Ali Wastie was today announced the City of Greater Geelong’s new chief executive officer.
Ms Wastie has experience in local government and the Victorian Public Service,
having worked across the sectors since 2004 and has held a number of senior executive positions, including serving as CEO of the Bass Coast Shire Council for the past four-and-a-half years.
Ms Wastie chairs the Alpine Resorts Victoria board, and has previous leadership experience as a director at the City of Melbourne and Yarra Ranges Council.
After finishing her role with Bass Coast Shire Council, Ms Wastie will join the City of Greater Geelong on August 28.
Ms Wastie said she was looking forward to working with councillors and employees to deliver high-quality services to the community.
“I am feeling very privileged to be appointed as CEO for the City of Greater Geelong and I am looking forward to commencing in the role on 28 August,” she said.
“Delivering on the community’s vision and council’s plans and objectives in a period of growth, change and opportunity will be my focus.
“I have longstanding connections to Geelong, with family and friends living in the region. I am passionate about building and sustaining positive, can-do organisational cultures that are inclusive and welcoming.”
Mayor Trent Sullivan praised acting CEO Kaarina Phyland for leading the City since September 2022.
“Kaarina has overseen a period that has transformed the City into a more efficient and high-performing organisation,” he said.
“Under her leadership we have made progress on delivering the community’s Clever and Creative vision and the Council is thankful for Kaarina’s valuable contribution.”
