Maria Blackmore, Community Advocate

Connecting the Council to our community

I am a proud local resident who lives in Salisbury East with my supportive husband, Corey. Since moving to the City of Salisbury at 16 years old, I have found great joy and purpose in serving my community.

I was awarded Young Citizen of the Year for my ongoing commitment to the area through charity and volunteer work. I have had leadership experience on the Salisbury Youth Council, National Youth Week, Youth Parliament, Rotary, Lions, and in our local community centres.

Now at 22, I serve on the state Youth Advisory Group from the Mental Health Commission and am close to completing my teaching degree at the University of Adelaide.

I value community spaces and services that contribute to our wellbeing and local pride like verge maintenance and affordable rates. I am committed to hearing your needs, so I can make informed decisions at Council.

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