Baw Baw Shire Councillors have elected East Ward Councillor Brendan Kingwill as Mayor and East Ward Councillor Kate Wilson as Deputy Mayor for the 12-month Council term.
In taking on the role of Mayor, Cr Kingwill is keen to see collaboration lead the way forward.
"What an honour to have been elected as Mayor of Baw Baw Shire Council this term, alongside Cr Wilson as Deputy Mayor."
"I am grateful for the confidence and support of my fellow Councillors as I take on this new role. We all bring different skills to the table, different perspectives, and all want the best for Baw Baw Shire.
"We are unified in our shared commitment to listen to our community, represent their interests and create opportunities that benefit people across the Shire. I look forward to working collaboratively with Council and our community to build on the work already underway and finding new ways to ensure that Baw Baw Shire thrives into the future.
"Collaboration is our biggest strength and I implore community members to keep working with us to get the region what it needs. We've built strong momentum in attracting investment in the Shire and we promise to keep that going."
Cr Wilson echoed the sentiment, highlighting Council's advocacy efforts.
"We've done some great work in the advocacy space over the past 12 months and will continue calling for our fair share of funding for the Shire," said Cr Wilson.
Cr Wilson also reflected on the community spirit she'd observed in her time as Mayor over the past 12 months.
"So many in our community volunteer their time and make a point of connecting with each other and making this place better for all of us. That is what makes Baw Baw a beautiful place to live," said Cr Wilson.
During the meeting, several Councillor committee appointments were made, and the schedule for the 2027 Council Meetings was adopted. Council meetings will continue to be held on the fourth Wednesdays of the month and alternately commence at 1pm and 5.30pm.
The first Council Meeting of the term will take place at 1pm on Wednesday 24 November 2026.
