My Vision
- A safe and prosperous regional capital through good planning, revitalisation strategies and broad collaboration.
- An inclusive Council - and a connected community that has more say on what happens in it..
- Strategic investment for the infrastructure and projects identified as the priorities in our town.
- Resetting the relationship with the NT Government.
My Background
I grew up in country Victoria, helping out on the family farm, before undertaking a Bachelor of Science (Biomedical) at Monash University. After graduating with Honours in 2001, I worked in a range of fields and commenced a Masters in Social Science (International Urban and Environmental Management).
In 2008 I headed North and started a new life in Alice Springs. This place is my home and live here with my partner Karine and young son, Louka.
Some of the organisations or projects I've been involved in over the years:
include:
- Alice Springs Town Councl (Councillor) - 2017 to current.
- Arid Lands Environment Centre (Director) - 2007 to 2021
- Alice Solar City (Advisory Committee)
- Regional Economic Development Committee (Deputy Chair)
- Desert Knowledge Australia (Board)
- Watch This Space (Board)
- Wide Open Space Festival (Founding Partner)
- Olive Pink Botanic Gardens (Board)
My Experience:
Alice Springs Town Council
2020
- Chair of Tourism Events and Promotions Committee
- Sports Facilities Advisory Committee
- Tangentyere Partnership Committee
- LGANT Representative
- Chair of Community Development Committee
- Chair of Parks Advisory Committee
- Tourism, Events and Promotions Committee
- Risk and Audit Committee
- Regional Waste Management Committee
- Aquatic and Leisure Centre Advisory Committee
- Tangentyere Partnership Committee
- LGANT Representative
- Chair of Cemeteries Advisory Committee
- Chair of Finance Committee
- Chair of Parks Advisory Committee
- Tourism, Events and Promotions Committee
- Risk and Audit Committee
- Regional Waste Management Committee
- Aquatic and Leisure Centre Advisory Committee
- Tangentyere Partnership Committee
My Experience:
NT Government
- 2021 - Development Consent Authority member
- 2017-2020 Development Consent Authority alternate member
- 2018-2020 - Community Business Reference Group - Onshore Shale Gas
- 2015-2017 - Regional Economic Development Committee Deputy Chair
- 2008 - 2017 - Alice Springs Water Advisory Committee
YES, I stand for strong financial management and good governance.
- Jimmy for Mayor
YES, I am always just a phone call away to discuss the issues that matter to you.
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YES, I will do something about youth related issues.