(City of Newcastle)
Newy 87.8 FM – Councillor Declan Clausen has commenced a one-year term as Deputy Lord Mayor of Newcastle, returning to a role he held for seven consecutive years from 2017 to 2024.
The appointment marks Cr Clausen's eighth year in the position, the longest period of service in the role in Newcastle's history.
"I'm incredibly proud to have represented our community on Council for more than 11 years, and it is a great privilege to again serve Newcastle as Deputy Lord Mayor," Cr Clausen said.
He thanked outgoing Deputy Lord Mayor Cr McCabe, saying she took on significant additional responsibilities during a difficult period for Council and carried them out with integrity.
Lord Mayor Cr Morris said Cr McCabe took on the responsibilities of Lord Mayor when former Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge was unwell, and again after he resigned. "She did so with care through a really tough period," he said.
Cr Clausen was elected to Newcastle Council in 2015 and first became Deputy Lord Mayor in 2017. During his time on Council he has been involved in initiatives including the Summerhill Solar Farm and the $2 pool entry trial.
The changeover forms part of City of Newcastle's unanimously approved 2024 decision to share the Deputy Lord Mayor position between four Councillors during the current term. Cr Callum Pull was the first to serve under the arrangement.
Cr Clausen will serve until 7 October 2027, when Cr Deahnna Richardson is scheduled to take on the role.
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