Policy Priorities

The value of being a community Independent is that my policy priorities are developed through consultation with our community; in line with expert advice. As your representative and Independent member for Studley, my vote in Council will never be influenced by party politics, donors, lobbyists or backroom deals.

Climate

Victoria has led the way on climate action but our council can be doing so much more to help residents reduce emissions and energy costs.

Accelerate solar panel uptake, energy efficiency upgrades & home electrification
Expand tree canopy & green spaces in Boroondara
Accelerate the deployment of public EV charging infrastructure

Accountability

We are all frustrated with the lack of transparency, accountability and community consultation from our council. Boroondara Council needs a new culture of transparent and accountable leadership.

Provide transparency & accountability on Kew Recreation Centre
Mandate public transparency on council decisions and access to planning documents
Ensure legitimate & expansive public consultation on all council projects, including the Kew Library development

Responsible Planning

Boroondara Council needs responsible long term planning to ensure that council decisions are no longer short-sighted but instead look to our future.

Amend local planning laws to safeguard existing trees and protect our tree canopy
No new gas installations in council buildings, including the Kew Recreation Centre
Conduct a review of rate structures to find ways to ease financial pressure on residents

I’m interested to hear directly from you about your policy priorities and how I can best represent you. Please fill out the contact form on my website and let me know what is important to you and your family.

The above policy priorities will be regularly updated throughout the campaign based on community feedback and expert advice.