Nsw Council Elections

'Everyone needs a voice': Indigenous councillors on the forefront of change

Louise Thrower
November 11 2021 - 7:00am
Goulburn Mulwaree councillor Alfie Walker lauds moves to increase Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation in local government. Photo: Louise Thrower.
Goulburn Mulwaree councillor Alfie Walker lauds moves to increase Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation in local government. Photo: Louise Thrower.

In 2012, a young Alf Walker noticed his local council in the NSW southern tablelands was lacking in young people, councillors from lower socio-economic backgrounds and indigenous representatives.

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Louise Thrower

Louise Thrower

Senior journalist

If you have a story to tell, drop me a line at louise.thrower@austcommunitymedia.com.au or call 0418 229 678.

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