My intention is to add new energy, passion for the region, and new ideas with long term sustainable (Social, Economic and Environment) vision based on our existing assets. To give the community a fair hearing and informed reply to their concerns and enquiries while making the council more approachable, transparent and accountable with independent, consistent common sense decision making.
Fully supporting local business and industry while promoting sustainable development for the whole municipality linked to a long term plan for the region which includes cost vs benefit analysis in the approval process.
Will work for;
Our Culture and Heritage Utilization of local skills and businesses
Community to be heard Retaining the Mersey Hospital
Sustainable Development Sustainable Business & Industry Growth
Continual rehabilitation of Mersey River Rehabilitation of the Rubicon Estuary
Growth of the Arts in the Municipality Investigation into sustainable aquaculture
Marina and Resort at Port Sorell Sealing of York Town Road
The progress & success of our community & sporting groups
Solutions to infrastructure problems in the whole municipality including; storm water, flood mitigation, high speed internet, Port Sorell TV reception & natural gas introduction.
Sustainable Tourism Development at Bakers Beach but not in Narawntapu National Park.
Sustainable development for the Bell’s Parade Precinct linking to the Main Street which,
book ends the Cherry Shed and the Darrel Baldock Memorial that enhance prospects of existing plans for the area and the Axeman’s Hall of Fame.
Making sure Port Sorell is developed into what it should be as one Australia’s most unique towns based on its existing Agriculture, Maritime and Tourism Culture.
Latrobe becoming one of Australia’s leading municipalities in sustainability that encourages innovation, ideas and investment thus creating a model for other towns to look up to.
Will push for;
Cost vs Benefit Analysis on major decisions Council workshops open to the public
More approachable, transparent and accountable Council
Introduction of an inclusive, open to innovation & ideas Community Consultation Policy
Heritage and Cultural Register that aids the future development of the Municipality
Risk Minimization/Public Liability policy that retains our culture and access to various areas
Sustainable Long Term Plan of 25 years for Latrobe and Port Sorell linked to an overall plan for the region.
Performance Management reporting of Councillors and Management Staff annually that is available on council’s website including attendance at Council Meetings.
Council develops a policy on where it stands on amalgamation while seriously investigating opportunities of amalgamating with West Tamar, Meander and Kentish Councils with the best interests of the Latrobe Municipality in mind.
Sustainability when used means; Triple Bottom Line (Social, Economic and Environment)
Reason for standing;
Convincing Council of the importance and benefits of our two biggest assets “Narawntapu National Park and the Rubicon Estuary” and the “Bell’s Parade Mersey River area” being the centre piece of any long term planning for Latrobe and Port Sorell.
I have been dealing with the Latrobe Council for last ten years regarding sustainable development and building a healthy community. During this period I and many others have had problems in being heard due to no vision for the long term sustainability of the Latrobe Municipality.
I hold a very large passion for regional sustainability that includes solutions for long term job creation especially for our youth through the development of projects and industry that create a net benefit for the area’s unique conservation values.
I have been disappointed by some of the council’s lack of research in their decisions and believe I have plenty to add to the community through ideas, experience and knowledge that will introduce new energy and real vision to the Latrobe Council.
I won’t be your normal suit wearing councilor, accepting what the Mayor or General Manager believe as being the only alternative, but will be asking questions including why are we doing this, while listening to the community views.
All my decisions will be based on well analyzed research based on more grass roots input with a common sense approach that represents the best interests of the ‘whole municipality’.
While standing for your rights as a resident, business owner and ratepayer I will be fighting for the long-term as well as the short-term benefits of the Latrobe Municipality with no intention of ever standing for any other form of government.
I totally understand the commitment needed to fulfill the before mentioned aims and wouldn’t be standing if this wasn’t possible in my future time schedule.
Personal Details
Have lived in Port Sorell since Feb 1992 with a period in Karratha WA from Oct 1997 till Nov 2002 with my partner Kim and have a 14 year old son attending Latrobe High.
I grew up in Devonport until Sept 1986 then lived in the Northern Territory for 5 years including 3 years at Yulara Resort, Uluru giving me an insight of what is possible in Regional Australia.
Since October 2000 I have been working on and for sustainable regional development.
Qualifications
1979 – 1983 Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship
2004 Cert IV Human Resources, Cert IV Business Marketing
2005 Diploma in Business Management
2006 Started Bachelor of Regional Resource Management
I hope this newsletter gives resident’s, ratepayers, business owners and the overall community an understanding what I am about and have to offer the Latrobe Municipality.
Can’t fight for everything but will do my best to achieve the right result.
Whether you vote for me or any other candidate please vote as this is your opportunity to get the representation you need for your local community.
Authorised by; Shayne (Cush) Allison 65 Wilmot Street Port Sorell TAS 7307
