City of Greater Bendigo, Lockwood, Jay Brady

Lockwood Ward

Jay Brady

Occupation: Project Management and Charity President and Secretary.

Resides: Bendigo.

How long have you lived in your council?

Nearly three years.

Community involvement: Whether it be school or charity fundraisers, Young Achievers, caring for the elderly, men’s shed, emergency services, action groups, or disaster recovery – community is in my DNA. I volunteered with BlazeAid in flood recovery works in Goornong… Involved in foster caring… Currently lead a charity in disaster recovery.

Associated with a political party or movement? No.

Preferencing: There are only two candidates in this election.

Campaign budget? Receiving financial support? $30,000 – no assistance.

Three most important issues in your ward?:

Planning and development… Bendigo is growing, and there is a need for both residential and industrial development which needs careful planning attention… Infrastructure needs to be given priority focus. Roads, paths, bike lanes/tracks, drains, facilities, transport, amenities, and even waste management all need better attention… Business and businesses need better support…