Have You Thought Of Running For Council?

Written by: The Griffith Phoenix

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Do you have what it takes to stand and serve your fellow residents and community on Council? With elections coming up in September, now is the time to find out.

As the NSW Local Government Elections approach in September 2024, aspiring leaders are urged to step forward and take the opportunity to serve our community by running for Council.

Serving as a councillor not only fulfils a civic duty; it’s also a chance to drive positive change and represent the voices of our residents.

Being a Councillor offers a unique platform to influence decisions that directly impact the lives of our community members.

Councillors play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our local area.

Griffith City Council will hold several candidate information sessions over the coming monts.

Council will host an informal Q&A candidate session at Council Chambers on Monday, August 15 at 6 pm.

Emma Bloomfield, Locale Learning will present two information sessions hosted by Council for anyone interested in learning more about becoming a Councillor.

An online information session will be held using Zoom on Wednesday, May 1 form 6 pm to 7:30 pm for those who can’t make the in-person session.

If you can’t make the virtual session live, you will be able to access the recording via the Locale Learning e-learning platform.

Speak with experienced women in local government at the ALGWA Getting Women Elected candidate workshop on Saturday, June 1 at Council Chambers.

An in-person information presentation will be held on Monday, June 24 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Council Chambers.

The introductory information sessions are considered essential for all potential candidates thinking of standing in the elections in September.

They will help potential candidates make an informed decision about whether becoming a Councillor is the right fit for them.

The sessions, which will be informal and interactive, are an opportunity to hear about the role of Council and its services and functions, the roles and responsibilities of the Mayor and Councillors and what is expected of a Councillor including the skills and attributes required.

Visit www.griffith.nsw.gov.au/local-government-elections for more information or to register for the information sessions.

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