From the General Manager's desk | April 2026 Published on 09 April 2026 In this article our GM highlights how Local Buy supports councils with fuel market volatility, invests in connection, partnership, and capability, and advances Queensland procurement across the whole of government through QPS.Plus a quick look at what’s coming up at our 25 Year ‘Legacy’ Conference – with tickets NOW OPEN! Tagged as: , For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Maximising value through flexible contracting under Local Buy Published on 09 April 2026 Councils retain full control over contract conditions when using Local Buy Arrangements, while still benefiting from a compliant, pre-qualified supplier network. Tagged as: , For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Council drives innovation, cutting 4,926 tonnes in land fill emissions Published on 09 April 2026 Procured through Local Buy Arrangements, this innovative landfill gas capture project is helping council reduce emissions and unlock new value for ratepayers. Tagged as: , Purchasers, News, Newsletter, Construction, Roads and Engineering
My Local Buy Story | Mangoesmapping Published on 09 April 2026 From manila folders to mobile maps: working with councils to modernise asset data - making critical infrastructure information easier to trust, access and maintain every day. Tagged as: , Arrangements, For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Engagement Update | April 2026 Published on 09 April 2026 Strengthening council connections, empowering suppliers and expanding Local Buy’s reach across Queensland through a month of meaningful engagement. Tagged as: , Arrangements, For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Arrangement Update | April 2026 Published on 09 April 2026 From tender evaluation to supplier onboarding, discover how the February Arrangement round is wrapping up and what opportunities are coming soon Tagged as: , Arrangements, For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Mandatory Notification of data breaches - are QLD councils ready? Published on 19 March 2026 From 1 July 2026, councils will be legally required to respond to data breaches with transparency, accountability and timely notifications. Tagged as: , Purchasers, News, Newsletter
From the General Manager's desk | March 2026 Published on 16 March 2026 Throughout 2026, we are strengthening its strategic support for Queensland’s local government sector. Tagged as: , For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter
Faster answers, better support - Introducing our new web chat service Published on 16 March 2026 Help is now just a click away with our new real-time website chat and upcoming 24/7 virtual assistant. Tagged as: , For Suppliers, Purchasers, News, Newsletter