councillor profile

Cr Tom Crook

Current Councillor
Past Councillor
Mayor
Deputy Mayor
Councillor Details
Elected Terms: 
2020-24; 2024-28
Served as Mayor: 
2023-24
Served as Deputy Mayor: 

I have lived and worked in East Gippsland for most of my life and currently reside in Eagle Point.

I have a science degree, run a small business, have previously worked in renewable energy, and now work in tourism and land management for both government and community organisations.

I take an evidence-based approach to decision-making and strongly believe in collaboration to achieve a better East Gippsland. My focus is on creating jobs and a sustainable future through renewable energy, land management, and tourism, which offer exciting opportunities for our shire to lead by example.

Our region boasts outstanding natural beauty – the only place on mainland Australia where forests connect the coast to the Alps. By harnessing this natural wealth and local knowledge, we can create a prosperous and sustainable future.

If you have ideas, concerns, or suggestions on how to improve East Gippsland, please get in touch.

Committee and group responsibilities

  • Chief Executive Officer Employment and Remuneration Committee
  • Australian Coastal Councils Association
  • Australian Coastal Councils Association Committee of Management (State representative, 2-year term from November 2025)

Articles featuring this Councillor

Free masterclass this month for event organisers
Advocating for our region’s needs
Service centre and library hours unchanged, expanded mobile service permanent
Foreshore Park and Krauatungalung Walk work starts
Have your say on Bairnsdale's future
Fiona Weigall new Council CEO
Chat with Council on REG FM
Small towns to benefit from business workshops
Resilient telecommunications focus of Telstra talks
Lindenow South footpaths project celebrated