Councillor Suzie van Opdorp
Blue Mountains City Council, Ward 1
Suzie joined City of Blue Mountains' Mayor Mark Greenhill and the Labor team in 2021 as a Ward 1 Councillor and has since worked hard with the community to best represent their views and interests in Council. In 2024 Suzie was re-elected, along with fellow Labor Cr Suzanne Jamieson, and serves as Alternate Deputy Mayor.
As a long-term Blue Mountains resident Suzie is aware of strengths, gaps and what needs to be done to ensure resilience and sustainability. A recipient of the Local Woman of the Year award, Suzie is recognised in the Blue Mountains space and beyond for her commitment to fighting social and economic inequality, and promoting individual, community and planetary health.
Leura - Katoomba - Medlow Bath - Blackheath - Mt Victoria - Bell - Mt Irvine - Mt Wilson - Mt Tomah
Working with our community
Suzie's commitment
A convincing voice for Ward 1 residents on issues big and small.
Part of a strong leadership team when our community needs it most.
Committed to the Blue Mountains environment and the prevention of over development.
Part of a stable and progressive Council.
Committed to strong economic management.
A staunch supporter of our Blue Mountains World Heritage values
What people are saying
"Suzie van Opdorp leads with compassion. She works hard on any issue that comes her way. Nothing is too big. Nothing is too small." (Mayor Mark Greenhill)
"I've known Suzie for a long time and she is someone I know I can rely on to help out when help is needed." (Aunty Carol Cooper)
"Suzie is a person of integrity who is tireless in her dedication to social justice for all in our community." (Angelique Sasagi)
