Ms AnnMarie Farrelly:

I am disappointed that there is a recommendation not to continue. The role of the representative at local level, close to the local property taxpayers and ratepayers, is really important and very valued at local level. I would not underestimate its value for democracy. While a higher-level role is really important to represent the region and city, the role of the locally elected representative is crucial. The mayor has this at the moment.