Risk Aware
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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.

Artificial intelligence is transforming how councils work—but how do you harness its potential while managing the risks?
In this episode of Risk Aware, Mackay Regional Council shares how they're rolling out generative AI tools like Microsoft Copilot with a strong focus on governance, risk, and staff engagement.
Hosts Paul Bright and David Royston-Jennings are joined by Mackay’s Karen Peeris, Stuart Hildred, and Joshua Gibson, along with Nick Rossmann, who outlines the risk resources available to support councils on their AI journey.
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