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28 September, 2024
Inglewood Ward election: candidates answer questions
Miki Wilson (Bridgewater North) Your occupation and employment Retired What is your community involvement? this is my starting place Are you a member of any political party or politically-active organisation? No What do you believe are the three...
Miki Wilson (Bridgewater North)
Your occupation and employment Retired
What is your community involvement? this is my starting place
Are you a member of any political party or politically-active organisation? No
What do you believe are the three major Ward issues? The future of farming - water rights and other current threats. The cost and red tape of doing business. Meeting the needs of all ward members; farmers and townspeople alike.
What do you believe are the three major Shire issues? Probably the same as above - When I think about the ward, I’m thinking about the whole shire. However, I feel there is significant risk for the shire from some state/federal government programs.
If elected, how would you engage with local communities to understand and represent their ideas, views and aspirations? I will be starting with listening posts - week commencing at both Inglewood and Bridgewater, where I can listen to ward members views and ideas. I will have an ongoing process for listening and engaging with my ward, as I will only be a councillor to represent them.
Will you commit to serving the full four-year term? Yes
Wendy Murphy (Kurting)
Your occupation and employment: 20 years with the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
What is your community involvement? President Inglewood Primary School, president Inglewood and District Historical Society, secretary Kingower Cricket Club, Inglewood-Bridgewater RSL Sub-branch affiliate, canteen volunteer East Loddon P-12 College, Inglewood Primary School Parents’ and Friends, netball umpire Inglewood Football Netball Club
Are you a member of any political party or politically-active organisation? No
What do you believe are the three major issues? Support the delivery of more diverse housing options for all stages of life. Good roads for moving local product around and safe movement for everyone in the community. Support and promote the businesses, assets and services we already have and encourage activation of vacant spaces.
What do you believe are the three major shire issues? Financially responsible delivery of services and asset management in a reduced funding environment. Be able to grow, live, work and age in place supported by a range of housing options, childcare, secure employment, and services for all ages. Investment in business and industry creating employment and tourism opportunities.
If elected, how would you engage with local communities to understand and represent their ideas, views and aspirations? Continue to attend community group meetings, take calls or meet with people to listen to and hear the issues, raise them with council then close the loop by reporting back. Continue to provide a voice at the table for the Inglewood Ward. Continue to have open, honest and respectful conversations.
Will you commit to serving the full four-year council term? Yes.
Colleen Condliffe (Salisbury West)
Your occupation and employment: Primary producer.
What is your community involvement? Member of numerous community committees in Bridgewater and Inglewood. President of Loddon Plains Landcare Network and Kooyoora Women’s Network.
Are you a member of any political party or politically-active organisation? No.
What do you believe are the three major issues? Growth in popular and child care is a necessity for the ward and future of our schools. More housing in Bridgewater 1and Inglewood. Road structure and maintenance. Tourism to bring more people to region and assist with growth.
What do you believe are the three major shire issues? Road maintenance and funding, water for our agriculture sector and for the growth of rural industries. Continuing development of streetscape plans for Bridgewater and Inglewood. Financial support for developing aged care in our rural towns.
If elected, how would you engage with local communities to understand and represent their ideas, views and aspirations? I would engage with all community groups, meet and work on ways forward to achieve ideas, Actively engage with council on projects needed and report to community.
Will you commit to serving the full four-year council term? Yes.