Shire of Augusta-Margaret River

05/07/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/06/2024 19:22

Melissa D'Ath Sworn in as Councillor

Councillor D'Ath Attends First Meeting


Melissa D'Ath was sworn in as a Councillor last night, ahead of a special council meeting.

Melissa fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Councillor Paula Cristoffanini, in accordance with the Local Government Act 1995. The Act states where a vacancy occurs within 12 months of an election it should be offered to the candidate that received the next highest number of votes at that election.

More information about Melissa is available in her councillor profile.

The special council meeting was held to appoint Councillors to Council and External Committees. Minutes of this meeting will be made available on Meeting Agendas and Minutes page of the website.