WITH Local Government Elections fast approaching, residents of Camden Haven will have a unique opportunity to engage with their potential future leaders.

An informal Meet the Candidates session for those contesting the position of Port Macquarie-Hastings Mayor has been scheduled for Tuesday 30 July, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, in the Anzac Room at the Laurieton United Services Club.

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During this session, declared mayoral candidates will each be allotted a ten-minute time slot to address the community.

Unlike traditional Meet the Candidate events, this session will not include a formal question and answer segment.

However, candidates will remain available after their presentations to answer any questions from the public directly.

The upcoming election takes on added significance as the incumbent Mayor, Peta Pinson, has announced she will not be seeking re-election.

Mayor Pinson, who first assumed the role following a by-election in 2017 and was re-elected in 2021, has made history as the first female mayor of Port Macquarie-Hastings Council.

Her decision not to run leaves the mayoral position open for a new leader to be popularly elected.

Given the structured nature of the event and the limited time, the meeting will commence promptly at 5:30 pm.

Residents are encouraged to arrive early to ensure they are seated and ready for the candidates’ presentations.

An independent master of ceremonies (MC) will oversee the evening, introducing each candidate and ensuring the event progresses smoothly.

This session provides an invaluable chance for Camden Haven residents to hear directly from those aspiring to lead their community, making informed decisions about their next mayor.