{"id":2658,"date":"2024-10-15T16:34:35","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T05:34:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theadvocate.net.au\/?p=2658"},"modified":"2024-10-15T16:34:35","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T05:34:35","slug":"candidate-fiona-tipping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theadvocate.net.au\/2024\/10\/15\/candidate-fiona-tipping\/","title":{"rendered":"Candidate – Fiona Tipping"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fiona Tipping is a candidate for this year’s Ararat Rural City Council election. Here’s her pitch.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hi I\u2019m Fiona.<\/p>\n

For over two decades, I\u2019ve worked across the Grampians region in various roles from cleaner to disability advocate.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s because of this history that I was privileged to choose Ararat as my permanent home 4 years ago.<\/p>\n

I am passionate about making a difference for everyone, and my experiences have given me a deep understanding of the challenges our community faces.<\/p>\n

I am the only candidate endorsed by a political party in Ararat Rural City (though it\u2019s a smaller, less traditional one).<\/p>\n

I chose this party because its values align with mine\u2014honesty, equity, and the belief that there are real alternatives to the status quo.<\/p>\n

I believe in being transparent about where I stand, and I\u2019m committed to keeping my promise to do all that I can to influence my fellow councillors and other levels of Government to be progressive, inclusive and innovative.<\/p>\n

My style has always been one of collaboration and diplomacy, which has resulted in great success in my career.<\/p>\n

I have a proven track record for successfully lobbying politicians of differing levels and political persuasions for positive change.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve also participated in various Royal Commissions and Parliamentary Inquiries.<\/p>\n

Council plays a crucial role in shaping our community\u2019s future, and politics is part of that process. To claim otherwise is misleading.<\/p>\n

We need leadership that is willing to embrace all voices, not just those of a select few.<\/p>\n

The feedback I\u2019ve heard from many is clear: community consultation must improve in all areas of decision making.<\/p>\n

\u2018Nothing about us, without us\u2019 is my stance.<\/p>\n

I am committed to ensuring that every member of our community has a seat at the table, that decisions reflect our diversity, and that we plan for long-term sustainability\u2014both locally and beyond.<\/p>\n

The challenges facing our town are not isolated from what\u2019s happening nationally or globally.<\/p>\n

By working together, we can create a future where Ararat is not only united but thriving.<\/p>\n

Together, we can stand proud, make a difference, and build a prosperous future for everyone.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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