Council Management

Under section 194 of the LGA09, each local government must appoint a qualified person as its Chief Executive Officer (‘CEO’).

The role of the CEO includes implementing the decisions of the executive arm.  In fulfilling this role, the CEO manages the day-to-day operations of the local government in accordance with the plans and policies determined by the executive arm.

Section 196(1) of the LGA09 requires each local government to adopt an organisational structure that is appropriate to the performance of its responsibilities.

Chief Executive Officer

  • Michael Miller

Directors

  • Michael Mair – Corporate Services Director
  • Richard Fitowski – People and Communities Director
  • Wayne Douglas – Building Services Director
  • Samuel Bann – Infrastructure Director

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council (YASC) respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands within the Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire boundaries the Gunggandji and Yidinji peoples, recognising their enduring cultural and spiritual connection to Country. Council recognises the important role of Traditional Owners in caring for lands and waters and is committed to working in collaboration with them in shaping the future of the community. The Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council also wishes to acknowledge all the Yarrabah people brought here from various locations under past government policies. Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council pays its respects to Elders past and present and acknowledges the ongoing strength of Traditional Owner families in maintaining their culture, knowledge and connection to Country.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website may contain images, voices and names of deceased persons.