Cr John Brent
Office:   5540 5105
Email Cr Brent
 

With more than three decades in local government, inaugural Scenic Rim Mayor John Brent is well qualified for the job. He was first elected to local government as a councillor in 1976 and was mayor of Boonah Shire from 1994 until the 2008 amalgamations.

John lists his passions as regional and rural issues. He is highly regarded in local government across the state and his insights and experience are highly valued by his government peers. 

John believes in building a strong economic base and improving infrastructure while all the time focusing on the community and achieving joint goals.

John serves on various committees and boards. A number are driven by, or have representatives from all three tiers of government. This has given him a broad experience and a voice that is widely heard.

As well as being involved in local community organisations, he has served as:

• Deputy Chair and an executive member of the Council of Mayors (SEQ) Pty Ltd
• Chair of Council of Mayors (SEQ) Pty Ltd Regional Plan & Growth Management Committee 
• Board Member of Queensland Local Government Mutual Liability Pool
• Inaugural Director of Horticulture Australia Ltd
• Director Growcom Ltd
• Chair Ausveg (national vegetable group)
• Honorary Member of Rotary Club in Boonah
• Member Natural Resources Management South East Queensland (NRMSEQ)
• Board Member of South East Queensland Catchments Ltd

John is also a member of:

• Beaudesert Race Club
• Boonah Show Society
• Liberal National Party
• Queensland Turf Club
• Royal National Association
• Scenic Rim Broadcasting Association