Eildon Unheard
Residents, community groups and businesses across the Eildon electorate have shared their honest experience of representation and services. The message is unmistakable.
The Verdict
76%
feel poorly represented
rated 4/10 or lower
81%
lack confidence in the next 3 years
rated 4/10 or lower
96%
say Eildon is on the wrong track or stalled
0%
saw things
improve in 12 months
1.68/5
trust in
representatives
Not a single respondent said things have improved in the last 12 months.
When asked how well the Eildon electorate is represented, the numbers paint a stark picture.
3.35/10
Average across all responses
3/10
Average across all responses
Residents were asked whether the electorate is heading in the right or wrong direction, and whether things have changed in the past year.
The overwhelming majority saw no improvement or decline.
When forced to choose the single most urgent area needing political attention, here's where the community pointed.
Average rating out of 5 across every service area — all falling short of acceptable.
Levels of government residents feel have let them down.
How many residents have actually contacted their MP.
56%
have never contacted their representative
People want to be heard — but too many feel the door is closed. Eildon Unheard exists to open it.
Unedited excerpts from the survey's open responses.
"A thriving tourist and residential community. Local council needs to take a look at other communities for better ideas."
"Telecommunications Hospital not servicing the community like it could be. Eildon primary school needs a new principle and teachers."
"Give lease grace periods on new biz, remove rates ECT for first year"
"Make easier for ppl to lease for biz, start ups on small towns to keep jobs and youth around"
"Lack of transport Young adult engagement Business success"
"More mainstream social support services (outside of NDIS)"
Every response strengthens the case for genuine representation. Take 10–12 minutes to share your experience.