LGA Conference and AGM

Our 2026 annual LGA Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM) is being held 3 to 4 December 2026.

The event brings together Mayors, CEOs and senior leaders from across South Australia's 68 councils. This event is one of our key decision-making and policy setting forums.

This event also marks the announcement of LGA’s new Boards and Committees for a new term.

Event details

Date: 3 to 4 December 2026
Location: Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide
Cost: First 2 tickets free, additional tickets $290 (including GST)*

*This year, each council is entitled to two complimentary tickets. Additional tickets are $290 (including GST). Registrations are essential for both free and paid tickets.

Event highlights

The 2026 Conference and AGM program is now live.

View the program

Thursday 3 December

Welcome reception and LGA Awards Presentation
Location: Regattas, Adelaide Convention Centre

Friday 4 December

Conference and AGM
Location: Adelaide Convention Centre

Key highlights include:

Keynote guest speaker Gus Balbontin: Gus is an award-winning speaker who will challenge the status quo, inspire action and transform the way you lead.
Future of local government workshop: An interactive workshop challenging members to rethink the rules, structures and ways of working to imagine a more innovative and future focused local government.
Presentation of the new Board, SAROC and GAROC committees.