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An important message from Councillor Ron Nelson

I love Geelong. I was raised and educated here, and I am passionate about fulfilling the potential and opportunities that lie ahead for our City.
 
During my 46 years in Geelong, I have a long track record of community service. I have loved supporting and playing for my local cricket and football clubs, and been privileged to be involved with many wonderful charities and clubs such as Highton Rotary, Geelong Lions, Give Where You Live, Beyond Blue, and I am a proud member of the Geelong CATS AFL and a Foundation member of Geelong Cats AFLW, Geelong RSL, and our Libraries. Such involvement has instilled in me a deep connection and love of Geelong, and a real understanding of the issues facing local residents and small businesses.
 
My drive for action and local understanding is supported by my experience as a former chef, small business owner, work with the Department of Defence and my current role as a frontline worker supporting people that have been injured at work. I know how to get things done compassionately, efficiently, effectively, on time and on budget.
 
I have consistently delivered on my promises to our community, but there is more work that needs to be done. First and foremost is a rates freeze to ease the burden on ratepayers and renters.
 
I pledge to work tirelessly for you and for our community to ensure our essential needs are met reasonably and economically, and that Council sticks to its core responsibilities.
Signed by Ron Nelson

— Councillor Ron Nelson, Barrabool Hills Ward
City of Greater Geelong

YOUR COUNCILLOR DELIVERING FOR OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY…

  • Saved and improved local libraries – open and funded
  • Delivered two annual free hard rubbish collections – now fighting for tip vouchers
  • Continue championing our local businesses, sporting clubs and organisations – the heart of our community!
  • Investing in roads, footpaths, playgrounds & dog parks
  • We need efficient and sensitive planning processes with proper community consultation
  • More funding to combat graffiti and illegal dumping
  • Fighting for lower council facility fees for increased community participation and saving you money
  • I will continue to lobby State Government for better public transport in Geelong, and to Melbourne & Avalon Airport
  • I championed the one million trees project, and more
Celebrating the upgrade to our local playgrounds
Celebrating the upgrade to our local playgrounds
With the Highton Traders association at the announcement of the new footpath works
With the Highton Traders association at the announcement of the new footpath works
With Cr Kontelj at the 105th Anniversary of the Waurn Ponds Memorial Reserve Avenue of Honour
With Cr Kontelj at the 105th Anniversary of the Waurn Ponds Memorial Reserve Avenue of Honour
Cooking on the BBQ with the Alexander Thomson Cricket Club at 'what's for dinner' Highton'
Cooking on the BBQ with the Alexander Thomson Cricket Club at 'what's for dinner' Highton'
With the Highton CFA volunteers at Highton Village
With the Highton CFA volunteers at Highton Village
Announcing a funding grant at a local community garden
Announcing a funding grant at a local community garden
With Bella our rescue Husky at the Belmont Dog park, my favourite project
With Bella our rescue Husky at the Belmont Dog park, my favourite project
With Cr Aitken at the National tree planting day
With Cr Aitken at the National tree planting day
Visiting the boys at a Men's Shed
Visiting the boys at a Men's Shed
Celebrating the upgrade to our local playgrounds
Celebrating the upgrade to our local playgrounds
Cooking on the BBQ with the Alexander Thomson Cricket Club at 'what's for dinner' Highton'
Cooking on the BBQ with the Alexander Thomson Cricket Club at 'what's for dinner' Highton'
With Mayor Trent Sullivan at the Geelong Nepalese Association Holi Day
With Mayor Trent Sullivan at the Geelong Nepalese Association Holi Day
At the new crossing on Burdekin drive Highton with the lollipop man, Mayor Trent Sullivan and Bella
At the new crossing on Burdekin drive Highton with the lollipop man, Mayor Trent Sullivan and Bella
Tossing the bat at a BBL match at GMHBA Stadium
Tossing the bat at a BBL match at GMHBA Stadium
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Our City, Our Vision, Our Candidate: Vote 1 Ron Nelson