A support worker and committed animal advocate, Sue believes kindness, compassion, equality and non-violence should be at the heart of how we treat all living beings.

Sue previously stood as an Animal Justice Party candidate in the 2022 Victorian State Election. Her commitment to the party's values remains as strong as ever, driven by her belief that animals deserve justice, protection and a voice in our political system.

Sue regularly supports animal advocacy outreach through organisations and campaigns including Farm Transparency Project, Vegan Action Melbourne, volunteered for 20 years with Choose Cruelty Free  and protests against horse racing and duck shooting. She believes raising awareness, challenging cruelty and encouraging people to question accepted practices are essential steps towards creating a kinder society.

Her commitment also extends to practical, hands-on animal care. Sue helps rescue and assist pigeons whose feet and mobility have been affected by entangled string and hair, and regularly participates in community clean-up days. She recognises that discarded fishing line, string and other rubbish can cause serious injuries to wildlife, and believes protecting animals also means taking responsibility for the environments we share.

Sue is particularly passionate about ending the exploitation of animals for entertainment, sport and food production. She believes animals are sentient beings, not commodities, and that their lives and interests deserve far greater consideration in government decisions.

Social justice is equally important to Sue. In her previous candidacy, she spoke about equality, inclusion and the rights of LGBTQIA+ people, including the need for safer and more inclusive communities. Through her work as a support worker, she understands the importance of dignity, compassion and ensuring that people who are often overlooked have a voice.

As a candidate for Ovens Valley, Sue wants to contribute to a future where animal welfare is prioritised, wildlife and the environment are protected, and social justice is taken seriously.

Sue's guiding belief is simple: in a world where we can be anything, we should choose to be kind.

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