LGW People & Safety Conference 2026

Next date: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 | 11:30 AM to 04:30 PM

A dedicated conference for local government people and safety professionals to learn, collaborate and connect on the critical issues impacting your councils and your workers. 

The event will deliver valuable professional development opportunities, featuring specialist speakers sharing best practice solutions and learnings tailored to local government, practical and interactive sessions and opportunities to network with peers who are passionate about people and safety in local government.

This conference is open to all councils, including non-members of the LGW scheme.

Registration 

Register for the Conference here

Program 

Coming soon.

Accommodation

Rydges Fortitude Valley - 15% discount

Situated in Brisbane’s lively King Street precinct and surrounded with stunning heritage, history comes alive during your stay at Rydges Fortitude Valley. Our 4.5-star, sustainability conscious hotel is on the doorstep of the world-class Royal International Convention Centre and Brisbane Showgrounds with The Tivoli and James Street only a stroll away.

Book at the Rydges Fortitude Valley

Belise Apartments - 15% discount (3 night minimum) 

Belise boasts premium accommodation rooms in Bowen Hills including 1, 2 and 3 bedroom modern, self-contained apartments with generous living spaces and an abundance of natural light. Situated only 600 metres from the Royal International Convention Centre and a short walk to Fortitude Valley. 

Book at Belise Apartments

Oaks Brisbane Mews Suites - 15% 

Oaks Brisbane Mews Suites are stylishly designed one and two bedroom, self-contained apartments with contemporary decor.

Located in one of Brisbane's most exciting inner-city suburbs Bowen Hills, Queensland offers guests the chance to combine a stay in a stylish, serviced apartment with deluxe onsite leisure facilities and a supremely central location, neighbouring the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital.

Book at Oaks Brisbane Mews Suites

Early Bird Pricing (Valid until 30 April 2026)

Early Bird Full Conference Registrations

• LGW Scheme Members: $750 GST Inclusive (Save $100)
• Non LGW Scheme Members: $900 GST Inclusive (Save $100)

Early Bird Day 2 Only Registrations

• LGW Scheme Members: $350 GST Inclusive (Save $100)
• Non LGW Scheme Members: $450 GST Inclusive (Save $100) 

Welcome Event (Optional)

Welcome Event 

• Complimentary (includes canapes and drinks)

Welcome Event Details

• Date: Tuesday 16 June 2026, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
• Location: Exhibition Space - Hall A, Royal International Convention Centre, Brisbane

Networking Dinner (Optional)

Networking Dinner and Drinks Pricing

• $150 GST Inclusive per person (includes meal and drinks)

Networking Dinner Details

• Date: Wednesday 17 June 2026, 6:30pm- 9:00pm
• Location: Stockman's Bar & Grill, Royal International Convention Centre, Brisbane
• Dress code: Smart casual

When

Location

Royal International Convention Centre, 600 Gregory Terrace, Brisbane, 4006, View Map