LGAPA Membership Overview – Effective 1 January 2026

New Membership Structure

From 1 January 2026, LGAPA will introduce a tiered membership model based on council size. Each council will pay a single annual fee that covers all Authorised Officers and Regulatory Staff, including administrative or support staff involved in compliance and enforcement roles.

Individual membership will still be available for those not covered under a council-wide membership or who wish to maintain a personal membership. Individual members will continue to receive full benefits under the new structure.

This new approach is designed to:

• Increase inclusivity and access across all Local Government areas
• Simplify membership administration and renewals
• Align membership with LGAPA’s annual training calendar - Check out the latest offerings Training and Events
• Provide greater value and representation for enforcement and regulatory teams

Council Classifications & Fees

Council membership includes all Authorised Officers and Regulatory Staff, including administrative/support staff involved in compliance functions.

Council Classifications

Membership Cycle Changes

• Transition Period: July – December 2025
• Current Memberships Expire: 31 December 2025
• New Memberships/Renewals Open: 1 January 2026

What’s Next?

Further information will be sent to each council’s nominated contact, including:

• Invoicing and payment instructions
• How to activate and manage your council’s membership
• FAQs and LGAPA support contacts

We encourage councils to begin preparing now and contact us with any questions.

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The Local Government Authorised Persons Association (APA) in conjunction with Compliance Aware is running another comprehensive investigation workshop known as PRIME: Principles of Investigation & Management of Evidence Workshop The workshop is presented by a team of nationally qualified investigators and trainers that share almost 200 years of collective investigation experience within SAPOL.

The two-day  hands-on workshop will lead attendees through a series of sessions aimed at providing a set of principles that will support the investigation process. The workshop has a practical focus which will require each participant to demonstrate statement taking and interviewing techniques, evidence gathering and culminating in an active court trials where participants will deliver evidence.

A 12 month investigation support line will be provided to all participants should they require any investigation tips and strategies to assist them within their duties.

An evaluation of the program has already been conducted and its content and overall structure has shown it to be practical and appropriate for APA members.

Topics Include:
Role of the investigator, The PEACE Investigation Model, The principles of statement taking, Statement taking demonstrations, Statement taking workshop,
Chain of evidence, Use of notes, Note taking, The investigation MATRIX,
Principles of interviewing, Interviewing workshop, Presenting evidence theory and Presenting evidence workshop

Who should attend?

✔️ Community Safety Officers

✔️ General Inspectors

✔️ Animal Management Officers

✔️ Environmental Health Officers

✔️ Planning Officers and

✔️ Building Compliance Officers

Cost:
Members: $950
Non-Members: $1200
(Become a member for just $40 to unlock savings & future discounts!) 

Limited spots available – Register now & secure your spot! 

For more info, email us at contact.lgapasa@gmail.com

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Awards Dinner – Thursday 21st August, from 6:00pm

Can’t make it to the Conference?

You’re still invited to join us for the highlight of the week — the Awards Dinner!

This year held at the stunning National Wine Centre in Adelaide, this evening will be a celebration of excellence, connection, and community. Come along to network, enjoy great food and wine, and celebrate the outstanding contributions of individuals and organisations across our industry.

Don’t forget to nominate!

Help us shine a light on those making a real difference — nominations for the awards are now open.

 Annual Professional Development Conference

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