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LGAPA Awards & Winners
Each year we celebrate the people and teams improving regulatory outcomes across local government. Congratulations to every nominee — and a huge thank you to our sponsors and presenters.
2025 Award Winners
Animal / Dog & Cat Management Regulator of the Year
Winner – [Name], [Council]
Excellence in Regulatory Services
Winner – [Team/Council]
New Regulatory Services Officer
Winner – [Name], [Council]
Recognising Past Award Winners
Each year, the Authorised Persons Association proudly recognises outstanding individuals and teams who demonstrate excellence, professionalism, and leadership in regulatory services across local government. These awards celebrate innovation, commitment to community safety, and the dedication of regulatory professionals who go above and beyond in their roles. From experienced practitioners to emerging professionals, recipients represent the very best of our sector. We sincerely thank our award sponsors and presenters for their continued support, and congratulate all winners and nominees for their contributions to regulatory excellence. |
Past Award Winners
City of Port Adelaide Enfield Community Safety Team
Excellence in Regulatory Services
Presented by Norman Waterhouse
Joanne Ralston
City of Mitcham
Dog and Cat Management Regulator of the Year
Presented by the Dog and Cat Management Board
Ben Trebilcock
City of Mitcham
New Regulatory Services Officer Award
Presented by Kelledy-Jones
Commendation – Max Perry, District Council of Robe
Jo Ralston
City of Mitcham
Dog & Cat Regulatory Officer of the Year
Presented by the Dog and Cat Management Board
City of Charles Sturt
Excellence in Regulatory Services
Presented by Norman Waterhouse
Dion van Nunen
District Council of Yankalilla
New Regulatory Services Officer
Presented by Kelledy Jones Lawyers
Tyler Rigney
Alexandrina Council
New Regulatory Officer of the Year
Presented by Kelledy Jones Lawyers
Special commendation: Peter Rechke – Norwood Payneham & St Peters Council
City of Salisbury & City of Tea Tree Gully
Excellence in Regulatory Services Award
Presented by Norman Waterhouse
Special commendation: City of Adelaide Community Safety Team (Homelessness in the City)
Rhianna Havis
City of West Torrens
Animal Management Officer of the Year Award
Presented by the Dog and Cat Management Board
Adam Newton
City of West Torrens
Local Nuisance and Litter Control Officer of the Year Award
Presenter not listed
City of Charles Sturt & City of Port Adelaide Enfield
Excellence in Regulatory Services
Presented by Norman Waterhouse
Tony Lombardi
City of Adelaide
New Regulatory Service Officer
Presented by Kelledy Jones Lawyers
Michael Murtagh
Berri Barmera Council
Dog and Cat Regulatory Officer of the Year Award
Presented by the Dog and Cat Management Board
Alexandrina Council
Excellence in Regulatory Services
Presented by Norman Waterhouse
Kelly Haniford
City of West Torrens
New Regulatory Service Officer
Presented by Kelledy Jones Lawyers
Troy Liam
City of Port Adelaide Enfield
Dog and Cat Regulatory Officer of the Year Award
Presented by the Dog and Cat Management Board
Dani Scuten
City of Charles Sturt
Dog and Cat Regulatory Officer of the Year Award
Presented by the Dog and Cat Management Board
David Heat
Alexandrina Council
New Regulatory Service Officer
Presented by Kelledy Jones Lawyers
Phil Herrmann
Yorke Peninsula Council
CERT New Initiative Award
Presenter not listed
Kylie McKerlie
Port Augusta Council
Dog and Cat Regulatory Officer of the Year Award
Presented by the Dog and Cat Management Board
City of Onkaparinga Council
Excellence in Regulatory Services
Presented by Norman Waterhouse
Simon Horstman
Mid Murray Council
New Regulatory Service Officer
Presented by Kelledy Jones Lawyers