Tim James

Spring is a time when our community shines brightly. In the past few weeks, I have been at sporting finals, street fairs and school celebrations across the Willoughby electorate.  At the same time, many in our community are doing it tough. Cost of living continues to be a big challenge...

Education Week, held in August, provided a timely opportunity to reflect on the achievements of and needs for the future of our local schools. It’s a chance to celebrate the investments made in our children’s education and to advocate for the ongoing support our schools require. Under the previous Coalition...

There’s excitement in the air with the imminent and much-anticipated opening of the extension of the Sydney Metro rail line to the CBD. This city-shaping investment in our public transport system will deliver quick, reliable, world-class, turn-up-and-go services with a train in the peak every 4 minutes. The Northwest Metro...

Sport is central to community life in Willoughby. I spend many weekends cheering on my kids in netball and physie and supporting local sporting teams. While skills and scores matter in sport, the real highlights are always the team spirit and fair play demonstrated by participants. For our broader community,...

Since my January column, our community has further digested the Minns Labor Government’s sweeping changes to planning controls. I thank everyone who has provided feedback to me about how these changes will affect you and our community. It is clear that these changes will disempower our local communities, and adversely...

Sydney is one of the great global cities and wonderful place to welcome in the New Year.  Whether it is the 1st of January and our spectacular fireworks on Sydney Harbour, or several weeks later our celebration for the Lunar calendar, Sydney has a diverse, rich and harmonious community welcoming...