Natalie Martin Goode will become the Town of Mosman Park’s permanent Chief Executive Officer from March 2025.
Martin Goode has held senior roles across local government including the Cities of Swan, Subiaco, Fremantle, Kalamunda and the Town of Cambridge.
She is currently Acting CEO and has been Chief Community Planner at the Town of Victoria Park since 2018.
Throughout her career, Natalie has demonstrated a passion for fostering collaboration and inclusivity. Her work has included participation in diverse community groups and committees, such as the Audit and Risk Committee, LGBTQI+ and Menopause working groups, Business Advisory, and Aboriginal groups.
Town of Mosman Park Mayor Paul Shaw noted Martin Goode’s culture-first leadership style, deep understanding of local communities and alignment with the Town’s vision as key factors in her appointment.
“Appointing a CEO is the most important decision Council will ever make. We are confident Natalie has the local government experience, people leadership skills and political acumen to succeed in this role,” said Mayor Shaw.
“Natalie’s vision for Mosman Park aligns strongly with Council’s and she shows a genuine commitment to connecting with her community. On behalf of Council, I look forward to working with Natalie to deliver upon Mosman Park’s community’s priorities and aspirations in the coming years.”
“The Town of Mosman Park has a strong reputation for community connection and positive organisational culture. I am eager to continue building on the great work already being done and contribute to our shared goals,” said Martin Goode.
Driven by a commitment to community and environmental sustainability, Martin Goode spearheaded the award-winning Urban Forest Strategy for the Town of Victoria Park. Her strong aptitude for strategy and implementation saw her successfully involve the community through Planting Days, Micro-Parks and trials with Curtin University to address issues relating to the Polyphagous shot-hole borer.
Martin Goode was raised in Kalgoorlie and moved to Perth to attend university to study Politics and Economics at the University of Western Australia, and later completed postgraduate studies in Urban and Regional Planning at Curtin University. She also has Project Management and Frontline Management qualifications from the Australian Institute of Management.
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