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Buloke Shire has seven elected Councillors, including a Mayor and Deputy Mayor, representing the Shire’s three electoral wards.
Collectively, they are responsible for making decisions about local issues and representing the interests of the Buloke Shire community.
The current Councillors were elected in November 2020 and will serve until 2024.
Cr Vis resigned as Mallee Ward Councillor in July 2022. A By-election was subsequently held in October, with Bernadette Hogan elected as the new Mallee Ward Councillor, announced on 28 October 2022.
Cr David Pollard (Deputy Mayor) Mobile: 0458 918 638 Email: crpollard@buloke.vic.gov.au
Cr Pollard is currently serving a fourth term as Councillor. David’s extensive community outreach has included involvement with Ambulance Victoria, the CFA, Scouts Victoria, along with being the driver of the community purchase of Charlton’s Rex Theatre. David’s lifetime experience on the family farm near Wycheproof brings an understanding to rural issues as well as urban concerns. A representative of the Lower Avoca Ward since 2008 David has served three terms as Mayor from November 2011, 2016 and 2017, as well as holding the role of Deputy Mayor twice. He was elected Deputy Mayor again in November 2022.
Cr Carolyn Stewart *Leave of absence from 8 February 2023 until 9 May 2023. Mobile: 0488 032 063 Email: crstewart@buloke.vic.gov.au
Cr. Stewart’s second term on Council has seen her elected as a representative of the Lower Avoca Ward. With a strong commitment to ensuring future growth and viability for the region, Carolyn’s accountancy background, family involvement and farming commitments at Buckrabanyule have her well placed to understand the future directions for Buloke’s prosperity. Carolyn has served two terms as Mayor from November 2018, 2019, and has also served on the Local Government Minister's Mayoral Advisory Panel in 2020.
Cr Alan Getley (Mayor) Mobile: 0437 876 726 Email: crgetley@buloke.vic.gov.au
A first term Councillor, Cr. Getley is representing the Mallee Ward. Alan is keen to see employment opportunities grow through attracting more industry to Buloke, along with retaining young people in area. Building strong communication through greater community interaction and exploring ways of easing the rate burden are also key areas of focus. Alan has embraced leadership roles across many sectors of the Charlton community, and seeks to bring a fresh approach to Council.
Cr Getley was elected Deputy Mayor in November 2021, and Mayor in November 2022.
Cr Bernadette Hogan
Mobile: 0488 032 723 Email: crhogan@buloke.vic.gov.au
It is a return to Council duty for Councillor elect Hogan, who served as a Mallee Ward Councillor between 2005-2008 as well as having been a member of the Council’s Audit Committee.
Bernadette has been elected as the new Mallee Ward Councillor for Buloke Shire Council following results a by-election announcement on 28 October 2022.
Bernadette farms with her husband locally and she brings a strong skill set in accounting and business management. Campaigning on sustainability and liveability, she advocates for transparency and accountability in determining the equitable distribution of financial resources and services across all Buloke Shire communities.
Cr Graeme Milne Mobile: 0419 126 911 Email: crmilne@buloke.vic.gov.au
Cr. Milne has begun his third term as Councillor representing the Mount Jeffcott Ward. Passionate about being a voice for the people, Graeme believes Buloke will continue to build on its successes and provide valuable outcomes for all ratepayers and residents. An active volunteer in the Watchem community, Graeme’s skills are focused on providing strong representation for all across the wider Buloke region. Graeme served as Deputy Mayor from November 2016 to November 2017.
Cr Bronwyn Simpson Mobile: 0436 914 253 Email: crsimpson@buloke.vic.gov.au
Cr. Simpson is commencing her second term on Council - this time as a representative for the Mount Jeffcott Ward where she holds part-time employment.
Bronwyn is focused on maximizing the potential of the Council Plan, within budget, and in ways which will enhance the liveability of Buloke. Environment, economic development and advocacy for rural issues are highlighted, and her background in customer relations and committee membership are a plus for community engagement.
Cr Daryl Warren Mobile: 0427 194 422 Email: crwarren@buloke.vic.gov.au
Cr. Warren has been elected for a second term on Council. Daryl has been heavily involved in numerous community initiatives, and is keen to see Buloke as a vibrant, welcoming region. With a “can-do” attitude and an ability to respond willingly to resident’s needs, financial accountability - now and for the future – is also an integral part of his vision. Daryl was voted in as Mayor in November 2020 and 2021 and has served as Deputy Mayor between November 2017 and November 2019.