Media Release 1 May 2025

Greens candidate for Cunningham Jess Whittaker has outlined how the 2025 Federal election is a once in a generation chance to vote for major change in Australia.

Media Release 21 April 2025

Greens candidate for Cunningham Jess Whittaker said a commitment to bring Australia's paid parental leave in line with the world's best practice would benefit thousands of families.

Media Release 31 March 2025

Greens Candidate for Cunningham Jess Whittaker is calling for the permanent removal of shark nets off the beaches of Cunningham.

Media Release 28 March 2025

With the announcement of the 2025 Federal Election, Greens candidate for Cunningham Jess Whittaker has a simple message as the Federal election begins: If you want change, you have to vote for it.

Media Release - 19 March 2025

Wouldn’t it be great if you could travel to see your family in Sydney, Newcastle, Bermagui, or just go on a break to Melbourne, and all for 50 cents per passenger.

Media Release - 12 March 2025

If you’re one of the many people who are worried about rising power bills, the constant cycle of destructive weather and the ensuing environmental destruction, it’s time we call it: we can't continue opening coal and gas mines as we head into further climate crises.

Media Release - 7 March 2025

The Australian Greens’ Deputy Leader, Senator Mehreen Faruqi, will officially launch Jess Whittaker as the Greens candidate for the federal electorate of Cunningham, as the fight for economic justice takes centre stage in NSW’s South Coast. 

I’ve grown up in Bulli and I work here, while also juggling life with two wonderful children, a great husband, and struggling with the many cost of living difficulties that we experience every day.

I work as a paramedic and believe that a healthy lifestyle and the ability to get around your village or city easily is a great indicator of good health.

I'm passionate about ensuring that all people, whether they are tradies, teachers, police officers, paramedics, health care workers, are able to be close to where they work. Tackling affordable housing is an issue that we need to deal with right now.

Not only sustainable and affordable housing I'll work to create villages in the city where people get to know their neighbours and have the opportunity to enjoy a coastal lifestyle that’s resilient and can cope with the climate changes that are coming. 

Right now, we are at a point where we can embrace change and see great industries in renewable and sustainable industries. The creation of a skilled workforce in these areas can lead to a bright future.

What I'll be working for

As a Councillor I'm constantly listening to people throughout the city and working with them to build connected villages that are rich in culture and celebrate diversity. We must continue to build more footpaths, cycleways and shared paths, improve our bike network and make our pedestrian crossings safe for everyone. Imagine if every child could walk or cycle safely to their local school?

I feel that we need to invest in protecting and restoring our incredible beaches, waterways and forests as these are the reasons we all feel so connected to this Dharawal Land. 

If you want to get in touch, follow me at Jess on Facebook 

Thanks heaps, Jess Whittaker