Did you know that play for adults is just as important as it is for kids? It helps innovation, mental health and well-being, social interaction. So why when we are designing public spaces don't local governments place more importance in playable infrastructure? Hear how incorporating play in our daily lives is important. 

Effective consultation and engagement are fundamental for developing ongoing positive relationships with the community and stakeholders. Gone are the days of simply informing stakeholders of the outcome of a project or decision. People expect if they are going to be impacted by a decision or activity, they should be involved in the decision-making process.  And when you include a range of perspectives you can improve outcomes! Find out how to get back to basics with four steps to effective engagement.

Media management doesn't need to be scary. But would you know what to do if a journalist called and asked for a comment?  Would you A: PANIC  B: IGNORE THE CALL C: No comment…no comment…no comment…no comment. Laa laaa D: SPILL THE BEANS – tell them everything you know and even what you’re not sure of. Here are Mara's 5 simple tips to get you on the right path to managing the media.