2024 Council Elections

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GORDON WARD

Sarah Winn is an experienced project manager specialising in sustainability and passionate about helping communities transition to a low carbon future. Sarah has lived in Ku-ring-gai for close to a decade with her husband and three sons. Her youngest is in his final year at Killara High School, where she volunteers.

Sarah loves Ku-ring-gai’s natural landscapes and will continue to advocate for the area’s heritage and precious environment. She would like to see a collaborative approach to housing growth which protects the unique qualities of the region. As a skilled project manager, Sarah is well regarded for her ability to bring all stakeholders to the table to find common ground and purpose.

Having lived in many cities around the world, Sarah values a vibrant, diverse and connected community. She understands the importance of local business driving employment and the role of council to provide the services, and the recreational, sporting and cultural infrastructure that bring communities together.

Sarah is an active community member, and part of many school, sporting and not for profit groups, with a strong focus on sustainability.

EXPERIENCE

• Program Director ImpactX
• Former corporate and commercial lawyer
• Chair and Co-Founder EnergyZE North Shore Inc
• Ku-ring-gai Council’s Net Zero Champions
• Killara High School Volunteer
• MC, Ku-ring-gai & Hornsby Council Sustainable Future Day
• Gordon Football Club Over 45s
• Killara Neighbourhood Watch
• Eryldene Historic House and Garden Member

WAHROONGA WARD

Kristyn, the co-founder and Convenor of Voices of Ku-ring-gai believes in good governance, fiscal responsibility, community consultation, transparency, environmental protection, and, most importantly, GREAT LEADERSHIP. Last year, she ran as an independent candidate in the NSW State election for Wahroonga, securing nearly 10% of the vote. After the election, her dedication to serving our community grew. 

Voices of Ku-ring-gai enabled Kristyn to represent our community at Council forums, attend events, and gain media attention, including features in SMH’s Good Weekend and interviews on ABC Radio about preserving our urban forests from vandalism, over development, rezoning, and reclassifications. Whilst she has had some success she feels she can better advocate for the community as a Wahroonga Ward Councillor. Join her campaign by following the link. 

EXPERIENCE

• Co-Founder/Convenor of  Voices of Ku-ring-gai
• Independent Candidate for Wahroonga  2023 NSW State Election
• CEO, People for Success, Leadership Consultants (peopleforsuccess.com.au)
• Leadership Specialist at the SAN for 3 years
• Previous role as Human Resources Executive
• Co-founder/Convenor of a registered charity, Expand Now (expandnow.org)
• Mentor Women’s Federation of World Peace
• Author and Published Poet of ‘The Unfolding’

COMENARRA WARD

Adrienne McLean is dedicated to enhancing Ku-ring-gai through community consultation and strengthening connections between the council and residents. Her vision includes upgrading amenities across Ku-ring-gai, such as town centers, cultural spaces, and sporting facilities whilst preserving the beautiful environment around Ku-ring-gai.

As President of the Ku-ring-gai Chamber of Commerce, Adrienne supports local businesses by fostering connections and liaising with all levels of government. Her experience as a business owner gives her insight into the dedication required to succeed. Her background in business systems and change management equips her to navigate and manage change effectively.

Adrienne has been involved with community groups like Marian Street Theatre - Action, STEP, Turramurra Trotters, St Ives Toastmasters, Ku-ring-gai Orchid Society, and HHH Community Radio. 

A fourth-generation Ku-ring-gai resident, Adrienne was born and raised in Turramurra. She and her husband returned to the area to raise their three children, continuing their family’s long-standing connection to the community.

EXPERIENCE

• Ku-ring-gai Chamber of Commerce, President since Dec 2023
• Independent Candidate for Wahroonga 2021 Ku-ring-gai Council election
• Hornsby Chamber of Commerce, President 2015
• Founder, The Speakers Practice
• Board role and presenter at HHH Community radio, 5 years
• President St Ives Toastmasters, 3 years
  
• Mentor of Boosting Female Founder initiative, Dept of Industry
• Author and Self Publisher of 'Think Bigger, Grow and Succeed"

ROSEVILLE WARD

Ku-ring-gai has been Caroline's home for 15 years; She has a deep affinity with the area. On council she will be the voice to represent the values of our community. Caroline wants to develop much needed housing in Ku-ring-gai including for essential workers such as nurses, without destroying its heritage and green spaces. Ku-ring-gai needs investment in schools, roads and public transport to support any growth. Caroline believes the work of the council can address our communities needs and transition to renewable energy while encouraging appropriate local investment. Living in Ku-ring-gai means we are surrounded by nature such as the unique Blue Gum High forest and we are lucky enough to have good community facilities and parks. Caroline wants to keep these places special. "Let’s not introduce contaminants such as synthetic turf which pollutes our environment with micro plastics. I will fight to get natural turf in places such as Charles Bean Oval so that our natural spaces remain accessible and safe for everyone." As a Roseville Councillor Caroline will use her experience as a company director, as chair of an environmental advocacy agency and as a small-business owner to advocate for the Ku-ring-gai community and for our environment.

COMMENARA WARD

Cr Greg Taylor was elected in 2021 representing the Comenarra Ward. Cr Taylor is a classical musician, environmental educator, conservation manager and passionate activist for progressive and sustainable social, ecological and cultural change.

Cr Taylor lists his listening abilities, communication skills, intimate knowledge of the natural environment and effective organisational expertise as the qualities he will utilise and develop as a Councillor.

Aspects of society he is most enthusiastic about contributing to are - community connection and services, environmental policy, conservation of natural and manmade heritage and development policy. Cr Taylor also wants to maintain integrity, honesty and committed responsibility to the people of Ku-ring-gai and the land they live on.

In this Council term Cr Taylor was appointed to:

• Sustainable Recreation Advisory Group - Deputy Chair
• Hornsby/Ku-ring-gai Bush Fire Management Committee (BFMC) - Delegate
• Hornsby/Ku-ring-gai Rural Fire Service District Liaison Committee - Delegate

ST IVES WARD

Cr Christine Kay has been a resident of St Ives and for over 13 years and represents St Ives Ward. She was attracted to Ku-ring-gai for its unique, natural leafy environment and sense of community. 

Cr Kay has professional experience in banking and finance, business development, project management, events, entrepreneurship, tourism and small business.

Cr Kay has a strong community focus and has contributed through a number of volunteer roles including Rotary, Girl Guides, Hornsby- Ku-ring-gai Women’s Shelter, PCYC, WildThings NSW. She is a current board member of ALGWA ( Australian Local Government Women's Association ) and on the Liberal Women's Council Executive team 

Cr Kay is an advocate for supporting services for mental health, disability, youth suicide and domestic violence prevention. 

Cr Kay is passionate about maintaining the uniqueness and integrity of Ku-ring-gai by protecting our urban wildlife and environment for future generations.

She is committed to improving services to the community to better the lives of Ku-ring-gai residents.

In this Council term Cr Kay was appointed to:

• Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee - Member
• NSW Public Libraries Association - Delegate
• Northern Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (NSROC) - Alternate