By Marcus Uhe
Labor candidate for Narre Warren North, Belinda Wilson has listed a stint on her children’s primary school council as an impetus for her to join state politics.
A change in government in 2014 when Daniel Andrews and the Labor Party toppled Denis Napthine and the Liberals saw success in upgrades for the school’s facilities, Ms Wilson said, which “transformed” the school after years of unsuccessful funding applications.
“I saw first-hand the difference that Labor Governments make – so I wanted to be a part of that movement,” Ms Wilson said.
“I am standing for Labor because I believe in building a fairer future – for everyone. And because I know only Labor can deliver outcomes that work for all of us.”
With the seat being vacated by Luke Donnellan, who has been the sitting Member since the electorate’s inception in 2002, Ms Wilson will have big shoes to fill in the Labor-stronghold, should she be successful.
She said investments into healthcare, the removal of the Webb Street Level Crossing and a promised $24 million upgrade to Hallam Senior College should the Labor Party retain government for a third successive term were a sign of Labor’s commitment to the area.
“The people of Narre Warren North deserve strong representation. I have the experience and dedication, and I won’t waste a day in delivering what our community needs. I’ll work as hard for the people of Narre Warren North as I work for my family.”
Ms Wilson will run against Liberal candidate Timothy Dragan and Independent Stephen Capon for the seat.
