Council Election Results 2025

Published on Sunday, 19 October 2025 at 2:19:00 PM

Congratulations to our newly elected Councillors: Sam Starcevich, Leonie de Haas, Gerry Harp and Garry McWilliams.

We also extend our appreciation to candidates Natasha Burnett, Alex Barrett, Dennis Andre for putting themselves forward to serve the communities in the Esperance region.

Each elected term will run for four (4) years, concluding on 20 October 2029. Full election results are listed below and can also be viewed at the Western Australian Electoral Commission.

Rural Ward

BURNETT, Natasha - 340

STARCEVICH, Sam – 714

Town Ward

ANDRE, Dennis – 90

DE HASS, Leonie – 767

MCWILLIAMS, Garry - 379

HARP, Gerry - 534

BARRETT, Alex - 375

A Special Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday 21 October 2025 at 4pm in the Council Chambers, to officially swear in the new Council. During this meeting, Councillors will also elect the Deputy Shire President.

This meeting will be livestreamed, and community members are invited to attend in person.

To our community - thank you for voting.

These Councillors are your representatives. It is their responsibility to advocate for your needs, make thoughtful decisions, and guide our community toward long-term prosperity.

Support them. Stay engaged. Keep the conversation going.

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