1 week Ago By Jim Gainsford
Labor Candidate for Peakhurst Ward Elaina Anzellotti has said recent behavior displayed during local government elections in Georges River, particularly in the Peakhurst Ward contest, has reached a concerning low. / (min cost $ 0 ) or signup to continue reading There have been several allegations of campaign posters and materials being stolen from front yards in the middle of the night, as well as campaign material being defaced and vandalised in the most offensive ways to deter voters from supporting particular candidates, she said. "What we have seen over the last few weeks has been disappointing, but at the end of the day, it's water off a duck's back for me," Ms Anzellotti said.
"It's not going to stop me from putting my best foot forward and advocating for my community. "I hope that what has happened over the last few weeks hasn't deterred anyone else - especially other women - from stepping up to serve the community. "As a local school teacher, I've witnessed my fair share of childish, schoolyard behavior, but residents shouldn't have to deal with it when trying to make their choice in this two-horse race," she said.
"More importantly, residents should be able to take their kids to the playground without seeing stolen and inappropriately vandalized election material. "If I am elected on September 14, I hope to use my time on council to improve the culture and refocus council efforts on delivering much-needed services to residents." Covering Georges River Council, Bayside Council and general news.
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