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The LGANT Conference took place 18-19 November at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin bringing together key decision-makers, including Mayors, Presidents, Elected Members, along with council CEOs and Senior Managers, to collaborate, share insights, and inspire the local government sector across the Northern Territory.
The theme for the November 2025 LGANT Conference, “Leading with Strength: Building Resilient Councils, Connecting Communities,” focused on how councils can lead with confidence through change, strengthen their resilience, and deepen their connection with communities. It set the tone for conversations around responsive leadership, collaboration, and driving sustainable outcomes through innovation and strong local engagement.
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ALGA Update
Matt Burnett, President Australian Local Government Association
State of the Region – Economic and Demographic Profiling for NT
Greg Bowden, Client Engagement Manager (QLD/NT) .id (informed decisions) in conjunction with RDANT
NT Councils Discretionary Trust Update (Corporate Partner)
James Sheridan, General Manager WA/NT JLT Public Sector, JLT Risk Solutions Pty Ltd
Council Case Study: Don’t Hate Me, I’m from the South
Jennifer Marston, CEO Victoria Daly Regional Council
Keynote: Conflict Management for Local Government Leaders
Anne-Marie Cade, Conflict Management Specialist
Smart Technology for Resilient Roads: Empowering Pavement Outcomes with Ai (Corporate Partner)
Justin Fischer, General Manager Client and Corporate, SHEPHERD
Council Case Study: Community Engagement
Nicole Battle, Director Community Development Alice Springs Town Council and Dan Barr, Founder and Director Engagement Manager
Council to Council Emergency Management Support Program
Liz Drumm, Disaster Management Lead LGAQ
Northern Territory Emergency Service and Local Government Opportunities and Partnerships
Wayne Snell, Chief Officer of NT Emergency Service
Social Media for Elected Members
Kate Dinning, Public Relations and Communications Specialist
Foreign Interference and Cyber Security
Presenters
ALGWA NT Branch Launch
Cr Kylie Spears, President Australian Local Government Women’s Association
LGANT is currently working with presenters to seek permission to share their presentations. Please check back for updates.
The award-winning DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin offers excellent facilities, stunning ocean views and great location in the city centre. All of the comfortable guest rooms feature modern amenities, including spacious work areas and high-speed internet access.
Unwind with modern Australian cuisine at Aqua Restaurant, relax in the largest outdoor pool in the CBD and enjoy the excellent facilities.
Delegates can access special accommodation rates at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin.
To view and book these exclusive rates, please click here.
