New councillor elected for Beale Ward

Key points

• Nicola Rooks has been elected Councillor for Beale Ward at Banyule City Council. The Victorian Electoral Commission declared the result at the Declaration of the Poll on 15 October 2026.
• The by-election filled one vacancy left by the resignation of former Councillor Elizabeth Nealy. Mayor Alison Champion welcomed Ms Rooks, citing her experience in local government and strategic town planning.
• Ms Rooks will be sworn in on Monday 19 October 2026.