COGG Hamlyn Heights Eddy Kontelj

Hamlyn Heights

Eddy Kontelj

Occupation: Executive Director.

Resides: Geelong.

How long have you lived in your ward?

Approximately 56 years.

Community involvement:

I am a current standing Councillor with the City of Greater Geelong Council, and have been since 2010. I head up Achilles Geelong. I set two world records (2003 & 2007) for “‘Longest Static Cycling Marathon” while raising awareness and funds for the Asthma Foundation and beyondblue. Between 2017 and 2020 I was the Honorary Consul for the Republic of Slovenia.

Associated with a political party or movement?

No.

Preferencing: 1 Kontelj, 2 Hood, 3 Nicita, 4 Carr.

Campaign budget? Receiving financial assistance? Modest, however, sufficient to run an effective campaign. Am not receiving any financial assistance, and never have.

Three most important issues in your ward?

Reduce Council rate burden in order to reduce the cost of living. Investment in roads, footpaths, drainage, playgrounds and waste management, including free hard waste collection. Assist and support community organisations and sporting clubs, the elderly and military veterans.