ALGWA 2023 National Conference – Cape Schanck, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria

About

Join us for the 2023 National Conference hosted by ALGWA and the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council from 17-20 May 2023 at RACV Cape Schanck Resort in Victoria.

The Conference brings councillors and officers together from across Australia, to advance female participation in Local Government and put a spotlight on issues facing women in the sector.

Delegates draw inspiration from thought-provoking presenters, network with other attendees and benefit from the tremendous peer support offered by ALGWA.

Final Program released

Browse through the program highlights below, or download the full program as a PDF.

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Program

14:00 - 20:00
Conference registration desk open

RACV Cape Schanck Resort
18:00 - 20:00

Welcome function

BROUGHT TO YOU BY VISION SUPER

Cr Debra Mar – Deputy Mayor, Mornington Peninsula Shire
Host Council welcome

Renée Rainbow – Client Partnership Manager, Vision Super
Sponsor address

Cr Kylie Spears – President, ALGWA Vic
ALGWA Vic welcome

Speakers:

Mietta

Renée Rainbow

07:00 -
Breakfast and registration

Open for hotel guests - Samphire Restaurant
Registration open for delegates
08:30 - 10:30

Conference open

Bunurong Land Council
Welcome to Country

Tasneem Chopra OAM – Cross Cultural Consultant and Broadcaster
Conference MC welcome

Mayor Cr Steve Holland – Mayor, Mornington Peninsula Shire
Host Council welcome

The Hon Kristy McBain MP – Member for Eden-Monaro, Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories
Welcome address

Cr Kylie Spears – President, ALGWA Vic
ALGWA Vic welcome

Simon Kuestenmacher – The Demographics Group
Global trends shaping Australia

Catherine Fox AM – Leading workplace and leadership commentator
Gender equality in government

Speakers:

Catherine Fox

Simon Kuestenmacher

Tasneem Chopra

The Hon Kristy McBain MP
10:30 - 11:15
Morning Tea and Tradeshow

Featuring local Mornington Peninsula produce.
11:15 - 12:45

Women in Sport

Michelle Kleinert – ALGWA Vic Executive Officer
2023 Vic Bursary Award

Melanie Jones OAM – TV and Radio Commentator and former Australian Cricketer
Keynote address

Melanie Jones OAM
Katie Rowe – Associate Professor Sport Management, Deakin University, and Board Director, Basketball Victoria
Rosie King OAM – Advisor, Geelong Cats
Breaking barriers in sport

Linda Scott – ALGA President
ALGA and National Congress

Speakers:

Katie Rowe

Melanie Jones

Rosie King
12:45 - 13:30
Lunch and Tradeshow

Featuring local Mornington Peninsula produce.
13:30 - 16:00

Workshops

Maree McPherson – Leadership Coach, Facilitator and Mentor
Mentoring and Leadership

Tasneem Chopra
Why diversity matters

Stacey Daniel – Founder, Board Presence
Athena Ali – Career Coach
Accelerating your career

Speakers:

Athena Ali

Maree McPherson

Stacey Daniel

Tasneem Chopra
16:00 - 16:30
Afternoon Tea

Horizon Ballroom
16:30 - 17:10

Afternoon sessions

Michael Stefanovic AM – Chief Municipal Inspector
Ulrike Friedrich – Senior Investigator
Local Government Inspectorate

Speakers:

Michael Stefanovic

Ulrike Friedrich
18:30 - 21:30

Networking Dinner

BROUGHT TO YOU BY BENDIGO BANK

The Epicurean Red Hill
Join us for an optional offsite dinner event at this iconic local venue. Guests will enjoy an Italian ‘cucina’ style menu in the Epicurean’s Shed Restaurant, a space bringing together rustic and industrial chic amidst cosy open fireplaces. Transport provided.

Robert Musgrove – General Manager Corporate & Public Affairs, Bendigo Bank
Sponsor address

Speakers:

Robert Musgrove

07:00 -
Breakfast

Open for hotel guests - Samphire Restaurant
08:30 - 10:50

Women on Boards

Liana Thompson – President, Local Government Professionals
Thriving in the sector

Liana Thompson
Stacey Daniel – Founder, Board Presence
Margot Foster AM – Founder & Director, The Boardroom School
Women on Boards

The Hon Melissa Horne MP – Member for Williamstown; Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation, Roads and Road Safety, Ports and Freight, and Local Government

Meena Singh – Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People
Our role in protecting vulnerable communities

Speakers:

Liana Thompson

Margot Foster

Meena Singh

Stacey Daniel

The Hon Melissa Horne MP
10:50 - 11:20
Morning Tea

Horizon Ballroom
11:20 - 12:20

Workshops

Maree McPherson – Leadership Coach, Facilitator and Mentor
Mentoring and Leadership

Tasneem Chopra
Why diversity matters

Stacey Daniel – Founder, Board Presence
Athena Ali – Career Coach
Accelerating your career

Speakers:

Athena Ali

Maree McPherson

Stacey Daniel

Tasneem Chopra
12:20 - 13:15
Lunch and ALGWA National AGM

Horizon Ballroom / Great Southern Ballroom
13:30 - 17:00
Offsite activities (optional)

Peninsula Hot Springs
Pt Leo Estate experience
Sorrento township visit
Point Nepean National Park
Transport provided for all activities
18:30 - 22:30

Gala Dinner

Pre-dinner drinks – 6.30pm – 7pm

Marianne Saliba – ALGWA President

John Baker – CEO, Mornington Peninsula Shire

Kath Koschel – Founder, Kindness Factory

Music by
Velvet Bloom
DJ Hannah

Speakers:

Kath Koschel

07:00 -
Breakfast and check out

Breakfast open for hotel guests.
09:00 - 12:00

Event keynote and Local Government highlights

The Hon Julie Bishop – Former Politician, ANU Chancellor
Keynote address

Randal Mathieson – Manager Advocacy, Communications & Engagement, Mornington Peninsula Shire
Dawn Loh – Coordinator Community Engagement, Mornington Peninsula Shire
Mornington Peninsula Citizens' Panel - Australia's first representative standing panel

Annemarie McCabe – Mayor, Baw Baw Shire
2024 state host announcement

Liz Pattison – Mayor, Surf Coast Shire
Rebecca McKenzie – CEO, Glen Eira City Council
Ashleigh Vandenberg – Councillor, City of Melton
How leaders Connect, Inspire and Thrive

Licia Heath - Women for Election Australia

Speakers:

Liz Pattison

Rebecca McKenzie

The Hon Julie Bishop