The NSW Electoral Commission has finally announced the results of this year’s council elections, and a diverse selection of councillors have been elected across the five wards. The results highlight a mix of longstanding representatives and new voices, shaping a council that reflects the community’s diverse perspectives and political preferences. Below are the councillors elected in each ward:
Bankstown Ward
- Bilal El Hayek (Labor)
- Khal Asfour (Labor)
- George Zakhia (Liberal)
Bass Hill Ward
- Rachelle Harika (Labor)
- Christopher Cahill (Labor)
- Saud Abu-Samen (Community Voice of Australia)
Canterbury Ward
- Clare Raffan (Labor)
- Barbara Coorey (Independent)
- Conroy Blood (Greens)
Revesby Ward
- David Walsh (Labor)
- Wendy Lindsay (Liberal)
- Jennifer Walther (Liberal)
Roselands Ward
- Khaldoun Saleh (Labor)
- Sherin Akther (Labor)
- Harry Stavrinos (Our Local Community)
The election results present a council with a broad political spectrum, indicating that residents are looking for representation that is diverse and multi-faceted. The new council will now focus on addressing key community issues, fostering collaboration across party lines to ensure the needs of Canterbury-Bankstown’s residents are met.
