I, acknowledge the Bundjalung, Gumbaingirr and Yaegl peoples, Traditional Custodian of these lands on which this Conference is taking place and pay tribute and respect to the Elders both past and present of the Bundjalung, Gumbaingirr and Yaegl nations which lie within the Council boundary.

The Conference

The 2012 NSW Local Government Aboriginal Network (LGAN) Conference Committee would like to invite you to participate in the 25th annual event. The conference will held in Grafton NSW from Wednesday 15th to Friday 17th August 2012.

The theme of the conference this year will be “Recognising our Time”

The aim of the conference is to provide a forum for enhancing the profile of Aboriginal communities, the skills and culture. This conference will provide an opportunity for all elected officials, local government employees and industry/community representatives to come together and discuss emerging issues that are concerning Aboriginal people in New South Wales. It is a vital event for all industry leaders as well as other public and local members who have interest in developing the Aboriginal lifestyle.

It is the one time each year that Aboriginal issues, interests and achievements are the focal point at a local community level on a statewide basis. This means you will have the direct attention of those who work with local Aboriginal communities across NSW.

The conference is not limited to elected members of staff of councils, and can be attended by any individual who has an interest in developing and enhancing Aboriginal lifestyle, culture and employment opportunities.

The annual conference attracts over 100 delegates from a wide range of areas including:

  • Aboriginal Council Staff
  • Aboriginal Advisor Committee to Council
  • Representatives from the public sector in State and Federal Government
  • Companies and industry consultants from the private sector
  • Representatives from community and volunteer groups
  • Elected representatives, General Managers and senior staff from Local Government throughout NSW

NSW Local Government Aboriginal Network

The NSW Local Government Aboriginal Network (LGAN) was established in 1988 as an information exchange and forum to discuss issues related to aboriginal communities businesses and the wider community. The organisation is comprised of Aboriginal Council Staff that work in local government and Aboriginal people that have been elected as Councillors. This is an important network event for aboriginal communities as it works towards enhancing the profile of aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

2012 NSW Local Government Aboriginal Network Conference Awards

Nominations are now being accepted for the NSW Local Government Aboriginal Network Conference and for further information please download the Nomination Form

2014 Host Council Nomination

Host Council Nominations are now open for the 2014 NSW Local Government Aboriginal Network Conference and for further information and to nominate please download this document