Meet Candidates For Riverina LLS Board Member Election

Riverina Local Land Services has encouraged ratepayers to register to vote in the local board member election from May 21 to June 14.

Voting packs can be requested until June 12.

In the Riverina, six candidates stand for election to the local board, with three positions available.

The candidates are:

• Alison Hamilton, Gregadoo;

• Timothy Findlay, Young;

• Robert Matthews, Hay;

• Robert McCormack, Junee;

• Elizabeth Stott, Gogeldrie; and

• Anthony Shepherd, Cootamundra.

Riverina Local Land Services General Manager Ray Willis said voting in the upcoming election is an opportunity for ratepayers to ensure the local board reflects their needs.

“Our local board members are a key asset, setting local strategies and direction for the region and assist us connect with the community to seek valuable feedback that ensures our services are meeting the needs of our ratepayers,” Mr Willis said.

“In the Riverina, we have six strong candidates vying for election to our local board who are all well known and respected within their districts and respective fields.

“Voting is the best way to make sure our local board reflects your needs and priorities, so we’re asking you to request your voting pack and have your say.”

To vote, you must first request a voting pack, which can be sent to you electronically.

You can request a voting pack by submitting your request online, calling Local Land Services on 1300 795 299 or visiting your closest Local Land Services office.

To be eligible, you must be an individual who is 18 years or older and an occupier of a rateable holding under the Local Land Services Act 2013.

The holding may consist of wholly or partly rateable land.

Visit www.lls.nsw.gov.au/board-recruitment for more information about your candidates and how to vote in your local board election.

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