Cr Lambros Tapinos - South Ward
Contacts
Mobile: 0433 419 075
Phone: (03) 9240 1193
Fax: (03) 9240 1179
Email: ltapinos@moreland.vic.gov.au
Elected to Council
November 2008
Mayor of Moreland
Current Mayor of Moreland
Councillor responsible for
Social Diversity and Reconciliation
Committees
Full list of Councillors on community, external and special committees
Interview with Cr Tapinos
Why did you run for Council?
I have lived in Brunswick my entire life and have always been passionate about our local area. Brunswick is changing and I believe I have something to contribute by representing the community at Moreland.
What do you see as the top five issues facing Council over the next four years?
- infrastructure improvements
- community services
- economic development and jobs
- City amenities
- the environment
Name three things you want this Council to achieve in the next four years?
- Improve our roads and footpaths and make them safe for our entire community
- Reduce waiting lists and provide better home help and meals on wheels services
- Clean our city, so we can be proud of it.
What is your vision for Moreland?
A safe, friendly and caring community that works together to meet our collective hopes and aspirations to make Moreland a better place to live and work. A community that provides essential services to its aged citizens and young families.
What are your hobbies and interests?
International politics, the environment, history, archaeology, football, soccer and having fun.
What community activities in Moreland have you been involved in?
Heaps...too many to list here. Generally I get involved in whatever I can contribute to.
What are some of your favourite things about Moreland?
Its people, the community and its diversity.
Work experience, career, job?
In the past I have been the president of the National Union of Students (Victorian Branch) and worked for Victorian Labor Senator David Feeney as an electorate officer.
Family, children, dogs, cats?
Not married, no kids and no pets at this stage.
What’s the best time of day and method for residents and community groups to contact you?
Email and phone.
Sum up Moreland in five words
Exciting, entertaining, caring, diversity, and community.
Who are your roles models/ people you admire?
John Curtin
