Proud Gold Coast local since 1974
I'm Danielle Dunsmore, and I'd love to become your Gold Coast Mayor in 2024.
I'm an MBA qualified, passionate local of 55 years and I care about the future liveability of the Gold Coast.
My experience
My career spans roles in Tourism, local council, multi-national corporations and small business.
- City of Gold Coast
- Brisbane City Council
- HOTA
- Gold Coast Sun
- Griffith University
- RSL Queensland
- Mirvac
- South Bank Corporation
- Creator of the "Save Labrador" campaign
- Inaugural Manager - Surfers Beachfront Markets
- Inaugural Marketing team - Harbour Town
- Business & Travel Engagement - GC18
- MBA - University of NSW
- Change Management Institute
- Gold Coast Art Gallery
- Park Run Broadbeach Waters
- RatPack
- Save Labrador
- Women in Tourism
For local business & community engagement
I'll be the Mayor that you'll see out and about, at community events & local Chambers of Commerce. I'm an advocate of small business and want to ensure everyone's perspective is heard.
I believe in transparency and community engagement, in fact, communication, change management & engagement has been a big part of my career to date.
What I Stand For
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INTEGRITY
Learn MoreAs your new Mayor, I’ll conduct a productivity audit to understand Council’s opportunities, leverage my business skills for positive change, and avoid past mistakes.
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LIVEABILITY
Learn MoreCities across the world are rethinking their transport opportunities to encourage people to choose options that are better for the environment and better for themselves.
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THE ENVIRONMENT
Learn MoreAs Mayor, I'll reinstate the council's Climate Change unit, collaborate with my elected colleagues for opportunities to change, and support residents and businesses to transition for a stronger future.