Paul Freebody: Cairns Division 4
Paul has been a councillor for 8 years and enjoys using his extensive business skills to make a difference within our community. more
Kirsten Lesina: Cairns Division 4
Statement: I grew up in and around Bayview Heights; the fourth generation of the Lesina family to live in the area. I attended St Gerard Majella Primary School and St Mary's Catholic College in Woree and have just completed a law degree at James Cook University. more
Richie Bates: Cairns Division 5
Statement: A senior telecommunications technician, Richie is passionate about social justice, and sport and recreation. A resident of Division 5, Richie settled in Cairns in 1990 and has been with Queensland Rail for the past 18 years. more
Kathy Plath: Cairns Division 5
Statement: Kathy Plath is a true local - born in Cairns and raised on a sugar cane farm at Smithfield, she is one of those genuine people who wants to ensure the community is a place where her grandchildren can enjoy a full and rewarding life. more
Themla Spelta: Cairns Division 5
It is my passion to improve the standard of living and safety in Division 5. more
Linda Cooper: Cairns Division 6
Statement: Linda "Coops" Cooper first became known in Cairns in 1999 as a breakfast host with local radio station HOTFM. more
Annette Sheppard - Cairns Division 6
Annette is an independent councillor representing residents, not dancing to the tune of team or party politics. She has a proven track record, is a experienced, effective, committed, full-time councillor.
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Mark Buttrose: Cairns Division 6
Statement: I moved to Cairns in 1994 with my wife, Maryke, and two children. I live in Whitfield, am the director of an architectural practice and have over 30 years experience in the industry. more
Diane Forsyth: Cairns Division 6
Statement: The Director of the Addiction Help Agency in Westcourt, for the past eleven years I have delivered programs for people with drug problems. more
Deirdre Ford: Cairns Division 6
Statement: As an experienced Councillor I know what is required in an amalgamated Council and will continue to work every day to bring hard working and honest representation around the Council table. more
Jeff Lyon: Cairns Division 7
Statement: Jeff has lived in Division 7 for nine years and during that time has developed an understanding for the diverse cultural and heritage values of our neighbourhood. more
Denis Keeffe: Cairns Division 8
Statement: Unity Team candidate for Division 8, Denis Keeffe describes himself as a "proud and passionate North Queenslander". more
Paul Matthews: Cairns Division 8
Statement: I have lived for 20 years in Brinsmead and Freshwater, raised two children here and love the hills and valleys that frame our unique environment and enrich us spiritually. more
Janine Aitken: Cairns Division 9
Statement: I was initially trained in office administration before taking up positions in real estate and property management. more
Sno Bonneau: Cairns Division 9
Statement: I have lived in Cairns for 23 years and joined Council in 1995 with ongoing strong support. more
Peter Johnston: Cairns Division 10
Statement: Represent the Community, ensuring that individual and community rights are respected, and afforded equality, in any situation affecting lifestyle and amenity. more
Odette (Dixie) Phillpot: Cairns Division 10
Statement: I have been married for 21 years and have one son aged 15. more
Danny Hanly: Cairns Division 10
Statement: I have lived and worked in Division 10 for the past 23 years with my family and have a strong involvement in junior sport and recreation. more
Julia Leu: Cairns Division 10
Statement: I am married, with two teenage sons and have lived in Far North Queensland since 1976. more
Rod Davis: Cairns Division 10
Statement: Innovative, experienced and bright, Rod Davis brings a modern mix of corporate and green politics to the table, with a background as Port Douglas' councillor. more
Melinda Cox: Cairns Division 10
Statement: The position of a councillor is not a part-time job, it's a career. A councillor is a politician, not a bureaucrat or a business manager. more
David (George) Pitt: Cairns Division 10
Statement: If elected, I will be a full-time councillor who is honest, accessible and acts promptly on residents' concerns. more
Bill Phillips-Turner: Cairns Division 10
Statement: Strong and responsible leadership will be required to provide much-needed improvements in services and facilities in the Douglas-Mossman area, says Unity Team candidate for Division 10 Bill Phillips-Turner. more
Tom Gilmore: Tablelands Mayoral candidate
Statement: I have had nine years as a councillor with the Mareeba Shire and 11 and half years in the State Parliament, including more than two years as the minister for mines and energy. more
Joe Moro: Tablelands Mayoral candidate
Statement: The Tablelands is facing major change with the forms of the Tablelands Regional Council. more
Joe Paronella: Tablelands Mayoral candidate
Statement: I moved to the Tablelands from Innisfail 31-years-ago. more
Geoff Stocker: Tablelands Mayoral candidate
Statement: The Tablelands have long been my home. I believe I have the time, energy and skills to lead the new council forward by providing carefully planned and controlled development, improving services particularly those relating to aged-care and health, and creating more job and recreation opportunities especially for the younger generation. more
Alan Pedersen: Tablelands Division 1
Statement: Although the Tablelands Regional Council is divided, Councillors should ensure that all decisions made are beneficial to the Shire as a whole. more
Wendy Richardson: Tablelands Division 1
Statement: An appreciation of the environment, lifestyle and potential of the Tablelands has prompted Wendy Richardson to nominate. more
Shaaron Linwood: Tablelands Division 2
Statement: I am 57 years old, with a background in small business, married, with an 18 year old son. more
Annette Haydon: Tablelands Division 2
Statement: My commitment is to be the active voice of the community to ensure that services are delivered. more
Adrian 'Syd' Walker: Tablelands Division 8
Statement: Syd Walker is a community activist who lives near Kuranda and has worked hard in recent years to oppose inappropriate, poorly planned development in the Kuranda area. more
