Les Larke Q&A

Les Larke is a candidate for the Bunurong Ward in the
Bass Coast Shire Council election.

1. Where do you live?
Wonthaggi
 
2. 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 now Inverloch. I have three children and four young grandchildren, and have resided in Wonthaggi since 2012.
 
3. What is your previous community involvement (voluntary work or membership), either in Bass Coast or another area?
Active campaigner to save and preserve Wonthaggi Cemetery. Also involved in Rose Lodge (Aged Care Facility), Young Achievement Australia and Bass Coast Parkinson’s Support Group activities.

4. What experience or attributes do you bring that will help you in the role of shire councillor?
Refer ballot paper Candidate Statement

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5. Have you stood for election before in local, state or federal government?
Yes, current sitting councillor first elected 2016, then re-elected 2020
 
6. Do you belong to a political party?
No
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7. Are you directing preferences?
No
 
8. Name up to five local issues that you consider most important and explain how you believe the council should tackle them.
 
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Issue 5
 
Refer ballot paper Candidate Statement
 
9. Name the one thing you would most like to achieve if you are elected a Bass Coast Shire councillor.
Refer ballot paper Candidate Statement