Councillor Role

In 2008 Fiona ran for re-election on her own ticket- Team H. She was successful in being re-elected and only 100 votes short of her second candidate Gerald Power being elected also. If she had of been successful with the second candidate Orange Council would have had its first Aboriginal Councillor.

Items of particular interest to Fiona at this time would be the water issue in Orange. She has been active in working towards a way for future water sustainability. Evidence of the work done to date can be viewed on the Council web site- Water Project

Fiona also enjoys the role she plays in the numerous areas relating to the major portfolio in which she holds- Community Services. Given her background as a Registered Nurse, previous Councillor, Justice of the Peace, involvement in local community projects and various fundraising activities Fiona believes she is well suited to this role. In particular she is approachable, empathic, professional, understanding and seeks out the various needs of her community. Projects Fiona has been involved in through Council are:

* Water strategy for the future 2050
* Storm Water Harvesting scheme
* Planning and development of the New PCYC centre in Orange
* Spring Street Bridge
* Children's Memorial Garden
* Expansion of the Skate park
* Advocate for Icely and Ophir road users linking to Northern Distributor
* Youth Conference Orange
* Australian Rural Leadership Course- Vision Task needs assessment for families.
* Crime Prevention CCTV cameras
* Christmas Festival
* Chamber of Commerce representative for Council
* Disability services
* Mount Canobolas as a Tourist area
* Dragon Boats Orange

In 2004 Fiona was first elected as a Councillor with Orange City Council. After a busy time with election and campaigning against 77 other possible candidates. Fiona became the third female Councillor at Orange. Fiona is an extremely active Council member and some of the projects that she has driven or been involved in are:

  • Designing and building two BMX Tracks in Orange after establishing a partnership with organisations to provide funding in support (competitive and recreational)
  • Lobbying and building a recreational play area for children at Glenroi
  • Working with the community and other Councillors to have an Aboriginal Flag flown at the Council Chambers
  • Working with a committee and Youth to establish "Not just another CafĂ©" (NJAC)
  • Set up a Pilot Project with Police, Public School and Council to provide bikes and helmets so that bike riding could become part of the sport curriculum at no cost to students.
  • Lobbied for changes in phone directory, reduced speed on distributor road, better meeting times, shared space, and much more.
  • Been an active member in the Community Plan 2020 for Orange
  • Amongst many other things... Visit this site monthly to stay updated on what Fiona has been involved in with Council.

Fiona's objectives on council

Council Objectives (PDF File)

Orange Councillor and Candidate 2008 Election
Please find in this document the completed profile with full policy information and many other extras added in.

You Tube- Orange Electorate Fiona Rossiter Team H

Visit this new website Australian Family Matters


Saturday, September 30, 2006

The Rowland Gregory Orpheus Singers 80th Anniversary Celebrations 30th September

Congratulations to the Rowland Gregory Orpheus Singers on their 80th anniversary. I had great pleasure in accompanying MP Russell Turner at this event with my husband Paul. The Choir was conducted almost 50 years ago by a Welsh emigrant. What started as an interest for the original singing group has now grown into a 75 member Male Choir who is well known and admired in music circles and in great demand for their talent. The City of Orange is fortunate to have such respected ambassadors and a choir of local, national and international standard in our City. The evening was filled with a variety of music and outstanding singers with the Sydney Male Choir also joining this evening’s event. There is obviously strong friendships within this group of singers and their families because the atmosphere after the event with everyone joining together to sing was very special.

Saturday, September 23, 2006

Orange City Bowling Club-Bowls Day 23rd September (Fundraiser Ronald McDonald House)

If you wanted a day of Bowling filled with lots of fun and laughter, then you have just missed it. The Orange City Bowling Club Ladies organised two events that came together to raise $1,820 for the soon to be built Ronald McDonald House in Orange. My daughter Kayla and I went down to visit the keen bowlers and soon found ourselves involved in the after game event of the raffle draw. It was great to get the opportunity to speak about the Ronald McDonald House for Orange and update people on its progress. This progress of course wouldn’t occur if it wasn’t for people like the Ladies Bowling Club group. They put a tremendous amount of effort and work into this days events and that was evidenced by the wonderful outcome and donation received. Thankyou

Monday, September 18, 2006

Orange NAIDOC Week 18th-22nd September

Respect the Past, Believe in the Future”This was the theme for NAIDOC week. The week started with the march down Summer Street and continued around Robertson Park and over to the front of the Civic Theatre. There was an incredible amount of children present with big smiles and waving their streamers or flags. It was a very proud moment for all of those involved. Orange now proudly displays the Aboriginal Flag and acknowledges that we are on Wiradjari Country. There were many activities throughout the week and the culmination of the week was the NAIDOC Awards Night. Councillor Ryan and myself were invited to choose the winner for each category and also to present some of the awards at this evening. It was quite an honour to be a part of the selection and also the presenting but more importantly we felt proud to be at this event and representative of Orange City Council.

Orange NAIDOC Week 18th-22nd September

Respect the Past, Believe in the Future”This was the theme for NAIDOC week. The week started with the march down Summer Street and continued around Robertson Park and over to the front of the Civic Theatre. There was an incredible amount of children present with big smiles and waving their streamers or flags. It was a very proud moment for all of those involved. Orange now proudly displays the Aboriginal Flag and acknowledges that we are on Wiradjari Country. There were many activities throughout the week and the culmination of the week was the NAIDOC Awards Night. Councillor Ryan and myself were invited to choose the winner for each category and also to present some of the awards at this evening. It was quite an honour to be a part of the selection and also the presenting but more importantly we felt proud to be at this event and representative of Orange City Council.

Sunday, September 17, 2006

Going Public

A Conference For Women In The Public Sector and Politics It is with much delight that I can tell you about a conference I will be attending in October. I have been asked to be one of the speakers on the 5th October and I will be speaking about my role as a Councillor for Orange and the balancing act that I have with my husband and children so I can be involved in family life, my nursing job at Orange Base Hospital and the fundraising committee’s that I am involved with also. Please visit the site for more details www.goingpublic.com.au or better still come along to the event, hope to see you there.