Nominations opened on 3 September 2009 and closed on 10 September 2009.
According to the Local Government Act 1995, a councillor:
- Represents the interests of electors, ratepayers and residents of the district;
- Provides leadership and guidance to the community in the district;
- Facilitates communication between the community and the council;
- Participates in the local government's decision making processes at council and committee meetings; and
- Performs such other functions as are given to a councillor by the Act or any other written law.
The following nominations have been received as at 4 September 2009 (.PDF documents):
Candidate Details Summary Page 1
Candidate Details Summary Page 2
RESULTS OF 2009 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS FOR THE CITY OF WANNEROO
| Coastal Ward |
Central Ward |
North Ward |
South Ward |
GOODENOUGH, Ian
Elected Unopposed |
GUISE, Dianne
3077 votes (33.02%) |
GRAY, Laura
1390 votes (62%) |
TREBY, Brett
3660 votes (27.04%) |
STEFFENS, Rudi
Elected Unopposed |
NEWTON, Dot
2575 votes (27.63%) |
|
MACKENZIE, Stuart 2426 votes (17.92%) |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Why should I be a candidate for election?
What qualifications do I need?
Who can nominate to be a candidate?
When can I nominate?
How do I apply?
Why should I be a candidate for election?
The experience of being a councillor is an enriching one. You will be the voice of your constituents and an ambassador for your community. The reward of personal satisfaction can be considerable as you have a chance to influence what happens in your community. You will gain satisfaction through:
- Representing your community;
- Being involved in key local issues and developments, and in liaising with the State and Commonwealth governments;
- Being involved in establishing the strategic directions and vision for your local government;
- Being responsible for approving the budget and monitoring local government's overall financial performance;
- Ensuring equity of access to local government resources; and
- Being involved with community organisations and events.
As a councillor, you will gain knowledge and skills in areas which will assist you to perform effectively in such areas as policy information, corporate planning, advocacy and budgeting.
What qualifications do I need?
No formal qualifications are necessary to be a councillor, but you should have an interest in government and, of course, in your community.
Above all, you must have a liking for people and an interest in their problem. It also helps to be a good listener and an active team member. Training courses for councillors are available to help develop their skills.
Who can nominate to be a candidate?
Any person who is an Australian citizen, 18 years or over and on the electoral roll (unless a nominee of a body corporate or otherwise disqualified), may nominate for council. Prospective nominees are encouraged to contact the City of Wanneroo if they are unsure of their eligibility.
When can I nominate?
Candidate nominations will open on 3 September 2009 and close at 4.00pm on 10 September 2009.
How do I apply?
There are a few steps to get your name on the ballot paper. You must:
- Download and complete the following nomination forms or access the WAEC's website to complete an electronic Nomination Form at http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/elections/local_government.
- Complete a Candidate's Profile (click here to open a .PDF with examples on page 40)
- Pay the deposit fee of $80.00 by any means where the Returning Officer is able to ensure that the amount is credited to the local government before nominations close; and
- Ensure that the nomination has been properly authorised by the candidate where it has been lodged by an agent on behalf of the candidate.
- Contact the City's Returning Officer to arrange to lodge your nomination form:-
Mr Louis Zampogna
(T) 0434 309 653
Email: lzampogna@yahoo.com
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