Historical information

Julie Cooper, was the first female councillor elected for the City of Moorabbin Council in 1979. Julie went on to challenge the norms of local government and fulfilled another milestone when she was elected the city’s first female mayor in 1982.

Significance

Julie Cooper was the first female Councillor elected for Moorabbin City Council in 1979 and became the first female Mayor in 1982

Physical description

Rectangle gold name badge with "Councillor Julie Cooper JP" written on it. On the left side is the coat of arms for the City of Moorabbin.

Inscriptions & markings

City of Moorabbin - Councillor Julie Cooper JP