The Tasmanian Greens today announced Councillor Michele Higgins, Jane Bange and Marie Giblin as their candidates for Kingborough Council in the upcoming local government elections, with Councillor Higgins also running for Deputy Mayor.
Greens Leader and Member for Franklin Nick McKim MP said the challenges facing the Kingborough municipality include the lack of affordable and flexible public transport, and long term strategic planning issues.
“In this election, Kingborough ratepayers can vote Green for better public transport, and for more vital community services in their local area,” said Mr McKim.
“The Greens are the only party to have consistently stood alongside the Kingborough community to deliver sustainable public transport options, and these elections will allow Kingborough ratepayers to send a strong message that traffic problems need to be solved for both the short, and the long term.”
“Michele Higgins has been a strong voice on Council for sustainability and long term strategic planning, and will be a brilliant Deputy Mayor if given the opportunity.”
“Jane Bange has extensive experience working in the defence force and as a dentist, as well as serving on local council in NSW, and her commitment to community learning through English language teaching makes her an excellent representative for the people of Kingborough.”
“Marie Giblin is a life-long resident of Kingborough who is actively involved in Scouts, Aged Care, Community Houses, Adult Education and community art exhibitions, and takes a special interest in cultural heritage through her work for the Channel Folk Museum,” said Mr McKim.
Nick McKim MP Greens Leader
