Men and women from all walks of life are being encouraged to put their hand up for election to help ensure local councils are representative of the communities they serve.
Candidate nominations close tomorrow (Wednesday, November 3) at noon, with the election on December 4.
Cumberland Councillor Kun Huang has been on the council since September 2017, nominating to run because he believed he could do a better job.
“I think our community had been under-represented, and someone needed to stand up and do the job,” he said.
“The role has been challenging, especially where people put politics ahead of the public’s interest.
“However, it is a very satisfying role when you take out the political aspect. It is very rewarding to have members of the public thank you for the work you have done on behalf of the community.”
Cr Huang said representative bodies needed to reflect the diverse community of Cumberland.
“People from culturally and linguistically diverse communities bring different views to the decision-making table, which helps shape the council’s decision to cater to our local community,” he said.
“Only a council that reflects its community can reach its full potential.”
Cumberland Cr Paul Garrard says the council plays a huge role in everyone’s life but being elected is very much a ‘love job’.
“However, if you love your community it’s a wonderful way to express that by running for public office,” he said.
Nominate now by visiting elections.nsw.gov.au.
