ALAN Baillie says he has what it takes to be an effective councillor for Mount Isa with a strong commitment to the region and its community.
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“I still have a burning desire to contribute in some way to the Mount Isa community,” Mr Baillie, who is running as a councillor in Joyce McCulloch’s team, said.
“While it is important to have a strong vision for the future it is equally important to provide high quality services to our residents on a daily basis.
“I have always maintained an optimistic outlook and believe that impossible is what can’t be done until someone does it. I am always prepared to give my best”
Mr Baillie said he grew up in Tambo and has spent most of his life in central and north west Queensland.
“I moved to Toowoomba in 1974 to complete year 11 and 12 and and I then studied to become a teacher before setting out to serve in many communities,” he said.
There Alan played league for Southern Suburbs and Valleys Roosters and he is now a life member at Mount Isa’s Wanderers club.
“I believe that sport is a tremendous character builder and can teach us the importance of commitment to a team ethos,” he said.
After stints teaching in Blackall and Barcaldine he moved to Mount Isa in 1998 in the role of District Director.
“The 12 years I spent as District Director were most rewarding as I was provided the opportunity and privilege to work with a team of committed and talented principals and school staff, and their communities to provide enhanced educational opportunities for young people across the north west.”
He and wife Vicki moved to Darwin in 2009 to fill executive positions but Alan said their hearts were always in Mount Isa where their family was well settled.
“We have now been back in the Isa for two years and have little intention of residing elsewhere,” he said.
“Presently I am undertaking project management work and consultancy for the Queensland Educational Leadership Institute which focuses on supporting school leadership teams across many areas of the state.”