INTRODUCING
Penny Philpott
“My passion lies in the arts and my ambition is to establish the Northern Beaches as the cultural hub of Sydney.” – Penny Philpott
Rachael Martin in her own words is "Young, energetic, ambitious, and fiercely passionate about democracy".
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Having previously run a small business, she has spent years advocating for children with intellectual disabilities. Now through her work as a community liaison officer, she advocates for the local community on a wide range of issues with a real focus on affordable and accessible housing. Having experienced the impact of the housing crisis in her own life and seeing her friends struggling to pay high rents whilst studying and working, she wants to be on Council to be part of the solution.
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Rachael completed her degree at USYD in political economy and social policy, whilst running her business working with children with high-needs autism.
Through her work as community liaison for Zali Steggall, she has grown to love the Northern Beaches, while also gaining a unique understanding of the needs and wants of the electorate.
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Her experiences have given her great insight into how people’s values inform social policy, and how economics and budget management enables this policy.
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INTRODUCING
Rachael Martin
"Community-driven, local politics is the cornerstone of democracy and that’s why I am so excited to be running for council with YNBIT".
– Rachael Martin
Immediate areas of focus:
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Grow our sense of community and belonging, including for young people​
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Housing crisis and affordability
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Protecting our natural environment.