Gavan Holt is a fifth-generation resident in the Wedderburn district with an extensive family history of local government involvement.
After completing a commerce degree from the University of Melbourne, he taught for 10 years at various secondary schools across Victoria and he is now a businessman with interests in farming, investment and hotels.
Cr Holt has been appointed a Mayor Emeritus by the Municipal Association of Victoria. He is also an alumnus of the Australian Centre of Excellence for Local Government.
He lists his personal interests as politics, international affairs, travel and sport.
Section 65 Community Asset Committees
- Donaldson Park
- Hard Hill Tourist Reserve
- Wedderburn Community Centre
- Wedderburn Engine Park and Market Square Reserve
- Wedderburn Mechanics and Literary Institute Hall
Representation on Committees
- Audit and Risk Committee
- Municipal Association of Victoria
- Calder Highway Improvement (substitute)
First elected: 2003
Re-elected: 2005, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2020 and 2024
Mayor: 2005-2007, 2009-2011, 2013-2015 and 2023-2024