Cr Danny Goss resumes position of Mayor

Councillor Danny Goss will today resume position of Mayor with strong support from Councillors following conclusion of a 21-day suspension. 

In accordance with the Local Government Act 2020, an election must be held following any vacancy in the office of Mayor. That election took place earlier today at a Council Meeting with Councillors in favour of the returning Mayor. 

Mayor Cr Goss was grateful for the support of his fellow Councillors and looked forward to continuing to lead Council for the remainder of the term. 

“I thank Deputy Mayor Cr Tricia Jones for acting in the role over the past few weeks, it’s not an easy job to step in so I formally acknowledge her hard work and share my appreciation,” Cr Goss said.  

"Crs Pratt, Kingwill, Wilson and Sheehan couldn't be here today but have indicated their support from afar. 

“To my other Councillors here today, I appreciate the nomination – I know how much you’ve been doing over recent weeks, and I very much appreciate the work you’ve done and the incredible support you’ve given me. 

“To the community, the support has been incredible – from one-on-ones, to social media, to phone calls – it has been very humbling to have that support. 

“Looking forward, it’s back to business as we prepare to finalise our Annual Budget and Council Plan for the year ahead. As always, there is much work to be done with many important and exciting projects hitting our agenda soon, and I’m pleased to resume service to this wonderful community."

Cr Goss will lead Council for the remainder of the 2024/25 Mayoral term, which concludes in November when the next Mayoral election will be held.