MAV celebrates Councillors service

Presented on October 9, the service awards recognise the dedication of councillors to their communities and the broader local government sector.

MAV President Cr Jennifer Anderson said every councillor to receive an award should stand proud of their leadership and commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all residents.

“Being a councillor is a demanding role. It’s one undertaken with a deep sense of community, particularly when serving over a significant length of time. It’s also often completed as a second job or alongside caring for family,” Cr Anderson explained.

“Acknowledging these milestones is vital. The role of a councillor can be demanding and often thankless, particularly as the expectations of our communities continue to change but their service is the foundation of local democracy.”

“The MAV, and the sector, extends its deepest thanks to these councillors for their commitment to local government. They have each left an indelible mark on communities across the state,” Cr Anderson said.

10-YEAR SERVICE AWARD

Mayor Cr Lisa Cooper – Knox City Council

Cr Lawrie Cox – Whittlesea City Council and formerly Shire of Whittlesea

Cr Sally Davis – Stonnington City Council

Mayor Cr Irene Grant – Wangaratta Rural City Council

Mayor Cr Rochelle Halstead – Bass Coast Shire Council and formerly Frankston City Council

Mayor Cr Grace La Vella – Central Goldfields Shire Council and formerly Manningham City Council

Cr Eric Lording – Murrindindi Shire Council

15-YEAR SERVICE AWARD

Cr Paul MacDonald – Maroondah City Council and formerly City of Croydon

Cr Peter Perkins – Nillumbik City Council

20-YEAR SERVICE AWARD

Mayor Cr Jim Memeti – Greater Dandenong City Council

Cr Brett Owen – Cardinia Shire Council

Cr John Sipek – Moonee Valley City Council

30-YEAR SERVICE AWARD

Cr Des Phelan – Golden Plains Shire Council and formerly Shire of Grenville

Mayor Emeritus Award

Mayor Cr Kristopher Bolam – Frankston City Council

Cr Danny Claridge – Benalla Rural City Council

Mayor Cr Alan Getley – Buloke Shire Council

Mayor Cr Irene Grant – Wangaratta Rural City Council

Mayor Cr Georgina Oxley – Kingston City Council

MAV Councillor Service Awards

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About MAV

The MAV is a membership association and the legislated peak body for local government in Victoria. We are a driving and influential force behind a strong and strategically positioned local government sector.

We offer diverse business services to our council members including specialist policy and advocacy, governance and legislative advice, sector development, insurance and procurement services.

The success of the MAV stems from its people, and we pride ourselves on having a quality team of staff and consultants to ensure our members’ needs are met.