Griffith City Councillor, Shari Blumer, has been elected National President of the Murray Darling Association (MDA) following an election held recently. 

The MDA is a Local Government member-based organisation that advocates for effective representation of communities at State and Federal levels in managing Murray Darling Basin resources. The association provides information, facilitates debate, and works to influence government policy on behalf of its members. 

In her new role as National President, Councillor Blumer told Inside Local Government she aims to ensure that the 12 local government regions within the MDA and their communities have a strong voice in decisions affecting their areas. 

Griffith City Council is part of Region 9 of the MDA, alongside Carrathool Shire Council, Hay Shire Council, Lockhart Shire Council, Murrumbidgee Council, Wagga Wagga City Council, Narrandera Shire Council, and Leeton Shire Council. Councillor Blumer is also the Region 9 Chair.  

Griffith Mayor, Doug Curran, extended his congratulations to Councillor Blumer on her appointment. 

“I’d like to congratulate Shari on her election to this important position,” Mayor Curran told Inside Local Government. 

“This is a fantastic outcome for Griffith and our region. Shari is passionate about ensuring our communities are well represented in decisions that impact them. Her leadership in the MDA will be invaluable in advocating for sustainable and effective management of Basin resources.” 

“Shari has a deep understanding of both the challenges and opportunities facing our region. Her ability to articulate these issues at a national level will be instrumental in ensuring a bright future for communities across the Murray Darling Basin,” he said.