New era for the Isaac region take declaration of office
Published on 04 April 2024
The Isaac region’s newly elected Council have taken their oath in the heart of the Bowen Basin this morning.
The declaration of office ceremony, led by Isaac Regional Council Acting CEO Darren Fettell, welcomed a new Mayor and eight Councillors to their elected positions following 16 March poll results.
The ceremony was held at the Isaac Regional Council Batchelor Parade Chambers in Moranbah, with family and staff in attendance to witness this significant event.
Mayor Kelly Vea Vea, who served as Councillor for 12 years, said she was looking forward to another four-year term with a team that is committed to serving the community and driving positive change.
“It’s an honour to serve the Isaac region, and I congratulate each of the divisional Councillors on their appointment,” Mayor Vea Vea said.
“Together with the new council we will make Isaac a better place for all.”
Mayor Vea Vea paid tribute to past councillors, who set a solid foundation for the new council team.
“The Isaac region and its councillors are respected across the country for their advocacy and ability to drive change,” Mayor Vea Vea said.
“I look forward to working with my team, industry and government to ensure that our region continues to be the powerhouse of the nation.”
The Council is expected to appoint the Deputy Mayor at its post-election meeting on Friday, 5 April 2024.
YOUR NEW ISAAC REGIONAL COUNCIL:
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KELLY VEA VEA
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MAYOR
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TERRY O’NEILL
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Division 1
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Rural Clermont, Coppabella and Glenden
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VERN RUSSELL
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Division 2
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Dysart
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MELISSA WESTCOTT
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Division 3
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Moranbah
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SIMON WEST
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Division 4
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Moranbah
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ALAINA EARL
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Division 5
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Moranbah
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JANE PICKELS
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Division 6
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Clermont
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RACHEL ANDERSON
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Division 7
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Moranbah and Middlemount
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VIV COLEMAN
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Division 8
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Nebo and Isaac coast
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Visit the Electoral Commission of Queensland’s website www.ecq.qld.gov.au for details results of the 2024 Local Government Elections are available.
ENDS
Image (left to right): Cr Viv Coleman, Cr Melissa Westcott, Cr Alaina Earl, Mayor Kelly Vea Vea, Cr Rachel Anderson, CrVern Russell, Cr Simon West, Cr Terry O’Neill, Cr Jane Pickels.