Councillor Caroline Knight, Deputy Mayor
Cr Knight is proud to say that Mandurah has been her family home for the past 18 years where she has raised two beautiful children. A Medical Scientist and an active member of the community, Cr Knight enjoys the outdoors, art, travel, reading and sustainability.
First elected to Council in 2011, Cr Knight believes her background in science has given her a sound decision making framework, as well as exposing her to a diverse range of people and their needs. She says these skills have given her a good grounding in her approach to Council duties.
Cr Knight is the state representative of the Australian Coastal Councils Association, as well as being part of the Regional Executive Committee of ICLEI Local Governments for Sustainability. She is also a member of the Peel Harvey Catchment Council and Deputy Chair of the Peron Naturaliste Partnership. Cr Knight was also recently appointed Deputy Commissioner of the Western Australian Planning Commission.
Cr Knight is keen to ensure that Council remains receptive to the needs and visions of ratepayers and she works hard to provide that voice.
Address: PO Box 210, Mandurah WA 6210
Phone: 0439 843 434
Email: caroline.knight@mandurah.wa.gov.au
Term of Office: 2015 - 2019
Councillor Peter Jackson
North Ward is a vibrant, growing, engaged community! We have new opportunities for improved lifestyle with new schools, public spaces and amenities that bring a great sense of excitement and confidence. As we work through the issues related to rapid expansion, Cr Jackson will continue to listen and facilitate on your behalf with integrity and enthusiasm.
Cr Jackson has 33 years' experience in Media, with 12 years on 6mm breakfast radio which has given him a good understanding of our city. He is a father of five and High School teacher, he knows the challenges facing families and young adults.
He is passionate about building capacity and realising potential in people and projects. For the last four years he has served as Chairman of the Mandurah Liquor Advisory and the City's Audit and Risk committee, MAPTO Board member, Community Grants Panel member, and on the City's Executive and Planning committees.
He will LISTEN, LINK solution providers, and LEAD successful outcomes.
Address: PO Box 210, Mandurah WA 6210
Phone: 0499 812 442
Email: peter.jackson@mandurah.wa.gov.au
Term of Office: 2017 - 2021
Councillor Ahmed Zilani
Low Rates, More Jobs, Less Crime!
Councillor Ahmed H. Zilani has been an Australian citizen since 2002, permanently living in Mandurah with his family since 2010. He believes Mandurah is a magnificent place to live and raise a family with its pristine beaches and nature reserves and is proud to call Mandurah his home.
He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with Distinctions in 1991 and was elected student body President of Indiana State University, USA in 1989, being the first non-American to do so. Cr. Zilani has over 20 years of professional business skills and is highly experienced in negotiation, decision making, local and corporate governance, financial management, strategic planning and waste management. He extensively travelled many countries of the world.
Cr. Zilani is available for the community on a full-time basis. He believes the rapidly growing North Ward offers a vibrant, engaged community. His priorities are community safety, action on hoons, encouraging job opportunities, enclosed dog park, footbridge near Lakelands Shopping Centre, and always putting the needs of residents first. He also successfully campaigned for the Lakelands train station, including a hunger strike, which was acknowledged in the Federal Parliament on 21st October 2019.
Cr. Zilani is a strong believer of People Power and that Together we will build a better Mandurah.
Address: PO Box 210, Mandurah WA 6210
Phone: 0413 271 173
Email: ahmed.zilani@mandurah.wa.gov.au
Term of Office: 2019 - 2023