Risk Aware
Podcast Description
An LGMS podcast exploring how councils can assess, reduce and respond to the various challenges they encounter, as well as sharing ideas and initiatives other councils are pursuing and the benefits they find along the way.
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Explores various themes related to local governance, risk management, and community safety, with episodes like Signage and Safety focusing on managing risks in natural areas while assessing successful initiatives from councils such as Sunshine Coast Regional Council's safety improvements.
An LGMS podcast exploring how councils can assess, reduce and respond to the various challenges they encounter, as well as sharing ideas and initiatives other councils are pursuing and the benefits they find along the way.
In this episode of Risk Aware, Paul and David are joined by Peta Irvine, CEO of LGMA Queensland and Stephanie Stewart, Customer Contact Coordinator at Western Downs Regional Council. Together, they explore the critical role of leadership in shaping a strong risk culture.
From managing rising community expectations to navigating psychosocial risk and workplace wellbeing, this conversation unpacks how empathy, adaptability and authenticity in leadership can build more resilient councils.
You'll also hear how LGMA is supporting the next generation of local government leaders and why Western Downs is leading by example.
If you're looking for practical insights into aligning leadership with risk management, this episode delivers.
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