RAPAD pays tribute to outgoing directors

With the Queensland Electoral Commission declaring all local government elections in the central west a regional economic development organisation acknowledges its board of directors for the past term.

The Remote Area Planning and Development Board will undergo some changes due to the outcome of the elections, with four mayors departing including former Barcaldine Mayor Rob Chandler who has been RAPAD Chair since 2012.

CEO David Arnold says Councillor Chandler brought enthusiasm, vision and passion to the role.

“His networks were extensive and his ability to talk to all levels; putting his views across in simple meaningful ways, always put the organisation and the regions needs front of mind with his audience whether it a Premier, or Prime Minister,” Mr Arnold said.

Retiring mayors, Bruce Scott OAM from Barcoo Shire and Ed Warren from Longreach Regional Council and former Diamantina Mayor Geoff Morton OAM will also be missed.