By PETER DOUGLAS
Suzana Pozvek
SNAPSHOT: A business-owner and long-time resident of the Dandenong Ranges.
VISION: Wants to see more of council’s resources spent in the Lyster Ward, as well as improved management of natural resources.
QUICK-QUOTE: “We are privileged to live in such a beautiful and safe part of this world. Let’s make it even better for the future”
Kate Gustke
SNAPSHOT: Endorsed Greens candidate, who has lived in Belgrave for the past 14 years. Also, a part-time community lawyer.
VISION: Wants to ensure Belgrave Hub has the spaces the community wants, including meeting space and gardens.
QUICK-QUOTE: “Your voice is important and I’ll fight to make sure community consultation is embedded into council processes”
Mike Clarke
SNAPSHOT: An independent candidate who has lived in Selby and Upwey over the past 30 years. Career history includes electrical engineering, software development and project management consulting.
VISION: Will proactively support sports, recreation, local community groups and creative pursuits. Also places importance on fire-management planning and environmental development.
QUICK-QUOTE: “I will work hard to improve housing affordability and efficient public transport throughout Yarra Ranges, with 14-seater shuttle busses, connecting trains and expanded bike trails”
Bill Brindle
SNAPSHOT: Tecoma resident, business-owner and active community member.
VISION: Includes co-ordination of the Tecoma Spring Carnival, helping establish a community mentoring program for teenagers. Also, lobbying the Victorian Government regarding the location of the ambulance facility.
QUICK-QUOTE: “I am not interested in promises or mission statements. I am interested in doing. Putting runs on the board, rather than talking”
Scott Newstead
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Jeff Springfield
SNAPSHOT: Local business-owner and lifelong resident of the Dandenong Ranges.
VISION: Ensure that more government spending and resources falls within the Lyster Ward boundaries. Aims to build and strengthen the local economy through better council programs and initiatives.
QUICK-QUOTE: “I have my roots firmly planted in these hills. We live in such a fortunate part of this world and I want to fight not only to protect, but strengthen our way of life”
Ben Wild
SNAPSHOT: Tree-changer who moved to Kallista nearly four years ago.
VISION: Wants to improve state of roads, public transport, access to service and small business sustainability.
QUICK-QUOTE: “To have a successful council, more community consultation and greater transparency are vital. The council is a representation of its people and, as such, should put the best interests of the community first”
Lawrence Mobsby
SNAPSHOT: Began education at Montrose Primary School in 1947, before matriculating at Lilydale High School.
VISION: Wants to reduce council rates through economic development.
QUICK-QUOTE: “Childcare, affordable housing, sporting facilities, education, our environment, health, employment and aged-care are also high priorities”
Richard Wines
SNAPSHOT: Local businessman who has lived in the hills environment for more than 35 years. President of the Monbulk Primary School for 15 years.
VISION: Maintenance of and improved bushland, parks and waters. Also, improved sport and recreation facilities, upgrading of schools and aged-care facilities’.
QUICK-QUOTE: “I am committed to helping you have your say on issues”
