Councillor Role

In 2008 Fiona ran for re-election on her own ticket- Team H. She was successful in being re-elected and only 100 votes short of her second candidate Gerald Power being elected also. If she had of been successful with the second candidate Orange Council would have had its first Aboriginal Councillor.

Items of particular interest to Fiona at this time would be the water issue in Orange. She has been active in working towards a way for future water sustainability. Evidence of the work done to date can be viewed on the Council web site- Water Project

Fiona also enjoys the role she plays in the numerous areas relating to the major portfolio in which she holds- Community Services. Given her background as a Registered Nurse, previous Councillor, Justice of the Peace, involvement in local community projects and various fundraising activities Fiona believes she is well suited to this role. In particular she is approachable, empathic, professional, understanding and seeks out the various needs of her community. Projects Fiona has been involved in through Council are:

* Water strategy for the future 2050
* Storm Water Harvesting scheme
* Planning and development of the New PCYC centre in Orange
* Spring Street Bridge
* Children's Memorial Garden
* Expansion of the Skate park
* Advocate for Icely and Ophir road users linking to Northern Distributor
* Youth Conference Orange
* Australian Rural Leadership Course- Vision Task needs assessment for families.
* Crime Prevention CCTV cameras
* Christmas Festival
* Chamber of Commerce representative for Council
* Disability services
* Mount Canobolas as a Tourist area
* Dragon Boats Orange

In 2004 Fiona was first elected as a Councillor with Orange City Council. After a busy time with election and campaigning against 77 other possible candidates. Fiona became the third female Councillor at Orange. Fiona is an extremely active Council member and some of the projects that she has driven or been involved in are:

  • Designing and building two BMX Tracks in Orange after establishing a partnership with organisations to provide funding in support (competitive and recreational)
  • Lobbying and building a recreational play area for children at Glenroi
  • Working with the community and other Councillors to have an Aboriginal Flag flown at the Council Chambers
  • Working with a committee and Youth to establish "Not just another CafĂ©" (NJAC)
  • Set up a Pilot Project with Police, Public School and Council to provide bikes and helmets so that bike riding could become part of the sport curriculum at no cost to students.
  • Lobbied for changes in phone directory, reduced speed on distributor road, better meeting times, shared space, and much more.
  • Been an active member in the Community Plan 2020 for Orange
  • Amongst many other things... Visit this site monthly to stay updated on what Fiona has been involved in with Council.

Fiona's objectives on council

Council Objectives (PDF File)

Orange Councillor and Candidate 2008 Election
Please find in this document the completed profile with full policy information and many other extras added in.

You Tube- Orange Electorate Fiona Rossiter Team H

Visit this new website Australian Family Matters


Monday, May 7, 2007

Visit to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital- 7th May 2007

Cancer Care Western NSW along with Orange City Council and the Cancer Council has been active in producing a DVD to tell the story of people and the effects that occur when seeking Radio-Therapy treatment. The unfortunate truth is that Country NSW people need to travel great distances for treatment either to Canberra, Wagga Wagga or Sydney. This is causing some tragic outcomes in that some people are requesting amputation or refusing treatment.

There have been many people involved in the initial lobbying to State and Federal Government seeking their support in building a Radio-Therapy unit in conjunction with the New Base Hospital for Orange. It is pleasing to see that letters have been received from both parties confirming their support along with our local Members of Parliament and Councillors.

The DVD which has been filmed over the past 6 weeks has now been edited and will be launched on the 2nd of June. The stories on the DVD are well worth viewing to understand the sheer impact that distance is causing. Should you like to have a guest speaker or view the DVD please contact me so we can discuss this further. The DVD will allow us the opportunity to fundraise for the accommodation and educate individuals and organisations on Radio- Therapy Treatment. Watch this space because you will hear about it more in the future.

Posted by Fiona at 4:25 PM

1 comment:

Fiona said...

Another event worth noting for the Cancer Care Western NSW fundraising is "Dancing With the Celebrities" being held on the 30th June at the Function Centre Orange. Be quick because tickets are just about sold out. Tickets are available at the ABC Bookshop Orange.

May 31, 2007 at 5:54 PM

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