As part of the ongoing Community Conversation chats on The Phatt with councillors from the City of Greater Bendigo, Brett and Keith sat down with Cr. Damien Hurrell of Ravenswood ward to chat through all things council and to get to know the human side of being a councillor.
Damien talked about the challenges of finding balance between his commitment to community and his family and work life - not an easy thing to achieve. Damien also talked about what goes into decision making at council meetings, the many hours of reparation and discussions that inform the outcomes that impact our community. He spoke directly about recent decisions in regards to the Hargreaves Mall and the local public holiday.
Damien also feels strongly about our commitment to reconciliation and chose the Paul Kelly and Kev Carmody classic "From Little Things Big Things Grow" as his Australian music play, albeit running with the updated version by Ziggy Ramo and Paul Kelly.
A very insightful chat that helped Brett and Keith with their understanding and admiration for those who give so much to our community through serving on council.