Cr Julie Arthur was first elected to the Maryborough City Council in 1991 holding the positions of Chairman of the Works and Services Committee for seven years and Deputy Mayor for four years.  Julie was born and educated in Maryborough and has worked within the public sector.  She has held executive positions within the Australian Local Government Women's Association including four years as State President.  Julie holds a Diploma in Local Government Administration, Diploma of Business and is a qualified Justice of the Peace.