Our Mayor and Councillors

As a local government organisation, Bellingen Shire Council is charged with the responsibility for the delivery of a diverse range of services each day.  

The elected Council comprises 7 councillors who represent the entire Local Government Area. The Mayor is elected by popular vote once every four years and the Deputy Mayor is nominated and elected by fellow Councillors.

Mayor, Cr Steve Allan

 Mayor

  • Telephone0407 081 768
  • Email mayor@bellingen.nsw.gov.au
  • ProfileCr. Steve Allan is currently in his second term as Mayor of Bellingen Shire Council. With over 34 years of experience living and working in the area, Steve is a dedicated pharmacist, business owner, and community volunteer. His close collaboration with the community as both a leader and health professional equips him with a unique skill set that promotes strategic thinking.

Cr Jo Brotherton

 Councillor

  • Telephone0419 753 274
  • Email cr.brotherton@bellingen.nsw.gov.au
  • ProfileCo-owner of the Urunga Washing Well, a Bellingen Shire Citizen of the Year recipient, Vice President of the Urunga Mylestom Chamber of Commerce, and Secretary of Urunga Lions Club, Jo is a tireless community worker, involved with Open Arms Care, the Neighbourhood Care Network and the Coffs Harbour Women’s Shed.

Cr Jennie Fenton

 Councillor

  • Telephone0419 726 512
  • Email cr.fenton@bellingen.nsw.gov.au
  • ProfileCr. Jennie Fenton is a scientist, disability advocate, parent, carer, student, masseuse, and a very active part of the community. She was awarded the Community Service Award on Australia Day in 2016 for her commitment to sustainability, social inclusion, community childcare, local festivals, community gardens, and refugees.

Cr Dominic King

 Councillor

  • Telephone0499 984 164
  • Email cr.king@bellingen.nsw.gov.au
  • ProfileCr King, now in his fourth term of Council, is a passionate advocate for the environment and firmly believes Local Government is best placed to develop strategic plans and solutions.

Cr Andrew O'Keeffe

 Councillor

  • Telephone0476 196 768
  • Email cr.okeeffe@bellingen.nsw.gov.au
  • ProfileCr. Andrew O’Keeffe brings to council his leadership and business skills developed as a senior executive in large organisations. Andrew’s priorities as a councillor are a) supporting the wellbeing and healthy lifestyle of our community, b) protecting our wonderful natural environment and c) ensuring residents get value for money.

Cr Graeme Shephard

 Councillor

  • Telephone0477 112 066
  • Email cr.shephard@bellingen.nsw.gov.au
  • ProfileGraeme is Dorrigo born and has always loved our local area.
    He is a carpenter, business owner, school bus driver, retained firefighter at Dorrigo Fire & Rescue and active community member.
    He is active in the community as a member of the Dorrigo Chamber of Commerce, as secretary of the Dorrigo High School P & C Association, and as a member of the Dorrigo & Guy Fawkes Historical Society.

Cr Ellie Tree

 Councillor

  • Telephone0419 686 250
  • Email cr.tree@bellingen.nsw.gov.au
  • ProfileEllie Tree is currently serving her second term as a Councillor at Bellingen Shire Council, where she made history as the youngest councillor ever elected. As a dedicated mother of three, Ellie balances her responsibilities with her role as Community Impact Strategist at ShoreTrack and her ongoing studies for a Master’s in Social Change and Development.

Local Members

Federal - Seat of Cowper

Mr Pat Conaghan MP

Electorate Office Coffs Harbour

Suite 33, Jetty Village Shopping Centre, 361 Harbour Drive, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450

Phone 02 5507 9555

Electorate Office Port Macquarie

Level 4, JBC Building, 41-47 Horton Street, Port Macquarie NSW 2444

Phone 02 6583 8387

Postal Address

P.O. Box 345

Port Macquarie NSW 2444

Email: pat.conaghan.mp@aph.gov.au

State - Seat of Oxley

Mr Michael Peter Kemp, MP
Electorate Office
Suite 1, 72 Elbow Street
WEST KEMPSEY NSW 2440

Telephone: 02 6562 6190

Email: oxley@parliament.nsw.gov.au

 

 

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