Professional experience

• Bachelor of Social Science – Southern Cross University
• Extensive experience in the Social Welfare sector, including management positions in the State Government and Community Sector.

Community origins

• Grew up and educated in Coraki and Casino, and now living in Casino with my wife Gail and our four children.

Personal interests

• Board member – Toys Change Lives; and Family Support Network
• Member of the Richmond Valley Family Violence Liaison Committee
• Rotary Member
• SES Volunteer

Council aspirations

• To be a representative voice on Council for people across the entire Richmond Valley.
• To keep rates and fees as affordable as possible for residents and service users.
• To promote strong financial management; to support for local business; to support attracting new industry to the Richmond Valley.
• Equal access to services and facilities across the community.
• Decision making that supports access to affordable housing across the Council area.
• Disability access for all Council facilities and services.
• Lobby for more support services for community members in crisis.
• Promoting an attractive environment for residents and tourists by preserving architectural heritage and increased greenery for towns and villages.

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