Ross Kerridge, Lord Mayor of Newcastle

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Ross Kerridge Steps into Role as Newcastle’s 15th Lord Mayor, Outlining Ambitious Plans

Ross Kerridge has officially taken up his position as Newcastle's 15th Lord Mayor, hitting the ground running by meeting with Premier Chris Minns to discuss his vision for the region. Dr Kerridge, appearing on NBN News on Wednesday night, expressed his gratitude to the people of Newcastle for entrusting him with the role. "I would like to thank the community for their support," he said. "I can only promise to […]

today2 October 2024

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Margin of Error Observation: Vote Changes in Wallsend Pre-Poll Check Count

A check count of the Wallsend pre-poll has revealed minor adjustments to the initial vote tallies, offering insight into the small fluctuations that can occur during the electoral process. These changes, while not dramatic, highlight the margin of error present in the counting process. In the check count, Ross Kerridge saw his vote total increase by 37, compared to an additional 26 votes for Nuatali Nelmes. This resulted in Kerridge […]

today19 September 2024

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Nuatali Nelmes Concedes Newcastle Lord Mayoral Seat to Dr Ross Kerridge

In a significant turn of events for Newcastle's local government, Nuatali Nelmes has conceded defeat to independent candidate Ross Kerridge in the closely fought Lord Mayoral election. After serving nearly ten years as Newcastle's second-longest-serving Lord Mayor, Nelmes acknowledged that she is likely to fall just a few hundred votes short of re-election. Allthough Newy 87.8 observes it to be in the thousands. "While the final votes are still being […]

today17 September 2024 2

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A Close Contest – Kerridge vs Nelmes – Preferences To Decide

The 2024 Newcastle mayoral election is proving to be one of the tightest and most competitive in recent memory, with the incumbent Lord Mayor, Nuatali Nelmes, locked in a close contest with independent challenger Ross Kerridge. While Kerridge has made significant inroads in the mayoral race, leading with 33.34% of the first-preference votes, compared to 31.97% for Nelmes, the local councillor elections have told a different story, with the Australian […]

today16 September 2024 2

Ross Kerridge, Lord Mayor of Newcastle

University of Newcastle Submits Application for New City Campus Accommodation

The University of Newcastle has officially lodged a State Significant Development Application (SSDA) for a modern student accommodation complex, which is set to transform the city's educational landscape. The application, now with the Department of Planning, Housing, and Infrastructure (DPHI), marks a significant milestone for the university’s ambitious project. Vice-Chancellor Professor Alex Zelinsky, AO, expressed enthusiasm about the progress made. "After months of meticulous planning and community consultation, we are excited to be moving closer to breaking ground on this […]

today6 September 2024

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Dr Ross Kerridge Announces Footpath Rescue Package in Newcastle Campaign

Dr Ross Kerridge Announces Footpath Rescue Package in Newcastle Campaign Dr Ross Kerridge, leader of the 'Our Newcastle' team and candidate for Lord Mayor, has announced a new initiative to improve footpath infrastructure across the Newcastle Local Government Area (LGA). In a statement today, Dr Kerridge outlined his plan to deliver more than 30 kilometres of new footpaths over the next four years, particularly in suburbs with limited footpath access. […]

today5 September 2024

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Deputy Lord Mayor Slams Sexist Language in Newcastle Council Election Campaign

  Newcastle’s Deputy Lord Mayor, Declan Clausen, has taken a strong stance against the use of alledged sexist language in the ongoing council election campaign. In a recent Facebook post, Clausen called out certain male candidates for their repeated use of terms like “vanity” and “glamour” to dismiss the achievements of the current Lord Mayor, Nuatali Nelmes. Clausen expressed concern over what he described as "lazy tropes" being employed to […]

today30 August 2024

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Newcastle Election Heats Up Amidst Vandalism of Dr. Ross Kerridge’s Campaign Posters

The race for Newcastle’s next Lord Mayor is intensifying as campaign materials for Dr. Ross Kerridge, leader of the "Our Newcastle" independent group, have been vandalised in North Lambton. This incident comes amid growing tensions in what is shaping up to be a highly contested local election. Dr. Kerridge took to social media to express his disappointment over the vandalism of his corflutes, as well as those of fellow independent […]

today23 August 2024

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Ross Kerridge Pledges Airport Board Salary Donation if Elected Lord Mayor

Dr. Ross Kerridge, a candidate for Lord Mayor of Newcastle, has announced his commitment to donate the director’s salary he would receive from the Newcastle Airport Board if elected. This decision is part of his broader pledge to enhance transparency and accountability within the Newcastle Council. Dr. Kerridge highlighted the importance of redirecting the $50,000 salary, suggesting it should be donated to a deserving charity or reinvested into the council’s […]

today3 August 2024

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