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Past Events @ IPAA
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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,
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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
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.
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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
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.
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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.
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.
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!
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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.
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Speakers PowerPoint Presentations
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
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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!
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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!
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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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
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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.
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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
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.
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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.
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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!
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Ellen Jackson - 5 year plan
Ellen Jackson - book list
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.
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Jasmin Presentation
Bronwyn Presentation
Summary of workshop questions
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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.
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Fraser Mustard's presentation
Shard Lorenzo presentation
Anne Howe Speech notes
UniSA Responses to audience questions
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.
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FAQs for IPAA SA Proposed Council Improvements
"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.
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Irfan Yusuf Speech Notes Feb 2007
Commissioner Linda Matthews Notes Feb 2007
Recommended Resources Feb 2007
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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.
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Premier's speech announcing public sector reforms.
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.
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Jeff Tryens - IPAA Presentation Dec06
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.
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Toxic Behaviour Workshop Case Study Notes
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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.
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.
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!
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Notes from Speed Networking: Investing in Brand Moi
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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.
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.
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Speech delivered by Hon Kim Beazley
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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.
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Summary Report of Responses from Burning the Brown Cardigans
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.
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Toxic Behaviour Workshop Case Study
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Community Engagement in the Public Sector
Up Close and Personal, Session 3
An IPAA Women's Forum event
Women working in international development - SA to the world
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Meet a Thinker
An IPAA Young Professionals event
Conversations with Adelaide Thinker in Residence, Rosanne Haggerty
Up Close and Personal, Session 2
An IPAA Women's Forum event
Women working in health
Meet the Minister
An IPAA Women's Forum event
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