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"As an active community advocate, I'm here to listen, work together, and help build a safer, more connected and more inclusive community, for families and small businesses alike."

Community First Active in Community Safety, RoadWise & Multicultural advisory groups
Local Resident Living in our area and committed to Central East Ward's future
Independent Advocate No party politics, just honest advocacy for our community
Get in Touch My Priorities
Beautiful native bushland and wildlife in our city
I love our native bushland and wildlife. As our city grows, I want to make sure we protect these natural spaces for future generations.
Shouv Sarker at Perth Children's Hospital
Throughout my career, I've held senior leadership roles across both public and private sectors, bringing strategic thinking and operational excellence to complex challenges. My experience includes significant positions at Perth Children's Hospital, where I've led projects that improve healthcare safety and accessibility for families across Western Australia, and at CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, where I contributed to driving innovation and research excellence. With a university degree providing a strong analytical foundation, I've developed expertise in strategic management, stakeholder engagement, and delivering sustainable outcomes. In today's rapidly changing world, I've also gained valuable experience in building and assessing AI applications, a critical skill as our community navigates digital transformation. Understanding emerging technologies allows me to evaluate how innovation can improve council services, enhance efficiency, and better serve residents, while ensuring we adopt new tools thoughtfully and responsibly. I believe in collaborative leadership that listens first, builds consensus, and focuses on practical solutions that make a real difference. Now, I'm ready to bring this same commitment to strategic thinking, innovation, and community service to our local Council.

About Shouv

Community Safety Certificate

Hi there! I'm Shouv, and if we haven't had the chance to meet yet, I'd love to change that. You'll often find me at our local parks with my family, grabbing a coffee at our neighborhood café, or chatting with locals about what matters most to them.

As a dad, nothing matters more to me than creating a safe, welcoming community where our kids can thrive. That's why I've dedicated my career to healthcare, leading projects at Perth Children's Hospital that make a real difference for WA families. It's also why I'm actively engaged in community advocacy, because I believe we can make our corner of the world even better, together.

When my wife and I first bought our home here, we knew we'd found something special. From the friendly faces at our local shops to the beautiful bushland we're lucky to have on our doorstep, this community has given us so much. Now, as we're raising our own family here, I'm more committed than ever to giving back.

I'm your neighbor, a fellow parent, and someone who genuinely cares about the people who call this place home. I believe in rolling up my sleeves, listening first, and finding practical solutions that work for all of us. Whether it's making our streets safer, supporting local businesses, or protecting our natural spaces, I'm committed to being a strong voice for our community.

If you'd like to discuss community issues or share your ideas, please reach out via phone or email. I'd love to hear what matters most to you and your family.

Community Work & Focus

Shouv engaging with community members

Volunteer Leadership

Active member of City of Wanneroo advisory groups:

  • Community Safety Working Group – Addressing youth crime, implementing mobile CCTV in hotspots, and engaging youth through support programs.
  • RoadWise Advisory Group – Tackling hooning and unsafe e-bike use while promoting safer roads for all residents.
  • Multicultural Advisory Group – Fostering connections between diverse cultures and religions to build an inclusive community.

Community Engagement

  • Hosting regular community catch-ups at Discovery Park in Banksia Grove to listen to residents' concerns and ideas.
  • Direct outreach to community leaders, sporting clubs, and local businesses to understand their needs and priorities.

Rural & Healthcare Focus

  • Advocating for better bushfire preparedness and resilience in rural areas like Mariginiup, Jandabup, and Pinjar.
  • Leading healthcare projects at Perth Children's Hospital to improve safety and accessibility for WA families.
Listening Collaboration Inclusion Practical Solutions

My Mission

I am a local dad working to make the world a better place for my child, and for all the children in our community. This is why I worked at Perth Children's Hospital, making healthcare safer and more accessible for families across WA. It's also why I'm actively engaged as a community advocate in the City of Wanneroo: to help make our suburbs better, safer, and more connected for us and the next generation.

Faith & Community

Local church community gathering
Celebrating our diverse community and shared values

You'll find me at our local church on Sundays, where I find strength, guidance, and a sense of community. The faith I was born into never stopped me from visiting different places of worship, and I value the company of people from different faiths and perspectives. My personal relationship with God shapes my values of service, compassion, and love for others.

As a community advocate, I'm committed to serving everyone in our community with equal respect and dedication, regardless of their beliefs. I deeply respect all faith traditions and those who choose not to follow any faith. My approach to advocacy is and always will be secular, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued.

Our community is enriched by its diversity of beliefs. The gurudwara's food drives, the local temple's cultural celebrations, the church's charity work, these are just a few examples of how different faith groups strengthen our social fabric. We're at our best when we work together, respecting our differences while uniting around our shared values of kindness, generosity, and community spirit.

To me, faith isn't just about what we believe, it's about how we serve others. That's why I'm committed to building bridges between all parts of our community, because together, we can achieve so much more.

My Community Priorities

  • Support families by keeping our parks, footpaths, and community facilities well-maintained and safe.
  • Tackle youth crime through preventative programs such as support services, alongside practical measures like mobile CCTV in hotspot areas.
  • Manage rates responsibly to ensure Council isn't adding pressure during this cost-of-living crisis.
  • Work with local businesses and community groups to support growth, innovation, and job opportunities.
  • Protect our natural spaces, bushland and wildlife while ensuring sustainable, balanced development.
  • Ensure residents' voices are genuinely heard in every decision.

Honoring Our Veterans

Local ANZAC memorial in Wanneroo
Paying respect at our local ANZAC memorial

I hold the deepest respect and gratitude for all current and former service personnel who have sacrificed so much to protect the freedoms we enjoy today. Visiting our local ANZAC memorial is always a humbling experience, reminding us of the courage and sacrifice of those who served our nation.

As a community leader, I am committed to ensuring our veterans receive the recognition and support they deserve. This includes advocating for services that address their unique needs, preserving our local war memorials, and educating future generations about the importance of their service.

Every year on ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day, I join fellow community members in honoring the fallen and those who served. These moments of reflection remind us that the peace and prosperity we enjoy today were hard-won through the sacrifices of ordinary Australians who answered the call to serve.

I will work to ensure our veterans and their families continue to be supported and that their legacy of service is never forgotten. Their courage and dedication embody the very best of our Australian values.

My Track Record

  • Working through the City's Community Safety Working Group to reduce youth crime with youth support services and mobile CCTV in hotspots.
  • Tackling hooning and unsafe e-bike use as part of the city's RoadWise Advisory Group.
  • Actively engaging with residents on environmental issues, listening to concerns and working towards balanced solutions that protect our native bushland and wildlife.
  • Bringing people of diverse cultures and religions together through the Multicultural Advisory Group, and supporting the integration of multicultural communities into our broader society.

Honouring Local Service and Sacrifice

The following memorial plaques at our local war memorial pay tribute to the brave men and women who served our nation. Each tells an important story of service, sacrifice, and remembrance.

ANZAC Burma Campaign memorial plaque
Commemorating the ANZACs who served in the Burma Campaign during World War II
Royal Australian Navy Vietnam War memorial plaque
Honouring the Royal Australian Navy personnel who served in the Vietnam War
In memory of Wanneroo soldiers memorial plaque
In solemn memory of the soldiers from Wanneroo who made the ultimate sacrifice
John R. Hall Korean War memorial plaque
Remembering John R. Hall and all who served in the Korean War from Wanneroo
Service dogs memorial plaque
In tribute to the loyal service dogs who worked alongside our troops
Unknown Soldier memorial plaque
In memory of the unknown soldiers who rest in foreign lands
Women's service memorial plaque
Celebrating the courage and resilience of Australian women who served both at home and abroad. From nurses on the front lines to those keeping the home front strong, their contributions were vital to our nation's defense and continue to inspire future generations of women in service.

"Lest We Forget" - We will remember them.

Serving the City of Wanneroo

Advocating for all residents across our diverse and vibrant suburbs

Alkimos Ashby Banksia Grove Carabooda Carramar Clarkson Eglinton Gnangara Hocking Jandabup Jindalee Landsdale Madeley Mariginiup Merriwa Mindarie Neerabup Nowergup Pearsall Pinjar Quinns Rocks Ridgewood Sinagra Tapping Tamala Park Two Rocks Wangara Wanneroo Woodvale Yanchep

From our coastal communities to our rural areas, from established neighborhoods to growing suburbs, I'm here for all of us.

Get in Touch

I'm committed to being accessible and responsive to all residents. Whether you have concerns about local issues, ideas for improving our community, or just want to connect, I'd love to hear from you.

Contact me:

I aim to respond to all messages within 24-48 hours.

Share Your Ideas

Your voice matters in shaping our community's future. I want to hear your thoughts about:

  • Community safety and local services that matter to you
  • Improvements needed in our parks and public spaces
  • Roads, footpaths, and public transport infrastructure
  • Support for local families, seniors, and small businesses
  • Environmental protection and sustainability initiatives

Your input helps me understand what's important to our community and how I can best advocate for positive change.

Stay Engaged

Local government makes important decisions that directly affect our daily lives. From the parks where our kids play to the roads we drive on, from community safety to supporting local businesses, these decisions shape our neighborhoods.

I encourage everyone to stay informed and engaged with local issues. Together, we can work towards:

  • Roads and footpaths in your neighborhood
  • Community facilities and local services
  • Planning and development in your area
  • Waste management and recycling
  • Parks and public spaces

Good people won't get elected to council if good people don't vote. By making your voice heard, you help ensure our community gets the representation it deserves.