rd Geraldton WA, 6530www.broadwaters.com.au

Broadwater Mariner Resort

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Dining OutEnjoy breakfast, lunch & dinner at one of our unique cafes or restaurants.

Amazing food and great coffee in a charming vintage setting.

MON-THURS: 7AM-4PMFRI: 7AM-4PM/6-11PMSAT: 6-11PM35 Marine Terrace, Geraldton WA 6530 08 9964 6030

Salt DishA charming, European inspired specialty coffee spot with delicious brunch.

THURS-TUES 7AM-4PM287 Marine Terrace, Geraldton WA 65300475 887 062

The Quiet Life

Wine, cocktails, live acoustics and woodfired pizza in a stylish setting.

TUES-SAT: 4.30PM-12AM167 Marine Terrace, Geraldton WA 653008 9964 1887

The Provincial

Coffee & cake, seafood or steak with a panoramic view of Geraldton.

EVERY DAY: 7AM-LATE103 Marine Tce, Geraldton WA 653008 9965 4011

Port ViewGrills, seafood, tapas & breakfast served in a casual waterfront location.

EVERY DAY: 7AM-11PM219 Foreshore Dr,Geraldton WA 653008 9964 1619

Skeetas

A funky friendly little cafe which opens up into Roma Gifts.

WED-SUN: 7.30AM-3PM166 Marine Terrace, Geraldton WA 65300476 167 413

Piper Lane

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Fly to the magical Abrolhos Islands for the day

Be charmed by a Greenough historical village tour

Enjoy the newly restored Geraldton Foreshore & Esplanade

Put your walking shoes on and discover one of our magical walk trails

Spend the day at one of Geraldton’s glorious beaches

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Take a quadbike tour around Geraldton for a guarenteed adventure

Explore specialty shops and discover our unique Abrolhos pearls

Hire a car and explore Kalbarri, two hours North of Geraldton

Visit Ellendale Pool, a natural pool surrounded by giant gums & a rocky cliff

Take a sail on the beautiful Batavia Longboat replica

Contact the Geraldton Visitor Centre for more details:

1800 VISITGERO

visitgeraldton.com.au

info@visitgeraldton.com.au

246 Marine Terrace, Geraldton WA 6530

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