Tuesday 16th
An Hour in the Room with Clare Kiesewetter, ED, Office for Water Security

Learn Success from the Successful.

There are courses available to learn to reconcile budgets or write ministerial, but how do you gain access to leadership knowledge and experience held by senior executive staff within the public sector?

As demands increase, it becomes more difficult for senior executive staff to have constructive conversations with the next group of ambitious leaders. Then when it is time for these staff to move on or retire, organisations are seeing a huge amount of organisational knowledge disappears.

The Hour in the Room series seeks to fill this gap by providing a forum for public sector staff to meet with senior executives and develop this type of knowledge. With a limited number of participants, the forums are confidential, interactive and flexible to focus on the ideas most relevant to those in the room.

Each forum offers the opportunity to have a facilitated conversation with a senior executive who would usually not be available to them in an environment not possible within the workplace.

Clare Kiesewetter, Executive Director,
Office for Water Security
Clare Kiesewetter has spent 15 years working in the South Australian public sector, holding key positions within various departments including Executive Director, Science and information, DEH, Executive Director, Office of the CEO, DEH and her current role as Executive Director, Major Projects and Infrastructure in the Office for Water Security. During this time Clare has successfully juggled her career with family life and raising twin boys.

Benefits to you

• candidly ask the questions you need answered
  
• receive real life examples and advice on how to succeed in the Public Sector
  
• learn from others in the room experiencing similar issues
  
• network across departments and organisations

• retain and bring in organisational leadership knowledge
  
• encourage ambitious staff to extend themselves
  
• provides staff with a broader appreciation of the sector
  
• foster a leadership culture

Tuesday 16th
Copenhagen: What Now? Strategies for protecting SA’s liquid gold.

With increasingly unreliable rainfall and State feuds over water allocations, actions is need from our Governments to ensure the security of this limited resource before it is too late. Our State’s water strategy will be a heavily debated issue in the lead up to the State election in March.

Like never before, the uncertainty of our water supply is having an impact across Federal, State and Local departments, agencies and organisations. How does this complex issue affect you and your organisation? Is your understanding of the technical and policy issues faced comprehensive enough to contribute to the debate?

Join us for breakfast with The Hon. Karlene Maywald MP, Minister for the River Murray and Minister for Water Security as she updates us on how our Government plans to secure our liquid gold for the future.

Benefits for you

• gain up to date knowledge on South Australia’s policy, strategy and action on water security
  
• gain a technical understanding of water solutions; their benefits and limitations
  
• network across departments and organisations

• staff will better understand this major issue and how multiple agencies are required to reach a solution
  
• staff will increase their understanding of the technical issues that need to be incorporated into water policy
  
• opportunities for staff to discuss the issue from their agencies perspectives with counterparts across Government

Tuesday 15th
Update Session: South Australian State Reform Agenda

The Senior Management Council would like to invite you to attend an update session on the South Australian State Reform Agenda.

Five policy priorities and five policy enablers make up the State Reform Agenda:

Policy priorities
1. Skills for all
2. Green Futures SA
3. Vibrant Adelaide
4. Engaging older South Australians
5. Early Childhood Development

Policy enablers
A. Creating a high performing public sector
B. Smarter business regulation
C. Market design
D. Achieving integrated government
E. Stakeholder engagement

Over the last few months, Senior Management Council led inter-departmental working groups have been developing detail policy proposals on each of these priorities. This session is an opportunity to be updated on the progress of this process as well as an opportunity to discuss the next steps of the reform agenda.

Registration from 8am for an 8:20 am start. Coffee and tea available on arrival. Click here for a map.

Wednesday 9th
An Hour in the Room with Gary Storkey, CEO HomeStart Finance

Have you ever wanted to find out what motivates some of our leading public servants, hear the stories that have shaped their careers and delve into the achievements, successes and mistakes that they have made along the way?

IPAA, in partnership with HomeStart Finance, is proud to bring you the ‘An Hour in the Room' series, which aim to inspire and enhance the potential of emerging leaders within the South Australian Public Sector.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from Gary Storkey, Chief Executive Officer of HomeStart Finance. After holding the top job at HomeStart for almost 20 years, Gary will be retiring at the end of the year, bringing to an end his 30 year career with the South Australian Government.

Gary has positioned HomeStart as the most successful government mortgage lender in Australia, and a leading contributor to reform both within the government and the finance industry.

This is your chance to find out about his long and interesting career, hear his opinions on public sector and government reform and whether the political system is keeping pace with modern times - and ask questions about what makes him tick.

These interactive closed door sessions offer an opportunity to learn from successful Public Sector employees in an environment where you can direct the discussions to the matters most affecting you. Come prepared with questions to get the most out of this unique opportunity.

Places are limited to ensure all participants have the opportunity to ask questions and be involved in debate around the table.

Wednesday 2nd
Influencing the National Agenda - Interacting with the Commonwealth
An IPAA SAES Forum event

The Public Sector Performance Commission presents a special event for SA Executive Service members in partnership with IPAA:

An Address by the Premier, the Hon Mike Rann, MP
followed by a panel discussion on:
“Influencing the National Agenda - Interacting with the Commonwealth”

The panel will be chaired by Professor Jennifer Westacott, senior partner of KPMG, Chair of the Public Sector Performance Commission Advisory Board and Dr Paul Grimes, Associate Secretary (Domestic Policy) and speakers will include:

• Mr Chris Eccles, Chief Executive Department of the Premier and Cabinet
  
• Mr Chris Robinson, Chief Executive of the Department of Education and Children’s Services.
  

Wednesday 2nd
On the Couch with Chris Eccles, Chief Executive, DPC
An IPAA On The Couch event

As new face in our public sector, Chris Eccles has certainly made a big impression since his appointment as Chief Executive of the Department of the Premier and Cabinet in February this year.

Making the move from Victoria where he held the positions of Deputy Secretary of the National Reform and Climate Change Group, and Deputy Secretary of the Sector Improvement Group at the Victorian DPC, Chris is now responsible for the whole of government strategic direction of policy development and chairs the Senior Management Council meeting each fortnight. Chris brings extensive experience from the Public and Private sectors and holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws from the Australian National University.

So what is the story behind this man from Victoria? Join us On the Couch with Chris Eccles to hear the ‘behind the scenes’ of the new kid on the block.

IPAA’s On the Couch series aims to explore the lives and ideas of some of South Australia’s most notable public sector leaders, visionaries and social campaigners.

Friday 6th
Don Dunstan Oration with Terry Moran: How the Public Sector needs to change more

Reforming and reinvigorating the Australian Public Service is a priority of this Government, and it is a central priority of mine ……
Terry Moran, Secretary of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, July 2009.

As Premier of South Australia, Don Dunstan set new directions for public administration that had far-reaching national impacts. Shortly before his death in 1998, he entrusted to IPAA, as the key advocate for effective public administration, the honour of carriage of the Don Dunstan Oration on Public Administration, and was in fact its first orator.

At the 2009 Don Dunstan Oration, Secretary of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, Terry Moran will speak on the challenges of public service reform for all government jurisdictions, outlining the need to respond quickly to government demands by working collaboratively across department and focusing on the outcomes and not the processes.

Mr Moran was appointed to the position of Secretary, Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet in February 2008. Prior to this Terry held a string of senior positions across State and Federal Government including
• Secretary of the Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet
• Director-General of Education Queensland
• Chief Executive Officer of the Australian National Training Authority
• Chief Executive of the Office of the State Training Board (Vic)

Through his career he has made outstanding contributions to public sector leadership in key policy areas and program implementation, including his contribution to the field of technical and further education at both state and national levels.

In 2006 Mr Moran’s contributions where recognised when he was made an Officer of the Order of Australia.

The 2009 Don Dunstan Oration is a rare opportunity to hear the most senior Public Servant in Australia comment on the nature of the contemporary Public Service, how it is changing, and how it needs to change more.

Wednesday 21st
SA Infrastructure Review

Join Australian and International Infrastructure leaders as they provide an in-depth overview and analysis of South Australia's infrastructure agenda, within the context of the Government's recently released 30 Year Planning Blueprint.

As South Australia embarks on one of its most ambitious infrastructure programs in the State's history, CEDA invites members and guests to the key infrastructure event in SA for 2009.

The State Government will invest over $2 billion within the next decade in transport infrastructure alone (not to mention key social infrastructure projects such as the new Royal Adelaide Hospital and the Desalination Plant) to make Adelaide one of Australia's most liveable and sustainable cities.

Within this backdrop, and with the creation of Infrastructure Australia and overlayed with the lingering impacts to investment markets of the Global Financial Crisis, the key issues of project coordination and delivery, securing project financing and the national infrastructure agenda become even more critical.

Once again, CEDA will lead debate and analysis from key infrastructure stakeholders on the issues, challenges and opportunities facing South Australia as we embark on this massive infrastructure investment agenda.

CEDA's 2009 Infrastructure event is a unique opportunity to gain first hand understanding of the current status of South Australia's infrastructure agenda and how it will roll out over the next decade and beyond.

Program

The CEDA 2009 Infrastructure Review will focus on three main themes:

Urban Infrastructure - meeting the infrastructure challenges of the 30 Year Planning Blueprint:
- Public Transport, Roads, TOD's and Water

National Project Pipeline & Financing:
-PPP overview, analysis and financing post GFC

National Infrastructure Strategic Agenda - implications for South Australia.

This event is run in partnership with CEDA Partners IPAA

Thursday 1st
An Hour in the Room with Greg Mackie OAM

Have you ever wanted to find out the motivations behind some of our leading public servants, hear the stories that have shaped their careers and delve into the achievements, successes and mistakes that they have made along the way?

IPAA, in partnership with HomeStart Finance is proud to bring you the ‘An Hour in the Room' series, which aim to inspire and enhance the potential of emerging leaders within the South Australian Public Sector. These interactive closed door sessions offer an opportunity to learn from successful Public Sector employees in an environment where you can direct the discussions to the matters most affecting you.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear the story behind, and ask questions of Greg Mackie, Deputy Chief Executive, Departmental Affairs within the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.

Greg has led an exciting and diverse career in the arts which includes founding the Adelaide Festival of Ideas, chairing the Advisory Program Committee for Adelaide Writer’s Week, and as Executive Director of Arts SA.

Greg has demonstrated his commitment to bettering our community through his involvement in a long list of arts and community boards and as an Elected Member of the Adelaide City Council for 3 years. Greg has received a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his contribution to the arts, and awarded the Australia Business Arts Foundation's Dame Elizabeth Murdoch Cultural Leadership Award.

Places are limited to ensure all participants the opportunity to ask questions and be involved in debate around the table. This is an interactive session, come prepared with questions to get the most out of this unique opportunity.

Wednesday 23rd
Special Offer: On The Couch with Mal Hyde AND Chris Eccles
An IPAA On The Couch event

Register for the next two On The Couch events at the same time and save 10%!
**Hurray offer ends 5pm Tuesday 22 September. First 20 registrations only.**

Mal Hyde, Commissioner of Police
5pm Wednesday 23 September

Chris Eccles, Chief Executive, Department of the Premier and Cabinet
5pm Wednesday 2 December



The On the Couch series explores the lives and ideas of some of South Australia’s most notable public sector leaders, visionaries and social campaigners.

Wednesday 23rd
On the Couch with Mal Hyde, Commissioner of Police
An IPAA On The Couch event

Commissioner of Police, Mal Hyde joins IPAA as our next guest On The Couch to discuss what is really important to him personally and professionally and why he feels so compelled to reform and improve the criminal law for all South Australians. This is a rare opportunity to discuss candidly the life, passion and struggles of a man whose influence shapes criminal law and impacts our everyday lives more broadly then we think.

Mal leads a department of over 5,000 employees to maintain order as criminal activities evolve, change shape and become increasingly sophisticated. Throw into the mix community expectation of continued law reform and debate over the role of the criminal legal system in rehabilitation, and we are sure to hear some lively discussion.

Mal took on the role of Commissioner of Police in early 1997 and has held his ground firmly on strong and decisive action on issues such as car hoons, bikie gangs, violent robberies and illicit drugs. The result has been a broad reduction in victim reported crimes and higher then national average confidence in the SA Police.

Thursday 10th
Government’s Social Responsibility with Tim Costello and Jeff Tate

“The Government’s Social Inclusion Initiative is the cornerstone of a different way of tackling pressing social issues. It recognises that issues such as poor health, homelessness, crime rates and poverty are all interconnected and their causes stem from social exclusion.” The Hon. Mike Rann, Premier of South Australia

IPAA is proud to be hosting a breakfast featuring Tim Costello and Jeff Tate, on the topic of social justice, social inclusion and strengthening communities in the context of the recent global financial crisis.

Tim Costello, CEO World Vision Australia
Tim Costello is one of Australia’s leading voices on social justice issues. He's taken a prominent role in national debates on issues such as gambling, urban poverty, homelessness, reconciliation and substance abuse.

In April 2008 Tim chaired the Strengthening Communities, Supporting Families and Social Inclusion Committee of the Australian Government’s 2020 Summit in Canberra which has helped to shape the federal government’s approach to tackling social issues.

A graduate of law and education, and holding a Masters degree in Theology, Tim is now the Chief Executive of World Vision Australia where he is instrumental in keeping the issues surrounding global poverty on the national agenda. Tim’s passion for alleviating the suffering of poor communities in the developing world has been demonstrated through his activism and leadership in generating more than $100 million in relief funds following the 2004 tsunami, and as a leading figure of the Make Poverty History campaign.

In 2004, Tim was named Victorian of the Year; in June 2005 he was made an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO); and in 2006 he was named Victorian Australian of the Year.

Jeff Tate, CEO City of Onkaparinga
Jeff Tate is the CEO of the City of Onkaparinga, and will provide a local focus to the impact of the GFC on our local communities. Jeff has been a long standing Member of the Council, sits on the State Executive Committee of the Local Government Association and has extensive experience in public sector management with a strong focus on developing local communities in a sustainable manner.

Friday 21st
An Hour in the Room With… Elaine Bensted

Have you ever wanted to find out the motivations behind some of our leading public servants, hear the stories that have shaped their careers and delve into the achievements, successes and mistakes that they have made along the way?

IPAA, in partnership with HomeStart Finance is proud to bring you the ‘An Hour in the Room' series, which aim to inspire and enhance the potential of emerging leaders within the South Australian Public Sector. These interactive closed door sessions offer an opportunity to learn from successful Public Sector employees in an environment where you can direct the discussions to the matters most affecting you.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear the story behind, and ask questions of our first guest Elaine Bensted, Deputy Chief Executive, Employment and Training Services of DFEEST.

In her current role Elaine has responsibility for TAFE SA, Traineeship and Apprenticeship Services, Employment Programs and Corporate Communications. Elaine’s previous roles include Executive Director, Corporate Services for DTED, Director of Corporate Services for the City of Burnside as well as extensive experience in the private finance sector. Elaine holds an MBA and a Masters in Public Policy and management.

Places are limited to ensure all participants the opportunity to ask questions and be involved in debate around the table. This is an interactive session, come prepared with questions to get the most out of this unique opportunity.

Tuesday 18th
The Public Sector Challenge: Service Delivery in a Downturn

Despite narrowly avoiding a technical recession, the National and State economies are still facing an uncertain future. While Department funding levels are not rising, demand on public services stemming from rising unemployment is increasing. This is accompanied by an expectation that it is the State’s responsibility to maintain service levels in a downturn without increasing taxes.

The practical effect of this is the Public Service has to do more, with less. The Hon. Jay Weatherill MP and Chris Eccles will be IPAA’s guests to discuss how the Public Sector can work smarter, not harder; how we can continue to deliver high quality service in a period of downturn and the importance of team culture and staff morale in doing this.

As the Minister Assisting the Premier in Cabinet Business and Public Sector Management, the Minister’s presentation is aimed across all levels of the Public Sector with a continuing interest in supporting the South Australian community through this downturn and into recovery.

DOWNLOADS:
Chris Eccles' speech
Minister Weatherill's speech

Thursday 23rd
On the Couch with Anne Howe, CEO SA Water
An IPAA On The Couch event

South Australia is still in the midst of a horrendous drought. Water and its conservation are critical issues facing the state and in particular SA Water.

After previous roles of Deputy Chief Executive of the Department of Administrative and Information Services, and Chief Executive of Services SA, Anne Howe stepped into the position of Chief Executive of SA Water in 2000, backed by considerable experience in developing partnerships between the public and private sectors.

Anne brings an interesting perspective to a role within a highly scrutinised public utility as one of only a handful of female Chief Executives, previous President of IPAA and grandmother of two.

IPAA welcomes Anne as our next guest On The Couch. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Anne as she candidly discusses her progress through the public sector, from social worker to Chief Executive, and her experiences dealing with Government hierarchies. This is a chance for you to find out what it takes to make it in the public sector while networking across all levels of government.

Friday 12th
Economic Outlook Lunch

The global financial crisis has pushed Australia into an economic downturn whose proportions are still becoming clear. Held for the past 3 years, the Economic Outlook lunch has built a reputation as the premier opportunity to hear expert opinion on the status and forecast of international and local economies.

Following the delivery of the State budget on June 4, in partnership with PricewaterhouseCoopers and with the support of CEDA, IPAA will be hosting a lunch featuring the South Australian Treasurer The Hon. Kevin Foley, who will provide the governments outlook on the state’s economic future.

DOWNLOADS:
Speaker Presentations

Wednesday 6th
On The Couch with His Excellency The Governor of South Australia
An IPAA On The Couch event

As a naval officer in the Royal Australian Navy he rose to the rank of Rear Admiral. As Governor, he is our State’s direct link to the Crown. But what’s inspired, shaped and challenged this eminent South Australian and devoted family man?

Join us as Master of Ceremonies, Stephen Halliday sits down with His Excellency the Governor to explore the philosophies and perspectives on life that saw a young lad from Salisbury become a distinguished military and public leader, avid wine collector and self-confessed golfing fanatic.

This is the first in a series of regular IPAA ‘On The Couch...' events, which aim to explore the lives and ideas of some of South Australia’s most notable public sector leaders, visionaries and social campaigners.

Monday 16th
Employer of Choice Luncheon

The term “Employer of Choice” has typically been associated with recruitment and strategies to retain staff. In an environment of strong competition for skilled labour over the past 5 years this concept has developed to include other critical visions for employer of choice such as company reputation, family friendly work policies, employment awards and conditions and social and community practice.

In the current global financial crisis, many employers are reviewing their workforce requirements, but retention programs will become even more important, skill shortages in critical areas still continue and our workforce continues to grow older. Employers still face the challenges of future demographic changes in labour supply and a current workforce attempting to balance work and other life responsibilities.

This Employer Luncheon will address how employers can respond to the current environment and position themselves for the future with a committed and productive labour force through best practice employment policies.

Join IPAA in partnership with Safework SA Work Life Balance Strategy and with the support of CEDA as we host Federal Sex Discrimination Commissioner and Commissioner Responsible for Age Discrimination Elizabeth Broderick to detail her findings following her "listening tour" of Australia examining good employment practice.

This event is proudly supported by SafeWork SA Work Life Balance Strategy.

Why not attend the ‘Flexible Work Options’ workshop preceding this lunch. A discounted registration fee is offered to delegates attending both the workshop and luncheon.

Monday 16th
Using the F word at work - Flexibility in the Workplace Workshop

Whether caring for ageing parents, returning from parental leave or looking to take time out for study - employees are looking for flexible work options. But how can it work? This workshop will provide practical tips and useful examples on how to implement flexible working arrangements for both the employer and employee.

Following the workshop, we encourage you to book for the ‘Employer of Choice’ luncheon where Federal Sex Discrimination Commissioner, Elizabeth Broderick will be a guest speaker. A discounted registration fee is offered to delegates attending both the workshop and luncheon.

Monday 16th
WORKSHOP + LUNCHEON Using the F word at work Workshop + Luncheon

Whether caring for ageing parents, returning from parental leave or looking to take time out for study - employees are looking for flexible work options. But how can it work? This workshop will provide practical tips and useful examples on how to implement flexible working arrangements for both the employer and employee. Directly after the workshop join us in the Hyatt Ballroom where Federal Sex Discrimination Commissioner, Elizabeth Broderick will share the findings from her 2008 National Listening Tour, and tackle some of the issues that both the employer and employee are faced with when looking at flexible work options and creating a work life balance.

Friday 7th
Women and Negotiation
An IPAA Women's Forum event

Mara Olekans, the highly respected Professor of Management and contributing author of “Handbook of Culture and Negotiation” facilitated this half-day workshop, the first half of this workshop focused on how women and men differ in their overall approach to negotiations, the second half explored a set of strategies.

Thursday 18th
2008 Public Sector Conference;The Ripple Effect

IPAA SA brought you “The Ripple Effect”; a conference aimied to inform, guide and inspire thinking to the future and identify future trends and impacts on the SA public service and beyond. Dr Simon Longstaff delivered the Don Dunstan Oration and official opening of the Conference. The conference addressed questions from a global, federal and state perspective.

DOWNLOADS:
Don Dunstan Oration Presentation

Thursday 7th
The debate about gender equality in Leadership
An IPAA Women's Forum event

A fun night was had be all, expertly adjudicated by Sandy Pitcher, Director, Office for Women. The audience vote was very close however the affirmative team came out on top.The Affirmative team; Grace Portolesi, Clementine Ford,
Mr David Panter, The Negative team; Lisa Fernandez, Chris Kourakis, and Meredith Burgmann,

Tuesday 22nd
WIN :WIN Version 2 , Younger Workforce Solutions

WIN WIN version 2, was a hugely successful workshop closely focused on attracting, retaining and managing younger generations. In the first half of the workshop Erma Ranieri presented strategic solutions to attracting and retaining Generation X, Y and Dot Com to the Public Sector.The second half focused on recent research, with some case studies to consider, presented by Locher HR.

DOWNLOADS:
Locher presentation

Thursday 10th
Experiences working in the Private & Public Sectors
An IPAA Young Professionals event

Chris Gray, Assistant Crown Solicitor and Danielle Gordan ,Senior Media and Communications Advisor, Department of Premier and Cabinet, talked about their experiences in both the private and public sectors.

Friday 20th
Economic Outlook Luncheon

Featuring the Hon. Kevin Foley MP, South Australia’s Deputy Premier and Treasurer, Darryl Gobbett, Director of Prescott Securities, and Mark Coughlin, Partner of PricewaterhouseCoopers, the lunch was
expertly facilitated by one of South Australia’s most respected and experienced political reporters, Mike Smithson.

DOWNLOADS:
PowerPoint Presentation

Friday 6th
WIN : WIN - Creating dynamic workforce solutions

It is critical at this time to consider sustainable workforce strategies and solutions for the public sector. It is essential to maximise choice and lifestyle, but also to get the best from our workforce.
Flexible work options, re-skilling and rewarding workers were among many strategies.

Monday 26th
Increasing Effectiveness and Energy at work and home
An IPAA Women's Forum event

As part of its new ‘Lifting Your Sights Series’ the IPAA Women’s Forum was proud to present a practical, condensed workshop on ‘Increasing Effectiveness and Energy at Work and Home’.
FOR THE FIRST TIME, IPAA HOSTED A CRECHE AT THIS EVENT TO ACCOMODATE WORKING PARENTS, AT NO EXTRA COST.

Tuesday 20th
FAST FORWARD: CAPTURING THE WORKPLACE INNOVATION OF TOMORROW

International innovation and competition expert, Dan Pink, was in Adelaide for a half-day seminar. He focused on how right-brain thinking can better lead to innovation and positive change when harnessed effectively. For the public sector, this means more meaningful and efficient reforms and better services for citizens.

Monday 12th
Workforce Planning Workshop Series for Practitioners

As promised in 2007, IPAA is proud to bring you a practical workshop series to help organisations and individuals in preparing workforce plans.

This is a step-by-step program designed to guide you through the critical steps of investigation, gathering and interpreting data, developing strategies and presenting the business case to senior executives. It is based on the new Standards Australia guide to Workforce Planning and is presented by the standards’ major contributor, Julie Sloan.
Sessions will be short and run under the Chatham House Rule to encourage the free sharing of information and problems. There will be some homework and investigation expected between sessions.

This is a unique opportunity for HR practitioners and Managers to be coached by an expert through the process of workforce planning.

Places are limited … REGISTER NOW!

Wednesday 16th
Reforming Cabinet Office

Cabinet Office in the Department of the Premier and Cabinet was overhauled midway through last year. This event was an excellent opportunity to hear from Tanya Smith (Deputy Chief Executive, DPC) and members of her leadership team about recent changes and their vision for how Cabinet Office can work more effectively with other parts of the system.

DOWNLOADS:
Speakers PowerPoint Presentations

Thursday 10th
The HomeStart Finance Speed Networking Event
An IPAA Young Professionals event

Similar to the concept of speed dating our guest speaker, Nova FM's Lisa Fernandez, imparted tips and tricks to successful networking. Attendees had the chance to practice their skills there and then in our speed networking session. Best of all, they met a range of people who might just turn out to be valuable colleagues or friends in the future

Friday 14th
Politics, Power and Authenticity
An IPAA Women's Forum event

"Lifting Your Sights" is a series of 3 workshops in 2008 bought to you by the IPAA Women's Forum. This fascinating workshop was the first of the series and provided insights to organisational politics, strategies to deal with political risk and issues, and provided a useful forum to discuss how, when and why to influence politics.

Wednesday 13th
Target 2%: Aboriginal Employment in the SA Public Sector

IPAA and the Don Dunstan Foundation were proud to host this special event presenting the findings of a report into the reality and challenges of aboriginal employment in the SA public sector. Associate Professor John Spoehr and Dr Kate Barnett presented the report’s findings. An expert panel of practitioners and aboriginal public sector employees shared their experiences.

Tuesday 12th
High Impact - Women in Leadership

The South Australian Strategic plan outlines an ambitious target for 50% of all executive and board positions to be held by women by the year 2014. This highly interactive forum asked IPAA members for their comment and contribution to this dilemma, and commenced an open discourse around the perceived opportunities and barriers to senior women in the SA Public Sector.

Thursday 31st
Ring in the New Year with YPF
An IPAA Young Professionals event

The IPAA Young Professionals Forum (YPF) held a fun event to celebrate 2008. Young professionals got the chance to meet new people, the team behind YPF events, and see what's in store for the coming year. Best of all, it was free for IPAA Young Professional members, who enjoyed a fountain of chocolate, canapés and drinks.

Thursday 22nd
Innovations in Mental Health Services - Workers Showcase
An IPAA Presented by an external organisation event

Central Northern Adelaide Heallth Service has created a number of new and exciting positions as part of their Mental Health Care Improvement Initiative program. The focus of these new roles is improving the wellbeing and care of people with a mental illness.
You are invited to attend an information session presented by mental health workers covering the principles underpinning the role and function of these new positions.
Bookings limited - register now.

Wednesday 21st
Attracting and retaining staff in the public sector

THE ARGUMENT FOR FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENTS
A Breakfast Event for Public Sector Executives, senior managers, IR and HR staff supported by the Government Reform Commission and Commissioner for Public Employment, and SafeworkSA. The Guest Speaker, Cheryl Davenport is from the Western Australian Department of Health and is the Chair of the State Health Advisory Committee on Work Life Balance.
Cheryl will share her Western Australian experience identifying and implementing practical strategies to tackle many of the major challenges South Australia also faces in public sector employment: an aging workforce, competition for talent and skills, provision of work flexibilities and creation of a positive organisational culture to support new flexible work practices.

Monday 19th
Catherine Helen Spence Oration: COERCIVE RECONCILIATION
An IPAA Presented by an external organisation event

Rex Wild QC presents the topic “COERCIVE RECONCILIATION” for the inaugural Catherine Helen Spence Oration for the wellbeing of children. Rex was co-chair of the Inquiry into the Protection of Aboriginal Children from Sexual Abuse, and co-author of the Little Children are Sacred Report. This presentation will look at events in response to the report, in light of what the Inquiry learnt and the report’s recommendations.

Friday 9th
Managing change and driving innovation - making it part of everyday.

Jude Munro, a well known and popular member of Adelaide's high-flyers before being enticed to Brisbane to take on the role of CEO of Brisbane City Council, will headline this must-see event.
In Brisbane, Jude has forged a reputation as a leader of change, who considers innovation to be core business, where employees have freedom to pursue ideas, where considerable money is spent on reserach and development and the cross-fertilisation of ideas is encouraged.
In this event, we ask Jude to update us on how she has driven substantial change in Brisbane - with her staff, with her customers and with the community. She will provide case studies and tips for how you might drive innovation and create more positive cultures in your own workplaces.
REGISTER NOW, LIMITED SEATING!

Thursday 25th
ONWARDS ... NEW AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS IN WORKFORCE PLANNING

The shift in our population and the resultant impacts on our workforce is not news. However many organisations continue to struggle with how to be strategic and yet practical about what is fast becoming a reality in Australian organisations. This event, held in conjunction with the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI), aims to bring you the latest on workforce planning initiatives – nationally and globally, as well as the latest tips and tools for you to make the differences now which will see you prosper in the future. It will also provide an outline of the first ever guidelines on workforce planning prepared by facilitator Julie Sloan, for Standards Australia. PLACES ARE LIMITED SO REGISTER NOW!

Thursday 18th
Wine, Women and Swing
An IPAA Women's Forum event

* Have you always wanted to learn the fundamentals of golf?
* Have you ever considered golf as a way to exercise your body, mind and spirit?
* Are you interested in an evening of networking with a difference?

Be sure not to miss this opportunity to enjoy an intimate evening with your colleagues and embrace the golfing culture.

If you have not yet experienced the Tap Inn now is your chance! The IPAA Women’s Forum presents Wine, Women and Swing. Enjoy a two course tapas meal with beverages on arrival. During dinner, Helen Sanderson from the Executive Women’s Golf Network will provide an introduction to the game of golf, basic orientation, terminology, the aim of the game and describe the many opportunities golf offers for public sector women.

Following dinner, there will be the opportunity to head downstairs to the fully automated indoor driving range to hit a few golf balls. Helen will be available to assist with your swing, grip and posture. What better way to introduce yourself to a sport that is versatile, flexible, enduring and rewarding!

Be part of a physical activity that will stimulate your mind, test your patience, concentration and determination.

No golfing experience necessary, but experienced golfers are encouraged to come along to not only share in the fun but also to share their expertise.

Thursday 2nd
NICE GIRLS DON'T GET THE CORNER OFFICE... The Great Debate
An IPAA Women's Forum event

Based on Louis P. Frankel's book of the same name, this debate was fun-filled & deliciously controversial, featuring a diverse line up of speakers...
Affirmative:
Lisa Fernandez, Nova FM, Sue Vardon, CE, Dept for Families and Communities, Rex Jory, The Advertiser
Negative:
Kate Ellis, MP, Member for Adelaide, Christine Locher, CEO, Locher Human Resources, Jim Birch, former CE, Dept Health

Thursday 19th
PARTNER OR PERISH ... REFLECTIONS ON LOCAL/STATE RELATIONS

The relationships between local & state governments are becoming increasingly intermeshed and complex, and the need for both jurisdictions to work together is increasingly crucial as our population and resources shift.
In partnership with LGMA, this event showcased working partnerships & featured the State Govt's leader in the area, John Hanlon, & CE's from metropolitan and regional councils.

Thursday 28th
KEEPING ALL THE BALLS IN THE AIR... THE SKILLS AND ART OF STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

Do you know who all your stakeholders are in detail?
Who will they be in the future?
Do you know what their “stake” is – their different interests and expectations?
Are they powerful and influential in your decision making?
Do you need to engage them? To what extent?

Viewing stakeholders as critical players in planning, developing, improving, and changing our services and products is a vital skill set for staff and managers in achieving their business aims. Sometimes it’s an art form!

IPAA is proud to bring you an event showcasing two local speakers who will share their experience, tools and ideas through the presentation of various stakeholder management case studies based on their involvement in large projects currently underway in South Australia.

Following breakfast, you will have the opportunity to participate in a ‘hands on’ workshop where you will learn a range of tools and methods to engage your stakeholders, collaborate effectively, develop problem solving techniques and develop a plan which is flexible. This practical workshop will assist you in answering ‘yes’ to all the questions above.

Thursday 21st
ECONOMIC OUTLOOK LUNCHEON

IPAA together with CPA Australia, would like to welcome you and your colleagues to attend this special event to hear from Treasurer Kevin Foley on the latest on our state's economic present and future. You will also have the opportunity to listen to well known and respected forecaster, Professor Richard Blandy who will provide his insights into the state's growth for the coming months.


DOWNLOADS:
Richard Blandy Presentation
Kevin Foley Presentation

Friday 18th
Public Sector Service Delivery: A Commitment to Customer Satisfaction

This highly successful conference was about the South Australian Government's commitment to putting people at the heart of public sector service delivery. A high calibre list of international, national & local speakers entertained and informed a delighted audience.

DOWNLOADS:
Geoff Mulgan - Customer Service Notes
Ben Keneally - Speaker Notes
Ben Page - Speaker Notes
Leena Sudano - Speaker Notes
Mal Hyde - Speaker Notes
Carol Mills - Speaker Notes
Pamela Orr - Speaker Notes
Elaine Bensted - Speaker Notes
Julia Oakley - Speaker Notes
Grantly Mailes - Speaker Notes
Peter Welling - Speaker Notes

Wednesday 2nd
Licence to Challenge - an evening with Geoff Mulgan
An IPAA Young Professionals event

The IPAA Young Professionals Forum hosted an evening with Adelaide's latest Thinker in Residence, Geoff Mulgan, one of the UK's leading policy minds.

Geoff reflected on his journey to date with a particular focus on how young professionals can play their part in shaping and influencing events.

Thursday 19th
Up Close and Personal with Joan Russell
An IPAA Women's Forum event

Don't miss the first in this series for 2007. Focussing on building the leadership capabilities of public sector women, this session features Joan Russell, a woman with an amazingly varied career - from senior leadership positions in the public sector (including as head of HR, SAPOL), to Station Manager, Antartica . Hear her story and unique insights into dealing with career and life challenges.

Thursday 22nd
The Quarter Life Crisis & how to get the life you really want
An IPAA Young Professionals event

"Is there more to life than this?
Should I be successful by now?"

Have you hit the big three-zero and wondered these things yourself? Ellen Jackson, co-author of "Turning 30: How to get the life you really want" is coming to Adelaide to help our Young Professionals to examine their lives, careers and values and to help turn dreams into practical ideas. DON'T MISS THIS SESSION!


DOWNLOADS:
Ellen Jackson - 5 year plan
Ellen Jackson - book list

Thursday 15th
Spotlight on Retention: for managers & HR practitioners
An IPAA Strategic HR Team event


This workshop focuses on retention as one part of the overall workforce planning & HR value proposition efforts.
As with previous successful events, emphasis will be on real case studies & participant discussion. Following this event, all participants will receive a summary of available research on ‘retention’ as well as the outcomes of group discussions.

DOWNLOADS:
Jasmin Presentation
Bronwyn Presentation
Summary of workshop questions

Wednesday 28th
Making a difference -Flexible work practices in the Public Sector

This exciting event deals with one of the more difficult areas of management & retention - flexible work practices. It will explore the importance of providing flexibility - from the perspective of the future of the sector and from individuals' viewpoints. You will learn about available options & current examples from those in the field & have the opportunity to ask questions in a panel forum.


DOWNLOADS:
Fraser Mustard's presentation
Shard Lorenzo presentation
Anne Howe Speech notes
UniSA Responses to audience questions

Monday 26th
IPAA Member Focus Group

IPAA SA held a series of focus groups to discuss the proposed changes to IPAA's governance model, ahead of a Special General Meeting to change IPAA SA's Constitution.


DOWNLOADS:
FAQs for IPAA SA Proposed Council Improvements

Friday 9th
"What's an Aussie Mossie?" Working with Muslim Communities

This event has been developed to assist government and non-government service providers working with Muslim communities. It aims to demystify Islam and provide a history and snapshot of local Muslim communities.

DOWNLOADS:
Irfan Yusuf Speech Notes Feb 2007
Commissioner Linda Matthews Notes Feb 2007
Recommended Resources Feb 2007

Thursday 7th
An Agenda for Change-Reforming the South Australian Public Sector

The Government Reform Commission has submitted its first set of recommendations to the Government. Join us for an important presentation on these recommendations with the Premier, Mike Rann, Minister Assisting in Public Sector Management, Jay Weatherill, and Chair of the Government Reform Commission, Wayne Goss.

DOWNLOADS:
Premier's speech announcing public sector reforms.

Thursday 7th
Living and Working in SA - Reflections from Jeff Tryens

Jeff Tryens, Director of Community Engagement for SA's Strategic Plan, is pulling up stumps at the end of the year to return to his home town of Portland, Oregon. In his time in SA, Jeff has touched many of us. Join us over a Xmas drink and hear Jeff's reflections on our state and the future of the plan. This is a great opportunity to farewell Jeff and to learn about the next phase of SASP.


DOWNLOADS:
Jeff Tryens - IPAA Presentation Dec06

Tuesday 5th
Toxic Behaviour, Toxic Situations - The Role of Line Managers
An IPAA Strategic HR Team event

This half-day seminar/workshop is designed to help Line Managers identify the key issues to be addressed in dealing with toxic behaviour. It will provide a clear outline of how to recognise the signs of difficult behaviours before they become issues, the processes involved in effectively dealing with toxic behaviour, and the requirements & skills for examining people and behaviour more closely.


DOWNLOADS:
Toxic Behaviour Workshop Case Study Notes

Thursday 30th
Public Policy and the Soundbite

The process of distilling a complex policy into information that is readily absorbed for media and the public, is both art and science.

This event will showcase options for achieving the 15 second sound bite. It will make valuable observations on how policy makers can get their message across and will feature an expert media advisor and a journalist.

Friday 24th
Meet the Minister Luncheon - Hon Alexander Downer MP
An IPAA Meet the Minister event

In the second Meet the Minister event for 2006, we are honoured to be joined by the Minister for Foreign Affairs. Mr Downer will share with us the path of his career, including challenges and successes, as well as learnings from his leadership of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Thursday 16th
Speed Networking … Investing in Brand Moi!
An IPAA Young Professionals event

The IPAA Young Professionals are pleased to bring you an entertaining and informative event where you’ll learn fantastic tips on how to break the ice, make an impression, gain important contacts and make friends in your sector. And you’ll get to practice your skills in our speed networking session, with a few refreshments to help you along.
Join us for what’s sure to be a stimulating event!

DOWNLOADS:
Notes from Speed Networking: Investing in Brand Moi

Friday 20th
State of the Economy, SA's Economic Outlook

At the latest bi-annual economic forecast, we heard from two experts Professor Richard Blandy, Uni SA and Mr Greg Connor, CEO Savings and Loans who gave their forecast of the South Australian economy and shared their post-State Budget thoughts.

Tuesday 3rd
IPAA Don Dunstan Oration on Public Administration 2006

We featured The Hon Kim Beazley MP, Leader of the Opposition and Federal Labour leader, who presented his vision for the public sector of the future.

With a special introduction by South Australian Premier, The Hon Mike Rann MP, this was an event not to be missed.

DOWNLOADS:
Speech delivered by Hon Kim Beazley

Friday 29th
Burning the Brown Cardigans ... Government as a career of Choice
An IPAA Young Professionals event

In partnership with the Government Reform Commission, young professionals were asked for feedback on how to make positive change in the public sector.

DOWNLOADS:
Summary Report of Responses from Burning the Brown Cardigans

Friday 1st
Toxic Behaviour, Toxic Situations ... The role of HR
An IPAA Women's Forum event

The need for improving the 'people-skills' of managers is becoming more crucial in effectively managing staff and improving performance. Too often, managers do not recognise, nor deal with, difficult behaviours amongst teams before they become issues, instead relying on the HR function to follow 'process' long after the situation becomes toxic.

DOWNLOADS:
Toxic Behaviour Workshop Case Study

Friday 21st
Community Engagement in the Public Sector

Wednesday 12th
Up Close and Personal, Session 3
An IPAA Women's Forum event

Women working in international development - SA to the world

Thursday 29th
Meet a Thinker
An IPAA Young Professionals event

Conversations with Adelaide Thinker in Residence, Rosanne Haggerty

Wednesday 21st
Up Close and Personal, Session 2
An IPAA Women's Forum event

Women working in health

Thursday 8th
Meet the Minister
An IPAA Women's Forum event