City of Greater Bendigo, Lockwood, John McIlrath

Lockwood Ward

John McIlrath

Occupation: Self-employed.

Resides: Maiden Gully.

How long have you lived in your ward? –

Community involvement: My business sponsors the Marong Football and Netball Club. My daughter played netball for Marong Netball Club. I was the Marong Football seniors timekeeper for two seasons. I was a police officer in Bendigo for four years, I have served on sub committees of the Bendigo and District RSL. I raised $20,000 for Bendigo Oncology in 20213.

Associated with a political party or movement? No, I am not affiliated with any political party. I believe local council should be about representing the people of our community, not party politics.

My focus is on serving the residents of Lockwood ward and making decisions that reflect their needs and interests.

Preferencing: I am not preferencing anyone.

Campaign budget? Receiving financial support?: I have no campaign budget. I will be printing some flyers to put up on local notice boards and meeting with groups at community gatherings.

Three most important issues in your ward?:

The state of the roads throughout the ward, lack of infrastructure for those around Lockwood, public safety.