Councillor Justin Derksen

Councillor Justin Derksen

Justin was elected to Derwent Valley Council in October 2022.

He is passionate about youth development, tourism, small business, skills and training.

A carpenter by trade and an accredited builder, he knows the value of hard work and strives to create opportunities for our young people and advocates for the community.

Justin has volunteered in youth development for over 20 years and appreciates the spirit, value and efforts of volunteers.

In 2020 he was awarded the joint Citizen of the Year in the Derwent Valley Australia Day Awards and enjoys contributing to a well thought out plan for the Derwent Valley.

Committees

  • Emergency Planning Committee
  • Australia Day Awards Committee