Sam Ngai for Roseville Ward (Roseville, Roseville Chase, Lindfield, East Lindfield, Killara)
Integrity and Honesty — I am not interested in
blame games or cover-ups. If something goes wrong, I believe that the best approach is to own up and focus on solutions.
Hard Work and Independence — I want to
enable everyone in Ku-ring-gai to become strong and independent members of the community.
Fiscal Responsibility — With limited rate-payer
funds, we must wisely spend on a range of projects that benefit the entire community. When new ideas are proposed, I may sometimes say ‘no’, ‘later’, or ’try another approach’.
Realistic Goals — Some candidates will tell you
that if you vote for them, all your traffic, parking and lifestyle problems will disappear right now. I understand the issues that our residents are going through, but prefer to take a more considered approach to each situation. I will think outside the box and strive for what I believe can be realistically achieved.
Self Funded Campaign — I do not accept any
Polling locations: Roseville Uniting Church Roseville Public School Roseville Chase Community Hall Castle Cove Public School Lindfield East Public School Lindfield Public School St Alban’s Anglican Lindfield Lindfield Uniting Church Beaumont Road Public School Ku-ring-gai Council Chambers
It is not fair for the people of Dural or Wisemans Ferry to make decisions for Roseville and Lindfield, neither is it fair for us to make decisions on their issues either. It can lead to poor outcomes.
The Roseville Ward comprises of: Roseville (north of Boundary St) Roseville Chase Lindfield East Lindfield Some parts of Killara
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political donations as I do not want to owe favours to anybody. The people of Ku-ring-gai expect all Councillors to act objectively and in the public interest.
Sam Ngai
Testimonials
Why Run for Council?
I was born in Hong Kong and migrated to Australia in 1987. I spent 25 years living in Roseville and attended Roseville Public School.
We have been impressed with Sam’s commitment and tenacity for getting things done. He is extremely proactive and efficient; he doesn’t shy away from challenging projects and is always prepared to volunteer his time to serve the collective good. Sam is a keen listener who is interested in others’ wellbeing. He has a strong sense of community justice and desires to build people up. He is always looking at how things can be improved and looking for the best ways to use his skills and efforts for his community. - Stuart and Lesley Glass, Lindfield
People choose to live in Roseville and Lindfield because they enjoy the leafy character of the North Shore. I have enjoyed this area for 30 years and I want our children to enjoy it for years to come.
My wife Kathryn is also a longtime local who attended Lindfield Public School. We met through our local church and after marrying in 2012, moved to Killara where we enjoy the proximity to both of our families. Our daughter Phoebe was born last year and she has been the centre of everyone’s attention. I studied Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours) as well as Master of Professional Accounting at UNSW. I am a qualified accountant (CPA) and a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. I currently work as a Senior Analyst in the Risk, Policy and Governance team of an ASX Top 30 company. My wife and I also run a wedding and family portrait photography business; we understand and care about small business.
Growing Up In Roseville I have fond memories of growing up in this area. I spent many afternoons either playing with our neighbours in their backyards, or playing with local kids at the after school care in Roseville Chase Community Hall. I was also a member of our local Boy Scouts group, where we learnt how to tie knots, fold our flag, basic first aid, as well as bushwalking and camping skills. My love for art first started when our neighbours took us to classes at the Roseville Art Centre. Each week we had painting, drawing, or pottery classes and I enjoyed art enough to take it as an elective in high school.
Sam has very quickly become an integral part of our church family and goes out of his way to help others where possible. Sam is also highly organised, has great communication skills and effortlessly brings diverse groups of people together to work towards a common goal. It is these valuable skills that I think make Sam a great candidate for local council. He is dedicated to positive change and driving progress for our community. - Sonja McCarthy, Roseville Sam is a professional and valued member of our team who has consistently delivered during the two years that I have worked with him. Sam has strong financial skills and extensive technological knowledge, enjoys new challenges, and is great at looking for smarter solutions to ongoing problems. - Stuart Ballinger, Senior Risk Manager Sam has integrity and compassion. I know I can trust him to listen carefully to my concerns and the concerns of others, and to act in a way that seeks to care for people, particularly those who are most vulnerable in our society. Sam wants to see politics change from the inside, and I have total confidence in his ability and character to work towards this goal. - Michelle Codrington, Lindfield I have known Sam since 1994. He is a hard worker with a gentle temperament and is not easily stressed from the environment around him. He is passionate about making a positive impact to inspire future generations. - Dr Michael Li, Lindfield
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best results come through regular consultation with community groups. Where appropriate, I will seek to collaborate with the State and Federal governments on wider issues such as transport and education.
I want to make sure that residential developments along our transport corridors are done in a manner that is consistent with the character of this area. For those moving into the area, I also want to make sure that they have local parks to enjoy. On the community front, I want to see more youth mentoring programs, transitioning teenagers to strong and independent members of our society. I also want to raise awareness and support for those who face domestic violence, for those who are undergoing mental health issues, and for those who are experiencing feelings of isolation.
Policy Positions ü Better traffic management so that kids can go to school safely and workers can get to work on time. ü Greater access to local green spaces and increased commuter parking through the Lindfield Village Hub and Green. ü Improvements to local play and sports grounds. ü Residential developments that keep the character of our area, and with appropriate consideration of transport, education and other infrastructure. ü Further support for soft plastics recycling and the composting of organic waste. ü More awareness and support for those undergoing youth unemployment, domestic violence, mental health, and isolation issues.
Art Exhibitions The Roseville Art Centre has free exhibits throughout the year. You can show your support for our local artists by attending these events: - Textural Art - 7 September - 12 October - History and Memory - 9 November - 7 December For more information, refer to the Ku-ring-gai Council website.
Your Voice on Local Issues
Listening and Collaboration — I believe that the
Please contact Sam if you need a postal vote or any other information. Email:
[email protected] Instagram: roseville.community Postal: PO Box 139, Roseville NSW 2069 Twitter: @RosevilleCom Phone: 0414 548 878 (after hours) Authorised by Sam Ngai, PO Box 139, Roseville NSW 2069
Introduction and Policy Position: Sam Ngai
Principles and Values
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Infrastructure and Social Services
Getting the Right Balance
When considering complex issues such as infrastructure policy, we must consider the diverse range of needs of people who live in this area, both present and future. Many of us live in the western and eastern ends of this ward. We love the green environment and abundant space available to us, but we also care about matters such as safely dropping off our kids at school and getting to work on time. For these people, issues such as traffic management and commuter parking are a high priority. Then there are those of us who live closer to the Pacific Highway and the major train stations. We may be young people who live in a small home, or perhaps we are one of the increasing number of retirees who are looking to downsize to a lower maintenance lifestyle. For these people, quality footpaths and close access to reliable transport, amenities, and local green spaces are a high priority. Many issues such as transport, health and education are outside of the Council’s direct influence; they are State and Federal Government responsibilities. However if elected, I will work together with local community groups, hear your concerns, and seek to present them to the higher levels of government in a coherent and collaborative way.
Ku-ring-gai’s Housing Density The State Government sets mandatory dwelling targets for each council to support Sydney’s population growth. If elected, I will encourage residential developments that are in keeping with the character of our local area, and with appropriate consideration of traffic, transport, education and other infrastructure.
Two Creeks Track
Local Parks and Commuter Parking
Youth Unemployment
I want all children growing up in apartments to have the opportunity to play in a park, however for some such as those living near Lindfield Station, they need to walk 10-15 minutes to their nearest ones.
Youth unemployment is close to my heart because I used to be an unemployed youth. I had no job because nobody had taught me important life skills such as how to write a resume and how to respond in interviews.
The Ku-ring-gai Council is planning two projects in the Lindfield area, replacing open-air carparks with above ground green spaces and underground short term and commuter parking. If elected, I will support the construction of the Lindfield Village Hub and Lindfield Village Green (as long as they are economically viable). I would also like to see a high degree of transparency and community consultation for each project. I will also support continued improvements to existing parks, playgrounds, and sports grounds.
Ku-ring-gai in 2030 We have seen how the Internet has changed our lives and the rate of technological change is expected to increase. If the people and businesses of Ku-ring-gai want to adapt and thrive with technological change, Ku-ring-gai will need councillors who understand technology and are able to collaborate with State and Federal Government to set new policies. Some examples of future technologies include: - Self-driving vehicles (currently being trialled in Olympic Park) along with an Uber-like network, which may one day remove the need for car ownership or parking spaces. - Aerial drones (currently trialled by Amazon and Domino’s) which may one day replace the need to visit physical stores. - Faster Internet Speeds, leading to more working from home and less demand on public transport.
In recent years, I have volunteered for Beacon Foundation to assist high school students in finding work and if elected, I will endeavour to see more initiatives aimed at reducing youth unemployment in Ku-ring-gai.
Domestic Violence and Mental Health I have been unfortunate enough to see friends go through domestic violence and now know the importance of seeking early help. Likewise, I have seen friends go through serious mental health issues and early diagnosis was key to quick recovery. If elected, I will encourage Council to promote greater public awareness of, and support towards, Domestic Violence and Mental Health issues.
Loneliness and Isolation When I reflect on my childhood days, I realise that my grandparents felt incredibly lonely and isolated at their nursing home. If elected, I will encourage Council to explore further ways of identifying and helping people who desire more social interaction.
Sustainability and Environment
It’s great to know that any of us can experience the Australian bush just minutes from our suburban streets. I recently went on a bushwalk along the Two Creeks Track. Starting from Tryon Road in Lindfield, this is a 7.5km (2 hour) moderate walk that takes you through Garigal National Park and the bushlands of East Lindfield and Roseville Chase, finishing at Echo Point Park. My personal highlights from the walk included the post-war stonework, the water views of Middle Harbour, the run in with a brush-turkey, Roseville Beach, and the final stop at Echo on the Marina, a breakfast and lunch cafe. For more information, refer to the Kuring-gai Council website.
Soft Plastics Recycling
The Graffiti Problem
Did you know that soft plastics such as bread bags, biscuit and pasta packaging, frozen food bags, plastic bags and cereal liners cannot be recycled through our Council’s existing recycling service?
Graffiti was an obvious problem along the Two Creeks Track. Sometimes it was relatively harmless, at other times it was preventing people from reading information signs about our area’s heritage.
Fortunately our major supermarkets have collection points for recycling soft plastics, though my wife and I often find that their dedicated bins are full. If elected, I will encourage the Council to look into more soft plastics recycling options such as increasing the number of collection points.
It’s important to be prepared before heading off to the bush. Where possible, travel as a group and check the weather beforehand. For a short walk such as this, you will also want to bring a hat, sunscreen, water, some snacks, a fully charged phone or paperbased map, and a first aid kit.
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Extra pocket money for the kids? From 1 December 2017, the NSW Government will roll out its Return and Earn container deposit scheme. Most drink containers from 150mL to 3L will fetch a 10-cent refund at approved collection points. You can encourage your kids to start collecting containers now.
Composting and Worm-farming According to the Ku-ring-gai Council website, 45% of the waste in red bins is food that is transported to landfill then rots to form harmful greenhouse gases.
If you plan to go on a bushwalk ...
I want to start a community conversation around graffiti spots such as the one in the photo below. - Do we want to clean it off each year? - Do we want to leave it as is? - Do we want to turn it into a creative mural similar to the Balfour Street Rail Tunnel in Lindfield or the JB Seed Freedom Mural outside Regimental Park in Killara?
The Council provides residents with the skills and resources to convert organic material into rich fertiliser, compost and mulch. A 25% discount is being offered to the first 300 residents to take advantage of their offer. If elected, I will encourage the Council to more actively promote awareness and availability of composting and waste reduction options.
Tanya Smith As a local resident I am privileged to be running for local council this year. I am proud to stand alongside Sam Ngai. I have lived in Lindfield for 22 years and have a degree in Advanced Science from Macquarie University. I have also volunteered with the Rural Fire Service for 8 years and am particularly passionate about promoting composting and waste reduction.
