Hayley Ross has built her finance career in local government, where the work is about more than numbers. In this Q&A, she shares her path to becoming Manager Finance at the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale, and why the role continues to feel meaningful.

William Black became the first graduate in NSW to complete the NSW Government’s Fresh Start Program, an initiative designed to help councils build the next generation of local government professionals through funded apprenticeships, traineeships, and cadetships. Click to learn more.

Gwydir Shire Council’s Career Start program builds local talent, addressing skill shortages and creating long-term career pathways within the community. Click here to read more.

Hornsby Shire Council demonstrates how its workplace culture, which emphasises support for people, meaningful work, and opportunities for growth, positions it as a strong employer of choice in local government. Click here to read more.

Canet Vas, Finance Data and Systems Lead at City of Palmerston, manages budgets, financial reporting, and the systems that keep council finances running - all with a clear focus: using public money wisely for public good. Click to read more.

Cumberland City Council is proud of its energy, inclusivity, and fresh approach to local government. The council is building a workplace that reflects the community it serves - one where diversity, development and belonging are part of everyday life.

Careers at Council caught up with Connar Vitnell, Building Surveyor at Goulburn Mulwaree Council to learn more about his role, training pathway, and why Goulburn is a great place to build a career.

Through the NSW Local Government Veterans Employment Program, QPRC supports veterans as they transition from military service to civilian life.

With Central Coast Council's mix of career opportunity, natural beauty, and strong local spirit, it’s a place where people come to build something meaningful.

Manningham Council is committed to enriching community life and ensuring a resilient, inclusive, safe and sustainable future. Their focus is to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

We recently met with Lawi Too, Aboriginal Environmental Health Program Officer at Shire of Halls Creek, to hear about his journey, the highs, and the challenges of remote public health, and what makes regional Australia a rewarding place to work.

We chat to Deborah Geary, Senior Horticulturist at Woollahra Municipal Council, about her inspiring journey into horticulture, her passion for creating beautiful public spaces, and the joy she finds in working outdoors.

With a career grounded in fostering inclusivity and community engagement, Jennie Dang from City of Ryde talks to us about her career journey, the projects she leads, and how she strives to make a lasting impact on the lives in her community.

Jessica Colless brings a vibrant blend of skills and passion to her role as Team Leader of Engagement & Culture. In this article, she shares insights into her career, and how her experiences have shaped her approach to her work.

We caught up with Ben Pilipowski, Community Development Project Administrator, to discuss his experiences, the support systems in place at the City of Ryde, and his message to other councils about the importance of inclusion.