Golden Plains, Helena Kirby

GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE

Helena Kirby

Occupation: Business owner Rokewood Takeaway and manager Rokewood Post Office and Newsagency.

Resides: Rokewood

How long have you lived in your council?:

33 years.

Community involvement: Golden Plains Rural Network group. Passionate with community planning. Support local groups, kindergarten, school, men’s shed, playgroup, cricket etc.

Associated with a political party or movement?

No I have not been associated with any political party.

Preferencing: Brett Cunningham, Gavin Gamble, Lachlan Glen, John Crowe, Sarah Hayden and Emma Robbins, to ensure we have a good mix of genders.

Campaign budget? Receiving financial support? Not receiving any financial assistance. Campaign budget is very low.

Three most important issues in your area?

Economic development, tourism development… Investment and planning for the future… A good mix of residential and rural living properties a high priority… Road networks at a high standard, increase of maintenance and drainage. Upgrades to sporting facilities, the arts and youth, access and inclusion for the aged and disabilities or on a planning issue.