Vote #1
Ben for a better Freo

I’m asking for your vote to be the next Mayor of Fremantle because I believe our City can, and should, be doing better than we are today.

As a local Councillor in Fremantle’s East Ward, it has always been a priority for me to keep our community informed about what Council is doing, to listen to what people feel is important, and to find ways to act on those priorities.

Local Government elections in Western Australia are conducted by postal vote – your ballot paper should arrive in your letterbox in the last week of September.

Vote ‘1’ next to my name - Ben Lawver - and post your ballot paper back before 9 October, or hand deliver it to the Walyalup Civic Centre by
18 October.

Black and white headshot of Ben Lawver looking at the camera and smiling.

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View fullsize Tonight was the last time this Freo Council will meet and make decisions on behalf of our community. Two legends are retiring - Doug Thompson and Adin Lang. Both of these people worked tirelessly on behalf of our city and are leaving legacies that
View fullsize Heading into Freo for my last Council meeting as an East Ward Councillor. If enough people vote - hopefully there will many more as our future Mayor.
View fullsize Beautiful morning in Samson bumping into other candidates and a former Councillor. A couple gardeners asked for an ID on a baby snake - unfortunately I wasn’t able to help but maybe you know. It had a yellow belly. Then a quick stop at our l
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View fullsize Only about 1:5 eligible voters in Fremantle have returned their ballots for the local government election. 🗳️ Optional preferential voting takes the anxiety out of making a choice - because you can put a #1 next to Ben Lawver for Mayor and then nu
View fullsize Had a great debate last night and this morning back out having conversations with folks - this time in Samson. So of course when offered some fresh orange and date muffins, I enthusiastically accepted 🥰 - Thanks Gail, they were delicious!
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Endorsements

  • Headshot of Sabrina Hahn

    “As a Councillor, Ben worked tirelessly to ensure Freo approved a new policy protecting mature trees and urban canopy and he would be an excellent and hard-working Mayor. I encourage everyone in Fremantle to Vote Ben Lawver #1.”

    Sabrina Hahn
    Horticultural Consultant and ABC Radio Garden Presenter

  • Headshot of Andy Kent

    “We can count on Ben to ensure Freo provides actual support to local artists, musicians, and live music. I have known Ben for years and he doesn't just say that he will do things - he gets them done.”

    Andy Kent
    Local Fremantle Artist

  • Headshot of Maxine Tomlin

    “In the 34 years I have lived in Hilton, I have never seen a more dedicated, passionate, and hard-working local Councillor than Ben Lawver. Ben has championed initiatives that benefit our entire city, and genuinely cares about the well-being of other people.”

    Maxine Tomlin
    Hilton Resident

  • Headshot of Maureen Maher

    “Ben has a gift for authentic connection, is always supportive, and is an active volunteer in many of our local projects in Hilton. Ben has demonstrated he is prepared to take risks and think big about what happens in Fremantle. Ben is a thoughtful listener about local issues important to his neighbours and works hard to find solutions.”

    Maureen Maher
    Fremantle Citizen of the Year 2022

  • Headshot of Vicki Helps

    "Ben Lawver will be a Mayor who stands up and advocates for our City. We can count on Ben to champion the small and unique businesses that make our Port City special."

    Vicki Helps
    Fremantle local and Small Business Owner

  • Headshot of Dr Christian Mauri

    "Before I met Ben, I'd heard about this local champion with cool hair who had been fighting for their local IGA. Ben and I have since become mates. He is the real deal. Helping others gives him energy to do even more. It is marvellous to behold. He has good judgement, too."

    Dr Christian Mauri
    Fremantle Citizen of the Year 2024

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