2009 Local Government Communication Forum

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OVERVIEW

This year's Local Government Communication Forum takes place against a backdrop of economic and political uncertainty. The sector, already under pressure to 'do more with less' will come under increased pressure over the coming months. This forum will provide communication practitioners a platform to develop their ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with their communities and within their local authorities. 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• All local authority communication and public affairs managers and advisors
• Council / Community Promotions managers and officers
• Local authority marketing managers and officers
• Other council officers who have some somunication responsibility

BEST OF THE BEST AWARDS

The SOLGM Local Government Communication Forum Best of the Best Awards recognises and celebrates excellence in communication practice. Recognising and sharing examples of communication excellence within the sector, helps us improve the quality of council communication both internally, to our staff and stakeholders, and externally, to our communities.

This year's Award categories are - Best Media Release; Best Council Newsletter; and Best Communication or Community Consultation/Engagement Plan for the Draft LTCCP.

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ACCOMMODATION

For this year's Local Government Communication Forum we have secured the special accommodation rate of $185 (incl GST) per night at the forum venue the Duxton Hotel. Simply complete the accommodation booking form below and fax it directly to the Duxton to take advantage of this discounted rate.

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REGISTRATION FEE

SOLGM Members - $750.00 plus GST

Non-SOLGM Members - $800.00 plus GST

FURTHER INFORMATION

If you have any questions or require any additional information please do not hesitate to contact Fiona McDonald, SOLGM Opus Business School on 04 978 1289 or email at fmcdonald@solgm.org.nz

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