Looking forward to a second-term

Ward Report: Cr Carli Lange
I WOULD LIKE to take this opportunity to thank our Yarra Ward community for their support, even though Yarra Ward residents didn’t have to vote as I was re-elected due to being uncontested.
However, I did receive many messages and affirmations of support, which I am so grateful to receive.
During my last term as councillor and by being an active community member, I know what matters to my represented Yarra Ward community, such as authentic, proactive, and transparent advocacy, protecting Manningham’s Green Wedge, and treasured historic heritage, responsible development and infrastructure planning, community safety and environment protection.
I am someone who will champion the best result for our community, such as quality services, park and bushland protection, genuine community consultation, wise financial management and rate efficiencies.
I am incredibly honoured to be sworn in as a Manningham Councillor for Yarra Ward again, for another term (2024–27), and deeply grateful to be trusted by the community, and work in partnership with Wonga Park, South Warrandyte, Park Orchards, North Ringwood and Warrandyte residents, who have placed me to represent them and make the best decisions for our Manningham community.
I know this role to be a privilege, and I am an active communicator and constant advocate for our community’s needs, desires, and vision.
I look forward to working with my fellow councillor colleagues to set the strategic direction and policies that are in the best interest of our community and aligned with our Community Vision and work tirelessly towards positive outcomes for everyone.
A huge and heartfelt thank you to the Yarra Ward community and family supporters, as your belief in me made this all possible.
I look forward to being a strong voice for quality service delivery in local government and a strong advocate for delivering environmental protection for our community.
In addition, I look forward to our current Yarra Ward community consultation drop-in sessions and all Yarra Ward residents having their say on everything Manningham.
Thank you, Yarra Ward residents, for your faith and trust!
Happy Christmas, and a safe New Year!

This column was written by Cr Carli Lange and reflects her views and opinions.
Cr Lange is not the official spokesperson for Council.