Cr Jarrod Gunn

Personal Background

I first moved to Whitehorse in 1999 just prior to the birth of my first son. I have three sons and a loving and supportive wife. My wife’s family have lived in Vermont South since the early 80’s. I have a Master’s in Public Health and a Bachelor of Applied Science both through Deakin University.  

What motivated you to run for Council?

I am an active community member involved in schools, sports clubs and the Vermont South Neighborhood House. I have always preferred to get involved and help set the agenda, tone and expectations rather than be determined by them.  

Areas of interest/professional knowledge

• Community development
• Housing
• Homelessness
• Art and creativity
• Health and social services
• Sport and social inclusion
• Social enterprise
• What are your key principles?  
• Honesty
• Sincerity
• Putting the community first

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

• Listen – to community, colleagues, administration.  
• Learn – from those who have been in the job, avoid mistakes
• Respond – to challenges and opportunities
• Represent – the community and be our advocate

What are the key challenges for Whitehorse?  

• Competing demands from community and State and Federal government.  
• Changing climate and increasing severe weather events.  

Affiliation/Membership

Nil political.  

Vermont South Neighborhood House.

Contact Cr Jarrod Gunn

Mobile
0431 487 348

Email
Jarrod.Gunn@whitehorse.vic.gov.au