Published on Monday, 4 November 2024 at 8:48:03 AM
Local Government Act 1995, sch. 2.3
In accordance with the requirements of Schedule 2.3 of the Local Government Act 1995, it is declared that:
1. An extraordinary election for the office of President was conducted on 24 October 2024 following the resignation of Councillor Wayne Fewster (effective from 18 October 2024).
There being a single nomination received, Cr Linda Balcombe was declared elected unopposed to the office of President for a term ending on 18 October 2025.
2. An extraordinary election for the office of Deputy President was conducted on 24 October 2024 to fill the vacancy created by the election of Cr Linda Balcombe to the office of President. With an absolute majority of 5 votes required, the results of the election were as follows:
5 Kestel, Rob
3 Peczka, Frank
Cr Rob Kestel was declared elected to the office of Deputy President for a term ending on 18 October 2025.
Scott Wildgoose
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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