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Cr Daniel Griffiths
Personal Background
I’m a proud resident of Blackburn South, having made Whitehorse my home after moving from the United Kingdom in 2017 for a job offer.
I’m married to a hardworking nurse, and I work as an academic at the University of Melbourne in health policy.
Outside of work, I’m passionate about promoting community and professional music, conducting community choirs, serving as a lay clerk at St Paul’s Cathedral, and spending quality time with family and friends.
What motivated you to run for Council?
I initially wanted to understand how my rates were spent and whether they were used effectively. Once I learned more about what a councillor actually does, I felt motivated to get involved in the decision-making process, as I believed that I could genuinely represent the interests of residents fairly without personal or competing interests.
Areas of interest/professional knowledge
My expertise spans diverse areas of scientific and health-related research, paired with a passion for music and community choirs – all united by the goal of making a positive impact on people’s lives.
What are your key principles?
I am committed to listening to residents, acting with integrity, and making evidence-based decisions that benefit our neighbourhood.
What are the key priorities for you in this Council term?
- Improving value for money from council
- Supporting development that is responsible and sustainable
- Building a stronger community through strategic programs and improved council facilities
- Ensuring decisions are guided by the community’s needs, with transparency, integrity, and evidence-based reasoning.
What are the key challenges for Whitehorse?
- Balancing growth with the increased demand for services while ensuring quality and accessibility for all residents
- Improving value for money to keep rates relatively low
- Having more meaningful resident engagement in decision-making.
Contact Cr Daniel Griffiths
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0431 486 455
