Local governments across WA are installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, either investing or partnering with other organisations such as the RAC to improve amenity for EV owners. In recent years, WA motorists have accelerated their adoption of EV and hybrids which use lithium-ion batteries for power.
Are you and your colleagues interested in discussing, sharing and learning about all aspects of risk management and governance with your local government peers? LGIS’ Local Government Risk Management Advisory Group (RMAG) is the forum for you.
The LGISWA Scheme protects $19.2 billion worth of assets; 15,000 motor vehicles; 19,820 local government workers; and 17,107 volunteer bushfire fighters. In 2022/23 we received 3,720 claims and made payments totalling over $43.8 million. The mutual indemnity scheme is as diverse and varied in our operations as any of our members across Western Australia.
Contracts are an essential part of local government operations and come in varying forms of complexity and type, from the construction of a major asset or supply of stationery, contracts are part of day-to-day operations.
WALGA State Council appoints the LGIS Board to provide strategic direction and governance for your local government mutual indemnity scheme, LGISWA. WALGA recognises the broad skill sets and understanding required to successfully lead the scheme and appoints three independent and four local government directors.
The new injury management pathway went live on 1 July 2023 and has changed the way that LGIS handles new and emerging workers’ compensation claims with early notification support services.
Our new ‘Early Notification’ program launched on 1 July 2023 supports our members and their workforce with access to early treatment and return to work support for employees who may have injuries inside or outside of work.
The eight-week challenge, which concluded on 10 September 2023, saw participation from 59 members and over 800 participants take part in walking, running, cycling, weight training and team sports.
Rolled-out in 2022, phase one of the pilot supported participating members to better understand their exposure to cybercrime and develop targeted plans to address them. It also provided LGIS with a representative sample to better understand the sector’s cyber risk position
Financial sustainability and natural disasters are the top risks for local government leaders. Cost of living, financial sustainability, climate change and cyber risks have appeared in the top 10 concerns for local government CEOs and global leaders.
