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Understanding contract risk

With local governments stepping up capital works programs it's more important than ever to have a basic understanding of contracts.

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How to avoid a real pain-in-the-neck at libraries and aquatic centres

When picking out furniture the user and workplace tasks should be at the forefront of the mind.

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Top five tips for avoiding ransomware attacks

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month which means it's time to review our IT practices.

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Are your sharps containers ship shape?

Needle stick injuries can mean bad news for local governments - which means it's imperative to look after your sharps containers.

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Cyber risk tops World Economic Forum executive survey

Australian executives have identified that cyber attacks are the biggest risk when it comes to doing business in Australia.

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Is your local government fraud aware?

It's been recomended that local governments take part in fraud awareness training periodically - which is why LGIS is pleased to offer new courses.

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Reopening public swimming pools in time for summer

As the weather warms up it's time to focus on pool safety.

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Update reveals the biggest cyber scam impacting local government

Do you know what a business email compromise is? It was the biggest cyber scam to impact local governments this year.

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LGIS members avoid 31 per cent price hike

Scheme members have been sheltered from the volatility in local and global insurance markets.

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Hazard Assessments for local government

Recent COVID-19 outbreaks are a timely reminder to have risk assessments in place.

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LGIS celebrates 25 years

Led by WALGA, the LGIS mutual was created in 1995 to make sure that local governments in WA would have sustainable protection for their organisation.

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LGIS insulates local governments from commercial insurance price increases

Global events put massive strain on the traditional insurance market - here's how LGIS has innovated to protect members from these impacts.

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Members get more protection with new Scheme covers

The 2020/21 fund year will usher in a new era for the WA local government self-insurance Scheme with the introduction of five new areas of cover.

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Asset management and COVID-19

With local government facilities gradually re-opening as part of Phase 2 and 3 restrictions, it's important to ensure that assets are ready.

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Adapting to COVID-19 and returning to work

The big question is 'What may have to change within your local government to mitigate the risk of COVID 19?'

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COVID-19 Safety Plans, LGIS templates available

LGIS has developed suggested wording to assist members in completing their own COVID-19 Safety Plans to reopen community facilities

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COVID-19 Pandemic Risk Hub

COVID-19 is affecting the entire world, and at LGIS we want to give our members access to as much information as possible about the pandemic and how o

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Multi million support package to protect members

LGIS is providing a multi-million dollar support package to assist members.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Latest information for WA local government on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

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Copper pipes and cables thefts – what you need to know

Recent LGIS claims show an increase in the theft of copper pipes and cables.

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Is glyphosate safe to use?

There have been a number of media stories over the past few weeks regarding the use of pesticides, particularly glyphosate

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Our service commitment to you – new Member Service Charter

The new LGIS Member Service Charter is now available

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