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Russell Milligan
16 March 2024
Strength & Stability for Ipswich
Dear Division 4 Residents,
Thank you for your support during my first term as your Division 4 Ipswich City Councillor, Deputy Mayor and Chair of Council’s Environment & Sustainability Committee.
As we face a cost-of-living crisis, I commit to continuing to advocate for council to deliver local government core services to the standard expected by our community while minimising the financial impact on ratepayers and residents. Our region’s liveability is paramount, especially with a growing population; My pledge to you, if re-elected, is to uphold my civic duty, to put my community first, to provide strength in advocacy on your behalf and stability in representation for our community.
Looking forward, there are some key projects that will shape Ipswich’s future and I have been putting forward our Division’s concerns and needs to council during the planning and construction stages. These projects include:
- Ipswich to Springfield Central public Transport Corridor (I2S)
- Critical and Enabling Infrastructure (critical upgrades to our highway network – Cunningham, Warrego, Centenary, WIB)
- Waste and Circular Economy Transformation
- Ipswich Central Second River Crossing
- Ebenezer Regional Industrial Area
- North Ipswich Sport and Entertainment Precinct
Your continued support is vital as we navigate the challenges and work towards a brighter and prosperous future together.
I ask for your assistance again at this election to enable me to continue as your voice in our Ipswich City Council.
– Russell Milligan
Division 4 Candidate – City of Ipswich
My performance as your Councillor...
Strength in advocacy for external funding for major infrastructure projects to advance Ipswich
The good governance of your local government, providing stability in representation and a return of civic pride
Responsible financial management in the development of each annual budget to ensure the delivery of the core local government services
preservation and restoration of the Natural environment of ipswich through The development and delivery of the new Natural Environment Strategy
A comprehensive review of waste management, leading to the development and delivery of the new Resource Recovery Strategy
About
Russell Milligan
In 2020, I was elected as a Division 4 Councillor of the City of Ipswich and in 2023, I became Deputy Mayor. During my first term of council, I have served as Chair of the Environment & Sustainability Committee which is a role I have thoroughly enjoyed since upholding a balance of city living and environmental preservation is imperative as our city’s population grows.
I am an Ipswich local, previously self-employed as a telecommunications technician and conduct a small business employing up to 6 sub-contractors. I built my first home in Rosewood in 1992, cementing my personal history in the greater Ipswich region and now live in Brassall.
My personal development and discipline has been strongly influenced by a military career. I initially served as an Infantry Rifleman, then progressed to becoming a Commissioned Officer, serving as a Military Police Platoon Commander.
My previous community involvement includes SES, Rural Fire Brigade, RSL sub-branch, Freemasonry and community fundraising.
Growing up, Local Government matters were a constant subject of discussion in our home, with my father Bob Milligan being an elected member of Laidley Shire Council for almost 20 years.
I am not a member of any community group or political party. This has allowed me to maintain an unbiased commitment to Local Government representation.
I look forward to continuing to serve as your Councillor and I ask for your vote once again on 16 March.
