Published on Wednesday, 3 September 2025 at 12:00:00 PM
At the August Ordinary Council meeting, Councillor Mark McKenzie tendered his resignation from Council ahead of the upcoming Local Government elections. Cr McKenzie has been a dedicated member of Council for the past 6 years, taking up the role of Shire President in 2021 before being re-elected in 2023. He stepped down as Shire President in 2024 and has diligently served as a Councillor since.
From his first week, Cr McKenzie listened and responded to community feedback. He said, “There was huge community concern around saving the Water Tower. As a young person who didn’t live in town but always drove through, the Water Tower was a beacon to guide me home. The restoration process has been a long journey, but Council worked hard to make it happen, and now we’ve saved this iconic Merredin landmark.”
When asked about the highlight of his time on Council, Cr McKenzie shared, “Working with all the amazing Councillors who came before and are still on Council, all intent on supporting each other and doing the right thing for the community.” Cr McKenzie added, “It was an honour to be Shire President, especially through a time of great hardship. I’m proud of the things Council achieved by listening and finding out what was needed, especially the redevelopment of Apex Park | Danjoo Waabininy Boodja. This was a huge financial decision, but we were able to achieve it. Now we see kids playing there all the time, even in the rain.”
Cr McKenzie has tirelessly offered his time and effort to improve our town and provide local opportunities for all. He shepherded in our incredible CBD Redevelopment Project, including the honour of cutting the ribbon alongside Hon. Darren West MLC at the re-opening of Apex Park | Danjoo Waabininy Boodja. He has also proudly presented community members with awards, such as the Eric Hind Music Scholarship and Community Citizen of the Year.
During the August Council Meeting, Deputy Shire President Renee Manning said Cr McKenzie led with both humour and discipline. He took his role as a conduit between the local community and the Shire very seriously, being a strong voice and advocate for significant capital projects.
On behalf of everyone at the Shire Council and Administration, we thank Cr McKenzie for his dedication to the betterment of our community. We wish both Cr McKenzie and his wife Toni all the best for the future.
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