The Local Government Association of the Northern Territory (LGANT) has announced the re-election of Lord Mayor of Darwin, Kon Vatskalis as President of the LGANT Board.
The Board is responsible for the overall governance, management and strategic direction of the organisation and for delivering accountable corporate performance in accordance with the organisation’s goals and objectives.
Mayor Vatskalis said LGANT’s new Board will focus on working closely with the newly elected CLP Government to continue positive, collaborative efforts for local government reforms.
“With representatives bringing insights from remote, regional, and urban areas, the Board is well-prepared to advocate for the unique needs of all LGANT members,” he said.
The full list of Board appointments includes:
- President – Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis, City of Darwin (re-elected);
- Vice President – Municipal: Councillor Allison Bitar, Alice Springs Town Council;
- Vice President – Regional and Shire: Mayor Brian Pedwell, Victoria Daly Regional Council;
- Board Director – Regional and Shire: Mayor James Woods, West Arnhem Regional Council (re-elected);
- Board Director – Regional and Shire: Mayor Lynette De Santis, Tiwi Islands Regional Council;
- Board Director – Regional and Shire: Councillor Peter Clee, Wagait Shire Council (re-elected);
- Board Director – Municipal: Mayor Elisabeth Clark, Katherine Town Council (re-elected);
- Board Director – Municipal: Casual vacancy;
- Board Director – Municipal (City of Darwin nominated position): Councillor Peter Pangquee, City of Darwin (re-nominated).
Outgoing members who have completed their terms are Vice President Municipals, Mayor Matt Paterson, Alice Springs Town Council; Board Director, Regional and Shires Councillor Georgina Macleod, Victoria Daly Regional Council; and Board Director Regional and Shires; Councillor Cyril Tasman, Central Desert Regional Council.
Mayor Vatskalis expressed his gratitude to these outgoing members for their dedicated service and contributions to LGANT and the local government sector.
“Matt, Georgina, and Cyril have all been exceptional advocates for their communities, while bringing valuable insights and experience to the oversight of LGANT,” he said.
“We thank them for their service and dedication, which has strengthened LGANT’s work and influence.”
He said the newly-elected Board represents a balance of experience and fresh perspectives, ensuring LGANT remains responsive to the diverse needs of urban, regional and remote communities across the Territory.
“This Board is uniquely positioned to address a wide range of challenges, and we look forward to working together with the Australian and Northern Territory Governments and other stakeholders to achieve improved outcomes for the local government sector,” Mayor Vatskalis said.
