MEDIA RELEASE - Appointment of Commissioner to Shire of Derby/West Kimberley

Published on Tuesday, 15 April 2025 at 4:32:50 PM

15 April 2025                                                                                                For immediate release

Shire of Derby/West Kimberley welcomes the appointment of Jeff Gooding PSM as Commissioner, announced today by the Minister for Local Government, the Hon. Hannah Beazley MLA.

Mr Gooding, a highly respected and experienced member of the Kimberley community, will officially commence in the role on Friday 18 April 2025.

As Commissioner, Mr Gooding will carry out all functions of the Council and Shire President, ensuring the continued delivery of good governance and essential services to the community. His term will continue until the next local government elections, scheduled for 18 October 2025.

The Shire looks forward to working alongside Mr Gooding as he leads the organisation through this important period of transition.

 

ENDS

 

For media information:

Tamara Clarkson

Chief Executive Officer

Shire of Derby/West Kimberley             

PO Box 94 Derby WA 6728                    

08 9191 0999 I ceo@sdwk.wa.gov.au

 

Maria O’Connell

Coordinator Communications and Media

Shire of Derby/West Kimberley

PO Box 94 Derby WA 6728

08 9191 0999 I media@sdwk.wa.gov.au               

 

 

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