RADIO 2AY breakfast host Kylie King has announced she will stand for Albury Council in September's local government election.
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King will be joined on her ticket by another high-profile figure Steve Bowen, the 2007 Albury Citizen of the Year who is known for his DJing and hosting along with his collection of bright suits.
A former Prime television news reporter, King said she was motivated to stand to further contribute to the city she relocated to from Gippsland 26 years ago.
"Ever since I first moved to Albury as a young reporter in 1995 I immediately felt welcome. I'd now like to give back to a community that has given me so much, by adding a respectful and objective voice to Albury City Council," King said.
"As a breakfast co-host on 2AY, I've been in the privileged position of interviewing locals from all walks of life.
"From politicians, community and business leaders, volunteers and event organisers to everyday locals dealing with the housing rental crisis and Border closures. I have a strong finger on the pulse of how Albury feels.
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"I am committed to the community and have volunteered my time as an emcee at a variety of charity, business, sporting and not-for-profit events including Upper Murray Family Care, Brave Hearts on the Murray and Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre."
Bowen wants to bring his energy to council.
"Kylie is someone who I really relate to and connect well with," Bowen said.
"Together I think we'll be a formidable team to help give back to the community and propel Albury into the future."
Other members of King's ticket are Rhiannon Veness, Aimee Chan and Taneesha Smith.
Ms Veness has a background in corporate communications, marketing, media and business and has been a committee member on Hume Bank City2City RunWalk.
Ms Chan is a writer, content creator and project manager and Ms Smith works in the medical and marketing industries.
