A lifelong Launceston resident and local business owner, Alex Britton was elected in 2022 to bring a fresh perspective to Council.

Four years on, he brings that perspective together with experience, a track record and a clearer understanding of where Council can make a practical difference.

Alex wants Launceston to be a city of opportunity, with a strong local economy, more housing choice, well-planned growth and a responsible Council. He remains committed to listening, weighing the evidence, explaining his decisions and focusing on what will make a real difference for the community's future.

Pillar 1

Opportunity and a Strong Local Economy

Launceston needs to capture the next generation of economic opportunity - particularly opportunities that give younger people reasons to build their future here.

Supported immediate assistance for the Turf Club, tied to evidence, KPIs and a properly structured longer-term partnership.

Connecting games and club activity with local hospitality, accommodation, events and tourism.

Preserving important heritage while securing a positive economic use for the site.

Better coordination of events, gastronomy, hospitality, arts and regional products so visitors have more reasons to stay longer.

Pillar 2

A City Planned for the Future

Launceston is growing and changing. Council should plan for that growth before housing, transport and infrastructure pressures become problems that have to be repaired later.

Initiated the Notice of Motion, secured a $540,000 Australian Government grant toward the $1.5 million project, and followed it through to implementation.

Moved approval of the 56-dwelling development, supporting greater housing diversity.

Supported the social and affordable housing development.

Practical neighbourhood planning and infrastructure sequencing for South Prospect, Alanvale and St Leonards/Waverley.

Investigating a high-frequency north-south route from the northern suburbs through the city to Youngtown.

Pillar 3

A Responsible Council

Responsible local government means understanding long-term costs, measuring performance, using ratepayer money carefully and being prepared to explain important decisions.

Moved greater use of LGAT panel arrangements for civil projects up to $900,000, while keeping half-yearly reporting to Council.

Backed the 20% cap and a staged transition once the impact of the rating changes became clear.

Clear visibility of asset condition, renewal needs and long-term costs.

Understanding what Council does well and where genuine efficiencies can be found.

Assessed and adopted where there is a demonstrated benefit, with proper safeguards.

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