Cr Cocking resigns

Mr. Cocking notified CEO Robert Jennings and Elected Members at the June Ordinary Council Meeting with the resignation effective immediately.

Alice Springs Mayor Matt Paterson thanked Mr. Cocking for his efforts in the Chamber.

“Jimmy is a passionate member of the Alice Springs community and that passion always came out in his time as a Councillor,” Mayor Paterson said.

“Jimmy always brought thoughtful and considered discussion to the Chamber and I thank him for his five years of service to our community. I wish him and his family all the best for their next chapter.”

With a seat in the Chamber now open, a by-election will take place to elect a ninth Councillor.

Alice Springs Town Council are currently working closely with the Australian Electoral Commission with polling day expected to be held late October.

Nominations for the position will open in the near future with more information about the role of Councillor and how to nominate to be provided soon.

“Serving the community as an Elected Member is a privilege and extremely rewarding,” Mayor Paterson said.

“I encourage everyone with a genuine passion for Alice Springs to consider nominating.”