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2021 Butch Lenton Awards Now Open
Applications are now open for the Butch Lenton Innovation Award. We're seeking submissions from Bush Councils who are working on future-orientated, innovative projects that will benefit your community.
Read MoreLong Drive for Drought to raise $80k to help Queensland farmers!
It was supposed to be a one-off event... but the Long Drive is back – and bigger – in 2021!
Read MoreCan an employer require an employee to be vaccinated?
With the roll-out of AstraZeneca and Pfizer vaccinations for COVID 19 Australia-wide, the question regarding whether an employer can require workers to receive vaccinations is in the spotlight.
Read MoreRenewable Energy Savings Flow from Thargo Cool Change
Bulloo Shire Council has never been prouder to call itself ‘the Greenest Shire in the West’.
The new Water Cool Project in Thargomindah proves how accessible renewable energy is to solve problems.
Financial Management for Councillors and Executives
Financial sustainability, governance, risk management and asset management have, once again, been raised by Queensland Auditor-General Brendon Worrall as key issues that continue to challenge many Queensland local governments.
Read MoreUnderstanding and managing procurement risk
Given the complexity and speed of change in today’s business world, one can logically argue that there is more risk for procurement professionals today than was the case 20, or even 10 years ago.
Risk is alive and well outside the areas where we traditionally look for (and find) it. Take council procurement for example...
3/3 RCP Grant Projects Funded
Three Queensland Council's successfully secured funding through the Commonwealth Government’s Regional Connectivity Program (RCP) with the help of Peak's Grant Writing service.
Read MoreWho we are
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Our Relationship
Our People, Your Team
Our combined professional strengths and integrated capabilities are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our people are what set us apart and we understand the specific challenges local governments face.
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Peak history
Our strong heritage
With our strong connection to the Local Government Association of Queensland, we share a proud legacy of working to enhance local government. All our profits go towards boosting the LGAQ’s work of advising, supporting and representing local councils across Queensland.
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Our Offering
Our breadth of service delivery
Peak Services provides information and experience as well as capacity and resources in specific areas capable of delivering a range of tailored solutions to suit your needs.
Peak Services
Our Everyday Business
However you need to solve the future, our services can take you there.
Peak Legal & Workforce
Peak 24/7
Local Buy
At a glance...
100,000+
100,000+
Council Calls
Number of calls managed per year on behalf of councils and organisations to assist their communities.
$50m+
$150m+
In Grant Funding
Amount of grant funding that we have supported councils to obtain to date for local communities.
3,698+
3,698+
Trained Staff
In 2019, we trained 3,698 council staff, over 278 training events and 344 training days as part of investing in the capability of local government workers.
$10m+
$10m
Renewable Energy Initatives
$10m in energy savings to date through ongoing energy initiatives.
Mornington Shire Council
"Peak Services has provided much needed support for Mornington Shire Council at a time of great change, whilst maintaining project delivery, budgets and timeframes. (Project Management)"
Cassowary Coast Regional Council
"Reasonably priced. Timely. Advice provided in simple easy to understand terms. Consultative. (Workforce Services)"
Murweh Shire Council
"Knowledge of LG is exceptional and advice provided ensured the best interest of Council as the client was at the forefront. (Peak Legal)"
Gladstone Regional Council
"Solid understanding of Local Government. (Recruitment)"
Lockyer Valley Regional Council
"Peak made the organisation and delivery of the training easy and pleasant. (Training Services)"
Flinders Shire Council
"Very professional and caring. (Workforce Services)"
Mareeba Shire Council
"Investigation conducted effectively at short notice with comprehensive report and advice provided.
(Workforce Services)"
Torres Strait Island Regional Council
"Since the implementation of eLearning staff in our organisation have enthusiastically utilised this service. We are able to provide soft skill training including but not limited to, promote our Workplace Health and Safety Management. (Training Services)"
Toowoomba Regional Council
"Very well organised and great trainers that are very approachable and pleasant to deal with.
(Training Services)"
Cloncurry Shire Council
"Timely response, immediate overview of deliverables with vigilance towards our risk exposure.
(Workforce Services)"