Elected Members
Meet your elected members and feel free to get in contact with them.
The Council of the City of Busselton consists of nine elected members. The Mayor is elected by the community. Councillors are responsible for representing the interests of residents, providing leadership and guidance in decision-making. Committees of Council and other working groups enable informed decision-making through providing a broad range of advice to the Council.
Phill Cronin
Mayor
Elected to Council in October 2019, Phill is a hobby farmer, communication consultant, board member, husband and City of Busselton Mayor.
Originally from the UK where he qualified with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Phill was a regular visitor to the South West for more than 20 years.
Phill says that nowhere could top the City of Busselton, which offers a unique mixture of “commercial opportunity, natural beauty and relaxed lifestyle”. So here he happily resides with his wife and their two (impeccably trained) border collies, Scout and Charlie.
Mayor Cronin currently serves on the following Committees/ Working Groups:
- Finance Committee - Deputy Presiding Member
- Policy and Legislation Committee - Member
- CEO Performance Review Committee - Member
- Audit and Risk Committee - Member
- Bush Fire Advisory Committee - Member
- Local Emergency Management Committee - Presiding Member
- Community Assistance Panel - Member
Term Expires: Oct 2027
Mobile: 0438 959 845
E: phill.cronin@busselton.wa.gov.au
Please note: All media enquiries and interview requests must be sent to pr@busselton.wa.gov.au or 08 9781 0444. For out of hours enquiries, please call 0408 976 080.
Cr Kate Cox 
Deputy Mayor
Kate was first elected to Council in 2019 and was elected for a second four-year term in 2023. Kate has lived in the City of Busselton for over 25 years and currently resides in Dunsborough.
She has had a diverse career having worked in local government, owned a retail and wholesale business and run a large-scale dairy business with her husband Ed.
Kate has a Bachelor of Arts Degree majoring in Political Science as well as Diploma’s in Health Promotion and Local Government. She is passionate about providing positive leadership to her community and regularly chairs Council Committee’s and participates in a number of community working groups.
Kate raised her three daughters in Busselton and has spent countless hours volunteering for their sports teams and School P&C as well as many fundraising committees.
Kate is so grateful to live in such an amazing part of the world and be in a position to contribute in some small way to making it even better!
Cr Cox currently serves on the following Committees/ Working Groups:
- Finance Committee - Presiding Member
- Policy and Legislation Committee - Presiding Member
- Audit and Risk Committee - Member
- Meelup Regional Park Committee - Member
- Saltwater Working Group - Member
- Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Reference Group - Member
- Business Development and Events Marketing Group - Member
Term Expires: Oct 2027
Mobile: 0458 903 310
E: kate.cox@busselton.wa.gov.au
Cr Peter Adams
Councillor
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Term Expires: Oct 2029
Mobile: To be confirmed
E: To be confirmed
Cr Herman Dykstra
Councillor
Herman has lived in Busselton since 1999, where he and his family have grown up and built strong connections within the community. Herman considers it a privilege to now serve as a councillor.
His approach is centred on genuine community engagement. He believes that the best decisions come from listening, consulting, and ensuring residents are well-informed and actively involved. Herman is committed to being approachable and accessible at all times.
With over two decades of experience owning and operating local businesses, Herman brings valuable business and financial expertise to his role. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce. Beyond his professional life, he has volunteered with various community and sporting organisations, including the Busselton Tennis Club and the Bay Life Op Shop and Café.
He is dedicated to being a strong, approachable voice for the community and to working respectfully with residents, City staff, and fellow Councillors..
Term Expires: Oct 2029
Mobile: To be confirmed
E: To be confirmed
Cr Jarrod Kennedy
Councillor
Born and raised in Busselton, Jarrod’s hopes that his only bias is believing that we live in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
He studied to be an engineering surveyor and worked across the South West region, before working on the mines in Paraburdoo for five years, where his wife was posted as a teacher. Jarrod got involved in many community groups and joined the Army Reserves, before moving back to Busselton in 2016.
Jarrod is passionate about the environment, having built an energy efficient home here in Busselton to enjoy a healthy, happy and minimal lifestyle with his wife and two small children.
In his spare time, Jarrod enjoys volleyball, bodyboarding, boardgames, gardening and meditation.
He believes he has the capacity and commitment to foster positive change from the people at a natural grass roots level.
Cr Kennedy currently serves on the following Committees/ Working Groups:
- Finance Committee - Member
- Policy and Legislation Committee - Member
- CEO Performance Review Committee - Member
- Audit and Risk Committee - Member
- Waterways Management Committee - Member
- Community Assistance Panel - Member
Term Expires: Oct 2027
Mobile: 0408 852 780
E: jarrod.kennedy@busselton.wa.gov.au
Cr Mikayla Love 
Councillor
Mikayla has been part of this community for over two decades and is proud to call Busselton home. She attended Geographe Primary School and Busselton Senior High School before starting her career within the customer service industry. Mikayla has watched Busselton grow from a town of 25,000 to the City it is today, home to approximately 44,000 people. Now, as a new parent, Mikayla is even more motivated to ensure that it thrives for the next generation.
With over 12 years in the customer service industry, Mikayla understands the importance of prioritising the community and listening to people with empathy and compassion to find solutions for the greater good. Between juggling the responsibility of a City Councillor and a first-time mom, Mikayla manages to find time to embrace the joys of hiking amongst the serene bushlands and coastlines, and diving into the imaginative realms of science fiction literature. Mikayla treasures spending quality time with her loved ones.
Cr Love currently serves on the following Committees/ Working Groups:
- Policy and Legislation Committee - Member
- CEO Performance Review Committee - Member
- Audit and Risk Committee - Member
- Meelup Regional Park Committee - Member
- Waterways Management Committee - Member
- Saltwater Working Group - Member
- Community Assistance Panel - Member
- Economic Development Advisory Group - Member
- Business Development and Events Marketing Group - Member
- Airport Working Group - Member
Term Expires: Oct 2029
Mobile: 0431 721 665
E: mikayla.love@busselton.wa.gov.au
Cr Andrew Macnish
Councillor
Elected to the Council in 2023, Andrew isn’t a stranger to the City of Busselton Council, having previously been appointed its CEO in 2003 for 7 years. Prior to that, he was a management consultant and had a professional AFL career with the West Coast Eagles and Geelong (making the All-Australian team whilst still 20 years of age).
Andrew’s qualifications are extensive and include: Bachelor of Engineering (Civil), Master of Business Administration, Graduate Diploma of Insurance, Graduate Certificate of Urban Planning, Master of Sustainability Management, Graduate Certificate Bushfire Protection and a Certificate IV Training and Assessment.
He has been living in Yallingup for over 20 years, bringing up his family of four children (and 7 grandchildren) in the family home he built himself (taking 4 years). Andrew and his wife (accompanied by their two dogs) now run a Bed and Breakfast on their property. .
Cr Macnish currently serves on the following Committees/ Working Groups:
- CEO Performance Review Committee - Presiding Member
- Audit and Risk Committee - Presiding Member
Term Expires: Oct 2027
Mobile: 0457 284 295
E: andrew.macnish@busselton.wa.gov.au
Cr Max Mueller
Councillor
Having grown up in Wilyabrup, Max is proud to represent the City of Busselton and contribute to the community he and his family call home.
Max holds a Bachelor of Education and has built a career as a teacher, where he works daily to inspire and support young people. Outside of the classroom, Max is an active member of his local volunteer bushfire brigade, where he values teamwork, service, and resilience. Prior to teaching Max worked as a chef throughout the region and has extensive hospitality experience.
A proud dad and family man, Max enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and friends, making the most of everything the region has to offer, from its beaches and bushland to its amazing food and wine venues.
Max is passionate about representing local residents with integrity and common sense, ensuring the City of Busselton continues to be a great place to live, work, and raise a family..
Term Expires: Oct 2027
Mobile: To be confirmed
E: To be confirmed
Cr Anne Ryan 
Councillor
Elected to Council in the 2021 election with the highest number of votes, Anne is humbled for the support and committed to the next four years of hard work and representation for the people of Busselton City.
Anne has a Diploma of Aviation and has spent the last two years working at the Busselton Margaret River Airport. She now devotes herself full time to her position on Council.
She lives in Vasse with her partner and has two adult children, and a new grandchild, a most welcome addition to her extended family.
Anne is passionate about community consultation and stakeholder engagement and the provision of quality and proactive customer service to the community, and will work hard to deliver this and bring about positive change.
If you see Anne out and about in the community she welcomes you to say hi and introduce yourself.
Cr Ryan currently serves on the following Committees/ Working Groups:
- CEO Performance Review Committee - Member
- Audit and Risk Committee - Member
- Waterways Management Committee - Member
- Local Emergency Management Committee - Member
- Economic Development Advisory Group - Member
- Busselton Jetty Reference Group - Member
- Airport Working Group - Member
Term Expires: Oct 2029
Mobile: 0407 524 926
E: anne.ryan@busselton.wa.gov.au
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