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Published on 23 February 2026
Council is pleased to announce that Janelle Ling has been declared by the Electoral Commissioner as the 2026 bi-election winner.
In accordance section 100(3) of the Local Government Electoral Act 2011 a copy of the Notice of Declaration is attached.
Mayor Guivarra welcomes Councillor Janelle Ling to the Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council on behalf of the elected members and is excited to work with her on a range issues and opportunities affecting Mapoon.