Port Augusta City Council

05/24/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/24/2023 02:57

Port Augusta City Council finalists at the 22nd Local Government Professionals SA Annual Leadership Excellence Awards

24th May 2023
Port Augusta City Council were finalists at the recent Local Government Annual Leadership Excellence Awards, which was held at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Friday 19th May 2023.
Left to right: Theressa Hines, Mayor Linley Shine, Melissa Kretschmer, Brooke Mundy, Darryl Leak, Carly Archer and CEO John Banks.

Port Augusta City Council were finalists at the recent Local Government Annual Leadership Excellence Awards, which was held at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Friday 19th May 2023.

122 nominations were received from 34 councils or subsidiaries, 36 nominations were shortlisted as finalists across 11 award categories.

Port Augusta City Council was Recognised for 'Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion' for our Reconciliation Action Plan, developed by our Community Development team and 'Excellence in Community Partnerships and Collaboration' for the Outreach Team - City Outreach Project at the awards.

"There have been some outstanding efforts from Port Augusta City Council staff, their proactive approach and development of exceptional initiatives within our programs have played a pivotal role in providing unwavering support for members of our community." CEO John Banks stated.

"Our Council also regularly deliver services of a high calibre and ensure that vulnerable people within our community receive appropriate levels of support and advocate for them where needed." Stated CEO John Banks.

We wish to commend the other finalists we were up against Port Adelaide Enfield, City of Victor Harbour, City of Holdfast Bay and City of Marion.

For further information please contact Council's Media and Communications Officer on (08) 8641 9100

JOHN BANKS
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
24/05/2023