International Women's Day - Margaret Bond

Margaret Bond AM was the first female Mayor of the City of Burnside, serving in this role from 1975 to 1979. She also served as Councillor from 1968 to 1973, Alderman in 1974 to 1975 and then again as an Alderman from 1979 to 1981.

Throughout her time at City of Burnside she served as State and National president of the Local Government Women’s Association. In recognition of her commitment to the City of Burnside, Margaret was appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia.

Margaret Bond Playing Field in Glenunga was named in her honour.