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James Grimard now candidate for Division 5
James Grimard Candidate for Division 5
James is a Mount Mellum resident who is determined to fight for the fair representation of the hinterland community.
“Throughout the past 18 months, I’ve had the opportunity to meet many residents and business owners who have shared with me their concerns regarding local issues,” James said.
“It’s becoming extremely apparent that the local community is very disturbed by the lack of employment opportunities that our region provides.
“In addition, locals are united in their concerns facing the local farming industry. Our local farmers have been without government support for too long and it’s time to change that,” he said.
Born and raised on the Sunshine Coast, James has a passion for public service and holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Bond University.
Before running for local government, James worked as a consultant in the Brisbane CBD specialising in human resources services within the life sciences field and has worked extensively in business-to-business sales. James most recent governance experience includes his ongoing directorship at the Maple Street (Maleny) Co-Op.
If elected, James says he is dedicated to being as accessible as possible to his constituents and has committed to hold open office hours for those who need to discuss regional issues.
“I have made it my duty to amplify the needs of our region to state and federal governments,” James said. "Hinterland communities have been dismissed and forgotten for too long and I take seriously my responsibility to be proactive in ensuring that your voices are heard.
“Regionally, I am devoted to becoming a powerful representative for local farmers, family businesses and retirees.”
James is an independent and has no political allegiances. “I’m running as an independent candidate so that our farmers, family businesses and local industry can prosper once again,” he said.
“Politicians need to acknowledge that they represent and work for the local residents of the Sunshine Coast region. In an area like ours it is imperative that we keep party politics out of local government.
“As a community we need industrial development if we’re to improve our standard of living and not just continue down struggle street. It’s an issue that concerns all of us and I’m the only candidate who is 110 per cent determined to get it done.
“I would be honoured in being your representative for our community and leading Division 5 towards a prosperous future,” James said.
