Eliza grew up on a farm in rural Western Australia and understands our shared responsibility for the well-being of people and places, and the importance of strong, engaged communities. She started her studies in veterinary science at Murdoch before going on to study history, politics, literature, and law at the University of Western Australia. She is currently doing further studies in NFP governance.
Eliza’s career as an insurance and litigation lawyer specialising in maritime law developed her skills in managing complex documentation, negotiation, mediation, facilitation, communication, strategic thinking, and fostering diverse relationships. Her broad experience also includes sustainable building projects, extensive travel, and a 12-month family adventure around Australia.
Her commitment to community has shown up as consistent volunteering and community involvement – starting in childhood. Eliza has been actively engaged in every community she is part of. She is the vice president of her local bush care group, serves on the boards and committees of various other community organisations and NFPs, and donates both time and expertise to a wide variety of people and causes.
During the decade she has lived in the Coastal Ward with her family, Eliza has had extensive engagement with our local government and has seen why it matters. She is committed to working constructively and independently to look for pragmatic, forward-looking solutions that put the long-term interests of our community first. Local communities matter – local government matters.