Leadership for a sustainable, caring & creative Hobart

 

My Story

I was elected Lord Mayor of Hobart in 2018 and am proud to be the 70th Mayor of this beautiful city. I’ve come to this role with 30 years of experience managing community organisations, advising governments and campaigning for positive policy change.

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My priorities

  • A Mayor For Everyone

    I’m accessible and approachable

  • Future Vision

    I support progressive plans and innovative ideas for managing change in Hobart

  • Climate Action

    Climate change is our biggest challenge, but also our biggest opportunity to create a cleaner, greener and safer city.

  • Results Driven

    You can count on me to deliver and not shy away from challenges

  • Caring

    I’m for creating a thriving capital city that is vibrant, welcoming, accessible and fair

  • Sensible Development

    I’m looking after the things that makes Hobart special: our heritage, mountain, river, bushland and biodiversity

  • Great Neighbourhoods

    I’m for investing in safer streets, trees, parks and playgrounds

  • Positive Partnerships

    I get results from listening and collaborating with communities, businesses and other governments

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My Track Record

From delivering budget surplus against the odds in 2021 to protecting our mountain and launching Hobart’s nation-leading ban on single use plastics, I am proud to share what we have achieved together since I have been your Mayor.