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Councillors

Councillors are elected by residents of the Cessnock Local Government Area (LGA) every four years to represent the interests of the community.

Wards

The Cessnock LGA is divided into four areas called ‘Wards’. Each ward has three Councillors to represent the people within these areas. View the Ward Maps.

Dan Watton

Cessnock City Council Mayor

Telephone4993 4210
Alternate Phone0409 404 898
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; daniel.watton@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileDan Watton, elected Mayor of Cessnock, is excited to continue his service to the community after a successful first term as a Ward C Councillor. With a blend of business and community-focused experience, Dan is passionate about fostering growth and opportunity for all residents.

Jessica Jurd

Councillor - Ward A

Telephone0417 083 073
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; jessica.jurd@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileJessica brings a wealth of experience in customer service, with 20 years dedicated to the hairdressing industry. Jessica prides herself on being a great listener and communicator, skills that have allowed her to build meaningful connections with clients and community members. Jessica has a deep love for the town in which she grew up in which serves as the reason Jessica ran for Council once again.

Tracey Harrington

Councillor - Ward A

Telephone0408 679 927
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; tracey.harrington@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileTracey is a lifelong local resident and a Cessnock business owner for the past 25 years. Tracey is very invested in our local area and wants to see its many positive attributes recognised and promoted throughout the LGA and further afield.

Chris Madden

Councillor - Ward B

Telephone0408 785 148
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; chris.madden@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileChris Madden is an active member of the Cessnock and Kearsley communities. As a proud father of two young adults, he stands on the committee for several local sports including Cessnock Hockey and Kearsley Crusher Rugby League Football Club.

Sarah Pascoe

Councillor - Ward B

Telephone0428 117 162
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; sarah.pascoe@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileSarah was born and raised in Cessnock and is thrilled to have been elected to represent the community. Sarah is married with three children, and loves spending time with her family in Cessnock enjoying the wonderful parks and spaces the previous Councillors created.

Quintin King

Councillor - Ward B

Telephone0409 614 356
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; quintin.king@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileAs a proud blue-collar worker and plant mechanic in the coal mining industry, Quintin has made Cessnock his home. Alongside his role as a dedicated husband and father of two, Quintin brings years of experience from the road construction industry, where he developed his skills and commitment to the Cessnock community.

James Hawkins

Ward A Councillor

Telephone0417 126 211
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; james.hawkins@cessnock.nsw.gov.au

Sophie Palmowski

Councillor - Ward C

Telephone0409 254 894
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; sophie.palmowski@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileSophie is a mother, midwife and committed member of the Braxton Greta community where she has lived her entire life. With a lineage in the region spanning three generations, Sophie brings a deep understanding of the dynamics of small-town living and the importance of community support.

Mitchell Lea

Councillor - Ward C

Telephone0408 970 625
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; mitchell.lea@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileMitchell is a Cessnock local. Born in Kurri Kurri and raised in Weston where he now resides raising his own family. Having studied Education at the University of Newcastle, Mitchell brings experience from the health industry and has a further wealth of knowledge in the Occupational Health & Safety and Emergency & Disaster Management fields.

Mark Mason

Councillor - Ward C

Telephone0460 041 914
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; mark.mason@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileMark brings 18 years of experience in banking and finance.

Rosa Grine

Councillor - Ward D

Telephone0409 548 374
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; rosa.grine@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileCouncillor Rosa Grine is a Local community member who is passionate about better facilities, local opportunities for our youth and for local families. Rosa is working towards having better sporting grounds and community facilities.

Mitchell Hill

Councillor - Ward D and Deputy Mayor

Telephone0448 617 237
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; mitchell.hill@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileCouncillor Mitchell Hill is currently serving in his second term on Council. Mitchell is a Heddon Greta local who was raised and now works within the community of Kurri Kurri. He holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Newcastle in Information Technology and now works as a Technical Support Officer in the NSW Department of Education.

Susanne Dixon

Councillor - Ward D

Telephone0409 632 786
Email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au; susanne.dixon@cessnock.nsw.gov.au
ProfileSusanne’s main focus is to help the community to get more involved with their local council and community with better consultation and transparency, so council and residents can work together for the betterment of the Cessnock LGA.

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