General Manager's lasting legacy
Published on 18 February 2025
After three years at the helm of Hunter's Hill Council, General Manager Mitchell Murphy has tendered his resignation.
His leadership has left an indelible mark on the community, with one of the most notable accomplishments of his tenure being the unprecedented pace and scale of capital works projects completed.
Some of the projects overseen during his time included:
- revitalisation of Figtree Park
- new Boronia Park Sports and Community Facility
- installation of multi-purpose courts at Boronia Park
- resurfacing Gladesville Reserve
- upgrading Buffallo Creek Reserve
- investing in stormwater, road and footpath improvements
These projects are integral to the areas continued growth and modernisation, ensuring the infrastructure in Hunters Hill meets the expectations of our community.
Throughout his tenure, Mr Murphy placed a strong emphasis on staff development, community engagement and open communication. His approachable and inclusive leadership style made him a respected figure within Council and in the wider community. Employees at all levels felt valued and motivated.
Mayor Zac Miles said Mr Murphy's leadership is marked as a transformative period for Hunters Hill, that not only saw significant infrastructure growth but also a strengthening of the financial and cultural fabric of Council.
"Mitchell's work has not only set a high bar for capital works delivery and financial management, but has also laid the groundwork for a culturally strong and unified Council."
"On behalf of the whole of Hunter's Hill Council, I wish Mitchell all the best in his future endeavours and thank him for his service to Hunters Hill. I know his legacy will continue to shape the municipality for many years to come and as a Council, we will continue on this trajectory and strong foundation."
Mr Murphy was appointed General Manager in March 2022 and was previously Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Longreach Regional Council. His late father worked in local government for 30 years. Mr Murphy has accepted a role in the private sector based in QLD.
“It has been a privilege to lead Hunter’s Hill Council for the past three years and I am very proud of what the staff collectively has achieved during my tenure," he said.
“I have made lifelong friends in the municipality and I wish all our ratepayers and Council’s dedicated employees all the very best for the future.”
Mr Murphy’s final day with Council will be Friday, 7 March.
Council will formally consider the appointment of an Acting General Manager and the recruitment process framework for Mr Murphy’s successor at its Ordinary Council meeting next Monday, 24 February.