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Councillor Lara Carli has been elected City of Melton Mayor, with Councillor Julie Shannon elected Deputy Mayor.
“I’m honoured to be elected Mayor of this city and I look forward to working with Deputy Mayor Councillor Julie Shannon to represent the community over the coming year,” the newly-elected Mayor said.
“Our Council is committed to working together to provide outstanding services and stronger investment for our whole community.
“Being one of Australia’s fastest growing areas, we need infrastructure that keeps pace.
“We’re all working hard to make sure everyone has access to good council services, outdoor spaces, recreation facilities, roads, paths and more.
“I look forward to advocating at a state and federal level for better roads, rail, buses, health, education and jobs for everyone in the City of Melton – and holding everyone to the promises they make this election,” she said.
Mayor Carli thanked former Mayor, Goran Kesic for his hard work and dedication to the community over the past year.
She is serving her third term on Council and was previously Deputy Mayor in 2021/22 and 2018/19.