In order to strengthen community engagement in the democratic process we encourage the discussion of ideas, concerns and needs in an open and respectful setting, mostly through our Kitchen Table Conversations. 

Below are the questions we ask each participant express their views on. In all of our meetings and events we agree to the abide by the following ‘norms’ of behaviour:

●      We accept that everyone is entitled to have a say

●      We will make the effort to listen to one another

●      We respect people’s right to their opinions, even if we disagree - whilst we might offer alternative views, we are here to hear and gather everyone’s views, not to debate.

●      We will try at all times to be constructive

●      We will try to stay on track and be mindful of time

Please feel free to click on the RSVP button below and fill in your details. One of our team members will be in touch with you shortly.

QUESTIONS FOR KITCHEN TABLE CONVERSATIONS  

  What are the best things about living in Cook?  

 What makes for a strong community?  

  Are there particular issues of concern within the Cook electorate that you feel strongly about?   

 Are there issues beyond the Cook electorate that you think should be focused on in the run up to the next federal election?   If so, do you have any ideas about what could be done to address them? 

 What personal qualities or attributes do you think makes for a really good political representative?   And do you feel that your past and current MPs have had these qualities? 

Overall, what would make for a stronger relationship between people and an elected representative?  How could this be achieved? 

Are there any other issues or concerns that you would like to share with us today?