Baird Ward Councillor Peter Lockwood has today advised Knox City Council Mayor, Councillor Paige Kennett and CEO Bruce Dobson of his resignation.
The resignation takes effect immediately under the Local Government Act.
Councillor Lockwood has served as a Knox City Councillor across multiple terms, including as Dinsdale Ward Councillor from 1993-1994 and 2000-2002. In 2012, Cr Lockwood returned to local government and was elected as Baird Ward Councillor until 2020, returning again as Baird Ward Councillor in 2024.
He has recently served on the following Council committees: Arts and Culture Advisory Committee, CEO Employment and Remuneration Committee, Environment Advisory Committee, and Multicultural Advisory Committee; and as Council’s representative on the following groups: Eastern Affordable Housing Alliance, Your Library, Eastern Transport Coalition, and Municipal Association of Victoria.
Mayor Councillor Paige Kennett thanks Councillor Lockwood for his civic contribution to Knox City Council, including during his time as Mayor from October 2014 – October 2015.
“On behalf of Council, I would like to thank Peter for his service to the Baird Ward and the broader Knox City Council community,” Mayor Kennett said.
“Serving as a Councillor is a significant commitment, and we acknowledge the contribution he has made during his time on Council.
“We wish Peter all the very best for the future.”
The resignation creates a vacancy in Baird Ward, a single Councillor ward. The vacancy will be filled through a by-election conducted by the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC).
Council will work with the VEC to facilitate the election process. Information regarding key dates, candidate nominations and voting arrangements will be provided by the VEC and published by Council once confirmed.
Council recognises the importance of ensuring Baird Ward residents continue to have avenues to raise local issues and seek assistance during this period.
Residents can contact Council regarding services and local matters via the Mayor, another Councillor, or our Customer Service team on 9298 8000.
