Thursday August 1st 2024.
“Three years ago, we made history when I was elected as the City of Sydney’s first Aboriginal councillor. Today, I’m announcing that I’m running to be Sydney’s next Mayor”
“My vision is for a vibrant and inclusive city humming with opportunity and accessible to all. To achieve this, we need to build more affordable housing, accelerate the transition to a green economy and champion our artists and local businesses.”
“I’ll work with the State Government to approve more housing and require major developments to include affordable rental housing built on site. I’ll also double the City’s Affordable Housing Fund to provide more homes for essential workers, creatives and those escaping domestic violence.”
“We’ll continue to electrify Council operations. But if we’re to reach net zero, we need others to do the same. I’ll establish a rates rebate for households and businesses who install solar or switch to green power.”
“I’ll invest in community infrastructure, cut red tape for creative and cultural endeavours, and incentivise mixed-use development and design excellence.”
“It’s time for a renewed vision and fresh leadership. Leadership that puts community engagement ahead of PR spin and legacy building.”
“Oxford Street is in a sad state, as are other parts of the city. Our nightlife is in retreat, our arts institutions are suffering and we’re losing too many creatives and young people. This has all happened over many years on Clover Moore's watch.”
“So too has the decline in basic services. Things like waste management, and the asbestos clean-up which has been far too slow.”
"As an independent councillor, I have successfully advocated for affordable housing, accessible streets, community and domestic violence supports, greater representation of First Nations culture, transparent decision-making and public information access."
“I’ve learnt a lot over my first term and my work in senior positions in government and community organisations. I'm running to be Sydney's first Aboriginal Mayor. A Mayor who serves rather than presides. I’m ready and the time is right. Sydney, once more, let’s make history together.”