Mary-Ann Brown, OAM

Mary-Ann, recently awarded an OAM for her service to local government and to the communities of Dunkeld and Hamilton, has lived in Dunkeld for over 30 years. She is a partner in a financial services business in Hamilton and was previously involved in a merino sheep stud partnership.

Her dedication to rural communities is reflected in her roles as Chair and Committee Member of Rural Councils Victoria, Western District Health Service, and Dunkeld Community Centre. She has also served as a Councillor and three-time Mayor of Southern Grampians Shire.

Mary-Ann is passionate about ensuring that rural communities have equitable access to essential services such as health, digital connectivity, public transport, and housing.