General News
22 April, 2025
Bosnic joins shire team
MLADEN Bosnic is the new Mareeba Shire Councillor following his successful bid in the April 5 by-election postal vote.
Confirmed by the Queensland Electoral Commission last Wednesday following 10 days of vote counting, Mr Bosnic received 4090 votes (38.9%) winning the seat ahead of candidate Alan Pederson by 152 votes.
“It’s my birthday today, I’m 69, and I haven’t even had a drink yet,” he said, after hearing the news from the electoral commission.
“I have a swearing-in this afternoon, but I know where I’ll be heading after that.”
Electoral Commissioner Pat Vidgen said of the 16,376 voters enrolled in Mareeba Shire, 10,679 ballots were completed and returned in time to be counted, resulting in a turnout of 65%.
Nominations were open from 10 March with five candidates stepping up to represent their community.
The by-election was held following the passing of Councillor Kevin Davies on 14 January 2025.
Cr Bosnic said it was an honour and a privilege to represent the people of Mareeba.
“I thank the community for their support and for putting their faith in me,” he said.
“I also wish to thank my campaign team who worked hard and helped me run a positive campaign focused on a better future for the Mareeba Shire.
“I look forward to working with my fellow councillors for the benefit of the Mareeba Shire and conducting myself with honesty and accountability while being a voice for the community.”
Mayor Angela Toppin offered sincere congratulations to Cr Bosnic on being elected and said the team were looking forward to working together to serve the community.
It is Cr Bosnic’s second run at a council position, after he came seventh in the last local government elections in 2024.
