Local Government Elections

The Town of Port Hedland Local Government Election was held on Saturday, 28 March, to fill nine vacancies, including a new Mayor and eight Councillors. 

Jacinta Behrend was elected as Mayor, with Russell McDowall, Rachael Baxter, Zoe Little, Sharon Todd, Frank Edwards, Troy Melville and Lorraine Butson elected to Council.

In accordance with section 2.32(1)(c) of the Local Government Act 1995, one position is vacant due to Adrian McRae’s failure to make the required declaration of office within the prescribed timeframe.

The vacancy is being filled in accordance with Schedule 4.1A of the Act.

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