Our Group A candidates are among the region’s hardest working and most upstanding citizens. They’re respected and trusted within their individual communities, and they’re already deep in the trenches, helping to make our region a better place for all.
Born and bred in Queanbeyan, Kenrick has been a proud Googong Resident since 2014. He has served our community as a Councillor since 201 and as Mayor since 2022. Kenrick has been the President of Queanbeyan East P&C for 8 years and assisted in establishing the Googong PS P&C. Kenrick is a father of three who is proud to raiseg his family in Googong.
Bill Waterhouse, aka Wombat Bill from Majors Creek, is our very own wildlife warrior and lifetime educator. He currently tutors at Braidwood High School. When he’s not caring for injured and homeless animals, he's busy advocating for the people of his community on numerous committees in the Braidwood area.
As president of the Jerrabomberra Residents Association for the last 15 years, Margot has advocated tirelessly for the Jerrabomberra community on many issues, including the location of the Jerrabomberra High School, flight path noise and the need for Dunns Creek Road (a road to divert Googong traffic away from Jerrabomberra to Canberra).
Margot is passionate about building strong communities and has organised the popular Carols@Jerra event since 2019.
Kylie is an active community member, involved with the Jerrabomberra Public School (JPS) and Jerrabomberra High School (JHS) P&C Associations. She served as JPS P&C President for four years and is now Vice President. As an inaugural Vice President of JHS P&C, Kylie led the successful 2022 'Zone Jerra to Jerra' campaign to overturn a state government zoning decision. She also secured a $40 million commitment for JHS Stage 2, planned to open in 2027.
From his first soccer kick with the Monaro Panthers at age five, Alex Tine was hooked. Now, after 46 years as a player, coach, treasurer, and president, he's deeply embedded in the club. A former Queanbeyan South and Karabar High student, Alex was also an elite cyclist, representing the ACT and winning many titles. His diverse career spans from push bike mechanic to bakery owner, and now as the owner of Monaro Built Homes, he focuses on high-end residential builds.
Dean is a proud ADF veteran, who has been a Googong Resident since 2019. Dean has served the local community as President of the Googong Residents Association since 2022, as well as Vice-President of the Googong PS P&C since it was established. Dean intends to bring his infectious positivity to Council, and to work tirelessly to ensure our region continues to flourish.
Written and Authorised by Margot Sachse 15 Melaleuca Place Jerrabomberra NSW 2619
Born and bred in Auckland of Maori and Scottish descent, Shane moved to Queanbeyan in 2002 and has lived here since.
As the owner of Code Protection Group, Shane provides the security for every licensed venue in the region. Shane is obsessed with giving back to the community that supports him, and Code Protection Group is a major sponsor of the Queanbeyan Blues Juniors and Monaro Panthers Seniors.
Queanbeyan personality and long-term businessman Peter Lindbeck says it’s time for him to give back to the region that’s been “unbelievably good” to him since he was born here in 1960.
Peter attended St Edmund’s College before taking over from dad Bill at Lindbeck’s Butchery on Cooma Street in 1978. He’s been there ever since; and his sausages are world-famous.
Peter admits he’s always been opinionated but looks forward to bringing a strong vision and deep care for the people of the region to co
If there was ever a man well-known for channelling his time and energy into making Queanbeyan and the region a better place, Tony Wood is it.
In his roles in hospitality, he’s poured beers for literally thousands of locals, from the RSL Memorial Bowling Club to the Queanbeyan Leagues Club.
Even if you think you don’t know Tony, you actually do. He’s been inside the Victor the Viking suit at Canberra Raiders home games for almost 40 years.
Tony grew up in Nimmitabel and moved to Canberra at age 18. But his life changed forever when he moved to Bungendore to play centre for the Tigers in 1991. Two years later Tony was appointed club secretary, marking the beginning of a 31-year commitment to the administration side of the club he loves. Bungendore instantly became home.
Outside of footy, Tony is a respected and trusted financial adviser. His firm – Linray Finance and Leasing – has operated for three decades in Queanbeyan.
If you or your kids have ever played basketball in Queanbeyan, you’ll know Jan’s face. Jan has served as President and Invited Director of the Queanbeyan District Basketball Association for over 30 years. As well as coaching over 1000 kids, she’s a huge advocate for all sports and the role they play in the mental and physical wellbeing of our children and teens across the region.
Jan launched her own small business, Bridge Strata, in 2017.
Written and Authorised by Margot Sachse 15 Melaleuca Place Jerrabomberra NSW 2619
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