Drawing A Line Under the Campaign
The QPRC election was held this past weekend, and despite my efforts to offer a fresh perspective and new solutions, I wasn’t chosen to represent the community. The voter’s outcome is clear: no change, staying with the existing ratios of councillors. I genuinely respect the voters’ decision. Their will is final and undeniable, and their judgment is one I fully accept.
First and foremost, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported me throughout this brief journey, particularly the small business community and ratepayers struggling with the rising costs of living. Your encouragement pushed me forward to present my ideas and concerns to the public. Running for office is no small decision, and I’m grateful for the trust you had in me. While the result wasn’t what we hoped for, I’m proud of the effort we made together.
To the candidates who were elected, congratulations. I acknowledge that my campaign was built around critiquing the council’s past results, and while my approach was direct, I now look forward to working together—both as a resident and a participant in our community. I hope that any differences we’ve had during the campaign won’t overshadow the goal we all share: making our region a better place to live. I believe in moving forward with cooperation and respect, as there’s still much to be done for our community. You can count on my support where my skills can be helpful.
Sincerely, I remain committed to the issues I raised throughout my campaign. These were genuine concerns, and by bringing them into the public discourse, I believe they offered residents a broader spectrum of topics to consider. While my platform may not have garnered widespread support, I’m confident that I did my part in contributing to the conversation. The stones I turned over are now part of the considerations that helped voters make their choice—and that’s something I feel good about. And, at the end of the day, voters choose what’s right for themselves.
In a few weeks, I will archive my campaign website under a new tab, “2024 Campaign,” and look ahead to restarting my blog afresh. I enjoyed the process, and I especially appreciated the many thoughtful questions I received throughout the campaign.
The campaign, though brief at 10 weeks, was an energizing experience. I particularly loved being at the Jerrabomberra polling place on Saturday, seeing families enjoy the sausage sizzle and cake stall, and greeting many gorgeous dogs while voters queued up. That sense of community is what keeps us all connected, and it’s something I cherish deeply.
Personally, I’m looking forward to refocusing on my family and businesses in the coming months. I’m excited too at long last, to devote more time starting the rebuild of my home after its loss in the 2017 Currandooley fire.
It’s time to move forward with optimism. To the new council and to my fellow residents, I wish you all the best as you embark on this next term. Here’s to a future of positive outcomes!
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