General News
14 March, 2024
Barnes to ‘listen’ to residents
CASSOWARY Coast deputy mayor Barry Barnes is having another tilt at division 2.
“I’m standing for division 2 in our local council elections. I’m enthusiastic about division 2 and our whole region,” said Cr Barnes (above). “My experiences past and present, are, as a boilermaker, cane and cattle farmer, machinery contractor, president of Tigers Leagues Club, president of Tully Rugby League Club, councillor in the former Cardwell Shire Council, and currently deputy mayor in the Cassowary Coast Regional Council.
“I think listening to the public is important. I’ll continue to support agriculture, help businesses, assist all clubs, and the public.
“I’ll push for more grants for council and organisations and utilise these to the fullest.
“It’s important that we keep our towns and villages fresh, clean, and presentable.
“We need to improve our road maintenance, tree trimming, and conduct more drain cleaning, for our safety. “I’m eager to explore and encourage new industry and employment opportunities to stimulate our local economy.”
