Daniel Brinkworth
President
Mount Barker District Council
Returning as Vice-President for his second year, Daniel brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the LGITSA Board.
As Acting Manager Information Services at the Mount Barker District Council, Daniel is passionate about organisational management, innovation, and continuous strategic improvement. With extensive experience in delivering IT infrastructure and solutions in the local government setting, Daniel brings an in-depth technical knowledge to the LGITSA leadership team.
Danni Siciliano
Vice-President
City of Charles Sturt
This is my 4th year on the Board, 3rd as Secretary. I have 18 years of experience in Local and State Government (just over 10 of those Local Government), many of them being as an IM professional. I joined LGITSA with two main goals:
- To broaden my own professional networks and learn more from other industry professionals, and
- To bring fresh inspiration and suggestions to attract IM back into LGITSA
I have now switched sides and am in the Information Technology space – within the Applications Team at the City of Charles Sturt – but see now more than ever the importance of nurturing the relationship between Information Management and Information Technology, like cheese and wine, you simply cannot have one without the other!
I would encourage all in Local Government working in the fields of Information Management, Information Technology, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Customer Experience to get involved with LGITSA in some way whether it be attending conferences/forums/workshops, engage in our online discussions, participate in working groups, or just ask questions to learn a little bit more about us and what we advocate for on behalf of all of our members.
I feel a great sense of pride whenever I get an opportunity to talk about LGITSA and all that we are delivering and advocating for in our sector! It really is such a privilege to be a part of something so truly special.
Jocelyn Jia
Secretary
City of Unley
As Information Management Officer at the City of Unley, Jocelyn brings enthusiasm for innovation, business improvement, automation, and AI to the board. Her dedication to representing the information management perspective, combined with her focus on emerging technologies, positions her to contribute valuable insights to LGITSA’s future direction.
Doris Hajszan
Treasurer
Mount Barker District Council
Returning to her position as LGITSA’s Treasurer, Doris brings a deep understanding of ICT systems and their role within local governments in South Australia.
In her role as Team Leader of Information Communication Technology (ICT) at the Mount Barker District Council, Doris helps manage the ongoing development of all ICT related systems, services, hardware, and technical infrastructure, ensuring they are proactively reviewed and maintained.
Emma Rennie
Town of Gawler
Returning to the LGITSA Committee once again, Emma brings invaluable cross-industry and government experience to the organisation’s leadership team.
As the Town of Gawler’s Governance, Information and Business Improvement Manager, Emma leads internal ICT and IM functions, encouraging best practices, cost-effective solutions, and organisational sharing and innovation. Emma’s work with both local and state governments ensures she brings a considered and strategic insight to the LGITSA Committee.
Chris James
City of West Torrens
As a founding member of LGITSA, the inaugural Vice President, and former President of the Committee, Chris is no stranger to LGITSA’s leadership team. A Life Member, Chris is passionate about delivering value to IT and IM professionals working in local governments within South Australia.
Currently Information Services Manager at the City of West Torrens, Chris is a respected presence in the IT sector, offering a wealth of experience and invaluable insights to the ongoing development of LGITSA and its members.
Vicki Dunhill
Renmark Paringa Council
Vicki is an experienced Information Management and Cemetery Officer with expertise in data governance, record management, and community engagement. Over the past 16 years, she has worked with the Courts Administration Authority and South Australian Police before transitioning to Local Government nearly four years ago—a move that Vicki has truly enjoyed.
At Renmark Paringa Council, Vicki led the transition to a nearly paperless environment, driven by her passion for streamlining processes. Vicki thrives on developing innovative solutions that enhance information management for everyone.
In her current role, Vicki also oversees cemetery operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing meaningful community support. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, volunteering, gardening, spending time with her grandchildren, visiting cemeteries, and pursuing historical research.
Tarun Sidhwani
Campbelltown City Council
I am an experienced IT manager with more than 24 years of experience and possess extensive IT knowledge, strong business support and project management abilities within different industries including Electronics, Iron and Steel, State and Local Government. My expertise lies in creating IT Strategies, Managing Cyber Risk programs, Implementing complex IT projects and process improvements to enhance performance and quality.
Aaron Myers
City of Mount Gambier
Aaron combines six years of local government experience with thirteen years of managed service provider expertise in his role as iServices Business Systems Administrator at the City of Mount Gambier. His active engagement with LGITSA’s platforms and events demonstrates his commitment to fostering collaboration across councils.
Nida Baig
City of Charles Sturt
Ravi Kundu
Rural City of Murray Bridge
Ravi serves on the board of Local Government IT South Australia (LGITSA), bringing a wealth of experience as an ICT Business Analyst with a background at the Rural City of Murray Bridge. With specialized expertise in system and data analysis, alongside deep knowledge in finance and healthcare, Ravi is recognized for a strategic, analytical approach. Skilled in optimizing processes, fostering stakeholder engagement, and implementing technology-driven solutions, Ravi enhances efficiency and service quality. Through a collaborative mindset, Ravi supports LGITSA’s mission to drive digital transformation and IT innovation, benefiting councils and strengthening communities across South Australia.
Paul MacLeod
City of Victor Harbor
Bringing over 30 years of IT experience, Paul has been instrumental in the City of Victor Harbor’s digital transformation journey. As Senior Business Analyst, he has successfully led the migration of systems to both on-premise and cloud solutions, with a particular focus on managing the human aspects of technological change.
Grant Cox
City of Marion
Grant is a senior ICT leader with broad experience in digital transformation, project management, and change management across public, private, and not-for-profit sectors.
At the City of Marion, he leads major business systems transformation projects, focusing on integration, usability, and employee experience.
He is passionate about collaboration, innovation, and helping councils deliver smarter, more connected digital services.
Michael Soininen
City of Port Adelaide Enfield
Michael is an IT professional with over 25 years of experience across the private and public sectors. Currently leading Digital Innovation at PAE, he oversees a team responsible for Artificial Intelligence, Business Intelligence, Data Governance and Web Development.
With a background spanning both technical and leadership roles, Michael brings a balanced perspective to digital initiatives. His approach focuses on practical solutions, creative thinking, and thoughtful use of emerging technologies.