Mirella Fejo announced as the Waters Ward councillor

The City of Darwin’s newest councillor, who is the sister of a well-respected Larrakia elder, will officially take up her political duties in the coming weeks. Read what Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis said to the new arrival.

Mirella Fejo has been announced as the new councillor for the Waters Ward. Picture: Supplied.

The City of Darwin has welcomed its newest council member, who will officially take up her political duties in the coming weeks.

On Wednesday, the City of Darwin revealed Mirella Fejo as councillor for the Waters Ward following a council vote and decision.

The appointment comes following Brian O’Gallagher’s resignation to take up the role of Member for Karama, which created a casual vacancy for an elected member on the council.

In accordance with the Local Government Act and council policy, council invited applications from eligible electors in December, 2024.

After she was successfully picked, Ms Fejo, who is the sister of former chair of the Darwin Waterfront Corporation Richard Fejo, will join her new colleagues this month.

A Waters Ward resident herself, Ms Fejo will now serve her neighbourhood alongside Councillor Kim Farrar and Councillor Sylvia Klonaris.

Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis welcomed Ms Fejo to the world of local politics, declaring she now had the chance to “shape” the city’s future.

“Running for Council provides members of the public the opportunity to be the voice of change in their community,” he said.

“As Councillor of the Waters Ward, Ms Fejo will have the opportunity to use her vision to shape the future of her local suburbs and the Darwin municipality, ensuring the needs and aspirations of residents are heard and acted upon.”

Originally published as Mirella Fejo announced as the Waters Ward councillor