Councillor Profiles

The City of Albany Council comprises a Mayor and 12 Councillors, who are elected by the community for four-year terms. Elections take place every two years.

Telephone: 9841 9348

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Elected 18 October 2011 Term Expires: 2015 

Dennis Wellington was born in Albany and was first elected to Council in May, 2001 after finishing an active sporting career.  He has been a member of Council for eight and a half years, with a two year break between 2007 and 2009.  For four years during that time he has held the position as Deputy Mayor. 

Dennis worked in real estate for 16 years, in tourism for three and has spent the last 22 years in business. 

His vision is to grow Albany into a City with the capacity to educate children through to a university level, with the scope to offer them employment in their chosen field. 

Dennis believes that Albany needs to broaden its economic base by: 

·         Increasing tourism;

·         Attracting business development;

·         Facilitating the Grange mine where possible;

·         Providing ‘fly-in-fly-out’ partnerships with the Northwest mining industries; and

·         Maximising opportunities presented by the ANZAC Centenary Commemorations. 

Given Albany’s great climate, health facilities, education and lifestyle opportunities, Dennis aims to prove that it is Australia’s best place to live, work and invest.

Mobile: 0419 851 343

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Ward: Kalgan

Term expires: 2015

Yvonne Attwell was born in Subiaco WA, raised in Maddington and moved to Albany in 1963, giving her a good knowledge of local issues, offset by a broader base of experience.   

Yvonne studied at Armadale High School and later worked as a nursing aide. Property management and development form the basis of Yvonne’s current occupation. 

Five years spent on the Great Southern Grammar Council have given Yvonne a good grasp of local education issues, including some time as the Chair of the committee for planning building and grounds works. 

Yvonne represented the Town of Albany from 1981-87 and 1996-97, and brings managerial and organisational skills to Council while demonstrating a strong work ethic and good listening and evaluation skills. 

A vibrant caring community with a sound economic base to provide services, jobs and a life style future is Yvonne’s goal for all who would live here. 

Yvonne is committed to a strong united Council with positive leadership prepared to take Albany into the future.

Mobile: 0419 900 218

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Ward: Breaksea

Term expires: 2013

Ray Hammond moved to Albany in 2004 seeking a sea change.

Married family man, twenty five years senior management experience within the financial services sector, former Public Company Executive Chairman of both Australian and International Companies.  He has diverse business interests which extends to include behavioural science based software development, web based analytical services  and mineral exploration; Cr Hammond is also actively involved assisting a  new start  local  manufacturing  business to establish an overseas presence, he is a former executive member of the Albany Chamber of Commerce.

Ray is keen to elevate the Region's industry and tourism opportunities and help Council meet the economic development opportunities both now and into the future. He is  responsible for establishing the  ‘Albany Heart Safe’ project and the city wide distribution of defib machines.

Mobile: 0458 036 145

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Ward: West

Term expires: 2013

Don Dufty is a retired builder and former farmer who has previously served as a Councillor in the Shire of Plantagenet and the Town of Albany, and was a City of Albany Councillor from 1999-2001 and 2009.

His vision for Albany is of a vigorous, growing City that respects its history, but a City that encourages growth and development without letting out-of-date concepts destroy sensible progress.

Telephone: 0412 096 299

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Ward: Yakamia

Term expires: 2013

Robert Sutton is a father of 2 and has been self employed in Albany since returning in 1984.

Robert is one of the founding members of the Albany Kart Club, and past Captain and member of the Albany Surf Life Saving Club and past president and life member of the North Albany Football Club. 

Robert's vision is for the Albany Region to flourish, by maximising education and employment opportunities, applying a common sense approach to development, which will inturn encourage the young to stay in this amazing part of the world.

Telephone: (08) 9844 4891 (Home)

Fax: (08) 9844 4891

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Ward: Vancouver

Term expires: 2013

Dr David Bostock was elected to the City of Albany Council in October 2009.

David has spent all of his working life as a veterinarian, in the public service, as a university teacher and researcher, and as a senior partner in private practice.

David is a passionate believer in representative democracy and will always represent the view of the majority of respondents to any public consultation.

Telephone: (08) 9844 7487

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Ward: Kalgan 

Term expires: 2013

Chris Holden was elected to the City of Albany Council in March 2010, and re elected unopposed in 2011 for a two year term expiring in 2013. 

Chris was born and educated in England before moving to Australia at the age of 21.  He farmed in Mt Barker for twelve years and then moved into radio broadcasting first with 6VA in Albany and then to the ABC.  He was a manager at the ABC Radio in Geraldton before moving to Perth to take on a career as a producer.  Chris has owned a house in Albany for over 25 years and on his retirement moved to Albany permanently.

Over the years Chris has given many hours of his personal time volunteering and has served on many community group committees.

Chris believes Albany is a great place to live and believes Albany has an exciting future. His motto is "Protect our heritage & embrace our future."

Mobile: 0401 911 240

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Ward: Vancouver

Term expires: 2015

Launceston, Tasmania, was the birthplace of Local Government newcomer Sarah Bowles.Sarah studied to be a nurse and has a proven track record with community and volunteers through Albany Touch Football Association, Great Southern Factor Inc., Little Grove Primary School P&C executive. 

This experience shows Sarah’s drive, enthusiasm and ability to work effectively in a team environment. 

Sarah envisages the return of respect, integrity and confidence in the City of Albany Council and administration who work with the community and organisations at grass roots level to support and guide them to mutually agreed outcomes. This demands a high standard of policy, delivery and communication that supports community services and infrastructure.   

Sarah looks forward to a bright future for Albany.  A City recognised for its well managed parks, adequate pathways and sufficient cycle ways throughout our City that we promote. A happy and proud City that boasts a diverse and vibrant community or arts, sports and culture. 

Sarah is committed to maintaining contact with the community.

Mobile: 0428 478 782

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Ward: Breaksea

Term expires: 2015

Vince is a local business proprietor born in Subiaco WA, and raised in Bassendean. 

His community involvement is evident in Vince’s membership of the Albany Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Albany Gateway. 

Vince was a Town of Albany Councillor from 1996-1997, demonstrating team building, business, negotiation skills plus a positive attitude and a passion for Albany and the community to his work. 

Vince’s vision is for growth and development in Albany’s lifestyle, business and community facilities. He emphasises the importance of taking the wonderful qualities that Albany and the Great Southern has to offer to the rest of WA, Australia and the global community. 

Vince is committed to continuing the search for opportunities to enhance the Albany experience, attracting new education, industry and opportunities to retain our youth in the area.

Mobile: 0429 436 626

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Ward:  West

Term expires: 2015

Born in Perth, and educated at Christian Brothers Kalgoorlie and Marist Brothers in Leeton NSW, Gerry Gregson has a strong affinity for the Western Australian way of life. 

Gerry spent 40 years as a bush fire brigade volunteer in locations around WA, highlighted by his work as the Bornholm Bush Fire Control Officer. 

While Gerry has no former experience in Local Government, his work as a Telstra Field Manager across rural WA for the past 34 years included stints on larger metro and overseas projects, giving him a good grasp of corporate business practices. 

Gerry brings managerial expertise at a senior level and a wealth of life’s experience to the City of Albany Council after 20 years as a resident 

Albany is a beautiful place with tremendous history and it needs to be protected and nurtured, according to Gerry. Development needs to be carefully planned and considered to allow Albany to grow at a steady and sustainable pace.

Mobile: 0428 752 010

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Ward: Yakamia

Term expires: 2015

Born in Perth WA and raised in the Wheatbelt, Alan is a Justice of the Peace and local sole trader who serves on the Albany Cemetery Board and the Albany Regional Council of the Uniting Church. 

Alan was educated in Pantapin in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt, attended Wesley College and holds a Diploma in Local Government (Clerk). 

Over 20 years of administration experience at the Shire of Gingin, plus a stint as Shire Clerk/CEO from 1993-1997, give Alan an excellent knowledge of the local government environment. 

Alan has the ability to see ‘the big picture’, and is committed to seeking out relevant information to enable informed decision making. He will work as a team member while remaining strongly committed to his beliefs. 

Alan’s vision is for Albany to continue to grow as a major regional centre in a well coordinated way and for its world class heritage, history, views and lifestyle to be retained and enhanced for residents and visitors. 

The City of Albany is entering an exciting period of growth and development, Alan believes, as it prepares for the 2014-2018 ANZAC commemorative events under the watchful eye of the international community.

Mobile: 0408 936 445

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Ward: Frederickstown

Term expires: 2015

Greg was born in Collie and raised in Albany, completing year 12 at Albany Senior High School (ASHS) and completing a Bachelor of Education in 1994. 

Greg is currently the Director of Skill Hire Albany, and is also affiliated with local community sporting organisations. 

Greg’s small business experience in Albany will be beneficial to decision making in a local government environment.  Greg has good communication skills, is financially literate and has a good sense of community spirit. 

Albany should provide leadership for the Great Southern regions, acting progressively to attract investment while preserving cultural heritage. Greg maintains Albany should be number one on the list of destinations chosen by travellers to honour our ANZAC heritage.

Mobile: 0412 318 391

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Ward: Frederickstown

Term expires: 2013

Carolyn, married with three adult children, has a long family history with Albany, dating back to the early whaling, trading and overland telegraph, and therefore has a keen appreciation of the City’s heritage. Her professional experience includes retail management and more recently an active involvement in a family business specialising in quality control for manufacturing industries.

Cr Dowling was formerly a Councillor for the City of Melville during which time she served on the Planning, Finance and Works Committees.  She also attended a local government training course at the University of Canberra.

Cr Dowling is keen to focus on the needs of the senior citizens and their role in the community as well as those of young families. She understands the need to work hard to ensure and regain respect and credibility for the City Council.

With a vision for rational economic development and sustainable growth, Cr Dowling wishes to attract new industry vigour to the region while giving regard to Albany’s history and lifestyle.