NEW COUNCILLOR OFFICIALLY WELCOMED
NANANGO real estate agent Jane Erkens says she is eager to make a difference to her community after being elected and sworn in as the new Division 1 South Burnett councillor.
She read and signed the Declaration of Office in an official ceremony on Wednesday with South Burnett Mayor Brett Otto, SBRC CEO Mark Pitt, and her fellow representatives all present.
“I'm really looking forward to seeing what I can achieve,” Mrs Erkens said.
“I think I’ve always worked hard for my community, and I think being a councillor will give me more opportunity to work on my community.”
Mrs Erkens has long been known for her vocal response to issues affecting Nanango, and she said she was challenged by a few people to “put your money where your mouth is” when the council vacancy opened up.
The Division 1 councillor vacancy followed the resignation of former South Burnett councillor Roz Frohloff in March, citing concerns with the current leadership and unwarranted personal abuse as key reasons.