Former Greens councillor Jonathan Sriranganathan has announced a new plan to “pay the rent” through grants to Indigenous-led groups should he become Brisbane’s mayor next year.
Mr Sriranganathan declared he would be running as the Greens candidate for the high-ranking position in the local government elections in 2024.
Jonathan Sriranganathan launched his mayoral campaign on Sunday. Picture: Richard Walker / News Corp Australia He went on to outline various ideas which include a formal agreement with First Nations people, and that one per cent of city revenue be funnelled into “no strings attached” grants for Indigenous-run organisations.The council recorded $3 billion in revenue in the 12-month period up to June of this year, according to its latest annual report.
He is also hoping to crack down on short-term rental accommodation in the city in an effort to free up more supply for locals having trouble finding a rental.
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