Central Ward Councillor Chris Doohan, elected as Deputy Mayor or Port Stephens Council Medowie & Tilligerry News Of The Area Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Port Stephens LGA Raymond Terrace, Heatherbrae, Tomago by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 3, 2019 A favorite file pic of our Deputy Mayor. PORT Stephens Council has a new Deputy Mayor in Medowie resident and Central Ward Councillor Chris Doohan, who was elected 6 votes to 4 against fellow nominee and Central Ward Councillor Cr Sarah Smith. Modern Media: Advertise with News Of The Area and you get your ad in 1) in Print, 2) on the News Website (like this ad), and 3) on our Social Media news site. A much more efficient way to advertise. Reach a HUGE audience for a LOW price TODAY! Call us on 02 4983 2134. Or media@newsofthearea.com.au Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Cr Doohan takes over from Cr Smith, who was elected in the Deputy role in 2018. Prior to this, Cr Doohan previously held the role from 2015 through to 2018. Speaking after being sworn in at tonight’s Council meeting, Cr Doohan said it was a privilege and an honour to have been re-elected in this key leadership role. “I’m excited to be back in this role and continuing to work together with my fellow Councillors to deliver all the things valued by the community across Port Stephens,” he said. Cr Sarah Smith said it had been a pleasure serving in the role before offering her congratulations to Cr Doohan. “I’ve really enjoyed the last 12 months and it’s been a really valuable part of the learning curve that is serving as a Councillor,” Cr Smith said. Deputy Mayor Doohan will remain in the role for a term of 12 months, effective immediately.
