Glen Innes Severn Shire Council has celebrated it’s first year of its 4-year term as one of renewal, connection, and progress — marked by decisive leadership, strong community engagement, and a clear vision for long-term sustainability.
Since being sworn in on 10 October last year, the Council in a media release state, led by Mayor Councillor Margot Davis and Deputy Mayor Councillor Carol Sparks, have worked with fellow Councillors to strengthen financial sustainability, improve access to healthcare, advocate for rural reform and equity, as well as plan a pipeline of legacy projects that will deliver lasting benefit to the community.
But, it wasn’t all smooth sailing during the first year after former mayor Rob Banham resigned after losing the mayoral vote to Cr Davis weeks after being elected as a councillor in the 2024 local Government election and then having councillor Troy Arandale also resign stating his deep and growing concerns about the direction of this Council.
As it enters its second year, Council priorities include strengthening financial resilience, stimulating local business and industry diversification, and expanding the housing mix to meet demand while maintaining affordability.
