The Mayne Team has announced their Mayoral candidate for the Eurobodalla Shire Council elections to be held on December 4, 2021.
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Karyn Starmer will lead the ticket that also includes current councillor Anthony Mayne, Trevor Moore, and Dr Michelle Hamrosi.
A spokesperson for The Mayne Team said Mrs Starmer and her husband Neil had been "actively engaged in the Eurobodalla community since settling in Moruya with their two children in 1999.
Karyn is a journalist and producer who is "committed to her local community".
"Karyn has held positions in many local school, club and community organisations, including Moruya SLSC, Broulee Dolphins RUFC, South Coast Anglican Schools Board, Mirrabooka Riding Club, and as an organiser of the Moruya Jazz Festival and Moruya Town to Surf Fun Run," the Mayne Team spokesperson said.
Karyn is seeking election as Mayor because she believes the Eurobodalla is at an important crossroad in its history.
"Change is upon us. If we do not act now to change the way our council plans for growth, serves its community and protects our natural assets, we will end up as yet another sprawling, unfriendly, urban environment. The Eurobodalla deserves better local government and a better future," she said.
"I'm running for Mayor because modern councils need experienced, executive level leaders - free from conflicts of interest - to safeguard our treasured way of life through this time of change.
"I'm an ex-financial markets trader, now a journalist. So, I'm highly analytical and organised, trained to ask the hard questions, and a strong communicator and leader.
"I'll work to restore balance in the Chamber, so your Councillors drive the agenda not the executive.
"I care deeply about our communities; I understand the wide range of interests and needs. As mayor, I will serve the community with integrity, transparency and remain free from outside influence."
Councillor Anthony Mayne has known and worked with Karyn for many years on a regional school board.
"I am inspired by Karyn's commitment to our community," he said.
"My experience of Karyn is that she is a person that gets things done. She asks the hard questions yet has a strong ability to listen.
"She does not need anyone to hold her hand through complex matters.
"A passionate member of our community, Karyn would make a terrific mayor who would lead and represent our community.
"Karyn would be a voice for our community, something that is currently missing from our council."
