Council
1 September, 2025
‘My farming values will drive Somerset forward’
BORN in Batlow apple-growing country and raised on the land in Riverina rice-growing country, I have a deep connection to rural properties and the hardworking families who rely on farming.
I have been living and working in Somerset for the last 20 years, heavily involved with new and evolving homeowners and renters alike.
I have an understanding of the needs of growing and established families, and I listen to the hopes and dreams parents have for their children’s future.
Being a business owner for 45 years, I am a firm believer that attention to the smaller issues often has the biggest impact on the final outcome.
I look forward to contributing to strategic decision making that benefits the entire electorate.
I will recognise the specialised differences of the individual towns and communities within the region.
I intend to keep continued pressure on State Government by lobbying against the Bin Tax and ensuring they deliver the promised funding for the Brisbane Valley Highway upgrades.
I want to encourage growth in our region while ensuring our rural identity.
I want new development to be focused on improving jobs and infrastructure, not just new housing.
Together with this great team of councillors, we will ensure Somerset is a great place to work, live, raise your babies… and stay here until retirement!
Why would you want to live anywhere else?
