Meet Susan Teder Labor candidate for the seat of Mirani

Tell us about you and what makes you ideal to represent Mirani in the state government?

“I am a proud local of the Sarina district having been raised on a sugar cane farm and worked on cattle farms. I’m now a Mental Health Counsellor, which includes visiting mines to provide training and provide assistance during critical incidents.  I am passionate about fairness and equity and I would be a strong representative of my local community.”

If you could initiate a project or address one issue in the region – what would it be and how would you go about it?

“Cost of living is the number one concern of most people I meet and I would make sure that the Miles Labor Government continue relief for people in my electorate which is why I’m such a big supporter of 50 cent fares, $1000 power rebates and the really big one in my community, the 20 per cent reduction in rego.”
 
There are many diverse communities within your electorate, how would you ensure each was served fairly?

“As a Mental Health Counsellor, I really know how to listen, and the importance of doing what I’ll say I’ll do. I will represent my community, meet locals where they live, and be a strong advocate for their views. I will be a loud and effective voice for farmers, miners, mill workers, sugar growers, retail workers, our health and education workers and everyone else who lives in this diverse electorate.”

What do you think the people most want now and how would you give it to them?

“When I doorknock the electorate people tell me they want help with cost of living. The Miles Labor Government is delivering relief through 50 cent fares, $1000 energy rebates and 20 per cent cheaper rego. I will be a tireless advocate for the government to continue to help people when they need it most.”

Tell us what your first 100 days would look like if you were successful in your election bid?

“I would get out to meet as many locals as I could – going to farms, mines, businesses, P & C meetings, visiting police and fire stations, going to health facilities, and wherever else there were people who want to have their say,  and let them know I am there to listen, and act on their behalf.”

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