Elections

If you are correctly enrolled for state elections in South Australia, you are automatically included on the council voters roll and will receive ballot papers through the post.

If you need to check or update your enrolment for future elections, you can choose one of the following options:

• Check my enrolment
• Enrol online (first time voters or to get back on the roll)
• Update my details online (for updates to your address, name or other contact details)

Council supplementary roll

If you are not enrolled on the state electoral roll you may be eligible to register on the council supplementary roll if you are:

• a resident or a non-Australian citizen who has lived at your residential address for one month or more
• an owner of an organisation or business
• an owner of a holiday home
• a sole owner, or group of owners, of a rateable property
• a sole occupier, or group of occupiers, of a rateable property
• a landlord of rateable property.

In accordance with section 15(5a) of the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999, council must purge the council's supplementary roll on 1 January of every election year. Therefore, all landlords, organisations, business owners or occupiers, and resident non-Australian citizens, must re-enrol from January 1 of every election year to be eligible to vote, with the exception of the City of Adelaide.

If you are unsure whether you are enrolled on the council supplementary roll, contact your local council.

Visit our Candidate section for more information about;

• Acts and Regulations
• Candidate eligibility and ineligibility
• Candidate disclosure returns
• Candidate responsibilities
• Electoral advertising
• Forms and handbooks
• Responsibilities as a member of a council.

CANDIDATE PORTAL ACCESS (link to external website)
Due to the high volume of supplementary election events scheduled for September, our candidate portal is currently unable to accommodate individual Council names. As a result, we have opted to use the generic label "September 2025 Supplementary Elections" on the portal’s landing page. Candidates wishing to nominate will select this option, after which they can proceed to nominate within their respective election.

In accordance with the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999, the draw to determine the order of candidate names to appear on the ballot paper was held on Thursday 7 August 2025. The result of the draw are detailed below.

WOOLCOCK, Lisa Clare

I am a Stirling local and single mum to a 9 year old son, with over two decades of experience in people-centric industries including hospitality, tourism, business development and stakeholder engagement. My perspective is shaped by life across other countries and cultures, and grounded in the lived experience of parenting a child with additional needs. I bring empathy, resilience and a collaborative mindset, along with a deep appreciation for inclusion and real world connection in a time of growing social disconnection. Council plays a vital role in bringing people together. I’m committed to respectful, transparent and community first decision making. Priorities include safe, reliable service delivery, sustainable development, support for local business, youth engagement, vibrant community spaces and responsible fiscal management. Adelaide Hills deserves future focused leadership that listens, learns and works together to deliver outcomes that help communities thrive.

I live in Ranges Ward

Contact Details: 0431 575 482

I am a member of the Australian Labor Party (South Australian Branch)

Campaign Donation Return 1

Campaign Donation Return 2

McDONNELL, Georgia

I have lived in Upper Sturt for 24 years and can't imagine living anywhere but the Adelaide Hills. Like many in our region, I am a small business owner and volunteer. I think that many of the day-to-day problems we face can only be solved by listening to one another, learning different points of view, and working together to find solutions. It’s thanks to nearly 20 years of connection with the Upper Sturt Soldiers Memorial Hall, and many other groups I have volunteered with, that I’ve been able to learn this. I am trained in community engagement and want to use these skills to benefit ratepayers and residents. I would like to see rates go into services like road repair, weed control, waste management and community-led initiatives. I will be an advocate for maintaining the amenity, serenity, and heritage of the hills. I am passionate about succession planning as I want future generations to have the same character-defining community experiences that continue to be so important to me.

I live in Ranges Ward

Contact Details: georgiemc123 @hotmail.com

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return 1

Campaign Donation Return 2

TRANTER, Jenn

I have helped raise two compassionate and emotionally intelligent young women and have worked as a teacher and educational counsellor for over 30 years, including in local schools. I am a skilled listener and enjoy empowering others through advocacy and support for their voices to be heard. I plan to further develop links with community groups and activities across the council that help build connections for all. I have been an executive member of the Morialta Residents’ Association for over 20 years and am actively involved in maintaining our excellent relationship with AHC to preserve the environment and our healthy, peaceful lifestyle. We can’t necessarily change the world, but we can work together to make our little part of it as wonderful as possible! I am really happy to be contacted by phone or email, and I also enjoy a coffee and a chat! I take responsibility for the content of this profile. I live in the ward. Jenn Tranter 20 Baroota Avenue Rostrevor 5073 SA

I live in Ranges Ward

Contact Details: jenntr500 @gmail.com

I am a member of Australian Greens SA

Campaign Donation Return 1

Campaign Donation Return 2

CUTHBERTSON, Mark

I grew up in Teringie, played Hills footy, and our family has owned land here for over 75 years. After time overseas in Corporate and Institutional Banking and another Corporate Institution, I returned with my family as we love this area and Adelaide Hills is home. Like many locals, I'm concerned about increases in council expenses and ratepayer costs. My primary focus will be on basic essential services like roads and rubbish. I want my family and others to enjoy the same love for the Hills. I'm not running for council to build a political career. I'm here to serve, listen, ask hard questions, make difficult decisions, deliver better outcomes for residents and rate payers. Using my experience in banking, accounting, and financial reporting, I bring financial discipline, and measured and practical approach, and genuine independent expertise. I'll stand independently and guided by community priorities, not external agendas or political trends.

I live in Ranges Ward

Contact Details: imcuthbert @yahoo.com

I am a member of the Liberal Party of Australia (SA Division)

Campaign Donation Return 1

Campaign Donation Return 2

SADLER, James Grant

James Sadler is committed to being a voice for the community, from the community. I believe leadership begins with listening to the concerns, hopes, and needs of everyday people. And with the responsibility to listen comes the councillor’s responsibility to provide clear, honest communication with the community about what’s happening in the region and in wider society. I will work side by side with locals to shape practical, values-driven policies that make a real difference. I’ll be visible, accessible, and accountable ready to lead with integrity, grounded in facts, and always open to dialogue. From improving services and strengthening communities to supporting families and small businesses, I will never stop listening, never stop leading, and never stop serving and working towards a future shaped with and for all of us in the Adelaide Hills.

I live in Ranges Ward

Contact Details: sadler_james @hotmail.com

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return 1

Campaign Donation Return 2

De'ATH, James

I believe that enhancing the lifestyle of people living in the Adelaide Hills is something council should put ahead of corporate interests. Being active in local community development, sport, community music events and not aligned to any political organisation, business or religious group, I recognise that our natural environment, water quality and soil health to be at the heart of all our wellbeing. I aim to support the core services of our council that serve to keep public spaces accessible, sustainable, safe and enjoyable, while reducing expenditure on unnecessary regulation and enforcement. I aim to help keep our rates as low as possible by supporting residents and businesses to share responsibility for the sustainable maintenance of public footpaths and roadsides.

I live in Ranges Ward

Contact Details: jmsdth @gmail.com

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return 1

Campaign Donation Return 2

If you are correctly enrolled for state elections in South Australia, you are automatically included on the council voters roll and will receive ballot papers through the post.

If you need to check or update your enrolment for future elections, you can choose one of the following options:

• Check my enrolment
• Enrol online (first time voters or to get back on the roll)
• Update my details online (for updates to your address, name or other contact details)

Council supplementary roll

If you are not enrolled on the state electoral roll you may be eligible to register on the council supplementary roll if you are:

• a resident or a non-Australian citizen who has lived at your residential address for one month or more
• an owner of an organisation or business
• an owner of a holiday home
• a sole owner, or group of owners, of a rateable property
• a sole occupier, or group of occupiers, of a rateable property
• a landlord of rateable property.

In accordance with section 15(5a) of the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999, council must purge the council's supplementary roll on 1 January of every election year. Therefore, all landlords, organisations, business owners or occupiers, and resident non-Australian citizens, must re-enrol from January 1 of every election year to be eligible to vote, with the exception of the City of Adelaide.

If you are unsure whether you are enrolled on the council supplementary roll, contact your local council.

Visit our Candidate section for more information about;

• Acts and Regulations
• Candidate eligibility and ineligibility
• Candidate disclosure returns
• Candidate responsibilities
• Electoral advertising
• Forms and handbooks
• Responsibilities as a member of a council.

* More information for Candidates

CANDIDATE PORTAL ACCESS (link to external website)
Due to the high volume of supplementary election events scheduled for September, our candidate portal is currently unable to accommodate individual Council names. As a result, we have opted to use the generic label "September 2025 Supplementary Elections" on the portal’s landing page. Candidates wishing to nominate will select this option, after which they can proceed to nominate within their respective election.

In accordance with the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999, the draw to determine the order of candidate names to appear on the ballot paper was held on Thursday 7 August 2025. The result of the draw are detailed below.

SHANKS, Nathan

I am a father, husband, builder & Acting Mayor of Gawler. I first ran for council in 2018 as a ratepayer, frustrated about council processes. Fast forward to now & I’ve been honoured to play a pivotal role toward a fresh council. We have a new CEO, new culture & new energy around the council table. As well as new relationships with our neighbouring councils & different levels of government, something I have been working very hard on behind the scenes. I’m running for Mayor not for the title but because as a leader I know how to get things done & I’m not afraid to roll up my sleeves. I don’t pretend to have all the answers but I do bring a practical mindset, a thick skin & a genuine love for this town. No nonsense, just honest work. I would love to keep building toward a better Gawler. Build much needed infrastructure, build important relationships & work alongside the groups, clubs & businesses that build a strong sense of community. With your help we can build a better Gawler.

I live in the area

Contact Details: 0447 680 779

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return #1

Campaign Donation Return #2

DAVIES, Cody

I believe that a more connected community is a stronger community. That is why I put in the effort, every day, to communicate with Gawler residents, which I have done long before this by-election was called. At a time when our region is growing fast, it is vital that the mayor, as the Council’s official chief spokesperson, is somebody who can bring the community together by informing them and engaging them. I am 35 years old with six years of experience on Council, including a year as Deputy Mayor. I have spent over 15 years operating in fields such as media, social media, journalism, and community management, which I would like to utilise to promote and strengthen the culture of our beautiful town. If you’ve read this far, then you care about being informed on local issues, so why not take that final step and vote!

I live in the area

Contact Details: codydaviesforcouncil @gmail.com

I am a member of the Australian Labor Party (South Australian Branch)

Campaign Donation Return #1

Campaign Donation Return #2

LITTLE, Paul Robert

I wish to introduce myself. Paul Robert Little OAM J.P. I have been elected several times before to council. I am a returned soldier and a retired Police Officer have had many roles in the Town of Gawler, director Hospital Board, a volunteer driver for the Hospital, and five years as a director of the Barossa loght and Gawler Football League. As a retired person I am well aware of the pressures on budgets on any rate increases. Please place me first on the ballot.

I live in the area

Contact Details: pr.little @outlook.com

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return #1

Campaign Donation Return #2

If you are correctly enrolled for state elections in South Australia, you are automatically included on the council voters roll and will receive ballot papers through the post.

If you need to check or update your enrolment for future elections, you can choose one of the following options:

• Check my enrolment
• Enrol online (first time voters or to get back on the roll)
• Update my details online (for updates to your address, name or other contact details)

Council supplementary roll

If you are not enrolled on the state electoral roll you may be eligible to register on the council supplementary roll if you are:

• a resident or a non-Australian citizen who has lived at your residential address for one month or more
• an owner of an organisation or business
• an owner of a holiday home
• a sole owner, or group of owners, of a rateable property
• a sole occupier, or group of occupiers, of a rateable property
• a landlord of rateable property.

In accordance with section 15(5a) of the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999, council must purge the council's supplementary roll on 1 January of every election year. Therefore, all landlords, organisations, business owners or occupiers, and resident non-Australian citizens, must re-enrol from January 1 of every election year to be eligible to vote, with the exception of the City of Adelaide.

If you are unsure whether you are enrolled on the council supplementary roll, contact your local council.

Visit our Candidate section for more information about;

• Acts and Regulations
• Candidate eligibility and ineligibility
• Candidate disclosure returns
• Candidate responsibilities
• Electoral advertising
• Forms and handbooks
• Responsibilities as a member of a council.

CANDIDATE PORTAL ACCESS (link to external website)
Due to the high volume of supplementary election events scheduled for September, our candidate portal is currently unable to accommodate individual Council names. As a result, we have opted to use the generic label "September 2025 Supplementary Elections" on the portal’s landing page. Candidates wishing to nominate will select this option, after which they can proceed to nominate within their respective election.

In accordance with the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999, the draw to determine the order of candidate names to appear on the ballot paper was held on Thursday 7 August 2025. The result of the draw are detailed below. Disclaimer; Candidate information is accurate as of the date of publication and will remain unchanged until archived. 

RAKSHIT, Rima

I am resident of Norwood , I am a mental health practitioner and social worker . I have experience working with diverse population and is involved in the community services .I want to be part of council to make changes . I am also part of the eastern advisory panel.

I do not live in St Peters Ward

Contact Details: reema431 @gmail.com

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return #1

Campaign Donation Return #2

CAVENEY, Ben

Hi, I’m Ben Caveney. Running for city council with these goals: Keep Our Community Safe: Prioritize security and well-being. Reduce Loneliness: Strengthen community bonds and support programs. Maintain Council Surplus: Ensure fiscal responsibility. Protect Green Spaces: Preserve our natural environments. I’m an accounting student committed to balancing social wellbeing with financial health. Vote for practical solutions that enhance safety, reduce loneliness, maintain financial stability, and protect green areas. For further information go to my website https://bencaveney.my.canva.site/

I do not live in St Peters Ward

Contact Details: BenjaminCaveney @outlook.com

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return #1

Campaign Donation Return #2

YOUNG, Zane

You don’t live in Norwood, and you don’t live in Payneham. St Peters deserves a bold, passionate, experienced voice. Who can genuinely stand up for this community and who is not beholden to any voting group. My priorities are: safer streets through modern streetscape design, preserving and growing our tree canopy, heritage protection with a balanced development plan, responsible financial decisions to keep rates under control, and our libraries and community facilities. You don’t have to take my word for it. As an elected member at Mitcham 2006-2010, I worked closely with other members Liberal, Labor, and independent, and proudly achieved: preservation of mature street trees and local heritage, solar panels on Council buildings, transition to a hybrid vehicle fleet, workable cat registration, more sensitive tree-trimming under power lines, and safe cycling corridors There are 12 months until the next Council election. It’s a crucial time to modernise and refresh our Council.

I live in St Peters Ward

Contact Details: npsp @zaneyoung.com

I am a member of Australian Greens SA

Campaign Donation Return #1

Campaign Donation Return #2

EXCELL, Rita

As a long-term local resident of the St Peters Ward, I am passionate about service to our local community and ensuring that our voices are heard. I understand that challenges for local residents are as diverse as the finding solutions for our local streets, that are being used for all day parking and to avoid Payneham Road; through to the delivery of sustainable services for our community and protecting our local environment. As a practicing civil engineer with over 30 years’ experience in traffic, stormwater and sustainable planning, as well as being a volunteer at my local Catholic parish and Friends of the Billabong, I am asking for your support to be your voice in St Peters Ward. I have brought my family up in this area and care deeply about what you care about; smart spending, sustainability, safe streets, responsible development and thoughtful growth. Call 0404 049 760 or email rita.excell @icloud.com

I live in St Peters Ward

Contact Details: rita.excell @icloud.com

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return #1

Campaign Donation Return #2

GOODE, Matthew

I have been a resident of St Peters since 1976, so I know the area very well indeed. I live at the river end of Winchester Street. My son went to Hackney Kindergarten and East Adelaide Primary. I am an Adjunct Associate Professor of Law at what is now Adelaide University. I work part time as a consultant at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. I worked for the the South Australian Attorney-General in a senior position for over 20 years. At that time I specialised in legislation to deal with terrorism and organised crime. I volunteer at a religious tolerance programme for schools. Between 1982 and 1997 I was an elected member of the then St Peters Council. I was Mayor between 1987 and 1991. I invented the Local Government Mutual Liability insurance scheme which saved local government millions in insurance premiums. I was a director of the local government Council Purchasing Authority Pty Ltd. I was heavily involved in planning issues. Contact at mrgoode @0ptusnet.com.au

I live in St Peters Ward

Contact Details: mrgoode @optusnet.com.au

I am a member of the Australian Labor Party (South Australian Branch)

Campaign Donation Return #1

Campaign Donation Return #2

CHENOWETH, Spencer

I’m standing for Council because, as a proud Joslin resident who has lived here most of my life, I care deeply about our future, and I want to preserve what makes our area so special. As a Law Student working in a Community Engagement role, I bring extensive professional experience in delivering positive outcomes for residents. If elected to represent the St Peters Ward, I’ll prioritise upgrading lighting and streetscapes to improve safety, accessibility, and the overall appeal of our neighbourhood. I’ll champion the protection and restoration of our local environment and heritage. I’ll push for fair, reasonable rates that deliver real value for money. I believe that Council should be open, transparent, and people-focused with better outreach to all, especially to elderly residents and community groups who are too often left unheard. Your voice matters, and I am committed to listening and making it heard in the Town Hall.

I live in St Peters Ward

Contact Details: spencerforstpeters @outlook.com

I am a member of the Liberal Party of Australia (SA Division)

Campaign Donation Return #1

Campaign Donation Return #2

GRAHAM, Patrick Litchfield

Patrick is a fresh face, unaffiliated with any party, committed to listening to residents and representing them with fresh energy. His priorities are fiscal responsibility, addressing rate rises by increasing council revenue through sourcing grants, collaborating with business, nearby councils, and other levels of government. A lifelong local, his family has lived in the area for 40 years. He was Deputy Head Boy at Pembroke while playing for Norwood and league for Sturt. His studies in Science, Law, and Arts, gave Patrick the ability to co-found Switch Productions, his work earning significant acclaim. Producing the only Australian film to win a Silver Bear at Berlinale that also qualified for the '24 Oscars. He teaches film and acting locally. Patrick brings a much-needed new perspective focused on people and delivering positive change. If elected, he’ll ensure ratepayers are heard, promote good governance, protect heritage, and maintain the vitality and beauty of the St Peters Ward.

I live in St Peters Ward

Contact Details: Patrick @switchproductions.com.au

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return #1

Campaign Donation Return #2

KUSHNIR, Julienne

With a long and respected career in marketing and communications, I have always been passionate about initiatives that strengthen local economies and help them thrive. My motivation stems from a genuine commitment to supporting people and businesses in ways that create lasting, positive change. I have held senior roles in local and state government as well as the private sector. Stepping away from full-time work, I now have time and energy to focus on council responsibilities. I have been a resident of the council area for 30 years and value the heritage and character of our region, while recognising the importance of balancing this with the needs of a growing, progressive community. We are fortunate to have a vibrant business community that deserves strong support to stay relevant. Our parks reflect the lifestyle and environmental values we all share and must continue to protect. Facebook site: Julienne Kushnir for City of Norwood, Payneham & St Peters or email JAKushnir @gmail.com

I do not live in St Peters Ward

Contact Details: JAKushnir @gmail.com

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return