YOUR PARTNER IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT
ABOUT US
Delivering solutions that enhance Local Government performance since 2000.
We are here to respond to the growing number of complex issues faced by State and Local Governments as well as public sector organisations.
We create, not compete. Our focus is delivering professional, high-quality services that represent genuine value for money and measurably improve client performance. We deliver practical solutions designed to make a real difference on the ground—not gather dust on a shelf.
We uphold the highest ethical standards in everything we do. To support this commitment, we maintain an ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System through SciQual International.
MEET OUR TEAM
Qualified, experienced and committed. Our specialists bring extensive Local Government expertise to every engagement, combining decades of hands-on experience with a genuine passion for the sector.
The team includes former Council CEOs who understand the pressures and complexities of leading local government organisations, alongside dedicated experts in finance, governance, and human resources.
This depth of experience means we don’t just understand Local Government in theory—we’ve lived it. We’ve navigated the same challenges our clients face, from budget constraints and regulatory compliance to stakeholder management and organisational change. Our team’s diverse backgrounds enable us to provide comprehensive support across all aspects of council operations, whether you need strategic guidance, technical expertise, or practical implementation support.
We’re uniquely positioned to support remote, regional, and metropolitan councils across Australia. Our specialists understand the distinct challenges facing different council types—from resource limitations in remote areas to the complex demands of large metropolitan operations—and tailor our approach accordingly.
Scott Mead
DirectorExperienced Director with skills in governance, organisational effectiveness, change programs, ethics, strategic planning and human resource management.
John Perry
DirectorExperienced Director with skills in budgeting, business planning, analysis skills, coaching and government.
Bronwyn Cairns
Senior ConsultantBronwyn has a wealth of Local Government experience as well as Post Graduate qualifications in project management. Her other skills and experience include data analytics, funding submissions and integrated management systems.
Bryce Hines
Senior ConsultantWith a Master in Environmental Management and more than 25 years experience, Bryce's extensive portfolio includes strategic planning, regulation and compliance, natural resource management and waste and environmental management.
Bill Gilmore
Senior ConsultantBill has 40 years’ public sector experience, including knowledge of the Local Government Act, government processes and funding program arrangements.
Neil Crotty
Senior ConsultantNeil has more than 32 years of practical management experience in CEO and senior management roles in the Local Government and private sector. His personal management objectives are to build strong relationships, encourage positive communication and mentoring teams of dedicated and excited people to strive and meet organisational goals.
Gerhard Van Der Walt
Senior Consultant35 years’ accounting and financing experience, including extensive experience preparing financial statements and overseeing finance departments.
Madison Mims
Business Operations & AdminMadison holds a Master's in Public Policy. She has extensive experience in research (both academic and business) as well as system creation/management. Additionally, she has a Bachelor of Creative and Professional Writing, specialising in communications and academic/report writing and editing.
Our Services
We provide a range of services, however each project is tailored to the client’s specific needs. This approach ensures we deliver high-quality, practical solutions regardless of size or location.
Organisational Review
Conduct a systematic review of your Council to deliver best practice governance and service delivery in line with long term vision and corporate goals.
Process Improvement
Map the effectiveness of current processes within your organisation and establish a vision for desired activity in ideal circumstances, with our Process Improvement services.
Operations Review
Undertake detailed reviews of specific functional areas to identify issues impacting performance and recommendations for change, where necessary.
Plant Operation Review
Receive an independent analysis and assessment of the performance of your plant operation, including the identification of overheads.
Overhead Analysis
Understand operational overheads to ensure they are appropriately allocated across the organisation and priced to maintain financial sustainability.
Continuous Improvement Programs
Establish an effective organisation wide change process or address specific process review and redevelopment.
Financial KPI’s
Establish financial goals and accurately monitor your performance, with the development financial Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
CFO Support
Get access to expert, trustworthy and experienced finance consultants, who have extensive experience in Local Government.
Other Services
Mead Perry Group also offer resource sharing investigations, procedure development and corporate business system procurement.
Governance Compliance
Demonstrate that you are operating in a compliant manner, with third-party reviews and industry benchmarking.
Strategic Planning
Set strategic goals, plan your annual budget and ensure alignment between corporate, management and operational plans.
Surveys
Use surveys to assist with strategic planning, organisational reviews, workforce planning and specific issues, such as water charging.
Business Advisory
Review and assess sustainability issues and develop strategies to address sustainability challenges.
Risk Management
Assess and mitigate risk for projects and planned activities, with the support of a structured risk management framework.
Policy Review
Review existing policies in relation to Council needs and mandatory requirements.
Local Laws
Review existing Local Laws with regards to Council needs and mandatory requirements and retain, rescind, revise or develop new Local Laws as required.
Internal Audits
Establish and deliver a comprehensive, relevant and effective internal audit plan that ensures maximum compliance.
Other Services
We provide Delegation Register services, investigate complaints and provide Councillor training and community engagement planning.
Financial Modelling
Anticipate revenue and expenditure, with our sophisticated financial modelling service, that meets Queensland Treasury Corporation requirements and expectations.
Rate Methodology Review
Analyse the impact of various rating and utility charges, with our powerful rates modelling tool.
Plant Operation Review
Get an independent analysis and assessment of your organisation’s plant operation, including the identification of overheads.
Overhead Review
Understand the cost of doing business, set pricing and maintain financial sustainability, with an Overhead Review.
Asset Management
Review asset management plans, including a discussion of identified risks and desired service levels.
Industry Benchmarking
Benchmark your Council and improve decision making, with our sophisticated Industry Benchmarking services.
Audits
We provide internal audit services and conduct forensic reviews to ensure financial compliance.
Business Coaching
Build internal capacity and improve financial performance, with tailored Business Coaching.
Other Services
We can also assist you with budgeting, business case development and service level, productivity and resource sharing reviews.
Training Needs Analysis
Review and identify organisational training and development needs and develop effective and ongoing training programs.
CEO Performance
We facilitate Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Performance Reviews on the request of Mayors and Councillors.
Contract Negotiations
We review and facilitate employment contracts and prepare or revise contract schedules for execution, if required.
Workforce Planning
Review and analyse existing workforce demographics (roles, levels, turnover etc.) and identify trends that need to be managed.
Performance Management
Build confidence in your performance management, with the adoption of tried and tested HR processes and Performance Management training.
Staff Views Survey
Make informed decisions, improve staff satisfaction and gauge the effectiveness of change programs with a Staff Views Survey.
Ethical Conduct
Manage ethical dilemmas, make the right decisions and behave ethically in the workplace, with our Ethical Conduct services.
Other Services
Staff mentoring, policy awareness training, team building programs, CEO recruitment and trauma at work training are other HR services we offer.
Carbon Emissions Profiling
Benchmark your organisations emissions and review progress.
Service Levels
Understand where your organisations money is being spent and reduce costs.
Rates Revaluation
Annual General Rates Revaluation Modelling
Budget Reviews
Budget Review Facilitation
Plant Performance
Annual Plant Performance Update
Financial Forecasting
Annual Financial Forecasting Update and Financial KPI Performance Indicator Reviews
Benchmarking
Local Government Benchmarking
Staff Views Survey
Annual Staff Views Survey