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Your Councillor

It would give me great pride to represent the communities of the Shire Council as your Councillor and be your voice at the table. 

Although I knew being a Councillor was an important role in the community and influencing the future of the town, I had never considered it myself until someone suggested I run years ago. 

Since moving back to Brewarrina two months ago (after living away from home for 1.5years) I realised the Brewarrina By-Election was the perfect opportunity. I thought to myself “why not, I have enough experience, I know and understand how council work and I love and care for my community”.  I spoke to my children and they all said “go for it mum, you have a lot to offer”.  

I believe that my skills and expertise will provide new perspectives to the Council and my reputation in the community will allow me to bring a broad range views to the table. 

I am honest, driven by my values and have strong ethics. I pride myself on integrity and standing by what I say I am, and doing what I say I’ll do. 

I have high level written and verbal communication skills from my work experience, including an understanding of Government, lobbying and activism. I can add value to discussions around the table and am confident I can be your voice on the Council and voice the communities aspirations.

I believe in working together with all members of the community, in each of the towns to strengthen the whole Brewarrina Shire Council. If we all work together and as one team, I believe we can all make a difference. 

I hope you will consider me as your Councillor.

Vote 1 Patricia Frail 

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Patricia Frail BIO

Patricia Frail (Trish) is a Ngemba woman, working in Brewarrina as the Youth Support Officer for Birrang. She has five adult children, four grandchildren and has lived in different communities and cities across Australia, but her heart always brings her home to Brewarrina. Trish has a broad range of professional skills and experience that will make her a great asset to the Brewarrina Shire as a Councillor.

  Trish has previously worked at the Brewarrina Shire Council for eight years as the Community Development Officer. She was a co-founder and CEO of Wirringa Baya Aboriginal Womens Legal Service were she worked tirelessly to advocate for the rights of Women and Children. She has years of specialists experience working at the Department of Housing which she still sees as a major concern in Brewarrina Shire. 

Trish is continuing to develop her skills, always pushing herself and following her dreams. She has recently completed her Diploma in Small Business Management and is a published author, with her book "First Nations of Australia, Principal of Culture Bible". Trish has 2 manuscripts and is in the process of negotiating with publishers to have them published. As your local Councillor Trish wants to represent you by being your voice on Council. 

A few things that Trish is passionate about are; Women's issues and concerns A greener environment A growing economy Culture and Diversity The children and youth of Brewarrina