About Wendy

Born and Raised Here. Ready to Lead.

I am standing for Councillor and Mayor of the Northern Midlands because I believe our community deserves a Council that listens, works together, manages ratepayer funds responsibly and delivers results.

Wendy Mitchell — candidate for Councillor and Mayor, Northern Midlands
My Story

The Northern Midlands is my home. I was born and raised here, and this community has shaped everything I am. That deep connection to this place — its people, its land, its future — is why I am putting my hand up to serve as your Councillor and Mayor.

Over more than 12 years as CEO of multimillion-dollar organisations, I have led teams through complex challenges, turned struggling organisations into thriving ones, and always kept the people I serve at the centre of every decision.

I bring senior local government leadership experience from both Tasmania and Victoria, combined with a Master's in Environmental Management and a Postgraduate qualification in Land Use Planning. I am a graduate of the Australian Rural Leadership Program and the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

My background spans farming, business, tourism, and planning — giving me a practical, grounded understanding of what our community needs. I am not a career politician. I am a neighbour, a community member, and someone who genuinely cares about the Northern Midlands.

Qualifications & Experience

Roots

Born and raised in the Northern Midlands

Leadership

More than 12 years as CEO of multimillion-dollar organisations

Government

Senior local government leadership in Tasmania & Victoria

Education

Master's in Environmental Management & Postgraduate in Land Use Planning

Programs

Graduate of the Australian Rural Leadership Program & the Australian Institute of Company Directors

Industry

Farming, business, tourism, planning experience

What Drives Me

Community First

Every decision I make will be guided by what is best for the people of the Northern Midlands — not politics, not personal gain.

Honest Leadership

I believe in transparency, integrity and straight talking. You deserve to know how your rates are being spent and why.

Getting Things Done

I have a track record of delivering results. I do not just talk about change — I make it happen.

Ready to Make a Difference

If you believe the Northern Midlands deserves a Council that listens, delivers and leads — I would be honoured to have your support.

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