• Successfully campaigned for issues such as rebates for underground power
• Changed garbage collection to during business hours
• Lobbied for all public generated questions and answers to be displayed on the internet and in the Council Minutes
• Gold award recipient Neighbourhood Watch
• Founder and Coordinator of Woodlands Action Group
• Pushed to have parks upgraded to include sunshade, equipment, bbq’s and furniture
• Founder Innaloo Community Group
• Pushed for the City of Stirling Centre to be a reality, addressing the traffic, the waterways and the planning
• Pushed for the separate waste collection of items such as electrical and hazardous goods
• Co-founder Nintirri Community Centre
• Board member Newman College Churchlands
• Pushed for discount on sterilisation of dogs and cats
• Member, National Council of Women
• Support for Community Gardens
• Member Central Districts Junior Football Umpires
• Accredited Justice of the Peace

Elizabeth Re celebrates the 100th birthday of her uncle, Amedeo Re

Elizabeth is concerned that we are not caring for our pensioners who have cared for us and if elected, this will be one of the items on her agenda.

Pictured here with her Uncle, Amedeo Re who was raised in Northbridge, turned 100 on the 2 February 2010 and celebrated with 148 close relatives in Perth, Elizabeth feels a strong connection with the older generation.

Her Uncle was one of the founders of the WA Italian Club 75 years ago.

Elizabeth’s grandparents came out 125 years ago from Italy (on one side) and 80 years ago from Scotland (on the other), pioneering the Australia we see today.

Elizabeth sees the importance of families, with elders living longer, we need to teach our children to grow up and respect the senior members of our community.

I saw this website/video and it raised some interesting points of view, especially for Christians, about the Green Party.

I thought I would share it with you all and invite you to comment as I am interested to know what your thoughts are on this issue.

Please go and view the video, then come back here and comment about what you think.

www.OneVote.com.au

(Elizabeth Re neither endorses or rejects the views expressed on this website but has provided it to stimulate debate.)

Vote 1 for Elizabeth Re on the green ballot paper and remember to put a number in every square.

Dear Supporters

As you are aware I have been involved in many community and sporting issues over the years and have been very active in getting accountability, consistency and good governance into the Council decision making, because I believe in making a difference.

In 2008 I was asked to assist a group of people with regard to raising the awareness of domestic violence ( through the WOW and Alana’s project ) and finally after two years of motions and reports to  Council, they have agreed to planting a tree and have also agreed to placing an awareness plaque in the ground in the Stirling Gardens ( north eastern end of the Stirling Memorial Gardens – adjacent to Telford Crescent, past the Stirling Train Station , see picture above).

I am very concerned that the family and traditional values of our Australian society are being lost and believe that most of the undesirable cultural change has been attributed to the increase in domestic violence which has a long lasting affect on our children. One of the sides of this is the bullying culture that has developed and if not addressed in the school develops into work place bullies and then eventually into home bullies and the circle of family domestic violence continues.

Family violence is observed through all cultures, whether you are male or female, young or old, rich or poor, no boundaries are known for this dilemma that is apparent world wide and is encroaching on the lives of decent citizens and impacting on the lives of the next generation to come.

The federal government needs to support school community health nurses to pick up the signs of abuse and disabilities and our teachers need additional resources to address these issues to enable the children not to have their education compromised by external influences and finally, additional support is needed for the parents and the grandparents to enable them to stop the cycle and encourage strong Australian values.

There has been over the last two years on average 50 cases each week, of domestic violence reported to the police within the City of Stirling area. According to the ABS one in every three women are subjected to some form of domestic violence in their life time. This is also associated with drug abuse and in turn there is a direct correlation with neglect and abuse of children.  Access Economics found that during the period of 2002 and 2003, the estimated financial cost of family domestic violence in the Australian community was $8.1 Billion and the psychological cost for our future society is immeasurable!

Violence is increasing everywhere in our community and resources are needed now to be injected into the root of the issue and strategies need to be in place so that the general population can feel safe in our own homes and in the streets.

I am prepared to stand up for the grandparents and parents of today and our children of the future and I hope that you will support me and stand up with me, as I take on the challenge of running for the Federal seat of Stirling in the 2010 election on the 21 August.

I will be launching my campaign Thursday 29 July 5pm in Stirling gardens and I hope you will be able to join me as I push to make a difference and remember:

“If one Good person stands up, then Good people will follow, then Good things will happen !!!”, thanks, Elizabeth.

Elizabeth Re JP

Written and authorized by Elizabeth Re, 23 Hakea road Woodlands 6018, 9446 7136,

Elizabeth choose two local organizatiosn who do a lot of grass roots caring in the community.

Shown below are the two organisations.

The conference Re-Generation: New Beginnings was the theme for the 2010 national congress and business expo, for the local government managers association and will capture the challenges and opportunities facing local government in the current environment of:

Issues discussed were:

• Major climatic events as a result of climate change
• Challenge to local economics due to the Global Financial Crisis
• Local government’s capacity to deal with existing and future challenges.

http://www.lgma.org.au/events/events/lgma_national_congress_business_expo_1

Elizabeth Re with Vinnies Staff

The first donation of $500 is to Saint Vincent DePaul http://www.vinnies.org.au/contact-national They are a local group who will be making up food parcels for local people and getting blankets etc. There is an office / shop in Morris Place Shopping centre in Morris Road Innaloo, the Convener for the Woodlands group is Stephanie Tenger.

Elizabeth Re with Wanslea Family Services presenting the cheque for $500

The second donation of $500 is to WANSLEA http://www.wanslea.asn.au/2009/index.html They are a local group that organize foster places for children from 0 to 12 years old . They provide clothes, toys etc for kids as they often have nothing when they are removed from their families. They are based at 110 Scarborough Beach Road Scarborough.

Bang the Table Company organiser:

The guy who started the Bang the Table company and came up with the idea of the prize was  Crispin Butteriss

Director, Bang the Table Pty Ltd

P: 1300 64 70 14

A: 158 Johnston Street, Collingwood VIC 3066 AUSTRALIA

http://www.bangthetable.com

Elizabeth Re is committed to supporting local community groups and makes the effort to show up to events as regularly as possible.

Elizabeth Re, Kat Pinder and Vilma Palacios

As part of the 2010 Year of Women in Local Government Ambassador program, Elizabeth attended a function organized by the City of Wanneroo, with fellow Ambassador Kat Pinder and Vilma Palacios  from  the North Metro Public Health Unit.

It was a great day as the Council showcased their new Community Development Building Theater.

Elizabeth Re & Noelene Hartley

Elizabeth Re has been a member and a huge supporter of the National Council of Women for many years and is currently on the Executive Committee.  And she’s asking the question, “Do you have any memorabilia from the Association that we can use for our celebration?”

Elizabeth is pictured with Noeleen Hartley a local Innaloo lady who has been active in pushing women’s rights for many years and is in particular concerned with the consumption of GM foods.

National Council of Women WA will be celebrating their 100 anniversary next year, which is a significant milestone for an association, who through the efforts of many women and have and have made the world safer for us today.

The committee is looking for memorabilia and stories that can be used for the Centenary Celebration next year. It has been organized to hold a display in the Perth Town Hall over ten days in May 2011 to mark this auspicious event.

If you have some NCWWA memorabilia, no matter how small or large, even though you think it wouldn’t be of consequence, we would like you to avail us of its use for the exhibition, or you may wish to donate it to the archives for posterity.

If you know of someone who has been a member or who had relations/friends who were, please tell them of the upcoming event and our request so as to make this a special occasion. Perhaps an association that you belong to has items in their files or archives they would like to loan.

Certainly, any help that you can give would be appreciated.  Please contact the office on Phone (08) 9325 8897 or email:  ncwwa@iinet.net.au or Marion Ward our archivist, email marionward70@yahoo.com

Innaloo Residents, Barrie & June, with Elizabeth Re

Elizabeth Re was called upon by local residents in Innaloo to push the barrow for better footpaths in the area.

“Often presenting a real health risk to seniors, a fall can be life threatening to many and negatively affect the quality of life of our seniors, as they are more prone to breaking limbs,” says Elizabeth.

“I believe it is our responsibility as a Council to ensure the safest possible community for all of our residents.”

Innaloo Resident, June & Elizabeth Re discuss footpaths

“Liz has been a real help to us,” says Barrie Greenwood from Innaloo.

“It’s good to know we have someone thinking about seniors in Local Government,” says June Greenwood.

Elizabeth Re is concerned about the welfare of Seniors in the community and is aware of the needs of an ageing population.

Elizabeth Re signing documentation as a JP

In her capacity as a Justice of the Peace, Elizabeth Re is often called upon to sign legal documents, as was the case recently when she was out shopping and received a phone call asking if she could urgently sign some application forms.

Chris, an immigrant to Australia, approached Elizabeth to witness his Australian Citizenship application.

Chris is hoping to become an Australian Citizen on Australia Day, 2011.

Elizabeth dutifully checked his paperwork and signed his photos and application forms on the spot.

Elizabeth Re signing application for Australian Citizenship

To her credit, Elizabeth takes her role as a Justice of the Peace very seriously and sees that it is a valuable community service that she is providing.  Her reward is the joy of helping people.  Elizabeth is always willing to help community groups and local citizens fill out forms and help sporting clubs complete funding applications.

Solich Family and Elizabeth Re at the local park in Dianella, Western Australia

Visiting one of the reserves in Dianella, Elizabeth was approached by Andrew Solich, a local father who was out with his children enjoying the play equipment at the local reserve.

“I’m just wondering if there is anything the Council can do about providing some shade at the playground,” asked Andrew.  ”A lot of the local kids come down to this park to play but there really isn’t any shade over the play equipment which means that the equipment can be too hot to play on in summer and too wet in winter.  Just seems a shame that the kids can’t play here all year round and enjoy the equipment.”

Elizabeth explained to Mr Solich that it depends on where the equipment is located as to whether or not it would qualify for the shade sails to be added to the equipment.

Having raised two boys herself, Elizabeth appreciates that parents have a tough job on their hands, especially teaching children the value of public space, of community service and how to share public space harmoniously.

Andrew Solich & Elizabeth Re discussing the need for shade cloths over play areas to protect children from sun cancers

Elizabeth also made an impression on 12 year old, Sarah Solich, as she discussed with her about waste management.

“We need to encourage our young people to be proactive in our communities,” says Elizabeth.  ”Young people have a lot to give and just need us to guide them.”

Supporting Small Business

Small Business are always getting a raw deal and in her role as a Health Officer for the Western Australian government, Elizabeth has seen more than her fair share of the delays that can occur due to red tape.

Whilst shopping at Trigg, Elizabeth called past one of the restaurants at the Trigg Shopping Centre and had a quick chat with Adam Zenick.

“There’s too much red tape for small businesses,” said Adam.  ”It’s hard enough finding good staff and making a living without the bureaucratic red tape. I like to give the young kids a go in my business, so fair go Council.”

Elizabeth reassured Adam that she is doing her best to support the small businesses in the City of Stirling.

Elizabeth Re & Small Business Owner, Adam Zenick

“Lucky we’ve got you on Council, Liz,” said Adam.

Elizabeth supports small businesses as they are vital for our sustainable future and diverse lifestyle, as they suit local people, part timers, parents and give the youth of today not only work and monetary skills but also the understanding of being part of the business family and how to function in a business team work environment.

Elizabeth Re is aware of the struggle most small business owners have to stay in business and is willing to go the extra mile to support them.

Elizabeth Re with Allen & Eileen Hopkins, Scarborough Beach, Western Australia

On a trip down to Scarborough Beach, Elizabeth Re was stopped by a local couple, Allen & Eileen Hopkins who wanted to know what was happening with the latest building developments at Scarborough Beach.

Allen & Eileen have been very happily married for over 53 years, walk every day down at Scarborough Beach and have lived for many years in the area.  They are concerned about the building developments and the high rise units that are planned for the area directly opposite the ampitheatre.

There is currently quite a bit of council work taking place in the area, with council responding to the request for better footpaths.  So new footpaths are being laid, which has caused quite a bit of disruption to the carparks.  Local residents appreciate the new footpaths but are a little frustrated by all the changes taking place.

“You’re not going to let them build more high rise and spoil our beach are you?” asked Eileen seriously.

“We’ve been happily married for over 53 years and love coming to Scarborough Beach,” commented Allen.

Assuring them both that she would do all in her power to ensure the voice of the people is represented, the couple seemed reassured to know there is someone on Council who listens to the hearts of the people.

Elizabeth Re is committed to being the voice of the people on the issue of property development in the Stirling region.

Elizabeth Re is very happy to serve on the board of the RAC, as she sees the work of the RAC as being very important in keeping our community mobile and safe on our roads.

As someone who has done a lot of country travel and is also concerned about the economic and eco-friendly future of travel in Western Australia, Elizabeth is willing to make a contribution to decision making at the upper levels of the Motor Industry.

Below are two images of information found on the RAC Website.  To find out more, please click on the link above to visit the Councillors page on the RAC Website.

Elizabeth Re dancing up a storm at WOW Week 2010 in Forrest Chase, Perth

If you missed the Health Department’s 2010 WOW Week, then here is the speech delivered by Elizabeth Re.

2010 WOW week

ERE presentation I May 2010 THEME

The theme of Women in Wellness for 2010 , is to

MOVE MORE.. EAT WELL.. FEEL GOOD.. LOOK GOOD

So where do we start, we need to look at the basics!

what we do and what we eat ! sustainability !

Despite Australia having one of the highest life expectancies in the world, many Australians suffer from chronic illness. Chronic diseases – such as some cancers, heart disease and type 2 diabetes – are estimated to be responsible for nearly 80 per cent of the total deaths and injury in Australia.

Evidence has shown that certain lifestyle behaviours promote the onset of chronic disease. These include being overweight (obese), not getting enough physical activity, smoking, alcohol and drug consumption and unhealthy eating.

The aim of this program is to promote and facilitate understanding, appreciation and a positive attitude towards adopting healthy eating, physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight.

Obesity, tobacco and alcohol feature in the top seven preventable risk factors that influence the burden of disease, approximately 32% of Australia’s total burden of disease can be attributed to these risk factors

The prevalence of overweight and obesity in Australia has been steadily increasing over the past 30 years.

In only 15 years, from 1990 to 2005, the number of overweight and obese Australian adults increased by 2.8 million.

( which is more than the whole population of western Australia )

Recent national data on the prevalence of overweight and obesity among children, available from the National Children’s Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey 2007, indicated 17% of 2–16-year-olds were overweight and

6% obese

Mention the newspaper article as this issue is very current

So what can we do ? What can you do ?

We can eat differently such as eating and cooking more at home, teach our kids that a corn on the cob is better and more fun to eat than a takeaway hamburger !

Instead of getting in the car to buy the corn from the shop, walk to the shop, bring a footy along the way, play on the swings in the park on the way home from the shop ( work up an appetite ) . Instead of doing one big shop once a week, take several trips to the shop, small loads and walk each time and think about what you are buying, such as buy the ingredients to make a carrot cake with the kids and not one already made.  Get the kids to plant the top of the carrot on the garden and let them watch nature at work as it grows and then it can be picked and the top cut off again and into the garden and so they healthy circle of eating and cooking and growing continues, while our children realize the goodness of food and stay healthy

We need to ensure that are children are playing team sports which is good for their mental and physical health and by example of the kids watching parents and adults eat properly and keep fit, even if it is just walking the dog .

Instead of the kids turning the television on in the morning, take the dog go for a walk around the block or go down to the park and catch butterflies or count the birds ? how many black ones, white ones ? green ones ? .

Meet your friends at the beach, the river or the park, get the kids out and about so we can stay and grow healthy together

The more exercise we do , the better food we eat the better we will all feel and the less time we will spend feeling sick or being at the doctors so remember

A small change in our lifestyle, our habits, and our behaviour can lead to a huge change in our quality of Life

So what do we do ? Can I hear you ?

MOVE MORE.. EAT WELL.. FEEL GOOD.. LOOK GOOD

Say about the other venues for WOW  week  and say  go into your local library or website and they will tell you more what’s on www.nmahs.health.wa.gov.au

Other WoW Week activities will run at venues throughout the metropolitan area include:

City of Swan:

Monday 3 May, 12.00-2.00pm

at Midland Square, Midland

healthy lifestyles for women who live/work in Midland

City of Stirling:

Wednesday 5 May, 11.00am-2.00pm

at The Beach House: Kids Fun Centre, 5 O’Malley St, Osborne Park

fun activities for mothers with young children.

City Of Wanneroo:

Wednesday 5 May, 9.30am-11.30am

Six simultaneous “Walking for Women “ events starting at:

•           Butler Community Centre, Butler

•           Banksia Grove Community Centre, Banksia Grove

•           Jenolan Way Community Centre, Merriwa

•           Hainsworth Centre, Girrawheen

•           Yanchep Community Centre, Yanchep

•           Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre, Wanneroo

For further information about other WOW activities in your area please see the WOW Calendar in the welcome board

It has taken nearly thirty years to reduce smoking in the community, lets not take thirty years to address obesity

So don’t forget, we need to be spend the money we earn on healthy food and lots of activity as that will save us money in the long run

And remember :

MOVE MORE.. EAT WELL.. FEEL GOOD.. LOOK GOOD

Thanks for being part of our day to make Western Australians the healthiest state in Australia

Elizabeth Re with her sons

Both Elizabeth’s children, Michael and James attended local primary schools and then went on to Newman College in Churchlands for their High School education where they both excelled in sporting and academic disciplines.

Both the boys worked in local jobs including Target, Pizza Hut and Red Rooster while they were studying at University.

Michael is a Pathologist and plays football for Stirling Saints and plays indoor soccer with the boys he went to primary school with.

James is a Environmental Health Officer for Local Government and used to play for Claremont Football Club in the Colts and in the Reserves.

The National Steering Committee for the Year of Women in Local Government has announced 21 ambassadors for its 2010 celebrations.  Over the next 18 months these ambassadors will undertake the role of champions and role models for the advancement of women in Local Government and will each make a valuable contribution to the success of the Year of Women in Local Government 2010.

The ambassadors are:

In Western Australia
• Vicky Small – Manager Customer Service and Information Services – Shire of Augusta – Margaret River
• Kat Pinder– Community Development Officer – access and inclusion – City of Swan
• Councillor Elizabeth Re – City of Stirling
• Jonathan Throssell – CEO – Shire of Mundaring

In Queensland
• Sharon Solyma – Community Grants & Research officer – Gold Coast City Council
• Councillor Joyce Crombie – Diamantina Shire Council
• Michelle McFadyen – CEO – Longreach City Council

In New South Wales
• Neryl East – Manager Media and Communications – Shellharbour City Council
• Councillor Bruce Miller – President NSW Shire’s Association
• Dr Maree Smith – Laboratory Manager – Port Macquarie/Hastings Council
• Councillor Karen McKeown – Penrith City Council

In the Northern Territory
• Sandra Cannon – CEO – Victoria Daly Shire
• Ms Pam Robinson OAM – Manager Climate Change and Environment – Darwin City Council

In Tasmania
• Abyilene McGuire – Senior Environmental Health Officer – Kingborough Council

In Victoria
• Councillor Yvonne Jennings – Swan Hill Rural City Council
• Fiona Hodges – GM Community Wellbeing – Cardinia Shire
• Noelene Duff – CEO – City of Whitehorse

In South Australia
• Jane Fetherstonhaugh – Director of Finance and Community Services/ Dep. CEO – District Council of Grant
• Tanya Hook – Project officer – City of Tea tree Gully
• Councillor Angela Keneally – City of Charles Sturt
• Rebecca Thomas – General Manager City Services – City of Holdfast Bay.
Steering Committee Chairman, Mr. Ray Pincombe, said “The task before the selection panel was a very difficult one, with over 60 outstanding nominations received. These ambassadors provide a great representation of the varied roles and responsibilities that exist within local government. Each ambassador is committed to promoting the advancement of women within the sector, both in management and at the council level and they have great stories to tell about their own personal journeys in local government”.
The topic of women in local government and in particular women in management and leadership positions in local government has been around for a long time. All levels of government are acutely aware of the barriers facing women, yet nationally only a handful of councils are addressing the issue.   Currently women in senior management roles represent only 20% of the local government workforce; a representation that has not changed since 1996.  Only 5% of chief executives or general managers are women, and women represent less than 30% of all elected members.

For more information contact Roni Beauchamp on + 61 3 9682 9222 / 0448 810 660

The honour saw her fly to Canberra to meet with the other delegates and attend the launch of the “Women in Leadership” publication, a book that features 12 women in politics, with a double page feature on Elizabeth’s contribution and her vision for women in leadership.

“If someone had said to me that I would have been in Canberra two weeks ago, having dinner at Parliament house withPrime Minster Rudd before his demise and that I was going to be one of the twelve women who were selected from all the women in Local, State and Federal parliament in Australia, to be written about in the book ” Women in Politics ” and that they would put the quote I gave them on the front cover, I would have to say that you were dreaming.  But the reality is, that’s exactly what has happened and I’m surprised and thrilled,” says Elizabeth.

“The main thing I would like to achieve is to encourage all the good people ( men and women ) to stand up and give women a chance  ( even just the opportunity to act in positions ) and when these good people come forward it will help stamp out the discrimination and bullying that is still so prevalent in the workplace today and is the main deterrent why women have not been utilized to their best potential,” continues Elizabeth.

Click to view the Women in Politics publication.

Elizabeth Re walking her dogs

Footpaths in Stirling are one of the most valuable assets that a community can use to feel like they are safe and also allow an abundance of happiness and encouraging a healthy lifestyle.

Whether you are walking your dog , taking your kids on bikes, pushing a pram, in a wheels chair, pushing a frame or having to use a walking stick, you want the peace of mind that you are not going to be injured during this process.

Elizabeth Re remembers when her oldest son was born and he was not a sleeper, so rather than wake the whole household, she used to walk him around Jackadder Lake, and there was no footpath, so it was difficult in the long grass and dangerous on the roads.  She wrote to the Stirling Council about establishing a footpath around the lake and was told NO!

Seven years later when her boys were learning to ride their bikes, Elizabeth went to a council meeting with a petition for a footpath to be established around the lake and was again advised, “No!”, as a footpath would bring too many people to the Park!

Fifteen years later when Elizabeth was elected into the Council of the City of Stirling, Elizabeth put forward at budget time for the construction of  a footpath round Jackadder Lake, and through her persistence and against strong opposition, the footpath was finally passed and the footpath is used regularly by young and old people, who now feel safe and happy.

Elizabeth also had initial opposition to footpaths along Cedric street and more recently around Dongara Reserve in Innaloo, all of which have now been completed, much to the exhilaration and happiness of the community.

Elizabeth Re sees that good footpaths are essential in assisting people to develop sustainable lifestyles (ie walking to the shop etc) and careful planning is required. Councils need to heed the voice of the people on these issues.

Elizabeth Re is pictured with Sarah Solich from Dianella at the WOW Event in Forrest Chase, 2010

Elizabeth has a vision for our young people.  She recognises that they have a lot they can give to the community if we positively engage them.

Pictured here with Sarah Solich from Dianella, Elizabeth enjoyed working with Sarah at the WOW presentation in Forrest Chase.

Elizabeth met Sarah at the Princesses in Petticoats & Pearls event hosted by Women Can International Inc at The Lily of the Valley Cafe in Henley Brook in March 2010.  Since then, Sarah has been getting more involved in supporting community events and was at WOW helping Kath Mazzella OAM from GAIN Inc (Gynaecological Awareness Information Network) to spread Sexual and Gynae Health Awareness information in the community.

Elizabeth and Sarah both enjoyed the event and discussed the level of support for young people.

Elizabeth sees the cost of education as ever increasing and feels that the HECS Debt needs to be reduced, more services for students provided and the HECS CPI abolished.

Having raised two sons and seeing them both through University Degree programs, Elizabeth understands that education is important and very costly and would like to see our young professionals less burdened financially as they begin their careers.

Elizabeth Re has also served on the City of Stirling Youth Advisory Committee and has a vision for young people and a good understanding of the challenges they face.

Elizabth Re and Kath Mazzella at Princesses, Petticoats & Pearls Event

Elizabeth Re was invited as a special guest to the Princesses, Petticoats & Pearls event hosted by Women Can International Inc at the  Lily of the Valley Cafe, Henley Brook on 6th March 2010 in celebration of International Women’s Day.

On the day Elizabeth helped out in many ways.  She was the judge for the Fashion Parade, which included girls as young as 8 years through to the more senior women of over 70.

It was a fabulous fun day of frollicking with cups of tea and jam and scones on the lawn at the fabulous Lily of the Valley Cafe in Henley Brook in the Swan Valley.

Elizabeth also pulled the winning tickets out of a hat for the lucky door prizes and presented the awards for the best dressed and best model in the parade.

“It’s wonderful to see women from all the different generations getting together to celebrate International Women’s Day”, said Elizabeth.  ”I can’t wait until next year and they’re expecting quite a bigger crowd now that the word is out what a great event it is.”

Hayley Solich, Chairperson and Founder of Women Can International Inc says, “Liz was fabulous.  Had I realised how accomplished she was I would have created a speaking slot for her but it was a bit of a last minute invitation and we felt very privileged that she would support our event.  She was so willing to jump in and help out with all aspects of the day.  The world needs more people like Liz who are just willing to serve in whatever capacity is required.  I really appreciated her flexibility and her lack of pretence.”

Elizabeth is committed to support community events and where possible does her best to put in an appearance to show the community her commitment to them.

More photos from the day…

Elizabeth Re on Australia Day, 2010 at Scarborough Autumn Centre

13/Oct/2009

By Chris Robinson, Stirling Times

06/Oct/2009

Readers Comments…

Raelene Izett

07/10/2009

I definitely think Elizabeth Re is the next Mayor of the City of Stirling. I am in Elizabeth’s Doubleview Ward and know of her to be a tireless worker for our community. She has so much knowledge, not just about her ward, but the entire City of Stirling. There is no issue too small or too big for Elizabeth to take on. I do not know of any other person or Councillor so dedicated to the community and wish her luck for securing the job.

As seen on the website, http://southern.inmycommunity.com.au/news-and-views/local-news/Big-field-for-citys–top-job/7537484/.

Cr Re was one of 21 people nationwide, including four West Australians, to be recognized as an official role model for next years celebrations.

The Woodlands resident was the only WA councillor chosen for the role.

Cr Re said she had not expected her hard work as a City of Stirling representative to be recognized on a national level.

“I was quite surprised, because people from all over Australia have been nominating, including both male and female Councilors and officers who are trying to promote the role of women in the workplace and the community”, she said.

“It was definitely a bit of a shock to be considered at that level.  To find out I was the only councillor from WA to be named as an ambassador was just amazing.”

The Doubleview ward councillor has had a long involvement in local politics, including becoming the first female principle health and building surveyor in WA local government.

She was the eighth female councillor to be elected to the City of Stirling, and one of the first women to be included on the RAC board in WA.

“I like to think I have been an advocate of giving women a fair go and highlighting the challenges and capabilities of women in the workplace”, she said.

Cr Re, who has been a Stirling councillor since 2005 and was this month re-elected for another term, said she would use her role as ambassador to promote the positive role of local government for women.

STIRLING TIMES NEWS PAPER   Western Australia 27 October 30, 2009

Churchlands Priary School Graduation 2009

Picture with Julie Bishop and Liz Constable.

Churchlands Primary School 2009 Graduation

Elizabeth Re contributed to getting Centre back up for Christmas

Local resident and Councilor Elizabeth Re was a huge support in getting the plans for the new Wembley Downs Shopping Centre passed by Council after a fire on the 18 October 2008 burnt the shopping centre that had been the hub of the community for over 50 years

Elizabeth helped to arrange a notice board to be erected on the site to enable the local residents to follow the progress of the centre and raise any issues.

This article appeared in The West Australian newspaper on 4 March 2009.

John Howard and Elizabeth Re