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MAV appoints new Advisory Panels

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The MAV is proud to announce its newly-appointed Advisory Panel members on behalf of the MAV Board. These accomplished individuals bring unparalleled expertise, leadership, and passion, and will make invaluable contributions to the work of MAV and the local government sector.

Four Advisory Panels have been established, each addressing a key priority area identified in the MAV’s Strategic Plan 2024-2027:

  • Health and Wellbeing
  • Climate Futures
  • Connected Places
  • Future Gen

This milestone reflects MAV’s unwavering commitment to fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and supporting councils in building a resilient and sustainable future for Victorian communities.

In March 2024, MAV launched its Strategic Plan 2024–2027, Shaping Our Future, with a clear focus on supporting councils to deliver outcomes that meet the evolving challenges of local governments.

Each panel includes a dynamic mix of sector leaders and subject matter experts who will work together to develop strategies, policies, and initiatives to support the MAV to deliver on its strategic objectives, as well as identify emerging advocacy priorities.

Through their advice, the panels will ensure that the MAV’s work is evidence-led, includes diverse perspectives, and brings us closer to the shared vision of Victoria’s local government sector.

Advisory Panel Members

Climate Futures

  • Dr Cathy Oke OAM (Chair)
  • Professor Liam Smith
  • Professor John Wiseman
  • Professor Briony Rogers
  • Tiffany Crawford
  • Rob Law
  • Sam Rye

Connected Places

  • Leanne Hodyl (Chair)
  • Marcus Spiller
  • Professor Andrew Butt
  • Dr Marjan Hajjari
  • Valli Morphett
  • Clifford Eberly
  • Simon McMillan
  • Dr Rebecca Casson
  • Georgina Pikoulas

Future Gen

  • Tahlia Azaria (Chair)
  • Taylor Hawkins
  • Emily Greco
  • Associate Professor Mark Chou
  • Samuel Champion

Health and Wellbeing

  • Maria Dimopoulos AM (Chair)
  • Dr Jennifer Alden
  • Dr Iain Butterworth
  • Jane Cowell
  • Professor Leesa Hooker
  • Juanita Pope
  • Treasure Jennings
  • Jo Noesgaard
  • Michael Geary
  • Samantha Sharp

The MAV Advisory Panels are integral to building a resilient, innovative, and connected future for Victoria’s councils. With the input of these expert individuals, MAV is poised to lead the way in addressing the challenges and opportunities of local governance.