Tell us about yourself and what you did before getting elected into the council.
I have always volunteered across different local groups and in recent years served as a local Justice of the Peace. I led the Save Doveton Pool campaign, which inspired me to run for council. Before becoming mayor, I worked for the Parliament of Victoria, helping residents and community groups, and supporting various local MPs.
What has been your most memorable moment during your first month on the council?
Being elected mayor by my fellow councillors. It’s an incredible honour to lead this exciting, new chapter for the City of Casey.
If you were an animal, what animal would you be?
I’d be an elephant; they are such intelligent and gentle animals.
What were you like as a kid?
Sport mad, a bit of a nerd.
What event, past or present, would you like to witness?
Carlton winning a Premiership! I’d also love to see a FIFA World Cup in Australia, with some matches in Casey!
Which six dinner guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner?
Johnny Warren, Former Socceroos Captain; Bob Hawke, Former Prime Minister; Cathy Freeman, Olympic Champion; Father Bob Maguire, Inspiring Community Worker, and Priest; Ita Buttrose, Media Icon; and Tony Hawk, Professional Skateboarder
What three words would your friends use to describe you?
Happy, helpful, and busy!
What would you do on your perfect ’day off’?
Breakfast with my wife at a local café and then some fun with our kids and friends at playgrounds or a pool.
Where is your happy place?
Home. I love where we live and spending time with my friends and family – eating good food and relaxing.
If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook?
Cooking is not my specialty. I’m more of a ‘preparer’! I make a good chicken pasta though (mum’s recipe).
Where is your dream holiday destination?
Can I say Bali, where there are kids-clubs and relaxing resorts?! My wife and I hope to one day visit Scotland and the Netherlands together, where our families are from.
