Sara Diana Faraj elected Fraser Coast’s deputy mayor

The youngest councillor in Queensland has just been elected deputy mayor on the Fraser Coast.

Councillor Sara Diana Faraj was elected after a vote by her fellow councillors.

A new deputy mayor has been elected for the Fraser Coast at Wednesday’s council meeting.

Sara Diana Faraj was elected after a vote by her fellow councillors.

Ms Faraj said she was honoured to be taking on the role and looked forward to working closely with the Mayor and fellow councillors to build better communities together.

“The Fraser Coast is in an era of great change and revitalisation, and I look forward to contributing on behalf of the community, towards this transformative period,” she said.

“Council is focused on strategic growth and liveability – creating a region where older residents can age comfortably, and younger generations see a vibrant future to live, work and raise families.

Councillor Sara Diana Faraj was elected after a vote by her fellow councillors.

“I am passionate about advocating for our region to ensure we secure our fair share from other levels of government, drive investment, and deliver on key regional priorities.

“I am eager to contribute my skills, energy and passion to the role of Deputy Mayor, and to support council’s ongoing efforts to serve our community well.”

Ms Faraj, 23, is the youngest councillor in Queensland and is now the youngest deputy mayor in Queensland.

She is the first female deputy mayor on the Fraser Coast since Julie Arthur served in the role in 2011.

The deputy mayor is appointed annually. Paul Truscott served in the role from April 2024.

Ms Faraj represents Division 9, which includes parts of Scarness, Torquay, Pialba, Kawungan, and Wondunna, and was first elected to Council in 2024.