He has spent the last 29 years in local government. 

Cr Shaw said his decision was made after careful consideration and consultation with his wife Suzi.

“It has been an honour and a privilege to serve my local community over the past 29 years,” Cr Shaw said.

“I have been fortunate to work as part of a team which has made great strides in improving the Shire’s facilities and amenities.

“My decision not to contest the next election was made with a heavy heart, but it will allow me to spend more quality time with my wonderful wife and family.

“I wish the incoming Councillors and new Mayor all the very best in working with Council staff to continue to kick goals for this wonderful Shire of ours.” 

Cr Shaw was first elected to Gunning Shire Council in 1987. He served as Deputy Mayor from 1994 to 1995 and again from 1997 to 1998. Cr Shaw was Mayor of Gunning Shire Council from 1998 to 1999.

Cr Shaw served as Deputy Mayor of Upper Lachlan Shire Council from 2004, until he was elected Mayor in 2007, and has held the position since that time.

In January this year Cr Shaw was recognised for his service to the community with a Medal of the Order of Australia.

Some of the significant achievements during Cr Shaw’s time on Upper Lachlan Shire Council include: 

Road upgrades 

* Construction and sealing of Oberon to Taralga Road (MR256), Gunning to Crookwell Road (MR52) and Crookwell to Taralga Road (MR248 East)

* Replacement of Burwood Creek, Collector Creek and Wowagin Creek Bridges and securing funding for the Kiamma Creek Bridge Upgrade

*Securing funding for the construction and sealing of State Road 54 Crookwell to Bathurst and the realignment of the Devils Elbow Corner on Grabben Gullen Road

Water supply improvements

*Taralga Water Supply Augmentation Project

*Gunning/Dalton Water Supply Improvement Program

* Crookwell Water Supply Upgrade

Waste management

*Domestic waste management and recycling services provision across all Shire towns and villages

*Crookwell, Tuena, Bigga and Taralga Landfill and Waste Upgrade

Recreation facilities

*Gunning Skate Park construction

*Breadalbane Hall construction

*Consultation on the construction of Crookwell Skate Park

*Securing funding for the installation of disabled toilets and an upgrade of waste water management at Tuena Campground

Upper Lachlan Shire Council general manager John Bell thanked Cr Shaw for his contribution to the community.

“Cr Shaw’s time on Council will have a lasting legacy on the Upper Lachlan Shire,” Mr Bell said.

“On behalf of Council, I wish Cr Shaw all the best in his future endeavours.”