Les Larke, Bunurong Ward Where do you live?
Wonthaggi.
How long have you lived in Bass Coast?
My family has lived permanently in Bass Coast since mid-1970s, firstly Cape Paterson then Wonthaggi and Inverloch. I have three children and four young grandchildren, and have resided in Wonthaggi for the past 9 years.
What is your previous community involvement (voluntary work or membership), either in Bass Coast or another area?
Volunteer and lead person campaigning since 2013 to Save and Preserve Wonthaggi Cemetery.
Also involved in Rose Lodge (Wonthaggi Aged Care Facility) activities for the benefit of residents.
Wonthaggi.
How long have you lived in Bass Coast?
My family has lived permanently in Bass Coast since mid-1970s, firstly Cape Paterson then Wonthaggi and Inverloch. I have three children and four young grandchildren, and have resided in Wonthaggi for the past 9 years.
What is your previous community involvement (voluntary work or membership), either in Bass Coast or another area?
Volunteer and lead person campaigning since 2013 to Save and Preserve Wonthaggi Cemetery.
Also involved in Rose Lodge (Wonthaggi Aged Care Facility) activities for the benefit of residents.
I have also worked closely with primary, secondary and tertiary student mentoring programs including Young Achievement Australia to develop skills, capacities and understanding in all young Australians through partnership with business, government, education and the community.
Have you stood for election before in local, state or federal government?
Yes - elected Councillor in 2016.
Do you belong to a political party?
Kindly note I am not connected to or associated with any political party, ideology or voting block. I am running for office independently, and will deal with candidate ranking and council issues on their merits.
Name the three local issues that you consider most important and explain how you think the council should tackle them:
Issues 1-3: To be Wise, Transparent and Genuine.
Issue 4: Social connection and inclusion, mental health and wellbeing
Issue 5: Coastal erosion
Have you stood for election before in local, state or federal government?
Yes - elected Councillor in 2016.
Do you belong to a political party?
Kindly note I am not connected to or associated with any political party, ideology or voting block. I am running for office independently, and will deal with candidate ranking and council issues on their merits.
Name the three local issues that you consider most important and explain how you think the council should tackle them:
Issues 1-3: To be Wise, Transparent and Genuine.
Issue 4: Social connection and inclusion, mental health and wellbeing
Issue 5: Coastal erosion