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

Council moves to ensure flood-hit roads remain open
Council adopts strategy on housing growth, affordability, diversity  
CEO Anthony Basford resigns
Promoting Sustainable Festivities
Timber commitments should be honoured
Community Recovery Committees recognised at Orbost ceremony
Nominations now open for East Gippsland Australia Day Awards 2024
Applications now open for East Gippsland Youth Ambassadors
Omeo MTB Trails Project offers twice the fun for Christmas
Omeo Holiday Park lease awarded