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Olly Arkins Elected Sydney Deputy Mayor
Olly Arkins, ex-AFA CEO, becomes Australia's first openly trans deputy mayor of Sydney.
In brief
Olly Arkins, ex-AFA CEO, becomes Australia's first openly trans deputy mayor of Sydney. Olly Arkins, former Australian Festival Association CEO, was elected deputy lord mayor of Sydney, becoming the city's first openly trans deputy mayor. Originally reported by Billboard.
Olly Arkins Appointed
Olly Arkins, former chief executive officer of the Australian Festival Association, is the new deputy lord mayor for the City of Sydney.
First Openly Trans Deputy Mayor
Arkins becomes the first openly trans deputy mayor of Australia's most populous city.
Council Background
Arkins was elected to the City of Sydney Council two years ago and is now the first openly trans councillor elected to the council.
Key Achievements
Arkins led efforts to rewrite the Music Festivals Act, secure Revive Live funding, and introduce drug-checking services at music festivals.
Recent Impact
Arkins' reforms passed by New South Wales parliament in September 2024 are her biggest achievement with the AFA.
The takeaway
Olly Arkins, former Australian Festival Association CEO, was elected deputy lord mayor of Sydney, becoming the city's first openly trans deputy mayor.
