Councillors

If you would like to raise a matter with the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and/or a Councillor, or if you would like to invite them to an event, you may contact them directly (details below).  Alternatively, you can contact them via email to info@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au and put the Councillor name(s) in the subject line.

Council's Statement of Values:

"Our commitment is to come prepared to every meeting, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where accountability and approachability are at the core of our actions. We value and encourage innovation, collaboration, and open communication, always keeping in mind the well-being and needs of our community. Together, we stand united as one, working towards shared goals with mutual respect and consideration."

Cr Ron Ismay

Mayor - West Ward

  • Telephone0429 951 094
  • Email rismay@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au
  • ProfileCr Ron Ismay is a lifelong resident who is a proud owner of the local Home Hardware store in Rainbow, a business established by his grandfather over 100 years ago. He has stood as a Councillor for the past eleven years with a focus on maintaining a financially viable council. Cr Ismay is excited to be working with the new Councillors.

Cr Chan Uoy

Deputy Mayor - East Ward

  • Telephone0425 705 591
  • Email cuoy@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au
  • ProfileCr Chan Uoy arrived in Australia in 1976 as a Cambodian Refugee. He dreamt of creative freedom, so after some time in Melbourne, he relocated to Dimboola and opened Dimboola Imaginarium where he quickly fell in love with the region. Now that he's elected as a Councillor, he would like to revitalise Hindmarsh Shire Council.

Cr Roger Aitken

Councillor - North Ward

  • Telephone0475 747 141
  • Email raitken@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au
  • ProfileCr Roger Aitken has many years of experience volunteering for his community, and he's always encouraged other members to become a Councillor. He was often asked ‘why don’t you do it, you’re on everything anyway’, so for the first time, he nominated himself as a Councillor for 2024 Elections. He's been elected by his community and will do his absolute best to advocate for the community.

Cr Rosie Barker

Councillor - West Ward

  • Telephone0451 371 009
  • Email rbarker@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au
  • ProfileCr Rosie Barker is a proud parent/grandparent to four adult children & three grandsons, with her husband, Ross. She enjoys living in the Nhill township. Hindmarsh is known for its agriculture, rich history, cultural diversity, sport, arts & crafts, and community spirit. Her focus as a Councillor is on enhancing economic and agricultural development, tourism, and community engagement.

Cr James Barry

Councillor - East Ward

  • Telephone0400 657 178
  • Email jbarry@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au
  • ProfileCr James Barry lives and works on his farm between Gerang Gerung and Glenlee with his wife and two boys in Hindmarsh Shire. We’ve got the Wimmera River, deserts to the north and south, good sporting venues all over as well as few lakes all at our doorstep. He decided to run for Council to do his bit to help the community which has been so inviting to them since moving here in 2012.

Cr Tony Clark

Councillor - North Ward

  • Telephone0475 101 458
  • Email tclark@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au
  • ProfileCr Tony Clark works in the Emergency Services sector. Having lived and worked in Hindmarsh Shire for many years, he is aware of its fantastic features and looks forward to Hindmarsh Shire becoming an even better place to live, work and enjoy. He looks forward to working alongside his fellow Councillors to bring openness and transparency to the community.