Richard Ireland was elected to the West Tamar Council in October 2014. An award-winning local businessman and a resident of Launceston and the West Tamar for some thirty years, Richard brings a rich perspective and skill set to the task of strategic planning and development in the West Tamar

He is determined to see our region flourish and has a strong commitment to the advancement of business and community initiatives, and support for the individuals and groups driving them.  

As such, Richard Ireland's focus as a Councillor will be on building strength in both the community and local business sector, through infrastructure, governance and effective budget management. He looks forward to meeting local residents and stakeholders and working with the management team and officers at West Tamar Council. 

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Richard Ireland sits on the following Council committees:

• Rowella Hall
• Exeter Recreation Centre
• Seniors Advisory Group
• Council Audit Panel 
• Taswater Owners representative
  

and the following community committees

• Artentwine
• Tamar Valley Writers Festival
• Farmgate Festival
• Christmas with Friends
• Legana Group