Are you a member of a political party, political group, or community advocacy group? (eg; Labor, Liberal, Greens, Socialist, My Place, Angry Victorians, Better West, environment groups, etc)
Liberal party member since 2016.
What is the most important issue facing your electorate?
- Cost of living
- Lack of transport
- Gambling
- Dangerous roads
- Toxic waste
- Lack of funding from state & federal governments
Should/how can Council support local businesses?
Yes, by making sure all procurement is local. Supporting traders & marketing local events.
Should/how can Council support local creatives and industries?
Council should partner by supporting local artists. I am working with a local philanthropist & artist in an exciting venture to assist youth of all abilities get involved with the arts.
Should/how can Council help alleviate the impact of climate extremes on local communities and ecosystems?
Yes we need more trees, as Brimbank is a concrete jungle.
Should/how can Council help alleviate cost of living and homelessness?
Provide more services and partner with local organisations. We also need to advocate strongly to the state government for much needed funding.
What should Council stop spending money on?
High operational wages & non local issues & campaigns.
Should the public be allowed to ask live, unscripted questions of councillors during council meetings?
Yes, 100%. In fact I personally brought this very motion to council and it was voted down by the majority of councillors. I have also held regular face to face meetings with the community, my own initiative.
Can you please provide a short personal statement detailing what your priorities are if elected, and what your vision for your electorate looks like.
I have been representing the Residents of Brimbank for the past four years. I believe in transparency, accountability and putting the community first. Council should focus on the basics like roads, rates, rubbish & services. I have delivered park upgrades, a dog park, a gated park, a pilot carers hub, shelter for a local sporting club & more accessible parking spots. I have and will continue to answer every call & email. I believe the community should be able to attend a council meeting without registering & ask any councillor a question without notice. I vow to continue fighting for what’s important, safe walking paths, regular tree maintenance, keeping the grass cut & parks manicured. I will always advocate for the most disadvantaged in our community, with a focus on mental health, youth and the elderly. In my term I also put in a motion to council asking for a discount for ratepayers at the Brimbank aquatic centre. which was voted down by most councillors. I will make sure ratepayers’ money is spent wisely and not wasted on non-local issues. With me what you see is what you get & my performance speaks for itself.
