Cr Ben Green was elected as Paddys Ranges Ward Councillor in November 2024 and sworn is as Deputy Mayor for the first year of the Council’s four-year term.
Raised in the Western District on a cattle grazing and thoroughbred racing property, Cr Green has lived in Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney and regional Victoria and is currently a Talbot resident.
His diverse career has seen him work across the construction and advertising sectors including a stint sailing racing yachts and working as a boat builder.
Cr Green returned to the legal profession17 years ago as a partner at DSA Law in Queen Street Melbourne, before commencing as Special Counsel at Nevett Wilkinson and Frawley Lawyers - Ballarat in 2022.
He brings with him extensive board and committee experience including Ballarat and District Law Society, Graduate House University of Melbourne, Sunbase ASX Listed Co, Channel 31 TV and most recently the Talbot Fire Brigade.
Outside of work, Cr Green enjoys snooker, billiards, pool, reading and seeing Victoria.
Cr Green’s focus during his four year term includes designing, building, repairing and maintaining infrastructure including roads and bridges, re-opening the Maryborough Outdoor Pool and supporting local businesses.