Hello, my name is Cameron Lowndes, and I’m running to be your next Green councillor.

Full statement

I’m a 24-year-old bisexual man with a deep passion for politics and my local community. I believe young, fresh voices are needed in our council to bring real, meaningful change—and I’m ready to be that voice.

One of my top priorities is fixing the roads leading into and around town. Our roads need serious attention, and I will push for safe, well-maintained infrastructure. I also want to make our bike lanes safer—like the one on Station Street, which currently has a traffic light right in the middle of the bike lane. I’ll work to replace obstacles like that with floating traffic lights, keeping cyclists safe and traffic flowing smoothly.

Green spaces are vital for our wellbeing and for the planet. I’ll focus on keeping our parks and green areas clean and well looked after, with enough bins to help keep rubbish off the ground. Everyone deserves to enjoy nature in a clean and welcoming environment.

Housing is another big issue in our town. I’ll fight to make sure we have the right kinds of homes built in the right places—homes that are affordable and meet the needs of real people in our community. Everyone deserves a safe, comfortable, and secure place to live.

I’m here to bring new energy to our local government—someone who listens, understands, and takes action. If you want someone who will truly stand up for a greener, fairer, and more inclusive community, then I’m your candidate. Let’s make our town better, together.