Cr Blair Barker

Personal Background

I have 20 years' experience living locally, working as a company director, defence force officer and children’s growth coach. I studied economics at Monash University.

What motivated you to run for Council?

8 years ago I wanted to become a Councillor to improve the lives of people that call our area home to improve the livability of our area.

Areas of interest/professional knowledge

• Organisational change
• Strategic human resources
• Growing and supporting sport and non government organisations locally
• Innovative services and facilities

What are your key principles?  

Fighting for outcomes for people impacted by planning and State project matters. Build a council culture that is responsive, accountable, efficient and improves the liveability of our area.

What are the key priorities for you in this Council term?  

• Expand the migrant swim and work experience program
• Deliver more parks and active recreation spaces with more trees and street lights

What are the key challenges for Whitehorse?  

• Managing increased population density
• Ensuring liveability remains high
• Services are enabled by financial sustainability  

Affiliation/Membership

Various local sporting clubs with my children.  

Areas of interest/professional knowledge

• I love dogs and cars
• Innovation and organisational culture
• Housing policy
• Organisational transformation

Contact Cr Blair Barker

Mobile
0459 857 280

Email
Blair.Barker@whitehorse.vic.gov.au